Loro Piana Junior Knitwear Designer

Loro Piana, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled quality in textiles. As part of the esteemed LVMH conglomerate, Loro Piana offers a dynamic and innovative work environment, fostering creativity and excellence in every aspect of its operations.

1. Collaborate in material research, focusing on fibers, yarns, and colors, in conjunction with internal and external manufacturers and the Knit Material team.
2. Contribute to technical research, including stitches, techniques, patterns, and embellishments, in collaboration with the Knitwear Product and Technical team.
3. Participate in extensive iconographic, vintage, and product research to develop collection concepts aligned with company design and product directions.
4. Assist in the creation of team communication tools, including boards, digital files, and presentations using InDesign and PowerPoint.
5. Organize and set up knitwear meetings and presentations in collaboration with coordination teams and various departments.
6. Attend studio photo-shoots to support design, merchandising, and visual teams.
7. Participate in bi-annual design hand-sketch developments with the knit design team.
8. Collaborate in pattern and texture design, utilizing hand-machines and digital tools for precise factory handling.
9. Contribute to designing technical digital sketches for knitwear collections during sales campaigns.
10. Support collection development within company timeframes, working closely with knitwear product and technical teams.
11. Prepare technical specifications for each style, ensuring precise design directions and requirements are conveyed.
12. Attend fittings with design and product teams to achieve intended objectives during proto-phase, edit-phase, and sample-phase.
13. Update team communication tools and follow up on daily collection progress.
14. Contribute to weekly knitwear updates and seasonal archival work.

1. Master’s degree in Knitwear Design, with a focus on Women's and/or Men's fashion.
2. At least 1 year of experience in a knitwear designer position within a fashion house.
3. Fluent in Italian, with English proficiency considered an advantage.

1. High sensitivity and curiosity for Loro Piana products and materials.
2. Strong organizational skills and a confirmed team player.
3. Open-minded attitude with a keen interest in learning new methods, techniques, and design areas.
4. Flexibility and adaptability to new contexts.
5. Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

At least 1 year in a previous knitwear designer position within a fashion house.

Master’s degree in Knitwear Design.

Loro Piana offers a stimulating work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development within the luxury fashion sector.

Loro Piana fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging creativity and collaboration among its employees. As part of the LVMH group, the brand provides a supportive environment that values craftsmanship and quality.