Zimmermann’s Resort 2026 collection — Twisted Romance — presents a sophisticated reinterpretation of maritime mythology through a contemporary fashion lens. The Australian label creatively fuses pirate folklore’s adventurous spirit with New Romanticism’s theatrical elegance. This has resulted in garments that balance opposing elements — from structured denim against fluid silks to delicate lace paired with assertive tailoring.
Design director Nicky Zimmermann draws from cinematic and literary sources like Treasure Island for the Twisted Romance collection. He translates nautical motifs into wearable artistry through innovative techniques like : cartographic prints with mythical creatures adorning silk georgette, three-dimensional floral appliqués on airy organza, and shell-inspired structural details that frame the body. New design codes emerge through original lace patterns and oceanographic prints, while refreshed denim cuts and oversized hussar jackets offer versatile anchors to the more fantastical elements.
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