Technical Patternmaker

Dries Van Noten founded his eponymous brand in Antwerp, Belgium, in 1986. He is widely recognised for his distinctive approach to craft, combining refined tailoring with bold eclecticism. His signature use of print, texture, colour, and silhouette continues to define a style that exists beyond seasonal trends. Today, Dries Van Noten collections are available in stores across Europe, the United States, and Asia, as well as through a global network of wholesale partners, and online. The brand has recently expanded into beauty and fragrance, complementing its ready-to-wear and accessories collections. In December 2024, Julian Klausner was appointed Creative Director. Having worked closely with Dries since 2018, his deep understanding of the house’s identity ensures continuity while opening a new chapter for its future.

Mission

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Patternmaker responsible for translating design intent into accurate, production-ready patterns and technical packages.

This role ensures that garments are developed with precision, consistency, and industrial feasibility, supporting smooth handover to manufacturers and guaranteeing quality, fit, and reproducibility at scale.

Responsibilities

• Highly skilled , accurate and knowledgeable within pattern drawing, cutting, development and fitting of all RTW categories for men and women.
• Translate design sketches, prototypes, or existing patterns into production-ready patterns using both manual techniques and CAD (Lectra).
• Ensure all patterns are optimised for industrial production, efficiency, and consistency.
• Develop and refine base patterns and blocks for scalable use across collections.
• Responsible for creating the technical sheet, material sheet, digital sheet, printed sheet and the sample with explanation for the manufacturer.
• Create and finalise complete technical files for production, including: Technical sheets, Measurement charts / size specifications, Material and construction details and Digital and printed pattern files
• Checking and finalising technical data sheets, including size charts, material data sheets for ateliers and production.
• Actively participate in the fitting sessions and translate changes/updates into patterns and technical specifications.
• Evaluating the correct technical execution and quality of the collection and production and passing on feedback to the production manager or manufacturers.
• Gradations: provide input to manufacturer for graduations and review manufacturer's suggested sizes.
• Launching and evaluating PPS samples and size series where necessary.
• Retouching collection pieces for styling/defilé/showroom.
• Adhere to critical path, to support development of the collection , achieving on time delivery at all stages.

The tasks above are not conclusive and may change according to the needs of the company. A flexible approach towards tasks and responsibilities is always needed.

Profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in high fashion industry
• Excellent knowledge of fitting and patterns
• Excellent knowledge of product finishing, fabrics and materials
• Knowledge of Excel, Knowledge of Lectra
• Motivated team player and communicative
• Flexible and stress resistant, ability to work to a deadline
• Eye for detail, precision oriented
• Problemsolving
• Main language is English, Dutch is an advantage
• Thorough knowledge of tailoring /Flou is a must

Offer

Our company values Authenticity, Respect and Creativity are the pillars of our working culture. As part of our team, you can expect a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are important and encouraged.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a benefits package that includes hospitalization insurance, a group insurance plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers.

You’ll enjoy access to the Dries Van Noten stock sale and benefit from an employee discount. You will be invited to our company gatherings, which are designed to connect, celebrate our team, and strengthen the sense of belonging that defines our culture.