Love Zimmermann? 12 Indian Brands That Do Similar Frill & Floral Dresses

Calling June, as the name suggests, is all about welcoming summer in all their glory with their apparel. We found a bunch of floral dresses in their catalogue, but this floral dress with embroidered cuffs was giving Zimmerman like no other! It's got voluminous sleeves and a keyhole neckline to add to its allure and comes with a belt so you can cinch it around your waist for a more flattering look. The fabric is viscose jacquard, making the dress lightweight, breathable, and soft, all while maintaining its cutesy look. 

Size Range: XS - XL

Accessories To Add: Headscarf, tie-up heels

Founded in 2020, Yam is a millennial-run brand that takes pride in its beautiful collection of prints. They create fresh and modern artworks using traditional techniques of embroidery, weaving, sketching, and even painting, with textiles sourced from across India: silks from Banaras, cotton and canvas from South India, and so on. This beautiful maxi dress with yellow flowers is made from cotton satin, which means it's durable, wrinkle-resistant, and has a subtle shine, all while looking beautiful. Apart from that, we love the bralette design and the print. Whenever you wear this, you'll definitely be asked where you got it from, promise.

Size Range: XXS - XXXL

Accessories To Add: Kitten heels, pearl jewellery

The cut, the print, the silhouette, everything about this dress from Hemant and Nandita is giving Zimmermann. We love the attention to detail, whether it's the loose fit that does not give lazy-girl energy, the blouson sleeves or the cottage-core print choice. The neckline with a little frill complements the rest of the dress so much that we are in awe all the way. 

Size Range: XS - XL

Accessories To Add: Comfy sandals, bucket bag

If you're looking for trendy clothes, then Lea Clothing is your best bet. While their corsets initially got them noticed, their dresses are no less. This one caught our eye because of how extra it looks. Even though we're not fans of the fabric—polyester—we think the dress's open silhouette and inclusive size options make up for it. Dresses can often look too loose, but not this one, as the upper part is a corset. The floral print mimics a watercolour painting, which makes it even more flatetring.

Size Range: XS - 5XL

Accessories To Add: Gold hoops, slingback heels

A breathable fabric and a flowy design? Sign us up. From the looks of it, this dress from Mandira Wirk seems like one long fabric, but that's also what makes it a great summer dress. A breezy dress made from chiffon with this delicate neckline, which we think is perfect for daytime.  Go for a brunch date with your girlfriends and be the star of the show with this one.

Size Range: S - 6XL

Accessories To Add: Beaded bracelets, sling bag

Summer Away (formerly Summer Somewhere) is a chic, sustainable online fashion brand that believes in slow fashion. They focus on producing small quantities of high-quality clothing instead of mass production. Like this dress, that is on our manifestation board next to our Italy vacation! It's got a flattering design, a halter neckline, and a beautiful cherry blossom print—all the right things for a summer dress. 

Size Range: XS - XXL

Accessories To Add: Sandals, floral studs

Jamun Soda's clothes are as unique as their name with a focus on simplicity, conscious design, and upcycled fabrics. They bring all of our slow-fashion dreams to life! This dress is perfect if you want the Zimmermann silhouette but a little more solid. It is the first from their collection known as 'fursat', which is inspired by those who want to consciously enjoy the little things in life. Bonus: it comes in 5 summer-friendly colours too!

Size Range: XXXS - XXL

Accessories To Add: Pendant chain, contrasting heels

The Burnt Soul offers exquisite handcrafted pieces that celebrate culture, heritage, and craftsmanship. This chiffon maxi dress, for instance, comes in six sizes and is a one-of-a-kind piece. We love the V-neckline with ruffle details, the wraparound detail to cinch the dress, and the maximal print that looks luxuriously summery. 

Size Range: XS - XXL

Accessories To Add: Layered neckpiece, block heels

Yet another conscious, homegrown brand we’ve long admired is Old Marigold. Their floral dress collection gives off major Zimmermann feels, from the silhouettes to the patterns. The prints, especially, feel refreshing, like an Oxford dictionary dedicated entirely to florals. After some serious research, we crowned this multicoloured corset as our #1 pick!

Size Range: XS - 3XL

Accessories To Add: Statement earrings, envelope clutch

Sewtable Clothing — as the name cheekily suggests — is made to suit you, no matter your shape or size. That’s how flattering their pieces are. This women-led, homegrown brand has dresses you’ll feel comfortable in the moment you slip them on. And if you’re a fan of Zimmermann’s signature tiered styles, you’re definitely going to fall for the one we’ve linked!

Size Range: XS - XL

Accessories To Add: Statement bangle, slip-on heels

A resort wear brand we've had our eyes on for years, July Issue creates dresses that dreams are quite literally made of. Loved by the social media fashion crowd and celebrities like Janhvi Kapoor and Mira Kapoor, their pieces strike that sweet spot between glam and comfort. Our top pick is this high-low frilled dress with a trail; it's so princessy, you’ll never want to slip out of it.

Size Range: XS - XL

Accessories To Add: Big hoops, block heels

We can’t help ourselves — we bring up Sage By Mala to friends, family, even total strangers, every chance we get. It deserves way more love than it’s getting. While their dreamy collection speaks for itself, the fact that it’s consciously crafted and size-inclusive just ticks off all the boxes. Most of their floral dresses have frills and a cottagecore touch, much like the ones we’ve swooned over from Zimmermann.

Size Range: XS - 5XL

Accessories To Add: Pearl jewellery, transparent heels

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