Head of Accessories and Bags Design
Core
Lead the Bags and Accessories design team, driving creative vision and strategy for all accessories lines while translating the Creative Director's vision into commercially successful designs aligned with brand aesthetics and ethical values.
Role type
Senior leadership head of accessories design
Builds
Luxury handbags, small leather goods, keychains, belts, and special exclusive collaborations
Domain
Luxury fashion, sustainable materials, leather goods
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic design leadership, trend forecasting, material innovation, sustainable design, team mentorship, collection planning, CAD/Illustrator proficiency, budget management
Preferred skills
Italian language skills, knowledge of legal confidentiality requirements
Technologies
CAD software, Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator
Responsibilities
Lead and inspire the design team; develop seasonal design strategy creating 10-15 new styles per event; oversee fabric and prototype archive; create mood boards and color card proposals; develop quick mock-ups and high-quality renderings; manage design timelines and deadlines; collaborate with Creative Director and Merchandiser; maintain fitting room organization.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership mandate