Fitting Tailor

FASHION BOUTIQUEFITTING TAILOR

Each CHANEL creation seals the unique relationship that unites every client with the House.CHANEL&moirepresentsour brand’s commitment toaccompanyour clients over time, offering a suite of bespoke services that provide each creation with lasting care—attending to every detail andhonouringthe memories each piece holds.

At CHANEL,Perfect Fitis a commitment to our unique coutureexpertise, the incomparable quality of our pieces, and the ability to adapt each creation to the individuality of every client whileremainingtrue to the original style of our creations.

By joining the CHANEL Tailoring community, you become both a key contributor and an ambassador of theCHANEL&moipromise for our clients.

CONTEXT & ENVIRONMENT:

As a Fitting Tailor at CHANEL, you areaguardian of the art of thePerfectFit, embodyingthe Maison’scommitment to excellence through everyclientfitting and each of your technical interventions.

You work inclosesynergywith the Fashion Advisors, orchestrating aseamlessfitting experience and creating moments of wonder for every client.

Your role iskeyin bringing theCHANEL&moiReady-to-wear engagement to life, anchored in four fundamental pillars that shape your daily work:Technical Expertise, Client Relationship, Style, and Services. Those pillarsofferunique opportunitiesofdevelopmentandknowledgesharing.

You reportdirectlyto theRTW Sales Manager, whilemaintainingadotted-linecollaboration withtheCHANEL&moiRTW & Ecolede laRetoucheteam in Paris.This dual reporting structure ensures seamless alignment betweenboutiqueobjectivesand technical excellence in alterations.

KEY PARTNERS: 

RTW Sales Manager;Operations Manager;BoutiqueCare&repair;Boutique Director;CHANEL&moiMarketreferent;EuropeCHANEL&moiRTW&Ecole de laRetoucheteam; Tailors’ community

IN THIS METIER, YOU ARE ENERGISED BY:

Tailoring Technical Expertise

• Youpossesstechnicalexpertisespecific to CHANEL Tailoring and ensure that each piece is perfectly fitted, regardless of the garment’s complexity or the client’s body shape, making sure your adjustmentsare invisible and have no impact on the integrity of thegarment.

  
  

• You analyze garment cuts,identifyirregularities, and propose tailored adjustments using the exclusiveexpertisepassed onthrough the École de laRetouche, which supports your professional development throughout your career at CHANEL.

  
  

• You excel in the art of CHANEL Flat Pinning and in theribbon technique, guaranteeing freedom of movement for clients during fittings while offering theman accuratepreview ofthe final result.Your craftsmanship is also expressed through precise measuring, meticulous sewing gestures, mirror work, andcarefulcontrol at every stage.

  
  

• You share and pass on yourexpertiseto boutique teams, apprentices, and new tailors, actively contributing to the understanding and preservation of CHANEL’s tailoring craftsmanship.

  
  

Client Relationship 

• Youaim tobuild a relationship of trust with each client bydemonstratingactive listening, keen observationskills, and constant attention to her needs and to how she perceives her own body shape.Youare able toread non-verbal cues,anticipateexpectations,explain each adjustment with clarity and reassurance,turningeach fitting into a unique moment that fosters client loyalty and recognition.

  
  

• You consistently deliver on the Perfect Fit promise, respecting agreed-upon details andtimelines,youcommunicate proactively with the team to ensure a seamless alteration experience.

  
  

• You work hand in hand with Fashion Advisors to deliver a flawless fitting experience, turning each fittingmomentincludingVICappointmentsor exclusive eventinto a moment ofwonderfor every client.

  
  

Style

• Youpossessa professional tailoring andstylevocabulary andhave a deepknowledgeinthe stylistic codes of the House. Drawing on thisexpertise, you enrich every fitting, transforming each moment into an opportunity toshowcasethe Maison’s heritagecraftsmanshipandPerfect Fit.

  
  

• During clientfittings, in partnership with the Fashion Advisors, youare able toexpress, valorize and preserve theAllure of the collection as a signature of the Maison.

  
  

• You are awarewithcompetitors' latest collections and specific cuts; youare able torecognize "It" pieces to understand clients’ preferences and further valorize CHANEL tailoring differences while respecting their style.

  
  

Services

• You play akeyrole in the Ready-to-Wear experience. Whenever possible, you are present in the RTW area to highlight the importance of tailoring in the Allure journey at CHANEL, especially during collection launches or quieter times in the atelier.

  
  

• You manage end-to-end alterationservicesand tools, working closely with key stakeholders to continuously enhance theCHANEL&moiready-to-wearcommitmentof the House,ensuringamemorableexperiencefortheclients.

  
  

• Your digitalagilityallows you to follow and understand atelier KPI’s, propose and support action plansto improve the activity management. 

  
  

• You proactively manage client fittings, streamline atelier workflows, and partner with boutique teams to guaranteeanultimateclientexperience.

  
  

• You areaTailoring boutique voice, proactively contributing to thecontinuousimprovement of theCHANEL&moiRTW program, providing insights and sharing yourexpertise.

  
  

HOW YOU CREATE AN IMPACT: 

You play a key role in elevating the boutique experience by seamlessly blending technical excellence with a deep sense of client care and style. Through expert alterations and a refined understanding of fit and proportion, you ensure that each piece reflects both the brand’s craftsmanship and the client’s individuality. Your presence during fittings transforms technical precision into a moment of confidence and emotion, reinforcing the client’s connection to the House, turning every fitting into a lasting expression of luxury and personalization.

COMPETENCIES:

Deep understanding of CHANEL’sbrand values

Tailoring technical mastery

Client-centric luxury posture

Relationship building andclearcommunication

Strong organizational skills -autonomy and time prioritization

WHAT CHANEL CAN OFFER YOU:

At Chanel, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness ofeach individualincreases the diversity,complementarityand effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective,experienceand potential you could bring to Chanel.