Bling Empire was positioned as a Selling Sunset meets Crazy Rich Asians hybrid. But beyond the glamorous lifestyles, million-dollar jewels, and parties, the show’s heroes became breakout stars of their own — and none more so than Jaime Xie. While the Netflix show may have put Xie into the spotlight, the 22-year-old fashion entrepreneur, tech heiress, model, socialite, and TV star has forged a path beyond her born wealth. It’s easy to put Xie in a box: yet another “influencer” with brand deals and a good photographer. But she is marked by an air of humility, and a newly-found love of sneaker culture.