Sui He

About Sui He

Sui He was born on September 23, 1989, in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, growing up in a middle-class family of Han Chinese descent, with parents who supported her ambitions despite their traditional background. She completed high school and briefly studied at a local college before pursuing modeling full-time, forgoing further formal education. Known in the industry as “Sui,” she was scouted at 17 in 2006 during a shopping trip in Wenzhou, entering a local modeling contest that led to her signing with China Bentley Culture Development Co. Moving to Beijing, she debuted in 2008 with a local fashion campaign, but her international breakthrough came in 2010 at the Fall Ralph Lauren show in New York, launching her global career.

She is part of the "Golden Army" of Chinese supermodels that dominated the runway from 2010 to the present with Fei Fei Sun, Ming Xi, Xiao Wen Ju, Yilan Hua, Shu Pei, He Cong, Jing Wen, Xin Xie, Yuan Bo Chao and Chu Wong. Sui’s modeling career soared, making her a trailblazer as the first Asian model to open a Ralph Lauren runway show in 2011. Signed with New York Model Management, Fashion Model Management (Milan), and Bravo Models (Tokyo), she walked for Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Shiatzy Chen, and became the second Chinese model to walk for Victoria’s Secret in 2011, appearing annually through 2018. Her editorial work includes covers for Vogue China (September 2013, August 2023), W Magazine (May 2013), Harper’s Bazaar China, and i-D, with campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Karl Lagerfeld, H&M, and Shiseido. Ranked #13 on models.com’s Top 50 in 2013, she worked with photographers like Mario Testino, earning millions at her peak.

Sui maintains a strong social media presence, with over 800,000 Instagram followers (@hesui923), sharing modeling shoots, travel, and glimpses of her personal life. Her mainstream career is limited, with appearances in short films like Vogue China’s digital content and Ralph Lauren’s The Polo Shirt (2014), but no major TV or film roles. She has guest-starred on Chinese fashion shows and attended events like the Met Gala (2012–2018). Her advocacy for Asian representation and cultural pride, often shared in Mandarin, has made her a role model, with brand ambassadorships for Michael Kors and Swarovski enhancing her influence beyond modeling.

At 5’10” (178 cm) with measurements of 31-23-34 inches, Sui He possesses a slender, statuesque frame, long black hair, and almond-shaped dark eyes that convey elegance and intensity. Her high cheekbones, flawless skin, and delicate features create a versatile beauty, excelling in both high-fashion runways and commercial campaigns like Shiseido. Her sex appeal lies in her poised yet approachable charm, earning her the title “China’s runway star” by Vogue China. Photographers like Greg Kadel and peers like Liu Wen praise her “refined, magnetic allure,” with W Magazine noting her “graceful, global appeal” that has elevated Asian visibility in fashion.

Sui has faced minimal controversies, maintaining a professional image. Her sexuality is reported as straight, and she keeps her personal life private, with no confirmed relationships or children as of 2025. Her net worth is estimated at $3–5 million, driven by modeling and endorsements. Critics occasionally note her limited mainstream crossover compared to peers like Liu Wen, but her focus on cultural advocacy and philanthropy, including support for education initiatives in China, has earned respect, keeping her career scandal-free.

At 35 in 2025, Sui He’s legacy as a pioneering Chinese supermodel endures, breaking barriers for Asian models in global fashion. On platforms like models.com, fans call her a “trailblazer,” with one commenter noting, “Sui’s elegance opened doors for Asian models.” Her 2019 quote to Vogue China, “Beauty is about confidence and heritage,” reflects her ethos. Currently, she splits time between New York and Shanghai, appearing in Vogue China’s October 2025 issue and a 2025 Ralph Lauren campaign. Her advocacy for Asian representation, sustainable fashion, and selective modeling solidify her as an inspiring figure in the industry.5.2s

As of January 2026, Sui has amassed 1.6 million followers on Instagram.