Zimmermann Dress Colours: Black, Pink, Blue, Red, Yellow and Green

The most searched Zimmermann dress colours after florals are black, pink and blue, followed by red, yellow, green and polka dot. Black is the safest buy for evenings and travel, pink and yellow are the daytime and wedding guest favourites, and blue covers everything from denim to pale satin. This guide goes colour by colour, with the Zimmermann dresses on Coveti in each shade and the occasions each one suits.

How Zimmermann uses colour

Zimmermann, the Sydney label started in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, is known first for print. Most collections are built around a handful of florals and paisleys, and the solid colours often echo those prints. That is why a Zimmermann pink rarely looks like a generic pink: it is usually matched to a rose or a ground colour in the season’s print, which makes solids and prints easy to mix.

Florals are the brand’s biggest category and have their own guide: our Zimmermann floral dresses edit covers every print in depth, so this page sticks to solids, tonal lace and dots. For ivory and cream, go to the Zimmermann white dresses guide.

Zimmermann black dresses

Black is the most searched solid colour and the most versatile. Zimmermann black is rarely plain: expect lace, pleating and sculpted bodices. The Clash Bustier Mini Dress is the cocktail option, with a structured top that needs no necklace. The Lace Pleated Long Sleeve Midi covers the arms and works for a winter wedding or a dinner where you want to be dressed but not loud. For a long black dress, the Fairlight Gathered Bead Maxi carries beading through the gathers, and the Clash Sculptural Pleat Midi gives a sharper, more architectural line.

A black Zimmermann dress is also the one to pack. It handles a city dinner, a gallery opening and a funeral or memorial without changing shoes.

Zimmermann pink dresses

Pink is one of the brand’s most used solids, ranging from shell to deep rose. The Cascadian Billow Maxi Dress is a soft pink maxi with a billowed sleeve that suits a garden wedding. The Acacia Broderie Midi Dress is pink broderie for a long lunch, while the Acacia Scallop Mini Dress and the Matchmaker Bustier Mini Dress are the party options. Pink is the easiest Zimmermann colour for a wedding guest: it reads as celebratory and never competes with the bride.

Zimmermann blue dresses

Blue covers the widest ground. At the casual end is denim, which has its own guide in our Zimmermann denim guide. At the dressier end are pale satin and lace. The Clash Satin Lace Midi Dress pairs a satin body with lace detail, the Fairlight Tie Halter Dress is a summer midi with a tie halter, and the Echo Bandeau Maxi Dress is a strapless maxi for a beach wedding. The Clash Lantern Mini Dress has a rounded lantern skirt that looks good with a flat sandal.

Zimmermann red, yellow and green dresses

Red

Red is the shortest edit and the most dramatic. The Clash Bow Mini Dress is a confident short dress for a party, and the Cascadian Strapless Midi Dress gives a strapless line for an evening event. For black tie, the Illustration Lace Gown is a full-length red lace gown. Red is also the colour to consider for Christmas in either hemisphere.

Yellow

Yellow is a summer colour for Zimmermann, usually a soft, warm shade rather than lemon. The Clash Quilt Bustier Midi Dress has a quilted bodice, the Lucky Corset Midi Dress adds a corset line, and the Illuminate Peplum Midi Dress is softer with a peplum waist.

Green

Green runs from sage to olive. The V Neck Pleated Mini is an easy short dress, the Fairlight Scarf Maxi Dress is a long scarf-print style, and the Echo Lace Panel Slip Dress is a slip with lace panels. A green shirt dress is also the practical choice for the office or travel.

Zimmermann polka dot and purple dresses

Polka dots get a surprising amount of search for a brand known for florals, and Zimmermann treats them seriously. The Dot Tuck Mini Dress and the Dot Tuck Midi Dress use pin tucks against the dot so it reads as textured rather than retro. For separates, the Tulle Dot Midi Skirt brings the dot into tulle; our Zimmermann tops, skirts and sets guide has the matching pieces.

Purple is a smaller group. The Clash Lace Drape Maxi Dress drapes lace into a long line that suits an evening wedding. Lilac and violet are flattering in strong light, which makes them a good choice for summer events.

Picking a Zimmermann colour by occasion

• Wedding guest: pink, blue, yellow or a soft print. Keep white for the bride. Our wedding guest guide has more.
• Black tie: black, deep red or a jewel tone at gown length. See the Zimmermann gowns guide.
• Races: red, yellow and green work for spring racing; see what to wear to the Melbourne Cup.
• Travel: black and navy-blue denim pack well and hide creases.

Once you have a colour, the right length depends on the event; our Zimmermann mini, midi and maxi dress guide covers that. You can also see the best Zimmermann dresses or shop the full Zimmermann collection and every designer dress on Coveti.

Zimmermann dress colours around the world

Australia

In Australia, colour comes out for spring racing and summer weddings from October to March. Remember the reversed seasons: a collection that lands in the northern autumn arrives in the Australian spring, so a deep red or green can feel early. A Zimmermann 1 is an AU 10.

United States

In the US, black does the work through winter, with pink and yellow taking over for summer weddings and the Hamptons. A Zimmermann 0 is a US 4 and a 2 is a US 8, following the brand’s chart in our Zimmermann size guide.

United Kingdom

For Ascot, Henley and summer weddings, pink, green and polka dots are reliable British choices, with black for winter. Zimmermann sizes map directly: 0 is UK 8, 1 is UK 10, 2 is UK 12.

Germany and Europe

Germany is one of the brand’s largest markets. Black suits city evenings there, while blue and white carry a Mediterranean holiday. On the brand’s chart a Zimmermann 1 is an EU 36 and a Zimmermann 2 is an EU 38.

Zimmermann dress colours: common questions

What is the most popular Zimmermann dress colour?

After florals, black is the most searched Zimmermann dress colour, followed by pink and blue. Black is also the most versatile for evening and travel.

Does Zimmermann make plain black dresses?

Yes, though most carry texture such as lace, pleating or beading rather than being completely plain. That detail keeps them dressy enough for evening.

Which Zimmermann colour is best for a wedding guest?

Pink, blue and yellow are the easiest choices. They read as celebratory and avoid the white and ivory that belong to the bride.

Does Zimmermann make polka dot dresses?

Yes. The Dot Tuck mini and midi dresses combine dots with pin tucks, and there are matching dot tops and skirts for a coordinated look.

Where can I find Zimmermann floral dresses?

Florals have their own guide on Coveti, the Zimmermann floral dresses edit, which covers each print and how to wear it.

Do Zimmermann colours match across a collection?

Often. The solid colours tend to echo the season’s prints, so a solid top and a printed skirt from the same collection tend to sit well together.