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On Wednesday, April 18, Forty One Madison is hosting a breakfast seminar headlined by Simon Doonan, who for 27 years was creative director at Barneys New York, putting the retailer on the map with his fantasmagoric windows and displays. Now as Barneys creative ambassador at large, he’s been appearing in-store coast-to-coast to promote his latest book, Gay Men Don’t Get Fat. It is a deliciously hysterical read that includes, among other topics, commentary on food, which he defines as either gay or straight.

With a career in fashion that spans more than 35 years, Doonan has won many awards for his window designs and was invited by President and Mrs. Obama to decorate the White House for the 2009 holiday season.

“Simon Doonan is guaranteed to start everyone’s day off in high spirits,” said Forty One Madison’s svp and director Laurie Burns. “His skewed vision is irresistible, and we’re excited to be able to host him at the New York Tabletop Market.”

The breakfast program is 8 a.m. until 9:15 a.m., and in addition to taking questions following his presentation, Doonan also will be available to sign books, with each guest receiving a complimentary copy courtesy of Forty One Madison (while supply lasts.) With seating limited, reservations for this event are strongly recommended by calling
212-686-1203.