Elena
Li Chen

Born in Spain with Chinese heritage, Elena brings a grounded confidence to everything she does. Her passion for health, fitness, and understanding the connection between mind and body is more than a lifestyle,  it’s how she stays centered, focused, and fully present, both on set and off.

Her career has seen her work with global powerhouses including Cartier, Vogue France, and La Prairie - each one a proud milestone. But it was her first lingerie campaign for Intimissimi, shot in Venice, that stands out. From the dreamy styling to the energy on set, it was a defining moment and where she met her best friend, now like a sister.

Cape Town is the place she holds closest. “It’s where I found my people,” she says. “Open-minded, warm, and free, everything just flows there.”

Between flights and fittings, Elena finds balance in the simple things - daily gratitude, matcha rituals, and a quiet love for pushing past fear. Her presence is intentional, calm, and quietly magnetic.