From the vast landscapes of Canada to the cobblestoned streets of Salzburg, Scout's journey has been anything but ordinary. Shaped by a childhood spent across Canada’s coasts and prairies, years building a career in Vancouver, and now a new chapter in Austria, she carries with her both the openness of home and the curiosity of an explorer.
In this conversation, she reflects on what it means to grow up Canadian, to embrace the adventure of moving abroad, and to balance a thriving career with the beauty of personal milestones—from a sun-soaked wedding in Tuscany to preparing for motherhood.
Through it all, her sense of style remains effortless, her love for jewelry deeply personal, and her belief in being her own muse stronger than ever.
Growing Up in Canada
Scout, you grew up in Vancouver - a city surrounded by mountains and ocean, with such a rich mix of cultures and influences. It feels like the kind of place that leaves a mark on anyone who calls it home. What was it like for you to grow up there, and how do you think those early years shaped who you are today?
While I spent my last decade in Canada in Vancouver, I actually grew up in various different parts of the country—living everywhere from the far East Coast, to Toronto, to the prairies where I spent most of my childhood.
That being said, Vancouver has been my home in my adult years, and I definitely think it shaped my love for all the things a vibrant city has to offer—great food, art, architecture, and diverse influences and lived experiences. I also loved the mix of fun city life and access to nature in Vancouver—it’s definitely shaped my love for the outdoors.
For someone who has never been, Canada can be hard to imagine - it’s vast, diverse, and unique in its spirit. How would you describe it, especially Vancouver, to someone who has never set foot there? What does it feel like, and what parts of it do you still carry with you now that you live abroad? What are your favorite places in Vancouver?
I have a very special place in my heart for Canada. The people in particular are very friendly, which is something I really appreciate every time we go home.
The biggest defining thing that comes to mind for me is the nature—the vast mountain ranges, sprawling prairies, oceans on both coasts, and massive lakes and rivers throughout. It’s a very beautiful place to have called home, and even after almost 30 years there I’m still in awe whenever I’m home.
When it comes to Vancouver, I’d say a lot of my favourite spots are restaurants (especially now living in a smaller city that has fewer options). A few favourites are: Livia (for brunch & fresh sourdough), Magari by Oca for the best pasta in the city, and honestly so many sushi and seafood restaurants—I miss oysters & sushi constantly!
The Move to Austria
Recently, you traded the West Coast for Salzburg - quite the contrast, both in landscape and in lifestyle. What inspired you to make that move, and how has settling into Austria felt so far?
My husband got a job in Salzburg, which was the more formal catalyst, but we had been ready for a change of scenery for a few years. My husband is from Vancouver, and I’d been living there for a decade at this point.
We both kind of felt like our options were either settle down and really put down roots, or up and move somewhere and go on an adventure. It felt like the right time to do it, with no pets, kids, or property tying us down, and when this job opportunity came up we said YES!
Living abroad always brings surprises - cultural differences, little habits, even personal shifts. What’s been the most striking difference for you between life in Vancouver and life in Salzburg?
The biggest thing is for sure the language—we’re doing our best to learn German, but it’s definitely not easy. Even the smallest things (getting clothes dry-cleaned, booking a dentist appointment) require a whole different layer of logistics when you’re navigating it in a different language.
I’m super keen to continue learning German, especially now that we’re expecting our first baby (who will go to German-speaking daycare), and it gets easier all the time!
Career Journey
You’ve had such a rich path - from startups, Vitruvi, to now shaping global brand marketing at Red Bull. Can you tell us a bit more about what your day-to-day looks like now, and what you enjoy most about the work you’re doing?
I’ve known since I was 5 years old (really!) that I wanted to work in marketing—it’s what my mom did, and was a no-brainer for me. I only applied to one university because I heard it had the best program to kickstart a career in marketing, and from there I’ve always known this would be my path!
While the startup world is very different from one at a global brand, the element that has been consistent throughout my career is a very people-powered day-to-day. Whether it’s directly managing people, stakeholder management, or more collaboration, a day doesn’t go by that I don’t work cross-functionally with many different teams, which is part of what I love so much!
Personal Life
Your wedding in Tuscany looked like something out of a movie - sun-soaked, romantic, and full of joy. When you think back to that day, what moments stand out most vividly for you? And, since we love love stories - how did you and your partner first meet?
