Kate Spade Stylist
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $15–24.25/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 Stylist (Part-Time) at World Trade Center, NYC – Guide customers in discovering their personal style with curated handbags, fashion, and accessories.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating strong product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customers and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand their aesthetic and lifestyle needs
- Provide personalized styling advice and suggest complementary products to create complete looks
- Educate customers on multiple ways to wear products and encourage exploration of new styles aligned with their personal aesthetic
- Guide customers through the purchase decision process and ensure a seamless checkout experience
- Drive sales results through authentic customer connections and compelling brand storytelling
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and accurate POS transactions
- Receive and provide honest, constructive feedback to support continuous improvement
- Develop proficiency in omni-channel and virtual selling techniques while leveraging social media awareness
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a retail environment, preferably in fashion, accessories, or luxury lifestyle retail
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a retail team
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- English language proficiency (or local language proficiency per market)
- Physical capability to lift at least 25 lbs regularly (up to 50 lbs occasionally), climb, bend, kneel, and maneuver the sales floor and stockroom
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a retail environment is required. Experience in fashion, accessories, luxury lifestyle retail, or customer-facing advisory roles is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; no formal education requirement specified. On-the-job training in Kate Spade brand heritage, product knowledge, and styling methodology will be provided.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 15 to USD 24.25 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
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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