Styling Manager

Hey, we're Ardene!

We're the ultimate destination in North America and beyond for head-to-toe apparel, footwear, and accessories - all at the best prices. In 1982, we started as an accessories and jewelry retailer. Today, we're on a whole new level, with 250+ stores in Canada, the USA and internationally – not to mention ardene.com and our app!

We believe that fashion shouldn’t be exclusive or intimidating – it should be celebrated with youthful confidence and fearless enthusiasm. Our journey is ongoing in this new era of retail, as we focus more than ever before on customer experience and sustainable practices.

We also take employee wellbeing and personal growth to heart. Our teams focus on driving initiatives in the area of mental health, diversity & inclusion, engagement and recognition. This includes our many mindfulness programs too, so our teams can create meaningful connections, lead with intention and kindness, and be their best selves at work and in their lives.

Want to learn more about Life at Ardene? Check out our careers site for the latest updates & read one-on-one personal interviews with team members from across Ardene.

https://ardenecorporate.com/life-at-ardene

WHO YOU ARE:

The Styling Manager will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Mentor and lead a team of Stylists and Styling Coordinators.
• Oversee daily workflow, scheduling, delegation, and performance development.
• Conduct regular styling alignment meetings to ensure brand standards are consistently applied.
• Present styling direction and campaign concepts to key stakeholders.
• Develop seasonal styling direction and monthly trend decks to guide cross-functional teams.
• Maintain, evolve, and enforce brand styling guidelines across all channels.
• Curate and select accessories, footwear, and handbags for all E-commerce and campaign shoots.
• Review and approve mannequin looks sent to stores prior to each launch
• Lead styling preparation for all content, marketing, and social shoots; oversee or supervise preparation for live-shopping and E-commerce shoots.
• Troubleshoot styling challenges and maintain high-quality standards throughout the year.
• Work closely with the Creative Director and Producer and stylist on shoot concepts, planning, and execution.
• Collaborate with Apparel, Footwear, Accessories, Design, and Buying teams to ensure all samples are available, organized, and prepared within deadlines.
• Work with departments and Stylist so assortments and styles remain on-brand, relevant, and trend-forward for our customers.
• Lead post-mortem meetings with Design, Fit, and Footwear teams to provide fit, quality, and styling feedback.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• 3-5+ years of professional styling manager experience in retail, fashion, E-commerce, or editorial environments.
• Proven experience leading or mentoring stylists or styling teams.
• Strong understanding of workflows for campaigns and E-commerce shoots.
• Excellent knowledge of current trends, styling techniques, and fashion market dynamics.
• Experience collaborating with Design, Buying, Merchandising, and Creative teams.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Post-secondary education in Fashion Styling, Fashion Communication, Fashion Design, or related field (an asset).
• Available to work 5 days in the office per week in Laval.

GROW WITH US!

We’re pretty proud to say that everything we do starts with our people – whether it’s in-store or at the head office. From sales associates and store leadership; dedicated in-house apparel and design teams; marketing, brand, and digital experts; stylists, photographers, and graphic designers; all the way to store concept and operations. We do it all. Ardene is truly a creative hub that is second to none.

Be part of a fun, dynamic and energetic team! Join our team and begin your career at one of North America’s top retail chains!