We actually met almost 11 years ago at a house party. We exchanged numbers and texted for a few months not living in the same city (he was away for university). When he moved back to Vancouver for the summer, we went on a few dates—all was going well, but then I got an internship and ended up moving across the country (and later across the globe to Paris to study)—and not coming back for 2 years.
We kept talking, and after a very long, 2-year “get to know each other” period, officially started dating years after we’d met.
Our wedding was my favourite week of my life. When we got engaged, the biggest piece of advice we got was “it goes by so fast.” So we thought, okay, let’s make it 5 days long. We skipped having an engagement party, bridal shower, or stag / stagette and instead did 5 days all together in Tuscany with 30 of our closest people.
What stands out to me the most is that by the time the wedding came around, everybody was so relaxed and comfortable with each other, that we all actually enjoyed it—no stress, no logistics, just a lot of love :)
Now you’re preparing for motherhood - another beautiful milestone in your journey. How are you approaching this transition, and are there women in your life who guide or inspire the way you want to step into it?
My last day of work is actually today (in Austria you stop work 2 months before your due date, which is incredible). I do feel like I’ll have a lot more time and energy to prepare over these next 8 weeks when I’m not working, and plan to really focus on physical health and exercise, mental wellbeing and rest, and birth prep.
So far though, I’ve done lots of reading, and really enjoyed engaging with other moms online who are full of incredible support and advice! My mom is of course a huge inspiration to me—she navigated motherhood and career in the 90’s with so much grace and I really look up to her. Otherwise, there are a handful of moms in my network also choosing to have babies abroad, and I’ve found their journeys super inspiring to follow along with as doing this so far from home can feel scary!
Style & Jewelry
Your style feels refined yet effortless - polished but never overdone. It’s the kind of style that feels timeless. If you had to capture it in just a few words, how would you describe it?
Comfortable & classic. I love timeless styles, and love the famous Coco Chanel rule that before you leave the house you should look in the mirror and take one thing off—when it comes to personal style I think less is more.
Jewelry seems to play a consistent role in your look, whether for everyday wear or special occasions. Is there a particular piece that holds a special place in your life or your story?
I’m a big fan of “everyday pieces” and have my staples that I never take off. First of course is my engagement ring & wedding band stack—my husband had them designed by a friend and very talented jeweler in Vancouver, Noon Jewellery, and they are so special to me.
I also wear my gold hoops, and my Muse of My Own dainty gold bracelet stack daily—I love subtle pops of gold that elevate everyday looks.
And of course, you chose our Light Set for yourself - what caught your eye about it, and how do you like to wear it?
Every day! I’ve been looking for a delicate, solid gold bracelet set for years, and when I saw this I knew it was the perfect one. It almost feels like one of those bracelets that is welded onto you in that it’s super understated yet beautiful, and has become a part of my everyday uniform.
Being a Muse
At Muse of My Own, we believe being a muse means owning your story and direction - being inspired by yourself as much as by others. Right now, in this season of your life, what makes you feel most like the muse of your own journey?
Right now, for me, it’s about trusting my intuition. Knowing that motherhood is right around the corner, and is the biggest shift so far in my life I’ll undergo, I’m leaning into trusting myself, having confidence in what feels right, and knowing that I’m capable of everything I need to do for this chapter ahead!
Everyone has sources of inspiration, whether it’s people close to us or figures we admire from afar. Whose energy or style inspires you most these days?
My favourite creators right now are @gretalouisetome (I love how she romanticizes her life and isn’t afraid to share her joy), and @madelinecwhite (I love how authentic she is, how she connects with her audiences, and how inspiring her DIYs are!).
I also always take inspiration from art and architecture, and have over 20,000 posts in my IG save folder!
Light Touches to Close
If you could sit down with a younger version of yourself - maybe just starting her career back in Vancouver - what would you say to her now?
That your 30’s are like your 20’s but with cash and confidence 😉 Keep working hard, keep being yourself, and it’s all going to feel so much easier one day.
And finally, to end on a fun note: what’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?
Hmmm this is a fun one. I think people would be surprised to know that I don’t post everything on socials. I know people think that because I share lots they see the full picture, but when it comes to the really big stuff, and the important parts, I tend to keep a lot of that to myself.
I didn’t post about my engagement for weeks after it happened, I didn’t post a thing the week of our wedding, and I didn’t share about the move to Austria until we were literally on the plane.
I think the balance between sharing the fun stuff, but also living your life in the real world, is super important. While I love connecting with people online, there’s a whole life behind the screen that people don’t see.
All images courtesy of Scout Stevens.