Versace Tailoring Prototype Specialist

Novara Piedmont Italy

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Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Compensation
€28,000–30,000/year
Posted
Sep 25, 2026

About Versace

Versace is an iconic Italian luxury fashion maison known for bold prints, opulent design and a strong presence across couture, ready-to-wear and accessories. As part of the Prada Group, the brand operates a global network of flagship boutiques and wholesale partners and is recognised for its theatrical merchandising, high-touch client service and aspiration-driven retail environments.

This role sits within the Versace Tailoring Atelier in Novara, collaborating closely with the Prima Linea Abbigliamento (First-Line Apparel) team to develop prototypes and sample garments to exacting artisanal standards. The incumbent will execute a full spectrum of tailoring techniques—both hand and machine stitching—across diverse fabrics and construction methodologies, ensuring each piece upholds the house's signature quality benchmarks.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Execute garment construction using varied hand-stitching and machine-sewing techniques across multiple fabric types and fabrication methods
  • Perform specialist tailoring operations necessary for prototype and sample realisation, adhering to stringent brand quality standards
  • Develop prototypes and runway sample garments with meticulous attention to design specification and sartorial excellence

Qualifications

  • Proven expertise in tailoring techniques and fabric knowledge across diverse materials and specialised construction processes
  • Demonstrated precision, manual dexterity, and acute attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a structured atelier environment

Skills

Hand stitching Machine sewing Garment construction Textile knowledge Pattern interpretation Quality assurance Prototype development

Experience

5–7 years of consolidated experience as a tailor, prototype specialist, or sample maker within luxury fashion or comparable artisanal production environments.

Education

No formal educational qualification explicitly required; technical proficiency and hands-on mastery are the primary credentials.

Workplace

This position is based in Novara, Piedmont, Italy, within easy reach of Milan.

The setting Piedmont

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Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 28,000 to EUR 30,000 per annum.

Culture

Versace boutiques emphasise theatrical presentation, elevated client service and fast-paced, results-oriented retailing. The workplace rewards commercial ambition, polished client engagement and collaborative teamwork within a highly curated luxury environment.

About Cerulean

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Frequently Asked Questions

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