- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Maison Margiela
Maison Margiela, a Paris-based fashion house established in 1988 by Belgian designer Martin Margiela, is renowned for its avant-garde approach to fashion. As part of the OTB Group since 2002, Maison Margiela continues to challenge the conventions of modern fashion while preserving its unique identity and heritage. The brand offers a wide array of products including haute couture, ready-to-wear collections for both men and women, footwear, accessories, and fragrances.
The Artisanal Designer contributes to Maison Margiela’s Artisanal Collection, translating creative concepts into innovative garments and silhouettes. Working with the Creative Director and design, fabric, embroidery, and Atelier teams, the role supports research, design development, material innovation, prototypes, fittings, and final presentation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct visual, cultural, historical, and material research to support the seasonal Artisanal narrative.
- Develop innovative design proposals aligned with the Creative Director’s vision and Maison Margiela’s codes.
- Explore new approaches to garment construction, transformation, upcycling, and artisanal craftsmanship.
- Research vintage garments, found objects, archives, and unconventional materials for inspiration and development.
- Propose silhouette, volume, and proportion studies through 2D and 3D experimentation.
- Contribute to seasonal themes, concepts, and creative storytelling.
- Create sketches, photoshops, technical drawings, mock-ups, drapes, and development documents for the Artisanal Collection and special projects.
- Collaborate with Atelier teams to transform concepts into prototypes and final garments.
- Participate in fittings, ensuring creative integrity, construction quality, and consistency with the collection vision.
- Develop and refine construction techniques, surface treatments, embellishments, and handcrafted details.
- Support the development of runway pieces, one-off creations, and special projects.
- Research and develop innovative materials, fabrics, treatments, and artisanal processes.
- Collaborate with textile, embroidery, print, accessories, and development teams to achieve creative objectives.
- Explore sustainable and circular design approaches through material recovery, transformation, and creative reuse.
- Maintain awareness of contemporary artistic, cultural, and fashion movements to inspire innovation.
- Work closely with Creative, Design, Fabrics and Embroideries, Atelier, and Development teams throughout the collection process.
- Contribute to an inspiring, collaborative, and experimental studio environment.
- Share research, ideas, and technical knowledge with colleagues across functions.
- Complete design deliverables on time in line with collection calendars and show deadlines.
Qualifications
- Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Costume Design, or a related discipline.
- Experience within luxury fashion, couture, artisanal product development, or highly creative design environments.
- Strong understanding of garment construction, draping, pattern development, and couture techniques.
- Exceptional research skills and strong conceptual and artistic sensibility.
- Experience working on runway collections and creative development projects.
- Strong knowledge of materials, textile manipulation, embellishment techniques, and artisanal craftsmanship.
- Ability to translate abstract concepts into tangible products and silhouettes.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and industry-standard design tools.
- Fluent English required; French considered a plus.
- Highly creative and culturally aware, with a strong conceptual approach.
- Passion for craftsmanship, experimentation, and innovation.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly creative environment.
Skills
Education
Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Costume Design, or a related discipline.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Maison Margiela fosters a culture of creativity and innovation, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of fashion while maintaining the brand's distinctive identity. The workplace environment is collaborative, with a strong emphasis on professional development and excellence.
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