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Photographer Danielle Levitt steps inside the extraordinary Paris home of Michele Lamy, creating a portrait series that feels as layered and unconventional as its subject. This marks two decades since Lamy first appeared on PIN-UP magazine alongside Rick Owens, the feature takes us back 10 years and reminds us of one of fashion’s most influential figures through Levitt’s intimate lens.
Levitt is known for documenting personalities with the truth and emotional depth, she moves beyond traditional portraiture to unveil the ambience that surrounds Lamy. Her photographs capture the historic Paris residence but they also capture an extension of Lamy herself. Levitt highlights the connection between Brutalist architecture, handcrafted furniture, collected artworks, and everyday rituals. Levitt didn’t want to just capture the interior, she wanted to showcase the energy the space gives and its unmistakable identity.
Throughout the editorial, moments that seem quiet are always balanced with striking compositions. Every frame feels personal as Lamy is shown at her Steinway piano, surrounded by sculptural furniture, relaxing with her Sphynx cat, and moving effortlessly through rooms filled with decades of creative history. Viewers are able to experience Lamy’s home as a collaboration, experimentation, and design.
Levitt’s deep relationship with Lamy and Owens brings authenticity to the photographs because they come from a place of familiarity. Her images were never staged; instead they embody spontaneity that has always followed and defined the Lamy/ Owens brand. These photos created a cinematic and deeply human narrative, demonstrating Levitt’s unique ability to capture the subject’s appearance but also the creative energy that fills their world. Through PIN-UP 40 Danielle Levitt has once again proven why her photography is one of the most compelling voices in editorial storytelling.
Danielle Levitt is a part of Exposure NY’s Photographers division. Exposure NY is a photography/styling agency in New York City.
