About: Miss Sohee, founded by South Korean designer Sohee Park, is renowned for its avant-garde vision and exquisite craftsmanship. A graduate of Central Saint Martins, launched the brand in 2020 following the critical success of her BA collection. Her designs blend rich elements of Korean cultural heritage with a modern, imaginative sensibility, creating works that transcend to become expressions of cultural and aesthetic significance.
Miss Sohee is driven by Park’s passion for poetic storytelling through fashion, where each garment serves as a canvas for artistic expression, beauty, and empowerment. At the heart of her work is a reverence for Korean culture, which she reinterprets through a contemporary lens. Drawing on influences from nature, mythology, and fantasy, Park crafts designs that are at once visually arresting and timeless in their elegance.
Miss Sohee is a leading Couture fashion house dedicated to creating emotionally resonant, meticulously crafted garments and accessories. Our collections celebrate artistry, innovation, and a distinct brand identity rooted in modern femininity and refined craftsmanship. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a versatile, highly skilled Assistant Designer to join our creative team in London.
The Assistant Designer will work closely with the Creative Director to support the end-to-end design process across couture, accessories, and potential ready-to-wear collections. This role requires a creative individual with excellent technical and artistic skills—someone who thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment and brings both precision and originality to their work.
Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Designer:
Shadow the Creative Director to understand the brand’s creative direction and seasonal narratives.
Sketch couture garments and evening wear designs by hand and digitally (using iPad/Procreate).
Design embroidery and print motifs using Photoshop and Procreate.
Sketch and develop mock-ups for accessories, including shoes, handbags, and small leather goods.
Oversee the production and development of accessories in collaboration with suppliers and artisans.
Collaborate with the Embroidery Manager to develop innovative embroidery techniques and samples.
Assist in the design development of potential Ready-to-Wear capsules aligned with couture aesthetics.
Source and curate vintage garments and references for research and design inspiration.
Engage in sampling and surface experimentation, contributing to fabric manipulations, finishes, and embellishment techniques.
Actively contribute new ideas and creative concepts to align with and evolve the brand DNA.
Provide direction to design assistants and interns, assigning tasks and overseeing quality and deadlines.
Redesigning the website with a strong editorial direction, ensuring visual storytelling aligns with the brand identity.
What Miss Sohee is looking for…
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
A minimum of 3 years' experience working within a luxury evening wear, accessories, or Haute Couture design team.
Exceptional illustration and drawing skills, both by hand and digitally.
Highly proficient with Procreate (iPad), Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator.
Strong understanding of garment construction, embroidery techniques, and accessories development.
Experience working with luxury suppliers, ateliers, and manufacturers.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Fluent in English
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Capable of overseeing junior team members, assigning responsibilities, and providing clear creative direction.
The right to work in the UK.
Beneficial:
Background in luxury couture, bridal, or evening wear design.
Familiarity with leather goods production and material sourcing, and overseeing production with factories.
Knowledge of vintage fashion, historical references, and embroidery archives.
Korean, Italian, or French language skills are a plus.
Application
Apply with a CV, a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest, and a portfolio, including both hand-drawn and digital sketches.
