Ragbone·1 month ago
1 month ago
Design Director, Men's Denim
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What you'll do
- Lead seasonal design direction for Men’s Denim and some White Label in alignment with the Head of Men’s Design
- Translate overarching brand vision into a clear and differentiated product assortment
- Lead design across denim, including fit, fabric, and wash innovation
- Expand the denim lifestyle into shirting, knitwear, outerwear, accessories, and third pieces
- Build a cohesive wardrobe system rooted in American sportswear, workwear, and denim-first styling
- Oversee the design process from concept through final development
- Partner closely with product development, sourcing, and merchandising to ensure design integrity and execution
- Elevate fabrication, construction, and finishing techniques across categories
- Execute a distinct visual and product language for White Label within the broader men’s strategy
- Ensure consistency across product, styling, and seasonal storytelling
- Lead and develop a growing design team
- Provide clear direction, feedback, and mentorship to drive creative and technical excellence
What they're looking for
- 8–12+ years of men’s design experience, with a strong focus on denim and casual lifestyle
- Proven experience owning a category or leading a business segment within a contemporary or premium brand
- Deep knowledge of denim fabrication, wash development, and garment construction
- Strong ability to translate creative direction into commercially successful product
- Experience working within a larger creative structure while owning execution
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
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Overview
rag & bone is seeking a Design Director to lead Men’s Denim and some of the White Label driving the evolution of our smart casual, denim-led lifestyle and defining a clear, modern point of view for the collection.
Reporting to the Head of Men’s Design, this role is responsible for translating the broader creative vision into a focused, commercially viable product offering. The Design Director will own the development of a cohesive wardrobe anchored in denim, while expanding into a broader expression of the modern uniform.
The ideal candidate brings a strong design perspective, deep expertise in denim and fabrication, and the ability to execute with clarity, discipline, and consistency.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
Why rag & bone
At rag & bone, we are grounded in the belief that great design comes from authenticity, craftsmanship, and a clear point of view. This role is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within the men’s design team, bringing the White Label vision to life and shaping the future of a modern, New York-based wardrobe.
Rules We Live By I Rules You Live By
rag & bone is seeking a Design Director to lead Men’s Denim and some of the White Label driving the evolution of our smart casual, denim-led lifestyle and defining a clear, modern point of view for the collection.
Reporting to the Head of Men’s Design, this role is responsible for translating the broader creative vision into a focused, commercially viable product offering. The Design Director will own the development of a cohesive wardrobe anchored in denim, while expanding into a broader expression of the modern uniform.
The ideal candidate brings a strong design perspective, deep expertise in denim and fabrication, and the ability to execute with clarity, discipline, and consistency.
- Lead Denim Execution
- Drive seasonal design direction for Men’s Denim and some White Label in alignment with the Head of Men’s Design
- Translate overarching brand vision into a clear and differentiated product assortment
- Own Denim & Lifestyle Expansion
- Lead design across denim, including fit, fabric, and wash innovation
- Expand the denim lifestyle into shirting, knitwear, outerwear, accessories, and third pieces
- Build a cohesive wardrobe system rooted in American sportswear, workwear, and denim-first styling
- Product Creation & Development
- Oversee the design process from concept through final development
- Partner closely with product development, sourcing, and merchandising to ensure design integrity and execution
- Elevate fabrication, construction, and finishing techniques across categories
- Support Brand Expression
- Execute a distinct visual and product language for White Label within the broader men’s strategy
- Ensure consistency across product, styling, and seasonal storytelling
- Team Leadership
- Lead and develop a growing design team
- Provide clear direction, feedback, and mentorship to drive creative and technical excellence
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with merchandising to align on category growth and business objectives
- Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to support go-to-market storytelling
- 8–12+ years of men’s design experience, with a strong focus on denim and casual lifestyle
- Proven experience owning a category or leading a business segment within a contemporary or premium brand
- Deep knowledge of denim fabrication, wash development, and garment construction
- Strong ability to translate creative direction into commercially successful product
- Experience working within a larger creative structure while owning execution
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- A designer with a clear, confident point of view, grounded in product
- Someone who understands how to build a denim-led wardrobe system, not just individual pieces
- A leader who can bring focus, discipline, and consistency to a growing category
- A strong executor who thrives within a collaborative, top-down creative structure
At rag & bone, we are grounded in the belief that great design comes from authenticity, craftsmanship, and a clear point of view. This role is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within the men’s design team, bringing the White Label vision to life and shaping the future of a modern, New York-based wardrobe.
Rules We Live By I Rules You Live By
- Be a Good Human - Be original, be authentic. Stand for diversity, equitability & inclusivity.
- Have No Fear - Innovate, solve problems
- Own Every Decision - Work together, get results
- Quality Matters – Not only with product but we see it in our people
- Make S**t Happen - Be disciplined, be competitive
- Paid Time Off
- Clothing Allowance
- Generous Employee Discount
- Paid Parental Leave
- Membership to Calm and access to other wellness benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
- 401k
Company
Ragbone
New York, United States of America
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