Christian Dior Senior Pattern Maker
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Christian Dior Couture seeks Senior Pattern Maker for women's ready-to-wear production in Paris. Hybrid, permanent role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Construct and refine pattern pieces based on artistic sketches and design briefs from the studio
- Collaborate closely with lead seamstresses, designers, cutters, and CAD/CAM pattern specialists
- Interpret and create garment volumes on wooden dress forms
- Develop and finalize toiles in preparation for pattern grading by the CAD/CAM department
- Oversee assembly guidance and montage with the team of lead seamstresses across all fabric types
- Monitor and optimize the final finish, proposing technical solutions to enhance feasibility and quality
- Participate in fittings and adjustments throughout the production cycle
- Ensure adherence to quality, cutting, and finishing standards specific to Christian Dior Couture
- Transmit technical expertise through mentorship of apprentices, new team members, and junior seamstresses
- Respect production timelines established by workshop supervisors
Qualifications
- CAP, BEP, or Baccalauréat professionnel in Fashion Métiers, Modelisme, or Patronage
- Minimum 8–10 years of verified experience in pattern making and garment construction within a comparable luxury environment
- Advanced expertise in fabric knowledge, textile properties, and behavior
- Mastery of industrial construction and assembly techniques
- Exceptional precision, attention to detail, and ability to execute complex patronage
- Fluent French language proficiency
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of documented experience as a pattern maker or senior garment technician in luxury ready-to-wear production, particularly in women's wear categories such as tailoring and draped silhouettes. Demonstrated mastery of both soft tailoring and structured construction techniques.
Education
CAP, BEP, or Baccalauréat professionnel in Fashion Métiers, Modelisme, or Patronage
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
About Cerulean
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