Designer, Accessories

Summary:The Designer, Accessories will support the design and development of handbags, small leather goods (SLG), jewelry, and other accessories categories. This role requires a highly creative and commercially minded designer who can identify business opportunities through a brand-right lens while translating seasonal concepts into compelling product.

The Designer will partner closely with Product Development, Merchandising, Materials, and Production teams to ensure a seamless process from concept through commercialization. The ideal candidate combines strong design instincts, technical product knowledge, and an understanding of the luxury market to create innovative products that align with brand vision and business objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Research and develop seasonal concepts for handbags, SLG, and accessories in alignment with seasonal direction and line plans

Create and present design concepts including market and vintage research, material explorations, shape studies, sketches, mockups, hardware concepts, and color direction

Design products with consideration for functionality, construction, finishes, trims, closures, branding, and overall user experience

Collaborate with the Accessories team on the development of seasonal collections and execution of category strategies

Partner with Materials, Product Development, and Merchandising teams to identify and source materials appropriate for each season

Present design concepts and seasonal developments for review, incorporating feedback and refining ideas through multiple stages of development

Manage product developments according to seasonal calendars and overseas deadlines, ensuring accurate communication of design intent to development partners and factories

Prepare and maintain detailed sketches, specifications, and technical packages that clearly communicate construction, materials, hardware, finishing, and functional requirements

Set up and maintain product information, sketches, a