Rose Jones
About Rose Jones
Rose Jones is the Design Director at TOMS in Greater Los Angeles Area, with over 20 years of experience in the footwear design industry, having previously worked at Clarks, Deckers Brands, Nine West Group, Cole Haan, GBMI, Dune, and Red or Dead.
Title at TOMS
Rose Jones currently holds the position of Design Director at TOMS. Based in the Greater Los Angeles Area, she leads the design team in the creation of innovative and sustainable footwear collections. Her work focuses on developing eco-friendly and vegan footwear lines, demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical fashion.
Background in Footwear Design
Rose Jones has over 20 years of experience in the footwear design industry. She has held significant roles at prominent companies including Clarks, Deckers Brands, Nine West Group, Cole Haan, GBMI, Dune, and Red or Dead. Her extensive background highlights her expertise in both high-end and mass-market footwear design across US and UK markets.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Rose Jones served as Head of Women's Design at Clarks, where she worked from 2011 to 2013 in Street, Somerset, England. She was also the Womens Footwear Designer at Deckers Brands, focusing on UGG's product line between 2009 and 2011 in Santa Barbara, California. Her tenure at Nine West Group as Senior Design Director spanned five years from 2005 to 2010, based in New York. Earlier, she worked at Cole Haan and GBMI in design leadership roles, each contributing significantly to women's footwear collections.
Education and Expertise
Rose Jones studied at De Montfort University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Footwear Design and an Associate’s Degree in Design and Applied Arts. Her education provided a strong foundation in creative design and fashion forecasting, skills she has continually applied throughout her career. Additionally, she served as a Senior Lecturer in Design and Fashion Forecasting at De Montfort University, guiding BA and MA students in footwear design.
Mentoring and Professional Growth
Throughout her career, Rose Jones has been dedicated to mentoring junior designers, contributing to their professional development and growth. Her experience spans from leading major design teams to guiding individual designers, fostering a collaborative and educational environment within the companies she has worked. This mentorship role is a testament to her leadership skills and commitment to the future of footwear design.