Rick Owens Interview | In the Studio | The New York Times

Rick Owens chats with Vanessa Friedman about how his creativity used to thrive on chaos before he transformed his five-story building in an upscale Parisian neighborhood into an open ascetic space.
Produced by: Shayla Harris and Vanessa Friedman
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[@x_july_o]

I love how he said it: "I study my own stuff more than other people's which is a terrible admission of some kind of ego, but that's how I feel I can make progress by setting the mistakes and successes of my past." -Rick Owens

[@movementsNYC]

That's a passionate man there. "Others may say its Ego but you are able to inspire yourself. Being honest is Key in success. Adore his work myself.

[@MayoNat]

x_july_o Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@callingallhandsondeck]

Why is that an admission of ego? I see it as an admission of high standards, critique & perfectionism. Why would anyone want to compare their art to another anyhow? Might it tarnish a thought or idea? How else would we progress and move forward if we didn't look at the past as an indicator? Sorry, I didn't sense anything profound or forward thinking in this statement. So, I disagree in how he said it. I don't love it. JMHO.

[@Vstrum]

Calling All Hands On Deck! Agreed. I feel he said it’s ego to be humble

[@braceface121]

Calling All Hands On Deck! ego because if he is looking only at himself to get better there is a sliver of thought that says “i am the best”. which is considered egotistical in literal terms. but he’s utilizing it well 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@diaboliqueguan]

Whenever Rick Owens speaks, he exudes inner peace.

[@TRUTHSORE]

diaboliqueguan You do know he punched some guy once because he was mad. This wasn't too long ago

[@MayoNat]

diaboliqueguan Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@Americansikkunt]

*sips homemade kombucha* Ah, yes.

[@freshjuice457]

I walked for the brand last week during the fashion week and got to meet him. He has a very positive presence

[@benjaminfalconer8160]

He’s the living embodiment of a lofi chill beats livestream but also the living embodiment of a death metal drag race at the same time

[@te9591]

He's very 90s.

[@jasonzucker4700]

Oooh U made me chuckle

[@samsonmzera]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@harsharavi150]

Eloquently put.

[@zapatastyle]

Having space to work is so key...Clean off your desk as many times as needed. It took me a long time to figure that out.

[@AdrienDesautels]

Funny seeing you here! You should bring some of your things, I have a new full-frame Sony to test out :)

[@laurentaylor2427]

The only problem with these 'In the Studio' series is they are too short! I would love to see the rest of the interview. ..

[@bradeaton3428]

Same, I need at least an hour!

[@gregdahlen4375]

maybe the rest of it wasn't interesting enuf?

[@gregdahlen4375]

i suppose cutting it down goes with his minimalist aesthetic

[@ZaZa-ib6un]

I have a few of Rick Owens pieces and they are really head turners, you can't help but notice how people look at you, the thing is his clothes fit like... OMG, I'm not kidding, they fit amazingly well into your body!!!!! The material, the cut, the quality, the design...unbeatable!!!! Admire him from my heart!!

[@SpearowEdits]

tbh its most likely that they think it looks stupid, but thats avant garde for ya!

[@freshalan]

LimboEdits stfu hater

[@SpearowEdits]

@@freshalan im not hating on avant garde just pointing out that most people don't understand it and ptob think he looks like a school shooter.

[@gregdahlen4375]

how do you think he achieves them fitting so well on your body?

[@ZaZa-ib6un]

@@gregdahlen4375 I think he studies them so well that no matter what size you are the pieces in your size fit on you amazingly....I spent so much money on the biggest names in the fashion industry and many of them don't have this fitting...so often time you need to see a "sarta" (tailor in Italian) or many times you wasted money to be honest :-)

[@user-hj2wh2rz7e]

7 years later, I come back here, watched it again and again. A lot of things has changed, but this video is still my favourite video of Rick Owens of all time.

[@goopoholic]

what do you think has changed?

[@user-hj2wh2rz7e]

@@goopoholic It is more about what happpened in my life, some good, some bad, joy and tears.

[@madebylamodernique]

Same

[@Rosesyoutube]

Modest & Humble & Severe as possible. I like that.

[@MayoNat]

Rose Redd Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@jessiejoseph1093]

yet comfortable and warm

[@josephobenauf3863]

this man be lookin like a witch in skyrim

[@7teenHM]

BINJHAMAH llmmmaaoooooo

[@jahhah6719]

😂

[@nicktod6117]

THAT MAKES HIM LOOKS EVEN MORE COOL TBH

[@catmenot7143]

Haha!!!

