Yves Saint Laurent Garment Fitter and Alterations Specialist

Paris • France

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Saint Laurent, a prestigious brand under the Kering Group, has been a trailblazer in the luxury fashion industry since its inception in 1961. Known for pioneering the concept of luxury ready-to-wear with its iconic 'Rive Gauche' line, the brand continues to set trends under the creative leadership of Anthony Vaccarello. Saint Laurent offers a diverse range of luxury products, including women's and men's ready-to-wear, footwear, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Identify necessary alterations and repairs on client garments and communicate conditions to clients.
2. Pin garments and verify dimensions and symmetry during fittings.
3. Recommend alterations to clients.
4. Provide technical advice to sales staff and follow up on sales.
5. Draft alteration sheets.
6. Determine garment delivery timelines.
7. Organize internal or external completion of alterations.
8. Disassemble and assemble garments for alterations.
9. Order supplies and raw materials.
10. Press garments.

1. Significant experience in garment alterations.
2. Experience as a tailor is highly desirable.

1. Ability to visualize client sizing.
2. Proficiency in proposing alteration solutions.
3. Skill in optimizing alteration timelines.
4. Knowledge of measurement techniques in apparel.
5. Understanding of fabric and textile characteristics.
6. Expertise in alteration techniques: assembly, leather sewing, patching.
7. Ambassador of the brand and its values.
8. Passion for fashion and luxury.
9. Proficiency in English is appreciated.
10. Excellent presentation, communication skills, teamwork, service orientation, and persuasion skills.

Significant experience in garment alterations, with retail experience preferred.

Saint Laurent offers a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusivity, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Saint Laurent fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, celebrating differences in gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. This diversity enriches the workplace and enhances the brand's adaptability in a changing world.