Meet Isla, the radiant Nalu Babe taking Texas by storm.
Known on Instagram as @Islatuya, Isla embodies a mix of femininity, romance, and care that makes her a perfect fit for the Nalu Bay Swimwear family. Though originally from Mexico, she’s spent most of her life in the Lone Star State, and her love for adventure, the outdoors, and fashion shines through in every project she takes on.
For Isla, modeling isn’t just about looking beautiful, it’s about living her dreams. She shares that her biggest accomplishment was walking for DC Swim Week Shows powered by Miami Swim Week Shows for NYFW. “It was my first time in NYC, and to be able to go there for a big runway show was something very, very special for me,” she says. For Isla, stepping onto that runway was more than a modeling milestone, it was a fulfillment of her childhood dreams.
As a child, Isla’s dream job shifted from being a teacher to becoming a model. Even back then, she loved imagining herself on a glamorous runway, bringing style and confidence to life. Today, she’s living out that dream while embracing her feminine, romantic, and caring personality, proving that hard work and passion can turn childhood visions into reality.
When she’s not modeling, Isla loves to spend her free time fully engaged in activities that bring her joy. Whether she’s baking, cooking a four-course meal, sunbathing, going for a picnic, riding her bike, or detailing her car, she’s always doing something creative and fulfilling. “You will always find me doing something with my free time,” she laughs, showing her vibrant energy and zest for life.
Isla has fun facts that make her even more relatable and inspiring. She didn’t wear her first bikini until she was 18, once avoided the sun for fear of tanning, and now loves soaking up the rays. She went from not being able to do a single sit-up in high school to doing hundreds today, and she even has a custom stereo system in her car. Her dedication and playful spirit make her a true Nalu Babe inside and out.
Looking ahead, Isla wants to take her swimwear modeling career to the next level by traveling with brands for their campaigns. She aspires to be known as the “tiny bikini model,” making a name for herself through boldness, confidence, and dedication. Her adventurous spirit and love for her craft ensure she’s always ready for the next exciting opportunity.
Isla leaves our younger readers with empowering advice: “Follow YOUR dreams. Not your friends or anyone on social media. And do not give your energy to those who don’t like to see you win. If you have friends that are jealous of you, they are not your friends. Protect your energy, it’s super important.” With her confidence, ambition, and radiant personality, Isla proves that protecting your energy and chasing your dreams is the ultimate way to shine as a Nalu Babe.