THE DIRECTOR'S CUT

Zambesi, the iconic Aotearoa New Zealand fashion house, presents its Winter 2025 collection, ‘The Director’s Cut’, a cinematic journey through fabric and form.

Visionary designer Elisabeth Findlay takes the helm, crafting a narrative where each garment is a scene, and every wearer becomes the protagonist of their own story.

‘The Director’s Cut’ unfolds like an illusory film, blurring the lines between dreams and reality. The collection invites wearers to embrace contrast and duality, juxtaposing relaxed, fluid silhouettes with dramatic, sculptural geometric shapes.

The palette is grounded in deep blacks and muted tones, while bright hues flourish and burst through. Texture and detail bring the designs to life. Romantic laces add a touch of gothic beauty, while fine pincord and denim provide streetwear realism. Contrast stripes weave in and out intermittently.

Proudly Made in Aotearoa New Zealand with a commitment to sustainability, ‘The Director’s Cut’ features innovative fabrics that reflect Zambesi’s dedication to quality and creativity. Natural fibres and recycled yarns are at the heart of this collection, with materials such as 100% wool, viscose and wool blends, merinos, digitally printed rayon, faux fur, and ponte creating a tactile experience that is both modern and timeless.

A true auteur of design, Elisabeth Findlay’s fascination with fabric and form shines through in every piece of ’The Director’s Cut’, as she reimagines traditional materials into designs that tell a captivating story. At once, a modern classic.

‘The Director’s Cut: Act One’ will premiere at Zambesi flagship stores in Auckland and Wellington, with a worldwide release online at www.zambesistore.com. Collections are also available at Zambesi stockists throughout Oceania.