Associate Design Director, Home

LoveShackFancy; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

LoveShackFancy in New York seeks an Associate Design Director to lead the Home category, translating the brand's romantic, feminine aesthetic into furniture, textiles, and decor. You will own the design point of view and collaborate with merchandising, product development, and sourcing to move concepts from ideation to shelf.

The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years in design, a strong portfolio across home categories, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in design, with 2–3 years in leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in Design or related field.
• Strong portfolio of home decor, textiles, or lifestyle product design.
• Experience leading a design team.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end design vision for the Home category.
• Lead seasonal concepts, mood boards, colorways, and patterns.
• Mentor and develop a team of designers.
• Collaborate with merchandising and buying to align with sales strategy.
• Work with product development and sourcing on feasibility and quality.
• Conduct market research and forecast trends in home categories.
• Review technical packages and oversee print and surface design.
• Present concepts to senior leadership.

Skills

Design leadership

Brand development

Print & pattern

Adobe Creative Suite

Color theory

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Textiles knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Design

Tools

CAD

3D rendering

Job description

ABOUT LOVESHACKFANCY

LoveShackFancy, founded in 2013 by Rebecca Hessel Cohen, is a global fashion, beauty, childrenswear, accessories, home, and lifestyle brand celebrated for its romantic, vintage-inspired aesthetic and cult-like community. Known for its immersive, whimsical interiors, the brand has grown to 25 boutiques across the U.S. and London. Signature ruffles, pink, and bows anchor the collections, while storytelling and pioneering community-driven experiences have shaped LoveShackFancy into more than a fashion label—it’s a shared lifestyle movement. Coveted collaborations include Victoria’s Secret PINK, Gap, Target, Stanley, Pottery Barn, Bogner, and more. In 2023, LoveShackFancy launched Beauty exclusively at Sephora, inviting millions into its rose-colored world of whimsy and celebration.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an Associate Design Director to lead and elevate our Home category, bringing our signature romantic, feminine aesthetic to life across furniture, softgoods (bedding, pillows, throws), textiles, decor, tabletop, and lifestyle accessories. This role blends creative vision with hands‑on execution — you'll own the design point of view for Home while partnering closely with merchandising, product development, and sourcing teams to bring collections from concept to shelf.

The ideal candidate is a passionate design leader with a deep understanding of home aesthetics, print and pattern development, and an ability to translate brand DNA into covetable, sellable products.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own the end-to-end design vision and creative direction for the Home category, ensuring every product reflects brand identity and elevates the overall home assortment


• Lead the development of seasonal concepts, mood boards, colorways, prints, and material stories from initial ideation through final production


• Manage and mentor a team of designers, providing creative feedback, technical guidance, and professional development


• Partner cross-functionally with merchandising and buying teams to align design direction with sales strategy, pricing, and market trends


• Collaborate with product development and sourcing to ensure designs are executed with quality, feasibility, and brand integrity in mind


• Conduct market research and trend forecasting across home, textiles, and lifestyle categories to keep the brand ahead of the curve


• Review and approve technical packages, prototypes, and samples throughout the development process


• Oversee print, pattern, and surface design development, including original artwork and licensed collaborations


• Lead design development for softgoods, including bedding, pillows, throws, and other textile-driven categories, ensuring quality construction and fabrication details that align with brand standards


• Present design concepts and seasonal collections to senior leadership and key stakeholders


• Ensure all designs align with production timelines, cost targets, and quality standards


• Travel as needed for factory visits, trade shows, and sourcing trips

What You Bring

• 7-10+ years of design experience, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or senior design role, ideally within home decor, softgoods, textiles, furniture, or a related lifestyle category


• Bachelor's degree in Design, Textile Design, Interior Design, Fine Arts, or a related field


• A strong portfolio demonstrating original print, pattern, and product design across home categories


• Proven experience managing and developing a design team


• Deep knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and production timelines for home goods


• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); experience with CAD or 3D rendering software is a plus


• Strong understanding of color theory, textile development, and surface pattern design


• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative vision to cross-functional partners and leadership


• A collector's eye for vintage, antique, and heritage references, with the ability to translate inspiration into modern, market-ready product


• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously


• A genuine passion for the brand's aesthetic and lifestyle