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Style Director Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Styling Director

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$100K - $144K/yr

The Style Director will be a key contributor to our Creative team and will report into the Creative Director. You will lead and evolve the styling strategy to keep the brand fresh, relevant, and true ...

The Style Director will be a key contributor to our Creative team and will report into the Creative Director. You will lead and evolve the styling strategy to keep the brand fresh, relevant, and true ...

Styling Director

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$100K - $144K/yr

The Style Director will be a key contributor to our Creative team and will report into the Creative Director. You will lead and evolve the styling strategy to keep the brand fresh, relevant, and true ...

A Style Consultant is passionate about strong operations and providing an incredible guest ... directed. * Effective communication skills * Work both independently and with a team * Resolve ...

Style Consultant

Poway, CA ยท On-site

$19/hr

A Style Consultant is passionate about strong operations and providing an incredible guest ... directed. * Effective communication skills * Work both independently and with a team * Resolve ...

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How much do style director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for style director in California is $77,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,617.00 and $102,819.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a style director typically collaborate with design, marketing, and merchandising teams?

A Style Director works closely with design teams to ensure that creative concepts align with the brand's overall vision and seasonal trends. They also partner with marketing teams to craft campaigns that effectively showcase products and communicate the intended aesthetic to the target audience. Additionally, Style Directors collaborate with merchandising teams to ensure that product selections and in-store displays reflect the current style direction, supporting cohesive storytelling across all consumer touchpoints. This role is highly collaborative, requiring strong communication and leadership skills to bring together diverse teams toward a unified brand image.

What is the difference between Style Director vs Fashion Designer?

AspectStyle DirectorFashion Designer
Required CredentialsRelevant fashion or design degree, portfolioFashion design degree, portfolio
Work EnvironmentFashion brands, magazines, styling agenciesDesign studios, fashion houses, brands
Industry UsageOversees styling and visual presentationCreates original clothing and accessories

While both roles are integral to the fashion industry, a Style Director focuses on the overall visual style, branding, and presentation, often managing styling teams. A Fashion Designer primarily creates new clothing lines and designs. The two roles often collaborate but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is a style director?

Style Directors are creative professionals responsible for shaping and overseeing the visual and aesthetic direction of fashion brands, magazines, or media outlets. They lead teams of stylists, collaborate with photographers, designers, and editors, and set trends through editorial shoots, advertising campaigns, and runway shows. Their work ensures that the brand or publication has a cohesive and appealing visual identity that resonates with its target audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a style director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Style Director, you need a strong background in fashion design, trend analysis, and brand development, typically supported by a degree in fashion or related fields and significant industry experience. Expertise with digital design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with trend forecasting platforms are commonly required. Exceptional leadership, creative vision, and strong communication skills help a Style Director inspire teams and maintain a cohesive brand identity. These skills ensure the creation of innovative, market-relevant styles that drive brand success and industry influence.
What are the most commonly searched types of Style jobs in California? The most popular types of Style jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Style Director jobs? Cities in California with the most Style Director job openings:
Infographic showing various Style Director job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $77,136 per year, or $37.1 per hour.

Styling Director

Reformation

Los Angeles, CA โ€ข On-site

$100K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Who We Are:

Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.

Since 2009, we've been on a mission to bring sustainable fashion to everyone. Named one of Fast Company's Brands That Matter and winning a Best Carbon Footprint award, we have big goals like being Climate Positive by 2025, Circular by 2030, and pushing the whole industry forward along the way. Our work has gotten love in Drapers and Sourcing Journal, and TIME wrote about how great our CEO, Hali Borenstein, is. Basically, we're saving the Earth and looking damn good doing it.

We're a global brand with 50+ stores (and counting) around the world, and our own sustainable factory in LA. We innovate across categories like accessories, swimwear, and sleepwear, and we reach millions of people with campaigns like this, this and this.ย 

None of this work is possible without the incredible people behind it. We're a mission-based company that invests in an inclusive culture, so we can innovate together and ensure everyone has the space to grow, thrive, and belong.

