Senior Designer

FOREVER US
Forever New is Australia's fastest-growing fashion clothing and accessories brand.
With over 300 stores and a vast online presence globally, we have built a passionate community of fashion lovers, designers, innovators, and creatives who have taken us from Melbourne to the world.
We're a dynamic and collaborative team with a love for fashion and a drive to make the modern woman feel confident, stylish, and empowered - every day.
THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU
40% employee discount plus family and friends' discounts
Onsite cafe with daily subsidised coffee and lunch
Birthday and loyalty leave
Ongoing learning and development
Wellness and sustainability incentives
Vibrant head office located in the heart of Richmond
Global exposure across a business operating on 5 continents
YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY
At Forever New, we encourage our Designers to immerse themselves in the exhilarating world of trend research.
In this role, you will identify and interpret beautiful styles that embody the heart and soul of our brand, pushing fashion boundaries.
As our Senior Dresses Designer, you will own the category by guiding the design direction for the PM Dresses portfolio.
Partnering with the General Manager of Design and Design Manager, you will create and inspire captivating collections in line with Forever New's handwriting.
Work hand in hand with our talented in-house pattern team and fabric experts to transform initial concepts into tangible and stunning samples.
Lead the range plan management, ensuring every piece meets brand standards for fit and quality, and watch your collection be brought to life
Get Excited To
Research and analyse local and international market, lifestyle, and emerging trends to ensure Forever New remains first to market with innovative, customer-relevant designs.
Create strategic Design Briefs, trend storyboards, and colour palettes, actively participating in design meetings, workshops, and supplier briefings.
Provide creative leadership by identifying opportunities, advising on styling and finishes, and challenging product direction where required to achieve the best outcome.
Create and visualise compelling product designs that reflect Forever New's handwriting, align with product strategy, and differentiate the brand from competitors.
Define aesthetic direction in collaboration with the Design Manager, incorporating colour, fabric innovations, and strategic business insights.
Partner with Buyers, Textile Print Designers, and Quality teams to brief, refine, and deliver commercially successful products at the right time for the customer.
The Skills And Experience You Offer Us
5+ years Womenswear Design experience
Skilled in visualising design concepts (by hand and PC/MAC)
A strong knowledge in fabrics and raw material
Ability to translate fashion trends into commercial design concepts
Creative talent and high attention to detail
Sound technical knowledge and garment construction skills
An understanding of all critical path elements and their impact on sales
Computer literacy in Design, Illustrator, CAD and PowerPoint
Computer literacy in desktop products, including Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word)
A sound knowledge of local and overseas fashion retail markets
Understand the Forever New customer and respond effectively to her needs
Whether we're designing our next collection or building a world-class people platform, our values guide everything we do:
Think Customer
Respect for All
Keep it Simple
Take Responsibility
Act with Pace
Apply now to join Forever New and play a pivotal role in shaping our product design direction - combining creativity, market insight, and collaboration to deliver trend-led collections that inspire our customers.
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