Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Location
- SimpsonvilleKentuckyUSA
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–19.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 29, 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 Temporary Style Advisor in Simpsonville, Kentucky. Part-time retail role, $15–$19.50/hr, benefits included.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and pose insightful follow-up questions to understand customer preferences and lifestyle needs
- Provide bespoke styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete coordinated looks
- Use creativity to showcase multiple styling applications and encourage customers to explore new aesthetic directions
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections and brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence, including stockroom organization, inventory management, and POS transactions
- Demonstrate proficiency with omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Work collaboratively with team members and provide constructive feedback
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail environment, preferably in fashion, accessories, or luxury goods
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced team setting
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak retail periods including holidays
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and navigate the sales floor and stockroom
- English proficiency or local market language fluency
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Candidates with background in fashion retail, luxury goods, or customer-facing sales roles are preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; no formal educational requirement specified.
Workplace
This position is based in Simpsonville, Kentucky, USA, within easy reach of Louisville.
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, and 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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