Fashion changes every season. Style doesn’t. I’ve never been someone who chases trends. Of course, I enjoy discovering beautiful collections and seeing how designers reinterpret classic silhouettes, but I’ve always believed that true style isn’t about wearing what’s new. It’s about knowing what suits you and wearing it with confidence. Over the years, I’ve realised there are three principles I come back to time and time again. They influence not only the way I get dressed, but also the way I compose my paintings.

 

1. Leave something to the imagination

To me, elegance has always been more powerful than trying to make a statement. I love clothing that follows the natural lines of the body without revealing everything. A beautifully tailored dress can be incredibly feminine while remaining understated. Personally, I would never combine a deep neckline with a very short skirt or an overly tight silhouette. It’s simply not my style. The same principle appears in my paintings. The women I create are sensual, but never sexual. Their confidence comes from presence rather than exposure. Sometimes, what you don’t reveal is just as important as what you do.

2. Wear the clothes. Don’t let the clothes wear you.

We’ve all seen outfits that immediately draw attention, but after a moment, you realise you’re only looking at the clothes. The most elegant people I’ve met always seem to achieve the opposite. You notice them first. I believe clothing should support your personality, not compete with it. Whether I’m choosing a simple dress or a statement coat, I always ask myself the same question: does this still feel like me? The same applies to my artwork. Every detail has a purpose, but none of them should overpower the woman herself. She remains the focus.

3. Details create harmony

If there’s one thing my years as a makeup artist taught me, it’s that small details can completely transform an image. The right earrings. A beautifully cut sleeve. A silk scarf. A carefully chosen lipstick. Individually, they may seem insignificant. Together, they create balance. It’s exactly how I approach my paintings. Every colour, texture and composition choice contributes to the overall feeling. Nothing is added without intention. That’s probably why I can spend longer choosing a pair of earrings than deciding which dress to wear. Details matter. Not because they draw attention to themselves, but because they quietly bring everything together.

 

Style begins with knowing yourself

Fashion will continue to evolve, and that’s part of its beauty. But I believe style is something much more personal. It isn’t found in trends, brands or price tags. It’s found in understanding who you are and making choices that reflect that, consistently and confidently. Perhaps that’s why these three principles have stayed with me for so many years. They don’t just influence the way I get dressed. They shape the way I see beauty, create art and move through the world.

Love,

Wendy