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Inside Elly Lam’s fabulous life: the Hong Kong heiress and ‘It’ girl hangs out with ‘auntie’ Michelle Yeoh, Blackpink’s Rosé, Nicki Minaj and Gigi Hadid, and rocks Gucci and Dior – and Hermès bags

Hong Kong’s “It” girl Elly Lam looks elegant and refined wearing Bulgari jewellery. Photo: @elly/Instagram
Meet Eleanor Lam, known as Elly, whose heiress life is filled with such opulence and splendour that it would leave even Barbie green with envy.

The social media darling, who recently celebrated her birthday on July 11, has a whopping 162,000 (and counting) Instagram followers. With each post, she takes her global audience on a journey through jet-setting adventures, exquisite dinners, coveted luxury handbags and a wardrobe filled with designer pieces from Chanel, Jacquemus, Versace and more.

Elly Lam recently celebrated her Barbie-themed birthday with her twin brother Lucas Lam. Photo: @hlingling/Instagram

From glamorous red carpet events to the sun-soaked fields of Coachella, Lam’s Insta adventures are a visual feast for her adoring fans. Not only do we love her envy-inducing wardrobe, but her A-list pals, with names ranging from Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh to Blackpink’s Rosé, will also leave anyone awestruck.

Elly Lam wearing an alluring Gucci ‘fit. Photo: @elly/Instagram

As she carves her own path away from her famous parents’ pedigree, we can’t help but admire that Elly Lam is establishing herself as a true trendsetter in her own right.

So, what else to know about Hong Kong’s own “It” girl?

Elly Lam has an affluent family

Elly Lam with her business tycoon father Peter Lam and Taiwanese actress mother Lynn Hsieh. Photos: @elly/Instagram

Born into a world of wealth and fame, Elly is the daughter of esteemed Hong Kong tycoon Peter Lam and former Taiwanese actress-turned-painter Lynn Hsieh. They got married in 1980 but filed for divorce in 1993.

Her father was best known as the chairman of the property giant Lai Sun Development and its subsidiaries, which include the entertainment company Media Asia Group Holdings, famous for producing the iconic Infernal Affairs trilogy. He also holds key positions in the Hong Kong Tourism Board and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) today.
Elly Lam with her siblings and mum. Photo: @elly/Instagram
The second youngest, Elly has a twin brother Lucas and an influential older sister Emily Lam-Ho, who’s the founder of green initiatives 8 Shades and EcoDrive. The Lam family is known for their close-knit bond and Elly often shares snippets of their lives together on social media.

Whether it’s attending a glamorous Chanel gala dinner with her stylish mother or celebrating birthdays alongside her twin, Elly also has a special closeness with her big sister, affectionately calling her “Emmy bear” and looking up to her as a role model.

She made her society debut in Paris

Elly Lam of Hong Kong, one of the debutantes for the Parisian Le Bal des Debutantes 2014, dazzles in a Dior couture gown. Photo: SCMP Archives

Back in 2015, Lam had the honour of being one of the 24 young women who made their society debut at the esteemed Le Bal des Debutantes in Paris. The prestigious event took place at the Hotel Raphael, located in the heart of the captivating city. The Pepperdine graduate made a stunning entrance, adorned in a breathtaking Dior couture gown.

“I love the gorgeous beadings and intricate details such as pockets on each side, which are perfect for a lip gloss and an iPhone. It also comes with a tuxedo jacket, which gives the gown an edge,” she told us back in 2015.

Elly Lam at her fittings as she prepares for her society debut in 2014. Photo: SCMP Archive
The Le Bal event has played host to numerous Asian socialites from exceptional backgrounds over the years. In 2003, Wan Baobao, the granddaughter of former chairman of the China’s National People’s Congress made her appearance and a decade later, Isha Ambani, the daughter of Asia’s richest billionaire, took part in 2012, per Forbes.

Her Hollywood connection

Elly Lam with Pharrell Williams and Blackpink’s Rosé. Photo: @elly/Instagram

As we scroll through Lam’s Instagram page, we can’t help but be amazed by the slew of famous faces she has had the pleasure of hosting during their visits to Hong Kong.

From big Hollywood names like Pharrell Williams to superstar Rosé of Blackpink, whom Lam shared a cosy private dinner with, the socialite doesn’t shy away from showing off these encounters and dropping the occasional flex in her captions. For instance, when she had dinner with Rosé, she expressed their closeness by writing, “Rushed back to HK just for you.”
Oscar award-winning actress Michelle Yeoh and Elly Lam. Photo: @elly/Instagram
But that’s not all – Lam has also formed close bonds with some of these famous faces. One notable example is when Malaysian-Hong Kong actress Michelle Yeoh won her historic Oscar, Lam took to Instagram to congratulate her “auntie”, expressing admiration for her as a perpetual inspiration to women everywhere.
Elly Lam with rapper Nicki Minaj and model Gigi Hadid. Photo: @elly/Instagram

As if that’s not enough, Lam has also shared the stage dancing with one of the world’s biggest female rappers Nicki Minaj, and struck a pose next to supermodel Gigi Hadid at a private British Vogue soirée last year.

Designer duds and handbags

Elly Lam stuns in her designer clothing. Photo: @elly/Instagram

Just like other socialites and rich “It” girls, Lam takes great pleasure in curating a wardrobe filled with the world’s finest designer clothing, handbags and shoes.

She has worn exquisite Gucci ensembles on multiple occasions but also surprised us with a Giambattista Valli haute couture number.

Elly Lam wearing Giambattista Valli haute couture (left) and toting her neon pink Valentino Garavani bag (right). Photos: @elly/Instagram

Her shoes range from breathtaking Roger Vivier heels to Prada pumps, adding a touch of elegance to her overall look. But what we adore the most is her trove of luxurious handbags. She loves her Hermès bags and keeps up with the latest must-have items like the neon pink Valentino Garavani.

Jet-setting life

Elly Lam enjoying herself at music festival Coachella and Hokkaido, Japan. Photos: @elly/Instagram

From snow-filled Hokkaido to the extraordinary Coachella festival, Lam’s love for travel and luxury knows no bounds. The socialite also seeks serene retreats and frequently returns to beautiful tropical islands like Bali.

Elly Lam chilling in Bali and posing in front of The Beverly Hills Hotel, in California. Photos: @elly/Instagram

From the luxurious W Bali and The Apurva Kempinski Bali to the exclusive Amanusa private villa in the Nusa Dua area, priced from US$2,000 to US$3,000 per night according to the official website, she indulges in opulent stays like there’s no tomorrow.

In addition to revisiting familiar destinations like Malibu and Beverly Hills, where she attended university, Lam also delights in returning to the picturesque island of Capri, a short private jet flight away from Sicily, and exploring the charms of Montenegro.
Elly Lam posing at the Aman Sveti Stefan Resorts and strolling around the charming streets of Capri, Italy. Photos: @elly/Instagram

During her stay in the Balkan state, she lived in the enchanting Villa Miločer at Aman Sveti Stefan, a former summer residence of Queen Marija Karadordević. A night’s stay in the villa ranges from US$1,000 to US$2,000, providing a truly luxurious experience for our Hong Kong “It” girl.

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  • Eleanor Lam lives a life of luxury as her stunning Instagram photos show – from staying in villas literally fit for a queen, to hanging out with A-listers like Michelle Yeoh and Pharrell Williams
  • The heiress’ envy-inducing wardrobe is filled with Gucci pieces, Prada pumps, ultra-expensive Hermès bags, and Dior and Giambattista Valli couture – and she’s got the latest neon-pink Valentino Garavani