And starting right now, we want to do all that with you.

Work Location/ Schedule: Onsite in hybrid model out of Vernon HQ

Reformation is looking for a full time Style Director to lead the styling identity of the brand. The Style Director will be a key contributor to our Creative team and will report into the Creative Director. You will lead and evolve the styling strategy to keep the brand fresh, relevant, and true to its aesthetic. This person will be responsible to oversee and guide styling direction for marketing photography across e-commerce, social, and advertising.ย 

What You'll Do:ย 

  • You'll work directly with the Creative Director, Creative Merchandising, Brand Marketing and Merchandising teams to develop a brand right styling direction that will influence brand campaigns, commercial channels, and the development of future product collections to ensure consistent and cohesive styling across all touchpoints.
  • Translate the seasonal inspiration to an ownable & relevant seasonal point of view that can be executed across all seasonal storytelling and product launches.
  • Work closely with the product operations team to drive visual direction that supports broader marketing objectives, including brand consistency, market testing and customer engagement.
  • Establish clear visual guidelines and standards to ensure consistent point of view around the globe, ensuring alignment across the creative and design teams.
  • Analyze market trends, research competitors/ inspiration, and identify customer preferences to ensure the company's creative direction remains relevant and impactful.
  • Redefine styling across key categories and elevate core products.
  • Oversee styling needs from concept to final execution ensuring all styling elements bring the visual direction to life while driving styling tactics to complete the look. Direct and give styling feedback on set to make sure the looks are executed as intended.
  • This is an on-set, hands-on role. Throughout the shoot week, you'll be expected to be physically present on set - actively styling, adjusting looks in real time, and problem-solving alongside the photo and production teams.

What You'll Need:ย 

  • Be an expert in industry trends and fashion movements to ensure that the styling and photography align with current market aesthetics while maintaining brand integrity.
  • Minimum 6-8 years of styling experience
  • Experience managing a team. You will manage internal team members as well as external freelancers for photoshoot styling needs.
  • Amazing style and keen eye for design
  • Understanding of garment fit and design intent
  • Ability to maintain and grow the evolution of the Reformation brand and look
  • Organized and ability to work at a high-volume capacity
  • Team player
  • Los Angeles-based or willing to relocate

Compensation:

At Reformation, we believe in transparency and equity when it comes to compensation. For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $100,000 - $144,000 + 10% bonus eligibility, depending on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation equity.

This role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a range of factors, including company performance, department goals, and individual contributions. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and are determined at the company's discretion.

Please note that compensation decisions are made thoughtfully and may vary from the listed range to reflect individual circumstances and evolving business needs. Our total rewards package also includes benefits, perks, and opportunities for growth that contribute to overall compensation.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Eligible employees get employer-sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as commuter benefits to help support your travel to and from work.
  • We offer competitive paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays for eligible employees.ย 
  • We offer retirement planning support for eligible employees, including the option to invest in Environmental Social Governance-aligned (fancy way to say sustainable) funds.ย 
  • We're a mission-based company with offices in LA, NYC and London, as well as a global retail team, which means you'll get to collaborate with people all around the world.
  • You'll get access to fertility care support through Carrot, and up to a $5,000 USD reimbursement for related fertility expenses after 1 year of employment.
  • We care about the causes our employees care about so we donate to community efforts on a yearly basis.ย 
  • We offer a clothing discount, culture events (like our annual Ref Values week and Volunteer Time Off), you know, all the meaningful and fun stuff!

Reformation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the world we want to live in. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status-in accordance with applicable international, federal, state, and local laws.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We're here to ensure you have what you need to show up as your best self.

Still don't know if you should apply? We get it-studies show that many women and individuals from historically underrepresented communities hold back from applying unless they meet every single requirement. At Reformation, we're all about growth, not gatekeeping. If you're passionate about the role and excited about making fashion more sustainable, we'd love to hear from you. If this role doesn't totally excite you, consider applying to our general application.

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