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We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory's design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.

Empowering women is the company's guiding principle, expressed through Tory's collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community.

You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you're prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today!

Life @ToryBurch is Special Because:

When you join us, you're joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.

• Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference.
• We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance.
• Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
• We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You'll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
• We are invested in your professional growth - you'll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.
• We believe in the importance of giving back and you'll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.

This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:

The Senior Designer, Ready-to-Wear Runway is a key creative partner for our seasonal runway collections in partnership with the Creative leads and Design Directors. This position collaborates closely with the design leads to bring runway concepts to life through trend research, sketching, draping, and garment execution. The candidate must be organized, detail oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities. They must be passionate about product and have an elevated aesthetic to match the Tory Burch Brand.

A Day in the Life:

Collaborate with the Design Directors and Creative leadership to support and develop seasonal runway/Vogue.com collections.
Research and interpret fashion trends, art, culture, and references into original and compelling design concepts.
Create detailed sketches (by hand and digitally) and technical flats for garments.
Work closely with patternmakers, sample rooms, and product development teams to oversee prototype creation and garment fittings.
Maintain mood boards, design decks, and line sheets throughout the design process.
Participate in fittings and make construction and design adjustments as needed.
Ensure all designs meet the highest standards of craftsmanship, fit, and brand identity.
Assist in preparing looks for runway shows, lookbooks, and special presentations.
Stay informed on industry trends, competitors, and emerging design practices.

To Land This Role:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in fashion design, with at least 4 years in luxury and/or runway apparel
• Strong design portfolio showcasing innovative, fashion-forward concepts and execution.
• Excellent sketching, draping, and garment construction skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and Photoshop) and CAD software.
• Strong understanding of high-end fabrics, construction techniques, and finishing.
• Exceptional eye for color, silhouette, and detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Passionate about high fashion, storytelling, and innovation

Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:

Every style has a story and that story begins in Design.Our wildly creative team of dreamers and doers works together to bring Tory Burch's unique vision to life. At every stage of the design process, our focus is on exciting our customer with pieces that are beautiful, timeless and exquisitely crafted.Along the way, we work with world class suppliers and artisans, and partner with premier mills and manufacturers to ensure that our designs meet our exacting standards for quality. If you want to be part of an empowered and innovative group of designers, come join us!

How We Work Together

• Adaptable - We change before we have to
• Entrepreneurial - We own it
• Collaborative - There's no "I" in Tory
• Client & Brand Focused - We put ourselves in Tory's shoes
• Live the Values - We show up for each other
• Functional Expertise - We're constantly learning and growing

#TeamTory Values

We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is 120,000.00 USD - 155,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.

Benefits Information

We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your heath, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Here are highlights of key benefits available to all Tory Burch members that work over 30 hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tory Burch LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual's age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) or sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability or membership in any other protected class under applicable law. Likewise, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Disability Accommodation

Tory Burch is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you require assistance or an accommodation with the hiring process, please contact thetalentteam@toryburch.com.