HIRING SENIOR FASHION DESIGNER – ANITA DONGRE Luxury Womenswear | Contemporary Indian Wear & Ready-to-Wear Company: House of Anita Dongre Brand: Anita Dongre (AD)

Location:
Navi Mumbai – Head Office Employment Type: Full-Time Reporting To: Product Head – Anita Dongre

Experience:
6–10 years in Luxury Designer Womenswear

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an exceptionally talented Senior Fashion Designer who combines contemporary design thinking with a deep appreciation for traditional Indian textiles, techniques, and silhouettes. The ideal candidate brings fresh perspectives, a refined aesthetic, and an exceptional eye for detail
- translating creative inspiration into distinctive, commercially relevant collections while honoring the design identity of Anita Dongre.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Creative Design & Collection Development
• Conceptualise and develop distinctive womenswear collections aligned with the Anita Dongre aesthetic.
• Research global fashion movements, art, architecture, culture and Indian craft traditions for design inspiration.
• Develop seasonal concepts, mood boards, colour palettes, silhouettes and fabric stories.
• Create original designs with a strong understanding of proportion, construction, drape and detailing.
• Bring fresh ideas to the brand while respecting its established design identity.
• Develop a balanced collection of statement pieces and commercially relevant styles. 2. Aesthetic Excellence & Product Quality
• Demonstrate exceptional judgement in colour combinations, fabric selection, silhouettes, embellishments and finishing.
• Ensure every garment reflects the quality, sophistication and refinement expected of a luxury brand.
• Personally review prototypes, fittings and final samples.
• Identify design weaknesses and proactively improve garments before final approvals.
• Maintain consistency of design language across the collection. 3. Craftsmanship & Innovation




• Work closely with textile designers, embroidery teams and artisans to develop distinctive surface treatments.
• Explore innovative applications of traditional Indian crafts in contemporary silhouettes.
• Research new fabrics, textures, sustainable materials and construction techniques.
• Develop original design details that strengthen the brand’s identity.
• Balance craftsmanship, innovation, wearability and commercial viability. 4. Product Development & Execution
• Take ownership of assigned collections from initial concept through final approved samples.
• Collaborate with merchandising, sourcing, sampling and production teams.
• Ensure design integrity is maintained throughout product development.
• Meet agreed design and sampling timelines.
• Work within defined costing and quality parameters without compromising the aesthetic. 5. Market Awareness & Customer Understanding
• Maintain a strong understanding of the luxury Indian and international womenswear market.
• Regularly research relevant designer brands, emerging silhouettes, fabrics and changing customer preferences.
• Understand the lifestyle, aspirations and wardrobe requirements of the Anita Dongre customer.
• Translate market insights into original and relevant collections. 6. Team Collaboration & Mentorship
• Guide junior designers in research, design development, detailing and presentation.
• Encourage creativity while maintaining high design standards.
• Collaborate constructively with the Product Head and cross-functional teams.




• Take responsibility for the quality and timely completion of assigned work. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:
• 6–10 years of relevant design experience with a respected luxury or premium womenswear brand.
• Formal education in Fashion Design from a recognised institution.
• Exceptional aesthetic judgement and a sophisticated understanding of colour, proportion, fabric and silhouette.
• Solid portfolio demonstrating original design work and successfully developed collections.
• Knowledge of Indian textiles, embroidery, craftsmanship and contemporary construction techniques.
• Strong technical understanding of garment construction, draping, pattern making and fittings.
• Ability to interpret international fashion influences while maintaining a distinctive Indian design identity.
• Strong understanding of commercially relevant design.
• High standards of quality, detailing and finishing.
• Curious, self-motivated, collaborative and open to constructive feedback.
• Ability to take ownership and deliver within timelines.
• Proficiency in relevant design software is desirable. WHAT WE VALUE: Originality, Exceptional Taste, Curiosity, Craftsmanship, Attention to Detail & Ownership. We are looking for a designer who is passionate about creating beautiful clothes and who continually challenges themselves to elevate their work. APPLICATION

REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must submit a portfolio highlighting:
• Original design concepts and collections.
• Mood boards and design development.
• Finished garments and product photographs.
• Examples of fabric, colour and surface-development work.
• A clear explanation of their individual contribution to the collections presented. Interested Candidates are requested to share their CVs along with their portfolio at following mail-id: [email protected]

📌 Senior Designer (Mumbai)
🏢 House of Anita Dongre
📍 Mumbai