Bai was photographed exclusively for MODELS.com by Maximilian Mair, with styling by Bianca Diocesano (assisted by Riccardo Masala). Thanks to Cynthia & Yun Lai.

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Name:
Bai Ruien (@ruien.bai_model)

Pronouns:
he/him

Agency:
Metropolitan / M Management / Makers (Paris), Fashion Model Management (Milan), PRM Agency (London), Yunic Models Management (mother agency)

Age:
20

Height:
6’2.5″

Place of Origin:
I’m based in Kunming, a southern town in China

Ethnic Origin:
Chinese

Birthsign:
Sagittarius


Did you always want to be a model? Tell us about how you were discovered.
I never thought about becoming a model; I was a thousand miles from thinking that I could become a model. I was discovered on XiaoHongshie (Little Red Book), a Chinese social media site.

Most memorable modeling experience so far?
My most memorable modeling experience was to be an exclusive at the Prada FW24 show in Milan.

One song you have on repeat, and why?
The Loneliness by Babyface because the lyrics and melody make me feel good and chill.

What other passions do you have aside from modeling?
I practice surfing a lot (also professionally), and I really like analog photography!

What is something you’ve always wanted to do/try?
I dream about traveling all around the world to discover incredible landscapes and different cultures.

What’s one thing people may be surprised to find out about you?
I’m a surf teacher :)

What change would you like to see in the world?
Due to my passion for surfing, I fight against ocean pollution!