Requirements: English
Company: Marielle Stokkelaar B.V.
Vacancy: Fashion Designer (Remote, Europe-Based Preferred)
Company: Marielle Stokkelaar
Location: Remote (with occasional travel within Europe)
Employment Type: Full-Time (1-0.8 FTE negotiable)
About Marielle Stokkelaar
Marielle Stokkelaar is a contemporary womenswear brand focused on timeless elegance, refined minimalism, and exceptional quality. Our collections are designed for confident, modern women and produced in close collaboration with high-quality European suppliers. As an online-first label (270 Thousand Instagram Followers), we operate with a lean, remote team while maintaining a strong presence in international markets.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and especially creative Fashion Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in premium womenswear and a deep understanding of our brands aesthetic. This role requires not only design excellence but also strong interpersonal skills to maintain and grow relationships with our European production partners.
This is a remote-first position, though occasional travel within Europe (to meet with the team or suppliers) is expected.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design and development of seasonal collections in alignment with the brands vision and quality standards.
- Collaborate closely with our European suppliers to co-develop new designs, refine silhouettes, and oversee sampling processes.
- Create detailed drawings, specification sheets, and production-ready documentation.
- Select and source high-quality fabrics and trims, with a focus on sustainability and longevity.
- Ensure fit consistency and garment quality through the prototyping and sampling stages.
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market trends relevant to contemporary luxury womenswear.
- Participate in regular remote team meetings and occasional in-person sessions in Europe.
Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a fashion designer, preferably in the premium or luxury womenswear segment.
- Strong knowledge regarding fabrics and development of fabric.
- Ability to be creative, study the latest fashion trends, and bring the brands collection to the next level.
- Proven ability to co-develop and collaborate directly with suppliers and production partners.
- Strong portfolio showcasing relevant work that aligns with Marielle Stokkelaars aesthetic.
- Proficient in software tools for documentation and drawings
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fully remote environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with European manufacturers and sourcing partners.
- Knowledge of sustainable materials and ethical production practices.
- Background in working with direct-to-consumer (DTC) fashion brands is a plus.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing premium fashion brand with an international customer base.
- Creative autonomy within a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Flexibility to work remotely, with occasional in-person meetings across Europe.
- A role with real impact and ownership of the creative process.
Application Process
Please send the following to email addresses: marielle@mariellestokkelaar.com (CC: frederick.stokkelaar@airbridge.nl)
- A short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience
- Your CV
- A portfolio of recent work (PDF or link) relevant to the role
Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.