[@el_mas_mafioso]

Bhahahahahrhajaiahajdbci

[@Youngbuckinnacut]

So articulate yet so understandable.

[@chiefkeef8936]

spend like 600k in his stores, very humble brand

[@thenoodle1000]

Rick is a remarkable person. He's a huge inspiration to me and this clip captures so many reasons why. Nicely done NYT :)

[@josephobenauf3863]

u go Man U go

[@MayoNat]

Scott Matz Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@sebastianrivera6976]

His home is actual goals regarding aesthetic.

[@disectormusic]

That opening paragraph (about needing emptiness for creativity) translates the thoughts of many artists across this planet, into elegant speech.

[@jackcollingwood5227]

He advances him self , and the world around him through looking at his past mistakes and making them better next collection, that’s a really beneficial way to be better.

[@yungbeat7089]

his designs are so rad

[@MayoNat]

Maruō Create Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@nino9273]

@@MayoNat no you didn't?

[@TomIsTrying]

He seems like someone who anyone, from any walk of life, could meet and walk away with the gold of true wisdom.

[@Dr.JungFrench]

I love his design! Fit, elegant, super simple, unbalance in balance, dark or light, nobility, clean, good quality... the characteristic of neo-classic, modern and classic. He is a God gifted natural man!!!!

[@javion1419]

Shut up

[@clarklouis7094]

wowww this was circa the release of "moody" what an iconic rick collection, glad to see inside his mind at that time

[@margyrowland]

He takes care of his body.....nice. Love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@itstonycia]

I really like what he said about mood boards. He communicated that so clear and concise

[@sarahmottramart]

Grace ,warmth & intellect. His clothes wear well. Designed & Made to endure the exhaust of life’s wear and tear, better with Age. Like all thoughtful art !

[@angiel2710]

I have Rick Owens pieces, the fit is like no other. Supple, structured and perfect. His designs are amazing albeit overpriced.

[@jakeabrams315]

L

[@DRACOCHIEF]

+Jake Abrams No, YOU can take that L.

[@rickpennisympaticoca]

a fool and his money are soon departed

[@psychicpebbles98]

Do you have the 69 suit?

[@MayoNat]

Angie L Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@jessicadam3153]

2:03 That white butterfly though 😲

[@madebylamodernique]

My idol and huge inspiration. Love him so much

[@goldenglove4663]

HE IS A MASTER PATTERN MAKER...

[@twonsvlogs2892]

Inspiring words to hear from another artist that I deeply revere…

[@markmarc1654]

It's so cool that Rick Owens is from my small town

[@mediamarketing4u]

Yep. I remember seeing him at the Porter Theater in the 80's. He's a beast in the fashion world.

[@markmarc1654]

@@mediamarketing4u that's so crazy that he's from here no one believes me and when I say Porterville people are like where?

[@mediamarketing4u]

We have a lot of very talented people from our area. Jim Tanner is a very talented designer working with all the top entertainers. Tim Baker, Tim Miller so much for stuff!

[@cabbage3525]

GIVE ME GOEMBAMSKET OOGA BOOGA

[@radixreuel7631]

Magic & Legend ✨

[@DinsAFK]

I always see this guy like tommy wiseau from the room

[@humanoid_on_acid]

Dindeed Yooooooooooo I'm dead😂

[@MayoNat]

Dindeed Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@nadakels]

Inspiring

[@bundess5473]

lucky model, working with rick owens a dream

[@navrhy3075]

no, it's a nightmare

[@danteeriveraa8507]

+Sherlock Who agree

[@YetiintheSun]

i did not like the way he touched her, especially trying to force her posture to shift by touching her chin. and i don't think she liked it either. .... she kept a certain blank expression but i bet she was tolerating it.

[@pihuarora4947]

Great Person ❤️

[@Certifiedhater247]

Love it

[@VIDDTHEDESIGNER]

this needed to be 2hours long

[@elisavieira737]

Also he have a really nice voice

[@prixytv2001]

rick owen I can finally dress like carti and be a vamp

[@marvinraphaelmonfort8289]

divine!

[@youngjune1]

Legend

[@urakunt866]

Great designer !

[@jessiejoseph1093]

A great designer.

[@nicholo85]

Utterly disappointed that he doesn't sound like Allan Rickman!

[@MayoNat]

nicholo85 Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@catmenot7143]

Haha!!!

[@jankeymunter]

Does anyone know the music in this video? Thanks.

