Bra Designer

At Adore Me, we are where data meets fashion tech. As part of the Victoria’s Secret & Co. family, we are reinventing the intimate industry with innovation, inclusivity, and a start-up spirit.

Adore Me, founded in New York City in 2012, is redefining lingerie and lifestyle fashion with playful energy, elevated design, and affordable collections that bring confidence, joy, and the thrill of finding the perfect piece for every moment.

From lingerie to loungewear, every style is intentionally designed with flattering fits, lasting fabrics, and thoughtful details. With over 67 sizes available, Adore Me ensures that inclusivity is woven into the experience, making style and comfort accessible to all.

Adore Me. It’s so you!

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Designer to join our Creation (design) Team. Our ideal candidate possesses a mastery of bra design & construction, from conceptualization through production. This position reports to the Design Director and supports the management of junior designers.

RESPONSABILITIES:

• Report to Design Director
• Oversee the bra sets & single ticket panty categories
• Manage junior designers
• Own developments, design through PO placement - including fashion research and cost engineering - while working closely with our Technical Design & Production partners
• Work with Merchandising Team to ensure assortment needs are met on a monthly & seasonal basis
• Focus on fashion bra sets & single ticket panty programs: developing new styles for key white spaces for our website, Elite customers, & marketplaces
• Incorporate sustainability into designs, while accounting for aesthetic, comfort, and cost
• Trend research, including competitive analysis and trend forecasting services
• Work with color palettes, CADs, lab dips, and color samples
• Partner with the Technical Design Team for design intent for fit pass offs. Strong communication with the Technical Design Team is necessary to see fit through to approval, including a full-size range
• Follow up on development information - cost, raw materials, pass-off dates, and deliver work on time for multiple calendar deadlines simultaneously

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design with a concentration in intimates
• 5-10 years of industry experience, with intimate apparel/ bra design experience a must
• Knowledge of:
• Bra design, construction, and fit: especially underwire & molded pads, ideally also in plus size ranges
• Ability to sketch & communicate design ideas & construction via Illustrator or Photoshop
• Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Google/Microsoft Suite (Slides, Sheets, Data Studio)
• Experience in:
• PLM systems to create and maintain product information
• Sustainability practices for design & production a plus
• Managing and mentoring junior team members
• Exemplary interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Highly motivated, collaborative
• Experience in a startup is an extra plus!
• Attention to detail, extremely organized, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
• “I’ll find a way!” mindset, where you can leverage your autonomy within your role to think outside the box
• Ability to work on-site at our offices in SoHo on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays is considered an essential part of this role

BENEFITS:

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• Paid prenatal leave
• FSA
• HSA
• EAP
• Dependent care savings program
• Commuter Benefits
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• An additional perk is our Press Pause Summer Fridays - alternating Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day the workday ends at 2 PM (local time zone). Take the afternoon to unwind!

Adore Me is proud to provide equal opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law. By applying for this position, the applicant authorizes Adore Me to check all references list on your application and/or resume.