- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Director
- Compensation
- $170,000–180,000/year
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 14, 2026
About rag & bone
Founded in New York in 2002, rag & bone blends British tailoring influences with the authenticity of American workwear and the energy of downtown style. Known for its denim, ready-to-wear and accessories, the brand balances modern design with an enduring focus on craftsmanship, quality and everyday wearability. As an employer, rag & bone brings together creative, commercial and operational expertise across disciplines including design, merchandising and retail. Its distinctive positioning offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a contemporary fashion brand where attention to detail, cultural relevance and a considered approach to personal style shape both product and customer experience.
rag & bone seeks a Menswear Design Director to lead design and development for its White Label Wovens business—outerwear, tailoring, non-denim bottoms and shirting—reporting to the Head of Men’s Design. The role sets seasonal design direction, oversees product development and fittings, presents concepts and guides a cohesive White Label lifestyle; pay is up to $170,000–$180,000 based on experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of the White Label Wovens business, including outerwear, tailoring, non-denim bottoms and shirting, shaping the everyday essentials of rag & bone Men’s.
- Provide trend and vintage research informed by seasonal inspiration and the brand’s lifestyle direction.
- Create original sketches, color-ups and material suggestions, setting design direction for the wovens line; oversee seasonal trim design and development and the technical design team.
- Complete accurate, clear tech packs and design sheets for technical handoffs.
- Attend weekly fittings from prototype through production, ensuring fit, construction and material accuracy at every product stage.
- Present design concepts at sketch, prototype and SMS stages to the Head of Men’s Design and Creative Director; communicate inspiration and ideas clearly to the internal design team and cross-functional partners.
- Create and maintain physical and digital seasonal boards, keeping them updated after meetings and fittings.
- Collaborate with merchandising, product development and technical design to ensure brand alignment.
- Support the design team in organizing and preparing for sketch, prototype and market reviews, using key dates and the calendar established with the SVP and Head of Men’s Design.
- Influence the cohesive execution of the White Label offering across all categories through cross-functional peers, supporting the overall lifestyle.
- Lead design direction for a full product line, including managing and mentoring designers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field experience, plus 8+ years of wovens design experience.
- Proven experience leading design direction for a full product line, including managing and mentoring designers.
- Creative thinker with a strong, confident point of view and a passion for menswear.
- Expert technical knowledge of woven products, including outerwear, tailoring, bottoms and shirting.
- Strong understanding of textiles, materials and trims.
- White Label or private-label design experience is a strong plus, with the ability to balance brand voice with partner and licensee requirements.
- Highly organized, able to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Thorough knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Knowledge of Miro is a plus.
Skills
Experience
8+ years of wovens design experience; proven experience leading design direction for a full product line, including managing and mentoring designers.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field experience.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 170,000 to USD 180,000 per annum.
Benefits
Paid time off; clothing allowance; employee discount; paid parental leave; Calm membership and other wellness benefits; medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits; 401(k).
Culture
rag & bone’s workplace culture reflects its New York roots and British tailoring influences, balancing a contemporary, independent spirit with a strong appreciation for craftsmanship. Its creative environment connects design with everyday practicality, placing authentic style, attention to detail and thoughtful execution at the heart of the brand’s work.
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