Australian label Zimmermann took the front row back to the 60s and 70s beach culture of Queensland’s Gold Coast in their playful Spring 18 show at New York Fashion Week.
The label, founded by Nicky and Simone Zimmermann in 1991, debuted their stunning Golden Time collection to a host of fashion influencers and A-listers this week with a sea of golden hues, ruffles, cheeky hemlines and effortless elegance inspired by 1960s and ’70s sunny, beachside suburbs like Surfers Paradise’.
True to their feminine vibe, pink hues, florals and mini dresses were a common sight on the runway, along with applique shirts, high-waisted shorts and off-the-shoulder, flowing dresses.
Striking cut-outs were also popular, with a number of models rocking doily dresses and shirts with floral and star shapes paired with ‘woven leather/raffia belt bags’ reminiscent of bum bags
Striking cut-outs were also popular, with a number of models rocking doily dresses and shirts with floral and star shapes paired with ‘woven leather/raffia belt bags’ reminiscent of bum bags.
The garments that are in the runway show, we really see them on girls at beautiful summer parties.
Peaked shoulders also look to be making a come back this season, with a number of the models stepping out in white embellished jumpsuits, flowing blouses and shirts with big shoulders and striking gold belts.
Although there were a number of surprises in this collection, Zimmermann’s famed ruffles, frills and feminine dresses and skirts were still a standout paired with cropped bodice tops, floral print off-the-shoulder shirts and layered tops.
Many of the models also paired their pieces with jewelled pointed flats or trainers.
‘The garments that are in the runway show, we really see them on girls at beautiful summer parties,’ Nicky said
The ‘Breeze Honeymooners’ print was also a standout, with the dresses each featuring pale blue floral prints, intricately designed hems and plunging necklines.
Shirt dresses, white accents, aquas and accordion pleats were also a recurring theme throughout the show.
Speaking of the new collection, Nicky said a lot of intense work was put in before the runway show.
‘The most challenging part about the prep for new York fashion week would be the amount of work that everyone puts in before we go,’ she said.
‘The whole thing is about freshness, lightness and fun and the garments are sexy and I’m hoping they’re just at a great party, hopefully near the water somewhere,’ Nicky said
‘Our garments are extremely complex.’
‘The garments that are in the runway show, we really see them on girls at beautiful summer parties.
‘The whole thing is about freshness, lightness and fun and the garments are sexy and I’m hoping they’re just at a great party, hopefully near the water somewhere.’
The sisters used new techniques such as bespoke lace in the new collection and said in show notes that they were inspired by the ‘somewhat kitschy hotels and apartments contrasted with the surf, the beautiful white sandy beaches and a radiant, golden light’ of the glamorous 60s and 70s ‘must visit’ honeymoon spots.
The collection will be available from February, 2018.