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How much does a Director of Apparel make in the United States? The average Director of Apparel salary in the United States is $191,100 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $159,900 and $221,500. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Director of Apparel Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Director of Apparel Salary $131,494 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Apparel Salary $159,900 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Apparel Salary $191,100 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Apparel Salary $221,500 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Apparel Salary $249,178 US March 26, 2024
25% $159,900 10% $131,494 90% $249,178 75% $221,500 $191,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Director of Apparel ensures consistent brand management across the organization. Leads the implementation of the fashion design strategy for an organization. Being a Director of Apparel promotes excellence in design thinking and creative strategy for products. Oversees the planning, implementation, and analysis of fashion design campaigns, and ensures campaigns are aligned with established branding guidelines. In addition, Director of Apparel conducts market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation. Stays current on future trends and maintains expert knowledge in design and production techniques. Mentors and develops a team of fashion designers. Requires a bachelor's degree in apparel/fashion design or related field. Typically reports to senior management. The Director of Apparel manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Working as a Director of Apparel typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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