Mid-Level

Clothier

The wardrobe specialist — selling and advising on men's clothing with expertise in fit, style, and quality.

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Enterprisingleading, persuading
Conventionalorganizing, detail-oriented
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Job markets for Clothiers
Employment concentration · ~393 areas
Based on employment in related occupations
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BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
What it's like

What it's like to be a Clothier

As a Clothier, you specialize in men's clothing sales with an emphasis on expertise and personalized service. You might work in a men's specialty store, department store men's department, or custom clothing establishment. The role combines product knowledge, style consultation, and relationship building.

Your day involves working with customers on their clothing needs. A professional might need suits for a new job; you help select appropriate styles, ensure proper fit, and coordinate accessories. You build wardrobes over time, becoming a trusted advisor for customers' clothing needs. The consultative approach differentiates this from basic retail.

The challenge is developing the expertise and relationships that justify premium service. Customers paying more expect more — knowledge of fabrics, understanding of fit, awareness of trends, and genuine personal attention. Building a clientele who trust your judgment takes time but creates sustainable business.

RelationshipsAbove avg
SupportModerate
AchievementLower
IndependenceLower
RecognitionLower
Working ConditionsLower
O*NET Work Values survey
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Store typePrice pointCustom vs ready-to-wearClient typeCommission structure
Clothier roles vary by store positioning. High-end stores expect deeper expertise and longer customer relationships. Custom tailoring environments have different skills than ready-to-wear. Client base ranges from young professionals to established executives. Commission structures vary from none to significant.
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Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.

$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Clothiers (SOC 41-2031.00), not just this title · BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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Product expertise
Deep knowledge of fabrics, construction, fit
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Style consultation
Advising customers effectively
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Clienteling
Building relationships that generate repeat business
What's the store's positioning and price point?
What product training is provided?
How is commission or incentive structured?
What's the typical customer relationship?
What advancement opportunities exist?
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The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$26K–$48K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
3.8M
U.S. Employment
-0.5%
10yr Growth
556K
Annual Openings

How this category is changing

$64K$61K$58K$55K$52K201920202021202220232024$52K$64K
BLS OEWS May 2024 · BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

PersuasionSpeakingActive ListeningService OrientationNegotiationSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingWritingTime ManagementMonitoring
O*NET OnLine · Bureau of Labor Statistics
41-2031.00

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) · BLS Employment Projections · O*NET OnLine
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