I grew up horseback riding. That was my passion. I didn't start shopping until about 16 or 17, when I could drive myself to stores and explore on my own.

Olsen has expressed a desire to open up a fashion shop. She co-founded luxury fashion brand The Row and the more affordable line Olsenboye alongside her fraternal twin sister Ashley Olsen. The Olsen twins portrayed Michelle throughout the series' 1987–1995 run.

Mary-Kate Olsen (born June 13 1986) is an American actress fashion designer producer author and businesswoman. She co-founded luxury fashion brand The Row and the more affordable line Olsenboye alongside her fraternal twin sister Ashley Olsen.