ZIMMERMANN
Australia
ZIMMERMANN is an Australian womenswear label founded in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, based in Sydney. It makes ready-to-wear, swim and resort, kidswear, bags, shoes and accessories.
| Founded | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Founders | Nicky and Simone Zimmermann |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia |
| Majority investor | Advent International (since August 2023, per Wikipedia) |
| Website | zimmermann.com |
What is ZIMMERMANN?
ZIMMERMANN is a fashion label from Australia. Wikipedia gives its founders as the sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, its founding year as 1991 and its headquarters as Sydney, New South Wales. The brand's own website calls it the home of sophisticated femininity.
Products and positioning
The website lists ready-to-wear including dresses, tops, tailoring, knitwear, denim, skirts and jackets, as well as swim and resort, bags, shoes and accessories such as jewellery, belts, sunglasses and hats. It also has kids' items and digital gift cards. A Spring 2027 ready-to-wear collection is promoted on the site.
Distribution
The brand sells through its online shop, which accepts returns within 14 days of delivery, and the site also refers to boutiques. The US site names ZIMMERMANN USA Inc. with a head office in New York.
Ownership
According to Wikipedia, the American private equity firm Advent International acquired a majority stake in August 2023, and the Italian firm Style Capital kept a minority stake. Earlier, General Atlantic bought a minority stake in 2016.
Frequently asked questions
Where is ZIMMERMANN from?
ZIMMERMANN is an Australian brand headquartered in Sydney, according to Wikipedia.
Who founded ZIMMERMANN?
It was founded in 1991 by the sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann.