For Jean-Michel Basquiat

The Inoue Brothers, along with Nicholas Taylor bring us a collaboration in honor of the late NYC artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Jean and Nicholas had a extraordinary creative relationship that developed during the 1980’s. Both created the band ‘GRAY” also consisting of Michael Holman, and Vincent Gallo, which was declared at the time by Andy Warhol’s Interview Magazine as “possibly the best band on the planet.”

Taylor and The Inoue Brothers wanted to show a new perspective for that time. They wanted to capture the essence of the late 70’s and early 1980s downtown art scene.

And they did, in three creative ways.

The Exhibition:

As Jean-Michel’s confidante, Nicholas Taylor brings together a collection of photographs that depict’ both growing relationships, in a time where their talent was flourishing.

At the St. Martins Lane Hotel, Front Room. Now until November 1st, 2009

The Collection:

Together with the exhibition, the Inoue brothers have designed an exclusive collection which will be at Dover St Market from 10th of October - 7th November 2009. Employing discharge printing technique, using as canvas, the collection incorporates classic styles from well known labels such as Lacoste, Ralph Lauren, Pendleton Woolen Mills and 1969 vintage Levi’s.

Each item is unique and limited edition.

The Book:

Bringing Nicholas sentiments in a unique collection of essays and images.

"Jean-Michel Basquiat Through Nicholas Taylor" will be available for £35 at both St. Martins Lane Hotel and Dover St. Market.

To find out more, please visit:

www.theinouebrothers.net

www.stmartinslane.com

www.doverstreetmarket.com

-Online Contributing Editor -NJD

London Fashion Week Retreat

September can bring may events to our lives. Fall is in the air which means time for layering, but it can also be a mad month. London fashion week has started, and Emporio Armani presents us with a relaxing retreat.

7th Man had a preview into this special caffe, located at the back of the modern St. Martins Lane Hotel. A couple of blocks away from somerset house, which this season will be the main venue of all the action. You will be able to settle down into a Mediterranean menu for breakfast or lunch while you catch up on your e-mails with complimentary wifi. Highlights include private entrance from the back, the Armani cocktail, or decide to brunch outside of the caffe.” We collaborated with Armani to create a relaxing place where all the fashion industry can come, and enjoy themselves,” says Daphne Vassilliades from the St. Martins Lane Hotel.

We say, "We are delighted to be offered such a new experience in our busy schedule this week"

Catch you in the richshaw, which will bring you to, and from Somerset House - You cannot miss it (white Emporio Armani logo)

The Emporio Armani Caffe is open between 9am to 6pm until the 22nd of September.

St. Martins Lane Hotel London

45 St. Martin'sLane London, WC2N 4HX

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7300 5500

Fax: +44 (0) 20 7300 5501

www.stmartinslane.com

Online Contributing Editor - NJD