We recently connected with Evelyn Spencer and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Evelyn, thanks for joining us today. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?

I think I first knew I was creative when I realized I saw things differently than other people. I could look at an outfit, a room, a photo, or even a person’s energy and instantly imagine how to make it feel better, look better, or tell a story.

Creativity never really felt like a choice for me — it showed up in how I dressed, how I expressed myself, how I connected with people, and how I turned emotions into ideas. Even during hard seasons of life, creating was one of the few things that made me feel like myself again.

Over time, I realized being creative wasn’t just about fashion or aesthetics. It was about vision, emotion, problem solving, and helping people feel seen and inspired. That’s when I knew it was part of who I am, not just something I liked doing.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

My name is Eve, also known as “evethestylist,” and I’m a creative, wardrobe stylist, community advocate, and entrepreneur based in Baltimore. Creativity has always been a part of who I am. Fashion, storytelling, aesthetics, and human connection naturally became the language I use to express myself and connect with others. Over time, what started as a passion evolved into a purpose-driven brand rooted in confidence, transformation, and authenticity.

I entered the fashion and creative industry through hands-on experience, networking, producing my own concepts, and simply believing in my vision before anyone else did. I’ve coordinated and participated in projects such as the Artscape Fashion Show and fashion events at MGM Casino while building relationships with local designers, photographers, models, and creatives throughout Baltimore. I independently fund many of my own shoots and creative projects because I strongly believe in investing in myself and my ideas.

My work goes beyond styling clothes. I help people rediscover confidence, identity, and self-expression. Through wardrobe styling, closet editing, creative direction, and image consulting, I help clients feel more aligned with who they are and how they want to show up in the world. Sometimes people don’t need an entirely new wardrobe — they need clarity, confidence, and someone who can help them see themselves differently.

What sets me apart is that my brand is rooted in real life, growth, and emotional connection. I’m not trying to sell perfection. I’m someone who has experienced grief, healing, rebuilding, and transformation, and I bring that honesty into everything I create. I understand that style is personal and emotional. Fashion is not just about trends — it’s about energy, confidence, storytelling, and self-worth.

Outside of styling, I’m deeply passionate about community impact and empowerment. I currently serve as a Program Manager for Suited to Succeed at Dress for Success Greater Baltimore, where we provide women with free professional clothing and resources to help build confidence as they re-enter the workforce and pursue new career opportunities. Through both my nonprofit work and styling services, I strive to help people feel seen, empowered, prepared, and confident in themselves.

I believe creativity should not only inspire people visually but also create opportunities, meaningful connections, and positive change within communities.

One of the things I’m most proud of is my resilience and ability to continue creating despite life’s challenges. I’ve learned how to rebuild myself, remain independent, and still show up with vision and purpose. I’m proud that my work reflects growth, authenticity, and individuality rather than trying to fit into a mold.

I want potential clients, followers, and supporters to know that my brand is about more than fashion. It’s about evolution, confidence, healing, and expression. Whether I’m styling someone, producing creative content, mentoring, or building community spaces, I want people to feel inspired to fully embrace themselves unapologetically.

At the core of everything I do is the belief that creativity can change how people see themselves — and that’s powerful.

How about pivoting – can you share the story of a time you’ve had to pivot?

One of the biggest pivots in my life happened after experiencing personal loss, emotional burnout, and realizing I needed to rebuild myself from the inside out. There was a period where I felt disconnected from who I was creatively and emotionally. Instead of allowing that season to break me, I used it as a turning point.

I had to reevaluate everything — my mindset, my environment, my relationships, and even the way I viewed success. I realized that creativity alone wasn’t enough; I also needed healing, structure, discipline, and purpose. That season forced me to become more self-aware and intentional about the life I wanted to create for myself.

Professionally, I pivoted by combining my love for fashion and creativity with community impact and empowerment. Instead of only focusing on aesthetics, I began focusing on how style and presentation could help people rebuild confidence and reclaim their identity. That shift naturally aligned with my work at Dress for Success Greater Baltimore, where I help women prepare to re-enter the workforce with confidence through professional styling and support.

I also had to learn how to adapt as an entrepreneur and creative. There were moments where opportunities didn’t go as planned, events didn’t receive the support I expected, or projects had to be reworked entirely. Instead of seeing those moments as failures, I learned how to pivot, adjust, and keep moving forward. I stopped viewing setbacks as rejection and started seeing them as redirection.

Personally, one of my biggest pivots was choosing myself fully — prioritizing my mental health, growth, sobriety, peace, and future over temporary distractions. That decision changed the way I show up in my career, relationships, and creative work.

Looking back, I’m grateful for every pivot because each one brought me closer to the person I’m becoming. It taught me resilience, adaptability, and how to create from a place of authenticity rather than survival.

Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?

One thing I think non-creatives sometimes struggle to understand is that being creative is not something you simply “turn on and off.” Creativity is deeply connected to emotion, observation, life experiences, and personal energy. A lot of creatives carry the pressure of constantly producing, evolving, and staying inspired while also navigating real life behind the scenes.

People often only see the final product — the photo shoot, the styling, the event, the content, the aesthetic — but they don’t always see the emotional labor, self-doubt, financial sacrifice, long hours, or personal growth that happens behind it. Many creatives invest in themselves long before others believe in their vision. Sometimes we are funding our own projects, creating opportunities for ourselves, and building from pure faith and determination.

I also think non-creatives may not fully understand how personal creative work can feel. When you create from a genuine place, your work becomes an extension of your thoughts, emotions, experiences, and identity. That’s why rejection, lack of support, or being misunderstood can feel deeply personal at times. But at the same time, creativity can also be incredibly healing and transformative.

Another thing I’ve learned is that creativity requires discipline just as much as talent. People often romanticize the creative lifestyle, but consistency, resilience, networking, adaptability, and self-belief are what truly sustain you long term. There are moments when you have to continue creating even when you’re tired, uncertain, or rebuilding yourself personally.

My journey has taught me that being creative is not just about making things look beautiful — it’s about storytelling, connection, emotion, and impact. Creativity has allowed me to turn pain into purpose, ideas into opportunities, and self-expression into a way to help others feel seen and empowered.

If there’s one insight I would share with anyone pursuing a creative path, it’s this: don’t wait for perfect conditions or constant validation to believe in yourself. A lot of creative journeys are built in quiet moments, through trial and error, sacrifice, and persistence long before recognition ever comes.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Evethestylist
• Youtube: Evelyn Nichole