WHAT
INSPIRES ME
AND SHAPES MY PHILOSOPHY
My work is deeply influenced by the iconic fashion houses Yves Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, Balmain, and Helmut Newton photography.
Each represents something I connect with on a fundamental level.
Saint Laurent taught me about power dressing—the sharp precision of Le Smoking, the fearless use of transparency and sensuality, the architectural precision in tailoring.
YSL understood that true elegance lies in simplicity and purity of line, in the confidence of a woman in a perfectly cut tuxedo.
It’s about empowerment through clothing, breaking down gender barriers while maintaining an effortless sophistication.
Alexander McQueen showed me that fashion is theater, that it can be dark and romantic, beautiful and unsettling all at once.
I embrace his gothic sensibility — the intricate lacework, the dramatic silhouettes, the juxtaposition of soft and hard, feminine and masculine.
McQueen’s work was never about subtlety; it was about making a statement, about provoking emotion.
The skull motifs, the Victorian influences, the theatrical drama—they remind me that fashion can be art.
Balmain represents unapologetic maximalism and structured glamour. The strong shoulders, the cinched waists, the bold statement-making pieces that demand attention—Balmain is about power and confidence. It’s fashion that makes you stand taller.
I developed an eye for Boudoir Photography styling when I was modeling for magazines like Playboy, Maxim, QP, Pump, Oui, and Lui, mostly shot by Antoine Verglas, with a Maxim Next feature by Svetlana Frolova.
That experience allowed me to learn that a female body is to be celebrated. It doesn’t have to be on public display- that is a matter of personal choice- but to be irresistible to her husband, boyfriend, a partner - a woman should feel comfortable in her own skin, and there is nothing more empowering than seeing yourself look stunning and desirable in these very private photos which can be shared with the one who admires you. It definitely spices up the relationship!
To make this experience as private as possible for the ladies who dare to explore it - I have been styling these photo-sessions and taking photos myself- with just my iPhone. In such an intimate setting- being a female is definitely an advantage.
When I style, I’m blending all these influences together. Even if the outfit is casual, I find a way to give it a slight edge, or just a dash of sex-appeal.
My style is a little daring, 100% unapologetic, but always sophisticated.
It is very empowering to be able to create an elegant, sophisticated style while keeping it fresh and sexy.
But with great power comes great responsibility: the uncomfortable reality is the environmental problem with fast fashion, as well as the financial burden on young women who have yet to succeed. It lead me to start asking a very important question: how can we have it all without ruining ourselves?
Of course with lingerie it’s not possible, but with other clothing I decided to try shopping at vintage and re-sale shops. At first, I was ashamed of it. But then more information about the environmental damage and the realization that most people can’t afford these luxury items came to light and made me feel like I was on the right path.
Remembering my childhood and how I adjusted and flourished — like a flower breaking through a concrete wall — gave me certainty that I could adjust and achieve the luxury look while staying true to my personal values of being socially responsible and able to empower women from different walks of life.
That philosophy is what drove me to create Angjel’s Method — a way to improve people’s lives by helping them cultivate impeccable style and live in a sensual, unapologetic way while remaining socially responsible.