Zimmermann: Defining Feminine Australian Style

Bohemian. Feminine. Whimsical.

Australian luxury label began in 1991 with Nicky Zimmermann being the creative mind behind the designs, alongside her sister Simone Zimmermann. Nicky started from creating dresses in her parent’s garage for the Paddington Market, Sydney, snowballing into a global award winning label that is well known to street style and A-listers.

“I could have never achieved what we have without Simone. While the business evolved and fashion has changed, Simone has been a voice of reason and a constant” – Zimmermann Official Website

WHAT MAKES ZIMMERMANN… ZIMMERMANN?

Zimmermann defines their clothing valiant, meaning being brave and courageous when times are hard and all hope seems lost. Noticing that a piece is Zimmermann is simple, look for the bohemian foulard scarf pattern on flowy skirts, blouses and dresses with asymmetrical cuts. Look for pleated and ruffled lace dresses with frayed sleeves and straps. Most importantly, the colour palette. Zimmermann uses soft neutrals with a mix of statement bold colours such as terracotta and marigold.

ZIMMERMANN FALL RTW 2026

Trailblazer was inspired by Australian women in the 1920s who rewrote the rules at a time of great social change. The post-war recovery where women began to gain more rights in the Australian society, such as the first woman elected into the Australian Parliament, Edith Cowan.

Look 5 – Fall RTW 26 Zimmermann

Look 3 – Fall RTW 26 Zimmermann

This collection has many re-occurring pieces and styles throughout. Grey and brown fur stoles and jackets were used that shows a connotation to fur becoming popularised in the 20s. The majority of the looks are made up of layered fabrics, lace and earthy coloured Mary Jane wedges with cable knit socks.

The opening of the collection starts strong with a silk, layered scarved dress with neutral tones and burgundy Mary Janes. This pattern is widely used within this collection as silk asymmetrical skirts and blouses tied together with thick brown belts and large gold belt buckles.

Each look within this collection has each model is attired in oversized sunglasses, leather gloves ranging in lengths and dyes and gold jewellery with the common splash of crimson.

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