Design Intern

Vandelay Companies•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Vandelay Companies is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Brand Styling Intern to support the continued evolution of team attire and uniform standards across our growing portfolio of hospitality concepts. At Vandelay, we believe great brands are built with intention. Our goal is to inspire the dream of a better life through quality, authenticity, and timeless style, and the way our teams present themselves is an important extension of that vision. Working closely with our Operations team, this intern will help research, source, and develop uniform and wardrobe recommendations that reflect the distinct identity of each Vandelay concept while maintaining a consistent commitment to quality and elevated, timeless style. The focus is not on what is simply fashionable in the moment, but on creating looks that feel considered, enduring, authentic to the brand, and appropriate for exceptional hospitality. This is an ideal opportunity for a Dallas-area student currently pursuing a degree in fashion, fashion merchandising, fashion media, retail merchandising, apparel, styling, or a related field who is interested in gaining hands-on experience at the intersection of fashion, branding, and hospitality.

Requirements

A strong visual eye and appreciation for classic, elevated, and timeless style.
An understanding that exceptional style is rooted in quality, fit, proportion, detail, and authenticity, not simply trends.
Ability to recognize how wardrobe and personal presentation contribute to a broader brand experience.
Curiosity about the intersection of fashion, hospitality, interiors, lifestyle, and brand identity.
Thoughtful approach to sourcing, with an appreciation for craftsmanship, materials, construction, and longevity.
Ability to understand an established brand point of view and contribute creatively within it.
Currently pursuing a degree in fashion, fashion merchandising, fashion media, retail merchandising, apparel, styling, or a related field.
Dallas-area student

Responsibilities

Partner with Operations leadership to evaluate and elevate uniform and attire standards across Vandelay’s restaurant portfolio.
Help translate the identity and aesthetic of each Vandelay concept into thoughtful, cohesive wardrobe recommendations.
Source high-quality apparel, footwear, accessories, and wardrobe pieces that balance timeless style, quality, functionality, and value.
Develop concept-specific looks for front-of-house team members and restaurant leadership.
Create visual lookbooks and styling guides that clearly communicate the intended appearance and point of view of each brand.
Develop shoppable wardrobe resources that make it easy for team members to achieve a polished, consistent look.
Evaluate fabrics, construction, fit, durability, and overall quality when sourcing potential pieces.
Help identify core wardrobe staples that can remain relevant over time rather than relying on short-term fashion trends.
Organize product information, samples, sizing, pricing, vendors, and sourcing options.
Assist with fittings, wear testing, and gathering feedback from restaurant teams.
Consider the realities of restaurant service—including comfort, movement, durability, care, and availability—without compromising the overall aesthetic.
Support seasonal refinements while maintaining consistency with each concept’s established identity.
Collaborate with Operations and other partners to ensure team presentation complements the design, atmosphere, service style, and overall guest experience of each restaurant.