Senior Designer, Women's Dresses

giiicareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

PTO and company holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

G-III Apparel Group seeks a talented Designer, Women’s Dresses to join the BCBG Dresses team in New York City. You will support the Design Director from research and sketching to prototypes, balancing trend, creativity, and commercial goals.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of women’s dress design experience, strong sketching and CAD skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach in a fast-paced environment. On-site position with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or technical degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 5–7 years of professional apparel design experience, with a focus on contemporary women’s dresses.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong hand sketching and computer design skills.
• Deep understanding of garment construction, draping, fit, and the product development process.
• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors.
• Strong trend awareness and ability to interpret commercially viable ideas.
• Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Design Director to build the BCBG Dresses collection from initial research and sketching through final approved prototypes.
• Conduct seasonal trend, fabric, trim, color, and market research; identify key inspiration styles to guide line development.
• Create sketches, CADs, and technical packages with a strong understanding of garment construction, drape, and fit.
• Develop fashion-forward dress collections that reflect the BCBG brand aesthetic while supporting seasonal merchandising objectives.
• Support development of first samples and ensure timely delivery to meet market deadlines.
• Collaborate with design, production, merchandising, technical design, and sales teams to ensure design integrity and commercial viability.
• Assist in sourcing seasonal fabrics, trims, and embellishments while communicating with overseas offices regarding development status and approvals.
• Attend fittings, review style lines, fit, proportion, and construction, and implement revisions as needed.
• Maintain strong organizational skills while managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Skills

Creative design

Collaboration

Communication

Time management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Designer, Women’s Dresses

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)
Department: BCBG Dresses
Reports To: Director of Design

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Designer, Women’s Dresses to join our BCBG Dresses team. This role will play a critical part in supporting the Design Director in creating a competitive and brand-right dress assortment that balances trend, creativity, and commercial success. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with strong design and communication skills, a passion for contemporary women’s fashion, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Design Director to build the BCBG Dresses collection from initial research and sketching through final approved prototypes.

• Conduct seasonal trend, fabric, trim, color, and market research; identify key inspiration styles to guide line development.

• Create sketches, CADs, and technical packages with a strong understanding of garment construction, drape, and fit.

• Develop fashion-forward dress collections that reflect the BCBG brand aesthetic while supporting seasonal merchandising objectives.

• Support development of first samples and ensure timely delivery to meet market deadlines.

• Collaborate with design, production, merchandising, technical design, and sales teams to ensure design integrity and commercial viability.

• Assist in sourcing seasonal fabrics, trims, and embellishments while communicating with overseas offices regarding development status and approvals.

• Attend fittings, review style lines, fit, proportion, and construction, and implement revisions as needed.

• Maintain strong organizational skills while managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Who You Are:

• A creative designer with a passion for contemporary women’s fashion and a strong eye for detail.

• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• A strategic thinker who balances creativity with commercial awareness.

• A strong communicator who works effectively with cross-functional and overseas partners.

• A self-starter who takes initiative and drives projects forward.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or technical degree in Fashion Design or related field.

• 5–7 years of professional apparel design experience, with a focus on contemporary women’s dresses.

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

• Strong hand sketching and computer design skills.

• Deep understanding of garment construction, draping, fit, and the product development process.

• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors.

• Strong trend awareness and ability to interpret commercially viable ideas.

• Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and presentation skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• PTO and company holidays

• Employee discounts

The pay range for this position is: $105,000 – $150,000 per year.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com

G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., G-III Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.