One look at Stas Jepsen, and the eyes say it all. The Ukrainian model exudes a sense of certainty that could rock even the most assured of characters. She knows where she's going and she will certainly find a way to get there – with eight languages under her belt, we can't foresee much that will stop her.
Maybe it's her Capricorn energy, or her determination to remain true to herself no matter the circumstances. Jepsen is willing and ready to soak up all that life is ready to serve her – challenges and all – spontaneity is something she thrives on, after all.
Before heading back home for the first time in three years, Jepsen gave us a moment in front of the camera with photographer Kristina Yenko.
The first thing you should know about me is …
I’m OBSESSED with pickles lol!
My star sign is …
Capricorn.
It suits me because …
It suits me because I’m very determined, ambitious and loyal.
My secret talent is …
I speak eight languages!
Something I truly believe in is …
Karma and law of attraction.
Someone I look up to is …
My mum. She had me on her own when she was 18 and is the strongest woman I know.
The most important lesson I’ve learned is …
Listen to your gut feeling... Your gut always knows best long before you do.
My favourite film is …
Harry Potter. Could watch them all on repeat for weeks haha!
The last book I read was …
The Defining Decade, Why Your Twenties Matter.
First impressions are …
Gesticulations. How people walk or move their bodies as well as expressions.
When my imagination runs wild it …
Puts me in my dream home that I built with the love of my life after achieving work and life goals together. I am such a realist haha.
Three words to describe me are …
Generous, goofy and brave.
My beauty non-negotiables are …
Washing my face morning/night and sleep!
The bravest thing I’ve ever done is …
Cut off and let go of people when you know they're not the right for you.
Love or lust?
Lusty love! I feel like these two come as a duo. No love without lust.
This year has been …
Challenging, but in a good way. Heaps of amazing opportunities. Life is full of surprises.
The most exciting project I worked on in the last year was …
Got to design my own MTO handbags and work with the Fendi design team in Rome.
Three words to describe my personal style are …
Tomboy, edgy or sleek chic.
My idea of paradise is …
Being happy and comfortable, alone or in a healthy relationship that feels like home.
Introvert or extrovert?
I’m an introverted extrovert. I might be shy or standoffish at first but am an extrovert once you become close to me.
My personal heroes are …
My closest friends who are always there for me – even when I’m being a sook lol.
Creatively I’m feeling …
Surrounding myself with people more experienced and older or going on trips.
I won’t compromise …
My moral values and emotions.
The future looks …
Exciting. I’m very spontaneous and will take anything the universe sends my way.
My words to live by are …
You can always make up for the money you wasted, but you can’t make up for your twenties – live life to the fullest!
In 2022 I’m most looking forward to …
Going home to see my family for the first time in three years and travelling Europe.
My motto for the year ahead is …
The grass is green where you water it.
PHOTOGRAPHY Kristina Yenko
FASHION Liv Smythe
MODEL Stas Jepsen @ Priscillas
HAIR & MAKE-UP Dempsey Rai
ASSISTANT Chris Cao
