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Alterations Seamstress - Costa Mesa, 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

The Alterations Tailor/Seamtress will be responsible for providing exemplary sewing service in-house at our South Coast Plaza Atelier in Costa Mesa. This includes but not limited to: expectations related to fit, custom modifications, and re-sizing of garments.

ABOUT YOU

  • 5+ years of sewing experience in evening gowns or bridal alterations environment
  • Specialty in handling lace, beadwork, silks and tulle
  • Advanced technical skills (sewing, pattern, draping, construction)
  • Experience operating an industrial sewing machine and industrial pressing iron
  • Expert knowledge of garment construction/fit
  • Ability to maintain professional communication with colleagues
  • Ability to multitask projects and manage time in an in a team environment
  • Availability to work 8+ hour days and be available on nights and weekends in a fast paced environment based on business needs

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Sew garments fitted and assigned by Alterations Manager in a timely manner
  • Handle all aspects of sewing: machine sewing, hand finishing, draping, cutting, bustling, pressing,
  • Accurately measure and mark garments according to Monique Lhuillier Alterations guideline
  • Responsible for starting and completing individually assigned projects
  • Follow and complete alterations instructions provided from an instructions card
  • Capable to customize such as downsizing or upsizing, creating sleeves, creating coverage, etc.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Communicate with fitter and Alterations Manager

NOTE: If chosen to interview, you will be required to perform a fitting and pass a sewing test.

A reasonable estimate of the current hourly rate is $17.00-35.00, annualized from $35,360 - $72,800. 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.