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Live the Life: Basquiat

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1. Warm Commodity
There was rarely heat in the Soho lofts in which Basquiat worked, so a warm wool cardigan was as essential as a canvas. Oversize plaid wool cardigan by Opening Ceremony, $610
2. Paisley Palette
Paisley is the perfect pattern for absorbing errant paint flecks. Parrot green multi paisley print voile shirt by Marc by Marc Jacobs, $188
3. The Feet of the Master
Basquiat spent years as a graffiti artist, roaming the city far and wide. A sturdy pair of boots were a necessity. Dark brown Original Berto 4 Eye shoe by Dr. Martens, $140
4. Art Rock SquarePants
Channeling the fledgling East Village punk scene, Basquiat classed up the plaid pant. Plaid wool pants by Perry Ellis available at Macy's, $89.50
5. Lovely Bones
While recovering from a childhood accident, Basquiat read Gray's Anatomy, which became one of his primary influences. Gray's Anatomy by Henry Gray available at Barnes & Noble, $19.98
6. Take A Bow
In his heyday, Basquiat palled around with millionaires and princesses. A bow tie lent him a boyish but debonair look. Plaid wool bow tie by Alexander Olch, $120
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