Assistant Designer, Accessories Job at vineyard vines, Stamford, CT

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  • vineyard vines
  • Stamford, CT

Job Description

Assistant Designer, Accessories

About Us:

vineyard vines is a highly successful, privately held, American clothing and accessory retailer founded in 1998 on Martha's Vineyard by brothers, Shep and Ian Murray. With Shep & Ian still at the helm today, vineyard vines has experienced exponential year over year growth and now operates over 120 retail locations locations including an outlet division, a successful e-commerce business, domestic distribution center, and expanding corporate headquarters. In addition, vineyard vines is carried in major department stores such as Nordstrom and Bloomingdales as well as numerous specialty boutiques across the US.

vineyard vines was founded on a state of mind that Every day should feel this good .

You don't need to be on a beach, by the ocean or on vacation to have Every day should feel this good moments. It's a state of mind that we all experience, and one where everyone is invited. At vineyard vines, we don't live an #EDSFTG life away from our desks - we bring it to work with us, too.

In our stores, at our Harbor Drive headquarters or working remotely, our company culture is fun, encouraging and welcoming to all. We work hard and play harder, and we never take ourselves too seriously. And while we have many company goals, our number one priority is making vineyard vines a great place to work for all employees.

Our team is our family, and we'd never have grown to where we are today without them.

We're committed to building an inclusive team across all channels, departments and stores within our community. We hope you'll join us and see what the smiling pink whale is all about.

Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized, creative, and detail-oriented Accessories Design Assistant to support a designer in the development of Men’s, Women’s, and Kid’s Accessories. This role is ideal for someone with a strong eye for design, excellent technical skills, and a proactive mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the designer in creating original, brand-aligned accessories designs each season, ensuring they reflect trend insights and the brand’s aesthetic.
  • Support the design process for categories such as bags, hats, belts, scarves, shoes, hair accessories, small goods, socks, and gifting items.
  • Prepare sketches, material selections, color palettes, and trim options for review.
  • Help create and maintain concept boards, design presentations, and trend research portals.
  • Assist in sourcing and developing new materials, silhouettes, and graphic elements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising and Production, to ensure smooth development and execution of designs.
  • Create detailed technical flats and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
  • Prepare and update tech packs in the PLM system (Centric).
  • Participate in design review meetings, making adjustments as needed.
  • Manage daily follow-ups with internal teams and external partners.

What You Bring:

  • 1-2 years of experience in accessories design.
  • A strong design aesthetic and deep understanding of fashion trends, particularly in accessories.
  • Knowledge of accessories construction, materials, and functionality.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with PLM systems (Centric preferred).
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong time management and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • A positive, team-oriented attitude with great interpersonal skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
  • Passion for accessories design and brand storytelling.

Job Tags

Remote job,

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