Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Location
- New OrleansLouisianaUSA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 12, 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 seeks a Part-Time Style Advisor in New Orleans to deliver expert styling guidance and drive sales through exceptional customer engagement.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and lifestyle preferences
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Showcase multiple ways to wear and style products, encouraging customers to explore new aesthetic directions
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless, positive checkout experience
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Demonstrate strong proficiency in omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Give and receive feedback in a constructive, honest manner to support continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Prior retail experience in a customer-facing environment
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Strong product knowledge and ability to articulate brand heritage and product attributes
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and collaborate effectively within a team structure
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and navigate sales floor and stockroom
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Candidates should demonstrate professional selling skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a demonstrated capacity to build customer relationships.
Education
No formal education requirement specified; English proficiency (or equivalent local language proficiency) is required.
Workplace
The role is situated in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 19.25 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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