Mengwen is a Trends Strategist & China Strategist. In Synthesis, lots of her time is spent on the internet (小红书 Xiaohongshu is my best friend), keeping a finger on the pulse to stay ahead of buzzworthy trends to shape them into opportunities for our partners.
Come Thru by Summer Walker, I’m still in my Summer Walker era, living my best R&B life.
甄嬛传 Empresses in the Palace - The best legendary Gongdouju, period. I’ve watched it at least 60 times. If you want a real perspective on palace life, learn life lessons and how to survive catfights, watch it.
“Do not fear failure but please be terrified of regret”
As someone who is often afraid of facing failures, this quote holds so much truth and power for me. Whenever I am faced with difficult decisions, I use this as an empowering compass to guide and validate my choices.
A pair of dancing heels (10cm) – I started dancing more frequently this year, especially in the heels genre. This pair is professionally made with suede sole and leather. Super sleek and chic, living my best Beyonce backup dancer dream.
My holiday dresses - Normally, I wear monochrome colours, shirts and pants. But when I’m on holiday, I am in my full fairy princess 小仙女 mood, colour dress all the way. It looks great in photos too!
Chilli and spices. I'm from Chongqing, the hometown of Mala.
When I speak in different languages, my tone of voice changes drastically. I sound the most fierce & boss lady when I am speaking in my dialect 重庆话.
Xin Jiang. There is a saying: “If you have not been to Sayram Hu, you haven't lived”. I get emotional just scrolling through travel videos of XinJiang on Douyin, so I really look forward to planning a self-healing trip there.
“There is no harm in trying. You will never know the outcome unless you take the first step” – My Mom.
The time in 2019 when I travelled to Thailand with my grandma. My grandma is my idol, I love spending time with this feisty and inspiring lady. Seeing her so open to trying out new things and enjoying life to the fullest makes my heart full. Unfortunately, now long-distance travelling is too tiring for her so this is a very precious memory.
Aerial hammock. I enjoy spinning in the air and creating beautiful shapes on the hammock.
I’m good at switching between my introverted and extroverted self, depending on the situation.
Chicago. My first introduction to Broadway musicals, who wouldn’t fall in love with all that jazz?
My genuineness, professionalism and competence.
Continue to see where my passion and drive will take me, both for my career and hobbies.
