Fashion Designer and Illustrator

Fashion Designer and Illustrator

(Bridal & Couture | Full-time | On-site Noida)

About Lehenga Love Story

Lehenga Love Story is a modern Indian bridal and festive wear brand rooted in craftsmanship, romantic storytelling, and precision-led execution. We work closely with skilled karigars and masterji to create couture pieces that balance beauty with technical excellence.

As we grow, were looking to build a design team that understands not just how garments look , but how they are made .

The Role

We are looking for a Fashion Designer / Illustrator to work closely with the founder and play a hands-on role in translating design ideas into clear, production-ready outputs.

This role is ideal for a fashion designtrained professional who enjoys being involved across the full journey from sketching and design development to sampling, fittings, and production coordination. Its a role for someone who values clarity, craftsmanship, and execution , not just concepts.

What Youll Do

• Translate design concepts into detailed fashion illustrations and design sheets
• Create clear technical sketches, including embroidery layouts, measurements, and garment breakdowns
• Work closely with karigars and masterji to explain designs, cuts, and details
• Participate in sampling, fittings, trials, and corrections
• Support fabric, embroidery, and trim sourcing
• Review embroidery panels and finished garments for quality and accuracy
• Help ensure garments are production- and shoot-ready in terms of fit, finish, and detailing
• Use modern tools, including AI-based visualisation, to explore and refine ideas where helpful

This Role Will Suit You If You

• Have formal training in fashion design and enjoy hands-on execution
• Care deeply about garment construction, fit, and finish
• Are comfortable working closely with production teams
• Enjoy translating ideas into clear, actionable design communication
• Like being involved from concept to final garment
• Are open to blending traditional design skills with modern tools

Things to Know Before Applying

• This is not a purely conceptual design role
• The work involves on-site coordination with production teams
• Attention to detail and follow-through are critical
• Sampling, fittings, and iterations are part of the process
• A short, role-relevant work sample is part of the hiring process

Candidate Eligibility

• Degree in Fashion Design from a recognised institute
• 13 years of experience in bridal, couture, or ethnic wear
• Strong illustration skills (hand and/or digital)
• Sound understanding of Indian garment construction and embroidery techniques
• Experience working directly with karigars and production teams
• Comfortable working on-site in Noida
• Openness to using AI tools as part of the design workflow

What Youll Gain

• End-to-end exposure to couture design and production
• Close collaboration with the founder and core team
• High ownership and responsibility early in your career
• Opportunity to grow into a senior design role as the brand scales
• A thoughtful, craft-focused work environment