This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Couture Seamstress at Miss Sohee. In this role, you will be creating bespoke couture collections and one-of-a-kind gowns for clients and VIPs from around the world. Working with the most luxurious fabrics, each piece requires exceptional craftsmanship and extensive experience. You will be joining a close-knit atelier team, where individual expertise is valued and collaboration is essential to problem-solve and perfect each garment during development. We are searching for a team member with a long-term commitment to the brand and a true passion for couture craftsmanship and with a minimum of ten to fifteen years’ experience of working in a similar Haute Couture Atelier who can confidently perform the key duties and responsibilities required. This is an exciting time to join Miss Sohee, as our luxury West London Atelier has recently expanded to double its size. You will be working hand in hand with our artisan team, contributing to the creation of extraordinary couture pieces while growing alongside the brand.
We highly appreciate individuals who bring initiative, creativity, commitment, and a strong work ethic. The right candidate will be someone who envisions a long-term future with Miss Sohee and is motivated to grow alongside our dedicated core team.
Duties and responsibilities
* Create bespoke couture gowns and collection pieces for private clients and VIPs.
* Handle luxurious fabrics with precision and care, ensuring flawless quality.
* Apply advanced couture techniques such as lace appliqué, embroidery, draping, and moulding of fabrics.
* Collaborate with the atelier team to problem-solve garment development and ensure the highest standards of construction.
* Support fittings with specialized knowledge in corsetry, structural design, garment construction, and precise fit.
* Working closely with the Couture Collection Development Director to manage projects and deadlines.
* Maintain composure, positivity, and professionalism in a dynamic couture environment.
Essential skills and qualifications
* Minimum 10–15 years’ experience working in couture and luxury womenswear.
* Extensive expertise in creating couture eveningwear and bespoke dresses.
* Strong understanding of corsetry, structure, patterns, and garment construction.
* Confidence in working with luxury fabrics such as duchess satin, silk, satin chiffon, organza, crepe, and crepe satin.
* Excellent knowledge of couture techniques, achieving the highest level of precision and finishing.
* Delicate handling of fabrics and meticulous sewing skills.
* Ability to remain calm, hardworking, and positive under pressure.
* Accustomed to working to tight deadlines and being able to multitask across changing priorities.
Hours and environment
Your normal working week will be 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with a 30-minute lunch break. You will be asked to work additional hours paid at the agreed rate of contract. You will be working in a collaborative atelier space with access to free parking dependent on availability.