Fashion Jobs in California
Fashion jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in apparel design, retail merchandising, styling, and production across a market that runs from mass-market to luxury. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the primary hiring hubs, with longtime employers such as Gap Inc., Levi Strauss, and Forever 21 maintaining significant California operations. The strongest demand is for technical designers, merchandisers, and fashion marketing specialists at every level from junior coordinator to creative director. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Fashion Advisor, South Coast Plaza
At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience, and potential you could bring to CHANEL.
About the role:
We are looking for a Fashion Advisor with a passion for client service and an expertise in fashion. The Fashion Advisor will play a crucial role of consistently providing a superior level of service to clients, while increasing client conversion and retention, to drive business revenue, and inspire brand loyalty. The Fashion Advisor will work alongside a diverse sales team, and report to the Boutique’s leadership.
What impact you can create at CHANEL:
- Lead the development of new customers, converting walk-in traffic to clients and brand ambassadors by creating energy, excitement and desire around the product and brand
- Optimize the client experience through providing clients with prompt, professional, warm and courteous service
- Build genuine relationships with clients through thoughtful and consistent outreach
- Demonstrate a can-do attitude in every situation to constantly raise the level of service provided and consistently exceed client expectations
- Take in repairs and maintain consistent follow up with clients regarding repairs and alterations
You are energized by:
- The history and heritage of The House of CHANEL
- Being truly service minded
- Utilizing your fashion expertise to inspire others
- Building collaborative partnerships and relationships in a team-focused environment
- Fostering a meaningful client experience centered around inclusion and connection
- Appreciation for art, beauty, and luxury
What you will bring to the team:
- Ability to thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively
- Understanding of, and passion for client experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Foreign language skills are preferred but not required
- Passion for the House of CHANEL, its history, product offerings, and commitment to social and cultural initiatives
- Curiosity and desire to learn and grow professionally within the world of CHANEL
Position Logistics:
- Minimum 3 years of related experience
- Minimum High School Diploma
- Ability to lift 15 lbs.
- A flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends, and some holidays
What skills you will learn:
- Exposure to multiple boutique business functions and categories
- Growth in additional business and functional areas of the retail business
- Opportunity to collaborate and succeed as a team with colleagues and cross-functionally
- Further grow and develop your skill set with thoughtful career development workshops and self-directed learning modules
Compensation:
- The anticipated hourly rate range for this position is $27.70 through $34.00. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other components may/will include additional compensation, benefits, and perks.
Benefits and Perks:
- Flexibility (flexible time and hybrid work options)
- Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (2-week August Office Closure and Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund
- Family and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, Milk Stork, and Care.com Membership)
- Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days
- 401K, pension, and other incentives
- Robust healthcare offerings; medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE (virtual care), One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account and Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking
Additional Information:
CHANEL is a private company whose values are grounded in creating the conditions for people to perform at their best and feel fulfilled and confident in their work. We offer a unique work environment where individuals are encouraged to better understand the brand, the business, and motivations, so that together we can unlock the possibilities of growth. This is reflected in:
Diversity and Inclusion:
- At CHANEL, we are intentional in promoting Diversity & Inclusion. We foster respect, empathy, and dignity for all. We believe strongly that the diversity of our people across the full spectrum of human differences is essential to our organisation and the connections we have with each other and our clients.
- We offer Employee Resource Groups in the US that are voluntary, open to all, employee-led groups formed around a shared identity or lived experience, whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community aligned with the values and missions of the communities they support.
CHANEL Community:
- CHANEL Community empowers our employees to channel their passions, talents, and sense of purpose to contribute to and learn from our communities.
- Employees are encouraged to take time off annually to volunteer through CHANEL Community. CHANEL also matches employee donations to select charitable organizations.
Sustainability:
- CHANEL Mission 1.5° is our climate action plan. It is focused on transforming the business in line with the ambitions of the Paris Agreement on climate change to limit the average global mean temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels.
- Employees are encouraged to contribute to our US Sustainability efforts at the corporate level and within the divisions, through organized taskforces and initiatives.
Arts and Culture:
- We are committed to extending our legacy of cultural engagement. Global support includes the CHANEL Culture Fund, which supports a select group of leading art culture institutions across the globe, and the CHANEL Next Prize for the next generation of creative talent. US support currently includes Annual sponsorship of the MoMA film program, Tribeca Film Festival programs and Through Her Lens, Support of the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women and Sponsorship of the BAAND Together Dance Festival at Lincoln Center.
Fondation CHANEL:
- Since 2011, Fondation CHANEL’s mission is for women and girls to be free to shape their own destiny. Through multi-year partnerships with financial and technical support, Fondation CHANEL is committed to improving the safety and autonomy of women and adolescent girls around the world, impacting over a million women and girls in its first 10 years.
- For more information, please navigate to the Fondation CHANEL website here
Career and Leadership Development:
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We have dedicated in-house teams focused on supporting the onboarding of employees, developing leadership skills via custom programs like Imagine CHANEL People, Heart of Leadership and group and individual coaching, and blended online and live classes offered on our Bloom platform and by skilled trainers, such as Shape Your Career, to develop career building skills.
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CHANEL, Inc. benefits and perks are dependent on eligibility and subject to modification by CHANEL at any time.
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Fashion Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Fashion Nova19

- CHANEL11

- Springs Window Fashions3

- Faherty Brand1

Top Industries Hiring
- Fashion & Apparel31
- Retail11
- Consumer Goods3
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Technology & Software1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fashion jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in fashion design, merchandising, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and industry-standard tech pack software
- Experience with apparel production processes, fabric sourcing, or garment construction
- Portfolio demonstrating original design work, collections, or merchandising campaigns
- Knowledge of retail buying cycles, trend forecasting, and California consumer markets
- Strong collaboration skills for cross-functional teams in fast-paced creative environments
Fashion Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a fashion professional in California?
California does not require a state-issued license to work in fashion, so the path runs through education and portfolio development. Most employers expect a degree in fashion design, merchandising, or a related creative field from programs at schools such as the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising or California College of the Arts. Building a strong portfolio and gaining hands-on experience through internships at California-based brands or retailers is the most direct route to full-time employment.
Which companies hire fashions in California?
Employers hiring fashions in California right now include Fashion Nova, CHANEL, and Fashion Nova, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of headquartered apparel brands, department store buyers, and specialty retailers means consistent openings at both established companies and emerging labels.
Which California cities have the most fashion jobs?
Beverly Hills, Santa Fe Springs, and San Diego have the most fashion openings in California. Los Angeles dominates because it anchors the state's apparel manufacturing, wholesale, and entertainment-driven styling industries, while San Francisco draws merchandising and corporate fashion roles tied to major retail headquarters based in the Bay Area.
Are there remote fashion jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in desk-based fields, since many fashion roles involve handling samples, visiting production facilities, or working in showrooms. About 0% of fashion openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting a partial shift toward flexible arrangements. Roles in trend forecasting, fashion marketing, e-commerce merchandising, and copywriting are the most likely to offer remote options.
How can I get hired as a fashion professional in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or assistant-level role at a California-based brand, retailer, or design studio. Large employers such as Gap Inc. and department store groups run structured internship programs that often convert to full-time positions. Entry titles like merchandise coordinator, design assistant, or production associate are common starting points. A polished portfolio, even built from academic or personal projects, matters more than work history at this stage and gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to fashion jobs in California?
You can find and apply to fashion jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each one.
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