Retoucheur/euse

Chanel (Australia) Pty Ltd

Genève, Switzerland
Expert tailoring and draping skills
Understanding of client morphologies
Direct client interaction experience
The retoucher is responsible for ensuring that alterations are made without altering the creative spirit of the garment, adapting each piece to the client's unique morphology while preserving CHANEL's authentic style

Job Summary

  • The retoucher is responsible for ensuring that alterations are made without altering the creative spirit of the garment, adapting each piece to the client's unique morphology while preserving CHANEL's authentic style.
  • This role involves direct client interaction, assisting Sales Advisors and Style Experts in preparing for appointments, accompanying clients during fittings, and ensuring the perfect drape of the garment after alterations.
  • The position requires meticulous execution of complex tailoring and fluid alterations, adherence to CHANEL's standards, and effective collaboration with boutique and atelier teams to deliver an impeccable client experience.

Matching Summary

The retoucher is responsible for ensuring that alterations are made without altering the creative spirit of the garment, adapting each piece to the client's unique morphology while preserving CHANEL's authentic style.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • expert tailoring and draping skills
  • understanding of client morphologies
  • direct client interaction experience
  • knowledge of fashion and materials
  • attention to detail in alterations
  • maintaining creative intent of garments

Nice-to-have

  • team player with service orientation
  • adaptable to change and learning
  • proactive and eager to learn
  • strong organizational skills

Key Requirements

  • Academic training in apparel, fashion design, or couture apprenticeship
  • Minimum 10 years of couture experience
  • Minimum 5 years as a fitting retoucher
  • Prior experience in international fashion house or luxury couture brand is a plus
  • Proficiency in computer tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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