life.style.etc.

JENNY WUN

PRINCIPAL OF WEST ONE REAL ESTATE TEAM, CO-FOUNDER OF PARALLEL PROJECT MARKETING, PODCASTER, SALES COACH

WORDS + PHOTOGRAPHY LIA CROWE

I meet Jenny in front of Parq Vancouver for our photo shoot, and I’m greeted with a glowing, enthusiastic personality, a jump-into-action professional vibe and a sparkly jumpsuit, which tells me that this woman’s sense of style has a little something special going on.

So it’s no surprise to learn that in her 17-year career, Jenny has earned a long record of achievements and a reputation as a top salesperson in the Lower Mainland. Asked what fires her up the most about her work, Jenny says, “It’s mentoring and coaching my team to be wildly successful in their own journey; building a ‘life by design’ model; and providing impactful feedback to the development industry to help plan, shape and connect communities and neighbourhoods in our world-class city.”

Outside of work, Jenny continues to inspire with her various passions, which include working on shoreline cleanup, personal and spiritual development and women’s empowerment.

Asked what life lessons she has recently learned, she says, “That making a difference with impact is more important than making an impression. Also having a daily focus on being intentional and ‘on purpose’ builds something of value and gives more meaning to my life.”

Jenny describes her professional style as polished, chic, form-fitting and high-class, but at the end of the day, good style to Jenny is simply being comfortable with self-expression. “Fashion comes and goes, but style is an extension of your personality and spirit. I’m inspired by many different styles, and intrigued by how it connects with someone’s confidence. I love the boho chic style when I’m in my self-love zone. My go-to everyday wear is active streetwear. When I’m at work, I love my one-piece power dresses with heels.”

STYLE INSPIRATIONS & LIFE

Style icon: Twiggy.

Favourite fashion stylist: Rob Zangardi.

Favourite artist: Takashi Murakami and architect Zaha Hadid.

Favourite fashion designer or brand: Victoria Beckham.

Favourite musician: Jay-Z.

Era of time that inspires your style: I love 1970s jumpsuits (they elongate my body and legs).

TV show that inspires your style or that you just love the style of: Sex and the City.

Album on current rotation: Chilombo by Jhené Aiko.

Favourite flower: Peonies. Favourite city to visit: Sydney, Australia.

Favourite app: Flipboard and Insight Timer.

Favourite place in the whole world: The ocean.

One thing that consistently lifts your spirits during these hard times: Meditation and just breathing.

FASHION & BEAUTY

Uniform: White chic blazer, bandeau top with shorts or high-waisted pants.

Currently coveting: High-waisted skirts and stilettos.

Favourite pair of shoes: Valentino black cross “Rockstud” ankle boots. Favourite day bag: My crossbody bag from Scuola del Cuoio; it’s original and one-of-a-kind, made by leather artisans in Florence, Italy.

Favourite work tool: Quay light-blocking eyeglasses.

Favourite jewellery piece or designer: Tom Ford sunglasses.

Fashion obsession: Knee-high boots with a mini skirt or shorts (they are sexy AF).

Accessory you spend the most money on: Hats from Goorin Bros Hat Shop.

Necessary indulgence for either fashion or beauty: Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer for the radiant Brazilian goddess glow all year round.

Moisturizer: SK-II R.N.A Power Radical.

Scent: Prada Candy.

Must-have hair product: Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo.

Beauty secret: SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0—apply two to three times a week.

READING MATERIAL

What do you read online for style: OliviaPalermo.com.

Fave print magazine: GQ (men’s).

Fave style blog: Sincerely Jules.

Coffee table book/photography book: Modern Color by Fred Herzog.

Last great read: Canada 150 Women by Paulina Cameron.

Book currently reading: Principles by Ray Dalio (still pushing through the final 200 of 592 pages of it).

Favourite book of all time: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.