Junior & Senior Fashion Designer

Job Title: Junior / Senior Fashion Designer

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Grant Road, Mumbai

(ONLY APPLICANTS BASED IN MUMBAI WILL BE CONSIDERED)

Experience:

Junior Designer: 13 years

Senior Designer: 3+ years

ABOUT SDS by KUSHAL SHAH

SDS by KUSHAL SHAH is a mens luxury brand specializing in Prt, Couture, and Bespoke.

We focus on refined design aesthetics, craftsmanship, and service, creating a seamless balance between luxury and contemporary style.

Rooted in an edgy yet timeless design philosophy, our collections reflect an evolving yet consistent creative vision.

Our parent company, SHEETAL, has been a pioneer in Indian fashion retail for over 50 years.

Industry icons such as Hemant Trivedi, Manish Malhotra, and Aki Narula began their creative journeys at SDS before launching their own labels.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES :

1. Collection Design & Concept Development

Conceptualize and develop menswear collections from initial sketches to final production.

Create mood boards, color stories, and thematic narratives aligned with brand aesthetics.

Research global and Indian menswear trends, silhouettes, embroidery styles, and fabric innovations.

Translate creative concepts into commercially viable designs.

2. Technical Design & Garment Development

Create detailed technical drawings, design sheets, and specifications for production.

Work closely with pattern makers to ensure accurate execution of silhouettes and fits.

Review samples and prototypes, ensuring quality, proportions, and finishing meet brand standards.

Incorporate bespoke tailoring principles and couture-level detailing into designs.

3. Fabric, Embroidery & Material Sourcing

Assist in sourcing fabrics, trims, and embellishments for collections and bespoke orders.

Develop embroidery concepts and coordinate with khaka artists and craftsmen.

Maintain updated fabric libraries and material references.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Coordinate with merchandising, production, marketing, and PR teams to ensure cohesive collection storytelling.

Support shoot styling, campaign visuals, and collection presentations when required.

Align design timelines with production schedules and brand launches.

5. Client Consultations & Bespoke Support

Participate in client consultations and fittings at the Kala Ghoda flagship store.

Assist in understanding bespoke requirements and translating them into design solutions.

Coordinate with tailoring teams to ensure client specifications are met accurately.

6. Quality Control & Design Excellence

Ensure consistency in design execution, craftsmanship, and detailing across collections.

Review final garments for quality, embroidery finish, fabric usage, and overall presentation.

Maintain high couture and luxury standards throughout development.

7. Team Support & Mentorship (Senior Level)

Guide and mentor junior designers in design development and execution.

Review junior designers work and provide constructive feedback.

Support building structured design workflows and creative processes.

QUALFICATIONS & PREREQUISITIES:

Bachelors degree in Fashion Design or related field (advanced degree preferred).

Junior Designer: 13 years of experience in menswear design.

Senior Designer: 3+ years of experience in luxury menswear, couture, or bespoke.

Strong understanding of menswear silhouettes, tailoring, and garment construction.

In-depth knowledge of fabrics, couture embroideries, and finishing techniques.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).

Familiarity with bespoke tailoring and made-to-measure processes.

Awareness of sustainability practices in fashion is a plus.

Strong teamwork, time management, and creative problem-solving skills.

Willingness to travel for sourcing, shows, and industry events if required.