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Alterations Hand Sewer - Los Angeles, CA

ABOUT MONIQUE LHUILLIER

Established in 1996, the Monique Lhuillier brand has become synonymous with luxury, femininity, allure and unparalleled glamour. The company is one of the leading fashion houses in design, quality, and creativity. With a passion for creating collections that are both feminine and modern, Monique Lhuillier continues to design ready-to-wear, accessories and bridal collections that are luxurious, chic and true to her aesthetic.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

An Alterations Hand Sewer partners with the Atelier Manager and Fitting Supervisor to satisfy client expectations related to hand work sewn onto gowns.

ABOUT YOU

  • 5+ years of experience in an alteration’s environment or in a workroom
  • Ability to maintain professional communication with coworkers
  • Expert knowledge of garment construction/fit
  • Preferred Advanced Technical Skills (Pattern, draping, construction)
  • Experience operating an industrial sewing machine
  • Ability to work on multiple projects, manage time in an efficient way, and effectively implement feedback
  • Availability to work 8-hour days including Saturdays

WHAT YOU’LL DO

This position will also assist the alterations department by sewing, steaming, pressing and finishing merchandise as needed.

  • Work is inclusive of the following:
  • Lace Applique (Cutting and applying)
  • Hand Beading
  • Bridal and Evening Wear Bustles
  • Closures, Buttons, snaps, belts, loops
  • Placement of zippers
  • Replacement of boning
  • Adjustment of delicate fabrics like chiffon and silk tulle

A reasonable estimate of the current hourly rate is $20.00-30.00, annualized from $41,600 - $62,400. The rate of pay offered may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Company Holidays
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Size Guide
READY TO WEAR COLLECTION SIZE CHART
US 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
BUST 32.5"
33.5"
34.5"
35.5"
36.5"
37.5"
39"
40.5"
42"
43.5"
WAIST
24"
25"
26"
27"
28"
29"
30.5"
32"
33.5"
35"
HIPS
35"
36"
37"
38"
39"
40"
41.5"
43"
44.5"
46"
CONVERSION CHART
US UK ITALY FRANCE JAPAN
0 4 30 34 5
2 6 40 36 7
4 6-8 40-42 36-38 7-9
6 8-10  42-44 38-40 9-11
8 12 44 40 11
10 14 46 42 13
12 16 48 44 15
14 18 50 46 17
16 20 52 48 19
18 22 54 50 21

* PLEASE NOTE THAT CONVERSIONS ARE APPROXIMATIONS

SHOE SIZE CHART
US IT UK FR
5 35 2 36
5.5 35.5 2.5 36.5
6 36 3 37
6.5 36.5 3.5 37.5
7 37 4 38
7.5 37.5 4.5 38.5
8 38 5 39
8.5 38.5 5.5 39.5
9 39 6 40
9.5 39.5 6.5 40.5
10 40 7 41
10.5 40.5 7.5 41.5
11 41 8 42
ML MONIQUE LHUILLIER SIZE CHART
US 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
BUST 32.5" 33.5" 34.5" 35.5" 36.5" 38" 39.5" 41" 43"
WAIST 25" 26" 27" 28" 29" 30.5" 32" 33.5" 33.5"
HIP 35" 36" 37" 38" 39" 40.5" 42" 43.5" 45.5"
MONIQUE LHUILLIER X HANKY PANKY SIZE CHART
EXTRA SMALL SMALL MEDIUM LARGE
PANT SIZE 0 - 2 4 - 6 8 - 10 12 - 14
BUST 32" - 33" 34" - 35" 36" - 37" 38" - 40"
WAIST 24" - 25" 26" - 27" 28" - 29" 30" - 33"
HIPS 34" - 35" 36" - 37" 38" - 39" 40" - 43"
 
TRIANGLE BRALETTES EXTRA SMALL SMALL MEDIUM LARGE
BRA SIZE EQUIVALENT 32 A/B 34 A/B 36 A/B 38 A/B
SOFT BRAS EXTRA SMALL SMALL MEDIUM LARGE
BRA SIZE EQUIVALENT 30 A/B - 32 A 32 B/C - 34 A/C 34 C - 36 A/B 36 C - 38 A/B


* PLEASE NOTE THAT ML MONIQUE LHUILLIER IS OUR CONTEMPOARY COLLECTION. SIZING DOES VARY FROM OUR SIGNATURE READY TO WEAR COLLECTION.