Design Director, Men’s Denim

Rag & Bone•New York, NY

43d•$160,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

rag & bone is seeking a Design Director to lead Men’s Denim and some of the White Label driving the evolution of our smart casual, denim-led lifestyle and defining a clear, modern point of view for the collection. Reporting to the Head of Men’s Design, this role is responsible for translating the broader creative vision into a focused, commercially viable product offering. The Design Director will own the development of a cohesive wardrobe anchored in denim, while expanding into a broader expression of the modern uniform. The ideal candidate brings a strong design perspective, deep expertise in denim and fabrication, and the ability to execute with clarity, discipline, and consistency.

Requirements

8–12+ years of men’s design experience, with a strong focus on denim and casual lifestyle.
Proven experience owning a category or leading a business segment within a contemporary or premium brand.
Deep knowledge of denim fabrication, wash development, and garment construction.
Strong ability to translate creative direction into commercially successful product.
Experience working within a larger creative structure while owning execution.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
A designer with a clear, confident point of view, grounded in product.
Someone who understands how to build a denim-led wardrobe system, not just individual pieces.
A leader who can bring focus, discipline, and consistency to a growing category.
A strong executor who thrives within a collaborative, top-down creative structure.

Responsibilities

Lead Denim Execution: Drive seasonal design direction for Men’s Denim and some White Label in alignment with the Head of Men’s Design.
Translate overarching brand vision into a clear and differentiated product assortment.
Own Denim & Lifestyle Expansion: Lead design across denim, including fit, fabric, and wash innovation.
Expand the denim lifestyle into shirting, knitwear, outerwear, accessories, and third pieces.
Build a cohesive wardrobe system rooted in American sportswear, workwear, and denim-first styling.
Product Creation & Development: Oversee the design process from concept through final development.
Partner closely with product development, sourcing, and merchandising to ensure design integrity and execution.
Elevate fabrication, construction, and finishing techniques across categories.
Support Brand Expression: Execute a distinct visual and product language for White Label within the broader men’s strategy.
Ensure consistency across product, styling, and seasonal storytelling.
Team Leadership: Lead and develop a growing design team.
Provide clear direction, feedback, and mentorship to drive creative and technical excellence.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with merchandising to align on category growth and business objectives.
Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to support go-to-market storytelling.