Apparel Designer

Apparel Designer

This role is full-time, in-person based in our studio in Byculla, Mumbai.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Collection Design & Development

• Conceptualize and design women's and unisex apparel collections aligned with seasonal print stories and brand identity.
• Create original silhouettes, surface details, trims, and finishing techniques that complement key prints and color palettes.
• Develop mood boards, sketches, detailed tech packs, and spec sheets for sampling.

2. Print Integration & Fabric Exploration

• Work closely with the print design team to integrate artwork into garments meaningfullyconsidering scale, placement, and wearability.
• Select and test fabrics that support both print clarity and garment construction.
• Explore innovative fabric treatments, dye techniques, and surface embellishment options.

3. Sampling & Production Coordination

• Oversee the sampling process end-to-endfit trials, pattern revisions, fabric approvals, print strike-offs, and finishing quality.
• Collaborate with pattern makers, sample masters, and production partners to ensure final garments meet brand standards.
• Conduct quality checks to maintain consistency in fit, print placement, and craftsmanship.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and visual teams to ensure cohesive storytelling across product, photoshoots, and retail display.
• Support the creation of lookbooks, campaign styling, and product naming.
• Ensure timely handover of deliverables to cross-teams for launch planning.

5. Trend & Market Research

• Stay updated with global fashion trends, emerging print techniques, textile innovations, and customer insights.
• Analyze boutique and indie brand markets to ensure our collections are fresh, relevant, and commercially viable.

6. Documentation & Workflow

• Maintain organized design archives, fabric libraries, and print placement files.
• Prepare clear handover documents and maintain collection timelines.

Who You Are:

• An imaginative designer with a passion for prints, color, and contemporary indie-fashion culture.
• Strong sketching ability (digital or hand), a keen eye for detail, and a refined sense of color.
• Deep understanding of garment construction, fit, and fabric behavior.
• Able to balance creativity with practicality and cost-efficiency.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative studio environment where design, craft, and experimentation are valued.

Requirements:

• Degree in Fashion/Apparel Design or related field.
• 25 years of experience in apparel design, preferably with a print-driven or boutique fashion brand.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and other technical design programs.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience working with sampling units and production vendors.

About Company

Freedom Tree store recommends edgy global color design and quirky coordination for your home. All designed by the studio and made in India the work of many heads, hearts and hands. We have an eclectic color design collection of furniture, table ware, textiles, floor coverings, lighting, home fragrances and accessories; Welcome to the world of Good Design, Everyday.

Freedom Tree Design Stores were established 15 years ago, with a presence of seven stores across West and South India. We also have an established eCommerce presence through freedomtree.in and selected other platforms. We also engage with B2B and Institutional buyers and pop-ups that are aesthetically and strategically aligned. Were going for growth in the next few years, so this is your chance to climb aboard!

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