Fashion Designer - Athleisure Wear & Accessories

SHEIN STAR PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent fashion brand is seeking a Fashion Designer specialized in athleisure apparel and lifestyle accessories. This role involves designing athleisure products from conception through production and requires 3–7 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, and an understanding of fit, construction, and performance materials. The position emphasizes collaboration with various teams to ensure successful products that meet the needs of e-commerce channels.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of experience in athleisure, activewear, or lifestyle apparel design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating apparel and/or accessories designed for commercial scale.
• Solid understanding of fit, construction, and performance fabrics.

Responsibilities

• Design athleisure apparel including tops, bras, leggings, bottoms, and outerwear.
• Develop detailed tech packs including sketches and fabric specifications.
• Select materials suitable for athleisure use like stretch and moisture-wicking.

Skills

Apparel design

Creative execution

Collaboration

Optimization

Technical drawing

Market alignment

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

PLM systems

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a Fashion Designer specialised in athleisure apparel and lifestyle accessories to own end-to-end product design, from concept development to production-ready execution.

This role focuses on performance-driven, design-led athleisure products that balance functionality, comfort, and modern aesthetics, built specifically for global e-commerce and DTC channels. You will work closely with brand, product, merchandising, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable, commercially successful collections across multiple categories.

Key Responsibilities

1. Apparel & Accessories Design

• Design athleisure apparel including (but not limited to): Active tops, bras, leggings, bottoms, outerwear, and sets
• Design lifestyle and sports accessories such as: Bags (duffle, tote, sling), caps, socks, lightweight gear, and functional add-ons
• Translate creative concepts, moodboards, and briefs into cohesive seasonal or capsule collections

2. Product Development & Technical Execution

• Develop detailed tech packs including sketches, measurements, construction notes, trims, and fabric specifications
• Collaborate with pattern makers, sampling teams, and factories to refine fit, function, and wearability
• Review samples, conduct fittings, and drive iterative improvements toward production readiness

3. Fabric, Trim & Performance Consideration

• Select and develop materials suitable for athleisure use (stretch, moisture-wicking, breathability, durability)
• Ensure designs align with performance requirements, comfort standards, and cost targets
• Support sustainable or responsible material choices where applicable

4. Commercial & Channel Alignment

• Design with e-commerce and DTC presentation in mind (silhouette clarity, styling versatility, color stories)
• Align designs with global market needs, size ranges, and pricing architecture
• Work closely with merchandising and brand teams to ensure strong product-market fit

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with brand, marketing, sourcing, and supply‑chain teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, scalable, and on‑time
• Support lookbooks, line sheets, and product visuals for internal and commercial use

Requirements

• 3–7+ years of experience in athleisure, activewear, or lifestyle apparel design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating apparel and/or accessories designed for commercial scale
• Solid understanding of fit, construction, and performance fabrics
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (technical flats essential); familiarity with PLM systems is a plus
• Experience working with OEM / ODM manufacturers, ideally across Asia
• Understanding of global sizing, grading, and production constraints

Mindset

• Product‑led, commercially aware, and detail‑driven
• Strong balance of creative taste and execution discipline
• Comfortable with fast iteration cycles and evolving briefs
• Collaborative, pragmatic, and ownership‑oriented
• Passionate about active lifestyles, design systems, and modern consumer brands