2010 Collection – - May 9th 7pm – Berkeley Art Museum

Walter Van Beirendonck is a Belgian fashion designer. His collections are inspired by the visual arts, literature, nature and ethnic influences. His unusual color combinations and a strong graphic influence are characteristic for his collections. In 1997, he designed the costumes for the U2 “PopMart Tour“. In 1999, he was awarded the honorary title of “Cultural Ambassador of Flanders“. In 2001, he curated the ‘Fashion 2001 Landed-Geland’ project in Antwerp. Next to five large exhibitions, a new magazine was launched: N°A magazine.

Okay, I’m going to pack a lot in here so grab your calendar.

Walter Van Beirendonck is arriving Thurs afternoon at SFO and will be appearing at the following events:

The official “velcome valter”dance party happens thursday may 6 at The Tubesteak Connection  in celebration of Walter’s first time displaying his  goods on American soil.

You can see a slideshow of his recent work at:

http://nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows/2010/spring/main/europe/menrunway/vanbeirendonck/#slide6&ss1

Then on SUNDAY we have the Spring Summer Collection at the Berkeley Art Museum:

If you’re unable to attend the show, there’s also an after-party open to the public at the Lonestar Saloon starting at 9pm the day of the show hosted by Pinups (link NSFW), the gay zine known for showcasing the type of hunky and hairy men that could easily fit in with the men of Wonde®.

Check out Walters 2010 collection, book, art and new line of shoes HERE.