Model: Laura Soares, Photographer: Andrew Gates, Videographer & Editor: Nate Olson, Hair & MUA: Livia Duarte ©RUKUS, LLC
Laura Soares was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro. Growing up in the “swimsuit capital of the world” it’s no surprise this Brazilian belle began modeling swimwear in her early teens. Steady work throughout the years helped support her through college where she earned a Bachelors Degree in International Business. Moving to Los Angeles in 2006, she put her degree to use launching Laura Soares Swimwear, where she focused on fit, feel and function. Laura designed the suits herself, selected the fabrics and had them manufactured in Brazil for import to the United States. Within months of it’s launch her hot collection could be found in trendy boutiques from Beverly Hills to beach cities up and down the Southern California coast and has since spread to other markets across the US. With Brazilian semi-precious stones, wood works, metal works, and fine fabrics, Laura ensures a unique-finish which makes every bikini simply unequaled – especially when she’s wearing it!