[@88888j]

+Simon Storey shazam it

[@josephobenauf3863]

no no no it's darude sandstorm

[@AzureSavagery]

It’s ‘Micro Fluid’ by Loic Schild

[@user-hh4qk4ne8y]

Это не высокая мода, а большое искусство. Прекрасно.

[@walkermorgan1710]

Hahaa he’s like what a cliche of what a fashion designer is. You could almost make a SNL skit about this

[@iReturnV1deotapes]

This guy is like the Gerald Brom of fashion.

[@alreadydead024]

yes

[@jahhah6719]

Nice decor...

[@aldogoegan3091]

❤️

[@gnarlykoala]

what a boss

[@MayoNat]

p00p Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@h3rtzen]

What are the bracelets Rick wears in this video?

[@lucasdamasio1940]

Se você é brasileiro e está vendo esse vídeo, note a semelhança entre o Rick e a Mulher Pepita.

[@sorry4771]

QUE ODIO

[@swapnildawar6426]

🙏

[@KrossKountry595]

People with endless time on their hands

[@beasting1011]

What kind of instruments is that at the intro of the video at 0:40 secs in? anyone know

[@ignitableword8322]

Sounds like a standard synthesizer.. :)

[@shazsalahstream]

The goat

[@yeaabuddy8929]

dude looks like a metalhead 🤘🏼

[@nicolaruef5101]

A genius

[@baker9391]

And bro’s from poro’s respect

[@josephignatowicz9903]

I like him

[@Kiro6666]

EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE AND HIS HOME FURATURE IS MORE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE EXPENSIVE BUT BEAUTIFUL AND GORGEOUS

[@uvitasuicide]

🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🔥loveitttttttt

[@deepspacetravel9016]

How to be like him

[@noabroadwaybrockett7087]

genius i love him

[@MayoNat]

noa brockett Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@ogdeving]

Geobasket

[@nessmastergengar4686]

He looks like he belongs in Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings 😂

[@tyrozinehappykitchen]

Straightest fashion designer ever and it shows.

[@mgdkns6678]

He isn’t straight lmao

[@jahziyahmilani]

Bisexual

[@godpenber9560]

you know he some normal looking person

[@francishlr]

Grade A Under A brought me here

[@el_mas_mafioso]

Rick Owens Furniture

[@IgorGutman]

Rick has that quality of asmr. Also like his lack of neurotic energy

[@dwaynewatson3850]

Great Designer

[@Moonsabie]

@love

[@golfinguru11]

ro the gawd.

[@rickyowens4773]

Benny

[@johnthemann6483]

I like his designs that inspire other people to make their own clothes and I buy the other people's clothes because it much more reasonable price I mean $1,500 cargo pants? Good for you and good for me for buying from someone else

[@MayoNat]

johnThe mann Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@johnthemann6483]

MayoNat I like and subscribe you friend

[@jullianleonard4413]

Rick good, Vlone good

[@patersul]

He the example of skipping the legday trying to hide it and help others alike

[@sssoeee]

1:54

[@andreasanders6386]

I like dark suede jackets and dark tops/Leggings

[@aidanmeyer1716]

Katana put me on

[@Rufus..Calhoun]

most amusing fellow.....

[@nirmalyaroy2811]

👍

[@user-qz5gi6sr9e]

I feel myself as an outstanding person wearing Rick Ownes clothes up .

[@sophiamarquis]

It's all an illusion.

[@vikasyadav3170]

GOAT

[@mauricioortega3945]

El Chavo diseñador... me sigue gustando más El Chavo metalero.

[@sefinternal743]

all made in italy? or usa?

[@MayoNat]

Sefinternal Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@PurplePurplePurple]

italy.

[@NecatorNimrod]

eh? i also like benches... how come there is not a vid about me? (hint: maybe I am just mediocre?)

[@sherwinh1661]

we can only see his side profile in this video

[@MayoNat]

Sherwin Huang Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@jakkpierkari]

Heart shoe bad

[@marcop.525]

1:15 r/LiminalSpace 🔳🔲

[@MrLloydLockett]

Is it me or is Rick Owens like kinda jacked?

[@faisalkakar2364]

if depression had a face

[@garlicpress6121]

geobasket

[@mint567]

Ricky

[@sharonbykerklonergan]

[@uknowron]

Rick owens on water.. HEY call it ricky lake youuuu!

[@MayoNat]

U Know Rick Owens messed up and I made a video explaining everything, check it out and hear me out I made some good points

[@TheArtofBlues]

200 dollar tank tops get you here. #aintthatsomeshit

[@chiefkeef2679]

geobaskets