Tailor

Overview

Chanel is an iconic French maison renowned for haute couture, ready‑to‑wear, accessories and artisanal excellence. As an independent luxury house, Chanel combines deep heritage with a global retail and atelier network, placing exceptional craftsmanship and client service at the center of its operations.

Role & Responsibilities

• Execute precise alterations and bespoke tailoring for ready‑to‑wear and couture garments, including complex structural modifications and re‑construction work.
• Conduct client measurements and fittings; advise clients on fit solutions and document alteration instructions and timelines.
• Perform high‑quality hand‑sewing and machine‑sewing operations (finishing, hems, linings, buttonholes, zippers) consistent with couture standards.
• Repair, restore and reinforce luxury fabrics and components (silk, tweed, wool, leather) while preserving garment integrity and provenance.
• Collaborate closely with boutique sales teams and the atelier to prioritise deadlines, manage client expectations and ensure on‑time delivery.
• Undertake quality control on completed work, ensuring finishes meet Chanel’s aesthetic and technical specifications.
• Maintain tailoring work area and equipment; perform routine maintenance and manage supplies inventory.
• Uphold strict client confidentiality and deliver discreet, client‑centric service at all times.

Qualifications

• Vocational diploma in tailoring, fashion technology or equivalent apprenticeship; equivalent professional experience accepted.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in tailoring, luxury alterations or couture ateliers, with demonstrable work on high‑end garments.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, pattern alteration and couture finishing techniques.
• Proven proficiency in hand‑sewing and use of industrial/domestic sewing machines and overlockers.
• Experience handling delicate and structured luxury fabrics (silk, tweed, leather) and complex trims.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and a client‑facing, professional demeanor.

Skills

Experience

Minimum 3+ years of professional tailoring experience within luxury ready‑to‑wear, couture or bespoke alteration environments, with a portfolio of complex alterations and fine‑fabric work.

Education

Vocational diploma in tailoring, fashion technology or completion of a recognised tailoring apprenticeship; equivalent practical experience accepted.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a culture of meticulous craftsmanship and understated elegance; ateliers and boutiques work closely to preserve artisanal techniques while delivering personalised client service. The workplace values discretion, technical mastery and continuous development of craft skills within a collaborative, service‑oriented environment.