You grew up in Brazil and then moved to San Diego for college. Did that move have something to do with your decision to design swimwear? If so, how?
"Yes, it did! When I came to California, I had so much trouble finding a bikini I liked, so I brought some from Brazil and also started making my own. My friends all loved them, so I decided that I wanted to bring Brazilian beach culture to America."
What are your inspirations when you’re designing? Are you creating suits for specific types of women?
"I keep a certain woman in my head when I design. She's a world-traveling sophisticate, but she's also someone who can jump in the ocean at a moment’s notice. She has exquisite taste and is in constant awe and wonder of the beauty around her."
What do you think are the best swimwear shapes for different body types?
"The BIA bikini is our most-flattering suit on all body types across the board, especially for hourglass figures. For pear shapes, balance proportions with a ruffled bandeau top. For athletic figures, play with prints, details, and ruched bottoms that will give your bum bum some shape!"