Yesterday, Nigerian music star Asake stepped into a world unlike any other—a world shaped by Michèle Lamy, the famous designer, artist, and creative partner of Rick Owens. For Asake, known for his unique music and bold fashion, it was a special meeting that brought together two creative people who always do things their own way.
But who is Michèle Lamy, and why do so many musicians, designers, and artists admire her?
From Law to Art
Michèle was born in Jura, France, on February 5, 1944. Her journey into fashion and art was very unexpected. She first trained as a criminal lawyer in Paris and studied philosophy with the well-known thinker Gilles Deleuze. But in the late 1970s, she felt she wanted something more creative. She decided to leave her legal career behind to follow her love of performing. She moved to New York City, then Los Angeles. In LA, she opened Les Deux Cafés, a restaurant where creative people gathered to eat, talk, and share ideas. This was long before combining food, music, and fashion was popular.
Meeting Rick Owens and Building a Brand
While working in Los Angeles, Michèle started her own clothing line. She hired a young patternmaker named Rick Owens. They worked so well together that their partnership grew into a lifelong relationship. In the early 2000s, they moved to Paris and built Owenscorp, Rick Owens’ fashion brand, known for its bold designs and dark, elegant style. Even though Rick’s name is on the label, Michèle plays a huge role behind the scenes. She manages the Rick Owens furniture line, helps design jewelry, and creates art shows that mix performance and design.
A Life of Authenticity
One thing that impresses everyone—including Asake—is Michèle herself. She has gold teeth, tattoos, dark-stained fingers, and always dresses in layers of black clothes. She doesn’t pretend to be someone else. She truly lives as herself. Her life is a blend of art and reality. Whether she is doing boxing performances or making music with her project LAVASCAR, she shows what it means to keep changing and growing. As she once said:“I am not interested in normality. I am interested in transformation.”
When Asake Met Michèle
Yesterday’s visit was not just about fashion. It was about respect and inspiration. Asake has built his music career by taking risks and staying true to his style. In Michèle, he met someone who has spent decades doing exactly the same. People who were there said they talked about creativity without limits, the power of change, and how fashion can be a way to express freedom. For fans of both Asake and Michèle, it was an unforgettable moment that showed how art can connect people from different places and backgrounds.
Her Influence and Legacy
Over the years, Michèle has inspired many famous people, from Kanye West to FKA Twigs. Her work includes furniture, jewelry, fashion, and music. She proves that you can have many careers in one lifetime: lawyer, performer, designer, and muse. In each role, she has stayed true to her belief—never settle for ordinary.
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