Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Location
- FarmingtonConnecticutUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 21, 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 Style Advisor in Farmington, CT. Part-time retail role offering product styling and customer engagement at Westfarms.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customer needs and provide personalized styling advice that incorporates products into existing wardrobes
- Create complete looks and suggest complementary add-ons to enhance customer selections
- Showcase multiple styling possibilities and encourage customers to explore new interpretations of products
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure smooth point-of-sale transactions
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, merchandising, and sales floor presentation
- Reinforce customer choices and foster return visits through exceptional service and brand celebration
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior retail experience required
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize in a collaborative team environment
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and maneuver sales floor and stockroom environments
- Flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak retail periods
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Candidates should demonstrate professional selling skills and the ability to build customer relationships through insightful product knowledge and styling consultation.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Workplace
This position is based in Farmington, Connecticut, USA, within easy reach of 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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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