Our Muse: Andreane Rellou
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Introduced by Francesca de Luca, Andreane Rellou became the muse for our first photoshoot and collection. We believe that everyone has an interesting story. Here is a glimpse into the world of our amazingly passionate and multi-faceted muse—Andreane.
What is your story? Tell us about yourself.
My name is Andreane Rellou and I was born in sunny Athens, Greece. I've had a very unconventional path, career-wise; I moved to England in 2016 and studied music as an undergraduate at the University of York, a place that I was heartbroken to leave after three wonderful years, but then I moved to London and trained at drama school. Frustratingly, that's when the pandemic hit, and much like with many others my entire life was derailed. So, I decided to give in to my lifelong love of writing as a means to escape reality - I took short courses, read every screenwriting manual I could get my hands on, and of course, wrote whenever possible! Along the way I discovered a great love for history, archives and research. Through my work as an actress and filmmaker, I've been able to combine pretty much all the above in my creative projects.
So, long story short, I'm a classical singer, turned actress, turned writer and filmmaker, turned archivist... who also works as a model on the side.
Can you talk about your current projects? How do you come up with your ideas?
I've been developing a project called 'The Three Graces' for nearly five years now, which was spurred from my lifelong love of the Pre-Raphaelite art movement. I didn't know, however, that three very significant figures involved in the movement were Greek women. I've spent countless hours exhaustively researching their forgotten stories, and I'm utterly fascinated by how Marie Spartali Stillman, Maria Zambaco and Aglaia Coronio shook up Victorian London. The results are, my short film 'The Three Graces' (2026) which is at the tail-end of post-production, as well as a detailed biography book of the three women. Our team is hoping to develop their story into a TV series.
Apart from that, I'm developing a few other scripts, both here and in Greece - a female buddy film, a period drama about an autistic Greek woman, and a gothic feature film. A lot of my ideas emerge from my interest in the history of art, neurodiversity/disability and improving the representation of immigrant communities in the film and TV industry.
What do you wish women could do more of?
Listen to their intuition, rather than societal expectations of what womanhood is meant to be or look like. I'm still young, but I believe fervently that there is no expiration date on one's worth. "It's a short trip. Enjoy it."
What do you admire about yourself?
I've always been incredibly sensitive. From my childhood until well into my twenties, I was repeatedly told this was a kind of fatal flaw, an unsustainable way to live in society. It wasn't until much more recently that I've come to accept it as a gift. My sensitivity allows me to experience a profound sense of connection with the world around me. It makes me braver, and bolder; it is why I fight so passionately for what I believe in. My sensitivity is precisely why I'm good at research and analysis, and why I have such deep appreciation for art and nature. I think I've become quite resilient in the process of radical self-acceptance, but it hasn't been easy.
I am also very good in a crisis!
Who or what inspires you?
My older sister, Aristea Rellou, who has been my role model since forever. But also Audrey Hepburn. The Pre-Raphaelites. Florence Welch, and particularly Dance Fever. Paris Paloma. Dave Malloy and his wild, wonderful musicals. Monet's Rouen Cathedral series. Hayao Miyazaki. The band Stornoway. Late-night walks in Athens. The Lake District. Grandad Glyn.
What gives you joy?
My partner, Jacob, and our sweet silver tabby Naoko. Dancing. Time and space to write for hours and hours. Being back home in Greece, ideally cuddling our family dog Bambi and devouring my mum's pastitsio or kokkinisto.
How does jewelry make you feel?
Empowered! It's an ancient form of self-expression. Plus, I tend to fidget a lot, so rings are particularly good for soothing and relaxing!
Which piece from the Eloré Collection do you like most?
The Floral Crawler earring, it's so beautifully crafted.You can find Andreane on multiple platforms including Instagram @andreanerellou
