Clothing, fashion and accessories designers

This creative professional role conceptualizes, designs, and develops apparel, footwear, or accessories. They are crucial for setting trends, creating marketable products, and expressing brand identity through innovative and functional designs.

Key responsibilities involve researching fashion trends, sketching designs, selecting fabrics and materials, and developing patterns and technical specifications. They create prototypes, oversee fitting sessions, and manage the design process from concept to production. A core function is ensuring designs are aesthetically appealing, commercially viable, and meet quality and sustainability standards.

They also collaborate closely with pattern makers, manufacturers, marketing teams, and buyers to bring collections to market. Ultimately, they are accountable for the originality, quality, and commercial success of their designs, directly contributing to brand reputation and consumer appeal within the fashion industry.