Lingerie and Swimwear Designer
Group Boux Wimbledon Head Office - London

Location:
FDJ United, 17 Hartfield Road, London, SW19 3SE
Salary:
Competitive
Employment type:
Full Time
Salary additions:
Generous Holiday Allowance, Company Pension and Great Discounts

Who are we?

Born out of a love for lingerie, nightwear, swimwear and all things romantic, Boux Avenue brings traditional service, superior fit and outstanding quality to a modern and beautiful setting both in store and online.

No matter what your age, size or style, Boux Avenue is an inclusive brand for everybody. Available in sizes 28-40, A-G cups and sizes 6-18. With an unrivalled eye for detail and passion for customer service, Boux Avenue is your ultimate destination whether you're looking for everyday essentials or something a little sexier.

The role

We're looking for a Lingerie & Swimwear designer to join the Creative team here at Boux Avenue. We're looking for a passionate team player who can help create designs into unique creations.

What are we looking for from you?

        3-5 years of Lingerie /swimwear design experience

        Strong eye for direction/new  trends that translate into lingerie & swimwear

        Strong eye for new embroideries and laces.

        Ability to design storytelling collections to a specific brief with seasonal appropriate designs

        Strong range building experience along with buying teams are required

        Strong ability to drive collections forward in workshop sessions with the Buying and merchandise teams with data analysis, customer research and trend direction

        Working in-line with the brands strategy to evolve product with BM teams to translate brand right commercial collections

        A strong understanding of Global trend & colour forecasting

        Ability to translate from catwalk trends into strong commercial lingerie & swimwear  collections in-line with our Boux Avenue's brand DNA and handwriting

        Understanding in Specification technical packs for the suppliers

        Good understanding of customer and competitive markets

        Continuous fashion trend & colour updates

        A considered eye for detail, a very strong understanding of design

        Quick response to emerging trends

        Strong eye for colour and shape, appetite for design influences

        Travel required for suppliers & inspirational trips

        Coaching and development for junior members

        Ability to work close to suppliers with forecasting trend and fabrication direction

Benefits

        Competitive salary

        25 days holiday and bank holidays

        Fun working environment with regular social events

        Eligible to join the enhanced pension scheme after 12 months service

        Staff discounts across the brands within Theo Paphitis Retail Group (Ryman, Robert Dyas and London Graphic Centre)