*roughly translated*
“The dragon is glowing with good fortune”
ELLE: In your hometown, are there any special customs for animal year?
Liu Wen: Actually, I didn’t know much about celebrating the Year of the Dragon when I was a child. It was only after I came to Beijing to work that I heard from my friends that one should wear red clothes or wear a red bracelet during the Year of the Dragon. However, due to the requirements of the modeling profession, it was not convenient to wear a red bracelet or waist rope. So I plan to find a red phone case to bring myself good luck.
How will you celebrate your birthday?
I celebrated my birthday at home last year. My parents prepared a birthday cake for me, also wrapped a small red envelope and cooked a bowl of longevity noodles. Although it is very simple, it is very ritualistic. I don’t know if I can go home to celebrate my birthday this year, but if time permits, I will go home to celebrate my birthday - you will always be a child who never grows up in front of your parents.
What is the first thing that reminds you of the image of “dragon”?
It is the only imaginary image among the twelve zodiac signs. The dragon represents human wisdom and is also a state of vigorous development, which makes people feel positive and full of vitality.
If you were to give yourself some good wishes for the new year, what would be the first thing that comes to your mind?
Good health, peace and joy to everyone.
What kind of gift will you give yourself in the new year?
I rarely buy gifts for myself. I am a casual person, and the gift does not necessarily have to be expensive, but it needs to be something that you really like, maybe give yourself a trip. I am very grateful that work allows us to have many beautiful things, and we choose to live a simpler life. Also, I hope that the green plants at home can be lush and green, full of expectation and happiness.
If there is a holiday in the new year and you want to take yourself on a trip, where will you choose?
My working hours are relatively flexible. Sometimes I take advantage of the breaks between work to relax. I really like the natural scenery of mountains and canyons and gurgling streams. I feel relaxed and comfortable in nature. But if it were a trip of my own, without work, I would like to go to Antarctica. I have been to the Arctic before and recently watched a documentary. The documentary said that penguins only love one person in their life. I want to see penguins and feel the majestic snow-capped mountains. Feel its charm in the most beautiful and powerful nature.
