Design Director, Men’s White Label

Rag & Bone • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

rag & bone is seeking a Design Director to lead Men’s 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. At rag & bone, we are grounded in the belief that great design comes from authenticity, craftsmanship, and a clear point of view. This role is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within the men’s design team, bringing the White Label vision to life and shaping the future of a modern, New York-based wardrobe.

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

Nice To Haves

• 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 White Label Design Execution
• Drive seasonal design direction for Men’s 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

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Clothing Allowance
• Generous Employee Discount
• Paid Parental Leave
• Membership to Calm and access to other wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees