Zimmermann Resort 2027
Nicky Zimmermann's 2027 resort collection draws inspiration from the 1983 America’s Cup, reflecting a significant moment in Australian history. The collection features a blend of vacation-ready pieces and more formal attire, showcasing a departure from Zimmermann's traditional ruffled designs. The designer aims to cater to a diverse clientele, balancing styles for different locations such as Florida and New York.
- ▪The collection is inspired by the 1983 America’s Cup, a pivotal event in Australian sailing history.
- ▪Zimmermann's designs include a digitally printed dress and a drop waist dress, emphasizing movement and elegance.
- ▪The collection aims to balance vacation-ready styles with formal eveningwear to meet the needs of a diverse clientele.
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This season, Nicky Zimmermann began with a historical event, rather than a feeling—the 1983 America’s Cup. (For those interested in a full account of the underdog Australian sailing team dethroning the American champions, a formative memory for any Australian of a certain age, Zimmermann recommends the Netflix documentary, Untold: The Race of the Century.) “The story resonates not just from my childhood, but as something that is a really feel-good story for any generation,” the Sydney-based designer said.For quite a tangible starting point, the inspiration manifested less literally than one might have thought. Resort collections and sailboats don’t have to directly equate to a boatneck striped T-shirt and topsiders, and it’s better when they don’t.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at Vogue.
