Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Location
- ClintonConnecticutUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 5, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.
Kate Spade New York hiring Sales Associate in Clinton, Connecticut. Drive luxury fashion sales with styling expertise and customer-focused service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge
- Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand personal style preferences
- Provide styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks that align with customer aesthetics
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout experiences
- Drive sales through strong customer connections, storytelling, and deep brand knowledge
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS transactions
- Demonstrate social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a retail environment
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
- Flexibility to work varied schedules including nights, weekends, and peak retail periods
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. regularly (up to 50 lbs. occasionally) and maneuver sales floor and stockroom
- English proficiency
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail or luxury retail environment preferred. Demonstrated success in customer-facing roles with ability to build rapport and drive sales results.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Clinton, Connecticut, USA, with easy access to Hartford.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.50 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity and maternity leave, commuter benefits, disability insurance, tuition assistance.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.
About Cerulean
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