Create an Edward Gorey-inspired illustration featuring a mysterious woman in a wide-brimmed hat, adorned with vintage accessories such as a pearl necklace and a decorative flower pinned to her dress. Render her with meticulous cross-hatching, giving texture to the fabric of her gown and subtle depth to her facial features. Capture a playful, enigmatic expression that hints at both charm and menace, true to Gorey’s signature detached and eerie style. Use a minimal background, leaving areas of negative space to amplify the sense of stillness and tension. Add small symbolic motifs, such as a black bird perched nearby or a pocket watch draped across her wrist, to evoke hidden meaning. The overall tone should blend elegance with unease, creating a surreal narrative suspended between beauty and subtle discomfort, in the spirit of Gorey’s storytelling.