At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning couture patterns from sketches and collaborate with a creative team.
- Company: Join Miss Sohee, a leading haute couture label in London.
- Benefits: Work in a dynamic studio with opportunities for creativity and growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on craftsmanship and innovation.
- Why this job: Be part of the magic behind red-carpet pieces and unique collections.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in luxury pattern cutting and strong teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
Company Description
Miss Sohee is a London-based haute couture label known for its sculptural silhouettes, meticulous craftsmanship, and strong visual storytelling. The house creates custom, made-to-measure pieces for a global clientele, collaborating closely with stylists, performers, and high-profile clients. Each garment is developed with a focus on innovative pattern cutting, luxurious textiles, and elaborate hand-finishing. Working at Miss Sohee offers the opportunity to contribute to distinctive couture collections and red-carpet pieces within a fast-paced, creatively driven studio environment.
Role Description
This is a contract, on-site role based in the London Area, United Kingdom. The Senior Haute Couture Pattern Cutter will translate design sketches, technical references, and creative direction into precise couture patterns for toiles and final garments. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Drafting and developing complex patterns by hand
- Conducting fittings and making adjustments
- Working closely with the creative director, sample room, and machinists to ensure flawless construction and fit
- Interpreting and refining silhouettes
- Advising on garment construction techniques
- Problem-solving for intricate shapes, drapes, and embellishments
- Overseeing pattern grading where needed
- Maintaining organized pattern archives
- Guiding more junior team members on couture cutting standards and best practices
Qualifications
- Extensive experience in haute couture or luxury fashion pattern cutting, including hand-drafting, draping on the stand, and complex garment construction
- Strong ability to interpret design sketches and technical references into accurate patterns, with a refined understanding of fit, balance, and proportion
- Proficiency with couture techniques such as internal structuring, corsetry, boning, and advanced finishing methods for gowns and occasionwear
- Hands-on experience collaborating with seamstresses, ateliers, and design teams from initial toile through final garment, including fittings and alterations
- Exceptional attention to detail, precision, and craftsmanship, with the ability to work to tight deadlines while maintaining couture-level standards
- Demonstrated experience working with delicate and specialty fabrics (e.g., silk, tulle, organza, embellished textiles) and solving technical challenges
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and mentor more junior pattern cutters or interns
- Relevant qualification in Pattern Cutting, Fashion Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in a couture or high-end atelier
- Comfort working on-site in a studio environment, with flexibility to support evening or weekend work during peak collection and event periods
Senior Haute Couture Pattern Cutter in London employer: Miss Sohee
At Miss Sohee, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and innovative work culture that encourages creativity and collaboration. As a Manual Pattern Cutter in our London studio, you will not only have the chance to work with luxurious textiles and contribute to stunning couture collections but also benefit from mentorship opportunities and a supportive team environment that values your growth and expertise. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your skills will shine and your contributions will make a real impact in the world of high fashion.
