Chinese models have been all the rage in the past few years as we’ve seen some of the biggest names in fashion introducing not just Chinese models but more Asian models down their runways and in their fashion campaigns. Du Juan, Liu Wen and Liu Dan are just some of the leading names from this new wave of exotic, fresh-faced models.

As Chinese model Liu Wen arrives in Hong Kong to walk the Marc Jacobs Autumn 2011 runway this season, we take the opportunity to speak to her about what it takes to be on top, how she had her breakthrough in the fashion world and what it’s like as a Chinese model in a world dominated by European, North and South American long-legged beauties.

See our interview with Humberto Leon and Carol Lim of Opening Ceremony here.

For Liu Wen, modelling wasn’t always on her mind, she admits that because she was always taller than most around her, her parents took special care to make sure she was comfortable in her own skin. Though only currently 23, she had previously intended to pursue a career as a tour guide. But one day, in hopes of winning a Lenovo computer, she took part in the New Silk Road World Model Contest in Yangzhou and placed first, a mere year after Du Juan took home the same prize.

See our video interview with Lulu Guinness here.

From there her career skyrocketed and her signature walk graced the runways of Calvin Klein, Alexander Wang, Victoria’s Secret and she’s played cover girl in Marie Claire China, Vogue Portugal, Elle China and L’Officiel Singapore.

To watch our interview with Liu Wen and to learn more about her recipe towards success in fashion, watch video above.