Design Assistant in City of London

Miss Sohee is a leading Couture fashion house dedicated to creating emotionally resonant, meticulously crafted garments and accessories. Our collections celebrate artistry, innovation, and a distinct brand identity rooted in modern femininity and refined craftsmanship. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a versatile and highly skilled Assistant Designer to join our creative team.

The Designer Assistant will work closely with the Creative Director to support the end-to-end design process across couture, accessories, and potential ready-to-wear collections. This role requires a creative individual with excellent technical and artistic skills—someone who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment and brings both precision and originality to their work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shadow the Creative Director to understand the brand’s creative direction and seasonal narratives.
• Sketch couture garments and evening wear designs by hand and digitally (using iPad/Procreate).
• Design embroidery and print motifs using Adobe Photoshop and Procreate.
• Sketch and develop mock-ups for accessories, including shoes, handbags, and small leather goods.
• Oversee the production and development of accessories in collaboration with suppliers and artisans.
• Collaborate with the Embroidery Manager to develop innovative embroidery techniques and samples.
• Assist in the design development of potential Ready-to-Wear capsules aligned with couture aesthetics.
• Source and curate vintage garments and references for research and design inspiration.
• Engage in sampling and surface experimentation, contributing to fabric manipulations, finishes, and embellishment techniques.
• Actively contribute new ideas and creative concepts to align with and evolve the brand DNA.
• Provide direction to design assistants and interns, assigning tasks and overseeing quality and deadlines.
• Responsible for redesigning the website with a strong editorial direction, ensuring visual storytelling aligns with the brand identity.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience working within a luxury evening wear, accessories, or Haute Couture design team.
• Exceptional illustration and drawing skills, both by hand and digitally.
• Highly proficient in Procreate (iPad), Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, embroidery techniques, and accessories development.
• Experience working with luxury suppliers, ateliers, and manufacturers.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required. Korean or Italian, French speaking is a plus.
• Capable of overseeing junior team members, assigning responsibilities, and providing clear creative direction.

Preferred Skills:

• Fluency in Korean is a plus.
• Background in luxury couture, bridal, or evening wear design.
• Familiarity with leather goods production and material sourcing, and overseeing production with factories.
• Excellent knowledge of vintage fashion, historical references, and embroidery archives.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV, portfolio (including both hand-drawn and digital sketches), and a short cover letter outlining your interest and experience to careers@missohee.com.