According to my own perception of elves based mostly on my favorite fantasy novels and movies. Nerd alert :)

• Graceful.
• Lithe.
• Flexible.
• Long & lean.
• Ability to come and go undetected, seemingly appearing and disappearing.
• Ability to walk through the forest noiselessly, as if floating.
• In tune with nature.
• Heightened senses.
• Quick and darting like a deer.
• Pale, smooth, unmarred skin & delicate features.
• Observant & intuitive.
• Age very slowly or be altogether immortal.
• Pointed ears.
• Radiate light from the inside, out. Resplendent.
• Healing powers.
• Builder of fantastic tree dwellings.
• Ethereal.
• Generally peaceful but a fierce warrior when threatened.
• Intuitive.
• Quiet and reflective. Speaking when there is something worthwhile to say.
• Communication with non-human animals and other elements of nature.
• Fair & hypnotizing. Entrancing.