Sr. Fashion Designer

Sowears; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Sowears in Karachi is seeking a Fashion Designer who thrives on western fashion and trend research, designing collections for women that balance style with modesty and functionality. You will develop concepts, color palettes, tech packs, and collaborate with production, merchandising, and marketing to bring seasonal lines to life while meeting deadlines.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in fashion design and 1–3 years' experience, strong CAD skills (Illustrator/Photoshop), and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design (or equivalent).
• 1–3 years of experience as a Fashion Designer, preferably in women's wear (modest or Western fashion is a plus).
• Strong sense of color, fabric, and silhouette selection.
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop).
• Knowledge of garment construction, pattern-making, and textile processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research global fashion trends, colors, fabrics, and silhouettes to develop unique and marketable designs aligned with Sowears' brand identity.
• Create design concepts, mood boards, and seasonal collections that balance style, modesty, and functionality.
• Develop technical sketches and specifications for production (tech packs, garment detailing, trims).
• Work closely with the production and merchandising teams to ensure timely execution of collections.
• Select and source appropriate fabrics, embellishments, and trims.
• Oversee sample development and provide feedback on fitting, quality, and finishing.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align product designs with seasonal campaigns.
• Keep updated with competitor offerings and consumer preferences to maintain brand competitiveness.

Skills

CAD software

Color theory & fabrics

Garment construction & pattern-making

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Tech packs

Job description

This role is ideal for someone passionate about western fashion, trend research, design development, and creating commercially viable collections while working closely with production and merchandising teams.

Responsibilities:

• Research global fashion trends, colors, fabrics, and silhouettes to develop unique and marketable designs aligned with Sowears' brand identity.
• Create design concepts, mood boards, and seasonal collections that balance style, modesty, and functionality.
• Develop technical sketches and specifications for production (tech packs, garment detailing, trims).
• Work closely with the production and merchandising teams to ensure timely execution of collections.
• Select and source appropriate fabrics, embellishments, and trims.
• Oversee sample development and provide feedback on fitting, quality, and finishing.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align product designs with seasonal campaigns.
• Keep updated with competitor offerings and consumer preferences to maintain brand competitiveness.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design (or equivalent).
• 1-3 years of prior experience as a Fashion Designer, preferably in women's wear (modest or Western fashion is a plus).
• Strong sense of color, fabric, and silhouette selection.
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop).
• Knowledge of garment construction, pattern-making, and textile processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.