Basquiat Knew Art and Style
Art, design and fashion inspire one another in more ways to describe but somehow, painters and artists are rarely associated with top notch fashion. Most hear the word painter and think of torn jeans, splattered smocks and notable dishevelment associated with the price of being a genius. This is a time honored misconception. There are a number of artists who have had a phenomenal grasp on both art and fashion. One of our all time favorites is Basquiat.
Jean-Michel Basquiat’s paintings are globally appreciated for their neo-expresssionism style with their excessive scribblings, elusive symbols and rough techniques. As much as we like the paintings, we love the dichotomy of seeing Basquiat in a suit and tie in front of of his unbridled and chaotic canvasses.
Basquiat is not only a inspiration for an eclectic mix of creators from fine art painters to graffiti artists, but also to fashion designers and style enthusiasts. There’s no denying that Basquiat had a style all of his own. We love his use of the slim tie with his suits and blazers.
He had a knack for mixing and matching the unexpected to create a signature look all his own. We love this photo of him in a bow tie and sweater with a backdrop of his captivating work.
Our hats go off to the creativity and ingenuity of Basquiat’s fashion style. There’s nothing better than seeing someone achieve an authentically unique look that surpasses the test of time.
Your Mens-Ties Team