London Life
An exhibition at Laforet Gallery, Harajuku, Tokyo
April 29 - May 13 2001
Client: Laforet Museum, British Council, Tokyo

London Loves Laforet presented a snapshot of London life as seen through the eyes of 10 of the brightest new stars on the London scene. A mixture of young designers, architects, club promoters, stylists, models and artists, came together to present their own particular style, and give us a glimpse into their personal and distinctive view of London life.

Each person was represented by a life-size doll, packaged like a Barbie Doll, and dressed by themselves in their own selected clothing. Their lifestyle was presented through the packaging – with accessories as well as personal information about them, detailing their favourite things and places. A tv monitor incorporated into the packaging played a personal video diary.

Curation: Scarlet Projects
Concept: Scarlet Projects and Matt Higgs
Design of boxes: Lifeform
Graphics: Bump
Video film: The Light Surgeons
Dollies:
Billie Billingham, art and video director.
Emma Cook, fashion designer.
Alex Rich, graphic designer.
Charlotte Boyens, architect.
Junction4a, designers.
Jimmy Bulb, member of light, space and sound designers The Light Surgeons.
Claudine Spiteri, actress and creative director of The Vibe Bar.
Nicola Formichetti, stylist, contributing fashion editor for Dazed and Confused magazine, and buyer at cutting-edge Soho fashion emporium The Pineal Eye.
Philippa Horan, artist and model.
Adam Entwisle, fashion designer.