Going Surfing with David Bowie

The Majorcan shoe giant and the German born designer, who is one of the successors of the famous Antwerp Six, collaborate for the meanwhile fourth time in the Camper To&ether series.
For the Autumn/Winter 2010 season, Willhelm designed a surfboard-inspired trainer for men and a sturdy lace-up for women, both in different, colourful versions.

The bold shape and graphic design of the high-top wave trainer as well as its specially developed three-piece zigzag sole was inspired by - it's all in the name - surfboards. The ladies' collection in contrast finds its origin in the classic men's shoe, two colours with a high heel that strongly resembles the shoes that David Bowie wore in the 70s. The shape of that model is also available in - very Bowie - pleated red, blue and black velvet.

Camper Extra Events took place in September and October in Paris, Madrid, Milan and Berlin, inspired by these latest designs and in accordance with Willhelm's work that constantly shifts between fashion, art, design and music, overcomes traditional borders and questions stereotypes. A range of workshops, conferences, film screenings, performances, gigs and parties in and around the Camper Extra locations, designed by three international artists, were a vibrant meeting point for diverse artistic disciplines and creative happenings. Once more it is proof that Willhelm is always at least three steps ahead of the game and, in Camper, has found an ideal counterpart for his concepts.

Collections are available in select Camper stores.