Women's Fabric Designer – Local Wear

7 hours ago

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan HireOn Full time 1,500,000 - 2,800,000 per year

Location:
Lahore
Company:
Leading Textile Export Company
Recruitment Partner: HireOn

Job Title
Women's Fabric Designer – Local Wear

Reports To
Head of Design / Creative Director

Job Purpose
To design, develop, and execute innovative women's fabric collections for local market trends. The role requires creative expertise, strong aesthetic sense, and prior experience with top Pakistani fashion retail brands to ensure competitive, market-driven collections.

Key Responsibilities
Design & Development

  • Create original prints, embroideries, and fabric designs aligned with seasonal themes and brand identity.
  • Develop collections for prêt, unstitched, and semi-formal categories with a focus on local consumer preferences.
  • Research fabrics, textures, and finishes to introduce fresh ideas while balancing cost and practicality.
  • Coordinate with mills and vendors for sampling, strike-offs, and fabric approvals.

Market & Trend Research

  • Conduct regular trend forecasting through local/international fashion reports, exhibitions, and retail studies.
  • Analyze competitor brands (Ethnic, Lama, Khaadi, etc.) to align collections with market demands.
  • Incorporate cultural inspirations, traditional crafts, and modern silhouettes to stay relevant.

Collaboration & Execution

  • Work closely with the merchandising and product development teams to ensure feasibility of designs.
  • Oversee sample development, quality checks, and fabric performance.
  • Collaborate with marketing team for photoshoots, catalog styling, and campaign themes.

Brand Alignment & Innovation

  • Ensure every collection reflects brand positioning while offering innovation.
  • Suggest new product lines, fusion ideas, and value-add techniques (digital prints, embroideries, appliqué).
  • Maintain a balance between creativity and commercial viability.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong portfolio in women's ethnic and contemporary fashion.
  • Expertise in print design, color palettes, embroidery placements, and fabric development.
  • Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CorelDRAW, etc.).
  • Deep knowledge of Pakistani consumer preferences, fabrics, and price segments.
  • Excellent communication and vendor coordination skills.
  • Creativity, eye for detail, and ability to deliver under deadlines.

Qualification & Experience

  • Bachelor's in Fashion/Textile Design from a recognized institute (e.g., NCA, PIFD, AIFD, etc.).
  • 4–7 years of experience as a women's fabric/fashion designer in reputed local brands (e.g., Ethnic, Lama, Khaadi, Generation, Sapphire, Nishat, Limelight).
  • Strong portfolio of collections developed and launched in local retail market.

Skills: design software (adobe illustrator, photoshop, coreldraw, etc.).,creativity skills,print design, color palettes, embroidery placements, and fabric development.

  • Fashion Designer

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan PONEKI Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    About PonekiPoneki is a women's western wear clothing brand in Pakistan, known fordecent yet stylish designs. We are currently working on ourWinter Collectionand are looking for a part-time fashion designer who can bring creative, trendy, and practical designs tailored for the Pakistani market.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign Winter Collection 2025 ...

  • Eastern Wear Illustrator

    7 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan beBeeFashion Full time 400,000 - 800,000

    Job Title: Fashion IllustratorDescription:We are seeking a highly skilled Fashion Illustrator to join our team. As a Fashion Illustrator, you will be responsible for creating professional design layouts and detailed sketches for production.The ideal candidate will have a strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop, as well as a solid understanding of...

  • Fashion Design

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Info Resume Edge Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    We are looking on behalf of our client for the position of Fashion Designer & Product Associate who will be responsible for overseeing design & sample development for a group of export focused brands for the company. She will work closely with the lead designer to develop professional design files, interpret pricing and design requirements into material and...

  • embroidery digitizer

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Iznik Fashion Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

    Company DescriptionIznik is an ethnic wear brand for women, originating from the founders and pioneers of fabric in Lahore. Known for its fusion of niche style with rich embellishments and pure silk threads, Iznik offers exclusive collections with vibrant palettes and unique designs. Iznik aims to empower modern women by providing classy, chic, and trendy...

  • Content Designer

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan CIRCLE Women Association Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

    Company DescriptionCIRCLE Women is a women-led social enterprise founded in 2018, dedicated to empowering women through digital literacy, financial inclusion, and entrepreneurship. Based in Pakistan, CIRCLE creates growth opportunities for women from diverse backgrounds with over 60% female board members and 80% female team members. Our mission is aligned...

  • Design Lead

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Zuria Dor Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Location:Lahore (On-site)Experience:3–4 yearsYou will primarily focus on leading the creative and technical development of Zuria Dor's ready-to-wear collections, overseeing concept creation, design execution, and cross-department coordination. In addition to managing the design team, you will work closely with product development, production, and styling...

  • embroidery digitizer

    2 weeks ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Iznik Fashion Full time

    3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Iznik FashionAdministration | Office Operations | HR Operations | Manpower Recruitment |Company DescriptionIznik is an ethnic wear brand for women, originating from the founders and pioneers of fabric in Lahore. Known for its fusion of niche style with rich embellishments and pure...

  • Digital khaka maker

    7 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan KROSS KULTURE Full time

    OverviewSenior Fashion Designer @ KrossKulture | Freelance Luxury & Bridalwear Specialist | Trend-Focused Creative Director. Job Opening: Eastern Fashion Sketcher (Adobe Illustrator Specialist). We are looking for a Creative Fashion Sketcher who can bring ideas to life with expertise in Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator. The candidate must have strong...

  • Proposal Engineer Fabrication

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan EV Bikes Full time 1,000,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    We are looking for a Technical Proposal Engineer for a renowned engineering firm in Lahore. Are you passionate about steel fabrication and skilled in creating competitive technical proposals? This role requires 2+ years of hands-on experience in estimating and preparing bids for pressure vessels, storage tanks, LPG equipment, structural steel, and cable...

  • Branch Manager

    4 days ago

    Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Ismail's Clothing Full time 104,000 - 130,878 per year

    Company DescriptionIsmail's Clothing is a multi-brand urban clothing chain in Pakistan, offering quality apparel for men, women, and children. Our brands include Riverland, focusing on formal wear for men; Urban Studio, offering casual western wear for men and women; and Urban Junior, specializing in kids' wear. We are committed to providing high-quality...