Freelance Fashion Designer (Speculative)Full-timeJob DescriptionAt COS, we believe in the power of creative collaboration and the art of timeless design. We are always eager to connect with freelance fashion designers who share our passion for modernity, functional elegance, and innovative craftsmanship. If you are driven to create garments that inspire—pieces that blend sophistication with practicality and elevate everyday wear—we would love to hear your story. We warmly welcome speculative applications from designers who dream of shaping the future of fashion alongside us.As a freelance partner, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to concept development, push boundaries through design exploration, refine products, and infuse our collections with your unique vision.We are keen to connect with talented designers at all stages of their careers, but we are especially interested in meeting accomplished senior creatives, design managers, and heads of design across every product category, including menswear, womenswear, and accessories. If you’re ready to make your mark and bring fresh perspectives to COS, reach out and let’s create something remarkable together.What We’re Looking ForWe’re particularly interested in hearing from designers who can demonstrate:A strong aesthetic aligned with the COS design philosophyModern, brand relevant, effortless designSilhouette driven designs and innovative constructionA depth or understanding for fabric, technique, and thoughtful detailProven design experience within womenswear, menswear, or accessoriesExperience in contemporary, premium, or luxury fashion marketsStrong ability to interpret brand DNA into commercially relevant designExcellent portfolio that showcases:– Concept developmentResearch and mood explorationTechnical sketches and garment detailsFinal product or collection outcomesExploration of materials, textures, and sustainable design approachStrong technical and creative capabilitiesConfident hand and digital sketchingUnderstanding of pattern cutting and garment constructionAbility to work with 3D and AI design toolsCollaborative approach & professional communicationAbility to work to briefs, timelines, and feedbackExperience working with product development teams or manufacturersStrong organisational and self-management skills throughout the collection process, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, including during remote working.Flexibility in managing workflow schedules to ensure efficient collaboration with the in-house team.How to ApplyIf you’re interested in being considered for upcoming freelance opportunities, please uploadYour CVPortfolio or PDF of recent work(or link to online portfolio)A short introductionoutlining your design focus and availabilityPlease note that all freelance roles require spending a significant amount of time working from our beautiful, art-deco inspired office and atelier in central London. Regular commuting to London is therefore essential for anyone considering a freelance position with us.By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyJob LocationGoogle Maps requires functional cookies to be enabledI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice
