{"product_id":"walter-van-beirendonck-2024ss-dawleetoo-crash-vest-padded-armor-vest-runway-opening-look-rare-piece","title":"Walter Van Beirendonck 2024SS “Dawleetoo” Crash Vest Padded Armor Vest Runway Opening Look Rare Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWalter Van Beirendonck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSA Condition (New with tags; minor flaw – one surface scratch and slight adhesive oxidation on patch, as shown in images)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOuter: Synthetic \/ Coated Fabric\u003cbr\u003ePadding: Polyester\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed \/ White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA standout \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalter Van Beirendonck Spring\/Summer 2024 “Dawleetoo” runway crash vest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featured as part of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eopening look of the show\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a key piece representing the collection’s conceptual narrative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed with a padded, armor-like silhouette, this vest combines bold red coated panels with a soft white base, creating a striking contrast that reflects WVB’s signature fusion of playfulness and protective symbolism. The sculptural paneling mimics protective gear while maintaining a cartoon-like, almost surreal aesthetic — a recurring theme in the designer’s universe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional elements such as front zip pockets, adjustable side straps, and detachable shoulder components enhance both utility and visual structure. The reversible construction further emphasizes versatility within its avant-garde form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a runway opening piece, this garment holds significant collectible value, embodying the core visual language of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Dawleetoo” collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where themes of identity, vulnerability, and exaggerated protection are explored through bold forms and color blocking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor imperfections are present but do not affect overall wearability or display value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly distinctive archive-level piece, ideal for collectors, stylists, or editorial use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #888;\"\u003ePlease note: Item conditions are graded based on the \u003ca style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/thenovaware.com\/pages\/novaware-condition-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNOVAWARE Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"NOVAWARE","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":55534813118840,"sku":null,"price":1180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/7867\/6545\/files\/5AC8EE65-8545-46E7-B40E-99326BDFD0FE.png?v=1782833390","url":"https:\/\/thenovaware.com\/zh\/products\/walter-van-beirendonck-2024ss-dawleetoo-crash-vest-padded-armor-vest-runway-opening-look-rare-piece","provider":"NOVAWARE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}