From our origins in New York in 2002, rag & bone was founded on a belief of uncompromising ideals: a commitment to doing things the right way, not the easy way. To making things that are as original as they are timeless. To being true to ourselves, even when that truth sets us apart from the mainstream.
We still believe in the same principles we started with: the easy elegance of classic British tailoring, the authenticity of American workwear, and the originality of our home city, New York. As New Yorkers, community and authenticity have become synonymous with our brand. An inclusive environment at rag & bone upholds our original values by encouraging employee connection and empowering each individual to have a voice on policy, process, and collaboration for a more equitable future.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and creatively driven Men’s Design Assistant to support the Men’s White Label design team. This entry-level role is ideal for a design-forward thinker early in their career who is excited by product creation, visual storytelling, and the fast-paced design environment. The White Label Design Assistant will collaborate closely with the design team to bring concepts to life across cut-and-sewn knits, wovens, and denim, supporting the process from ideation through production while maintaining brand consistency and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Men’s White Label design team throughout the seasonal design process
- Contribute to seasonal concepting through trend research, market analysis, and competitive shopping
- Create and update technical sketches and flats using Adobe Illustrator
- Utilize AI-driven fashion design and rendering tools (e.g., Blackberry, Bowser) to support visualization and creative exploration
- Assist with fabric, trim, and color organization, maintaining physical and digital design libraries
- Prepare polished design decks and presentations for internal reviews
- Support fittings by taking detailed notes, tracking feedback, and updating design revisions
- Collaborate with product development and technical teams to ensure design intent is clearly communicated
- Maintain organization of samples, design files, and seasonal archives
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field
- 0–2 years of experience (internships and entry-level experience welcomed)
- Strong interest in men’s fashion (from vintage to high-end fashion)
- Foundational understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and fit
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Photoshop
- Ability to multitask, take direction, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Curious, proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow creatively
- Strong visual sensibility and creative problem-solving skills
- Interest in AI-assisted design tools and emerging fashion technology
- Passion for trend research, product storytelling, and design innovation
rag & bone is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. No employee or applicant is discriminated against because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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What We Do
Interested in joining one of the most dynamic fashion brands in the world? To view and apply to all headquarter and retail jobs at rag & bone, please visit our website and careers page: http://www.rag-bone.com/careers From its origins in New York in 2002, rag & bone instantaneously distinguished itself by combining British heritage with directional, modern design. Today, the brand has become synonymous with innately wearable clothing that innovatively melds classic tailoring with an edgy yet understated New York aesthetic. Inspired by a desire to create beautifully constructed clothes, rag & bone prides itself in the time-honored techniques of supremely skilled, local manufacturers at some of the oldest factories in the country. The importance of quality, expert craftsmanship and attention to detail resonated deeply, informing the brand’s core philosophy. With a downtown sensibility, signature clean silhouettes and an inherent integrity, rag & bone continuously redefines urban style. In 2007, rag & bone won the Swarovski Award for emerging talent in Menswear and in 2010, the brand was bestowed the industry’s most prestigious honor when named Menswear Designer of the Year by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). rag & bone offers a full range of men’s and women’s ready to wear, /JEAN, Standard Issue, footwear and accessories collections. rag & bone operates 35 stores worldwide, ten of which are in New York City. Stores are also located in Washington, D.C.; Boston, Massachusetts; Dallas, Texas; Los Angeles, California; Greenwich, Connecticut; Aspen, Colorado; and Bal Harbour, Florida. International stores are located in London, UK; Tokyo, Japan; Bangkok, Thailand; Taipei, Taiwan and Hong Kong. rag & bone is also available in boutiques and department stores in over 53 countries worldwide.
