Where are you from and what's the female surf community like there?
I’m originally from Uruguay, a small coastal country in South America. The female surf scene there is still pretty new but growing fast, lots of girls are getting into surfing, and there’s this strong sense of encouragement and sisterhood in the water. It’s still pretty grassroots, but that’s what makes it special. Everyone’s just stoked to be out there!
I’m originally from Uruguay, a small coastal country in South America. The female surf scene there is still pretty new but growing fast, lots of girls are getting into surfing, and there’s this strong sense of encouragement and sisterhood in the water. It’s still pretty grassroots, but that’s what makes it special. Everyone’s just stoked to be out there!
You're currently based in WA – what's daily life like for you there?
Right now I’m based in the South West of WA, around Dunsborough and Yallingup. My days usually start early with a surf or yoga before getting into work. I work remotely most days. A sunset walk in the afternoon and some whale watching at this time of the year. Life here is simple and quiet in the best way, surf, coffee, work, and sunset beers if the wind drops.
Right now I’m based in the South West of WA, around Dunsborough and Yallingup. My days usually start early with a surf or yoga before getting into work. I work remotely most days. A sunset walk in the afternoon and some whale watching at this time of the year. Life here is simple and quiet in the best way, surf, coffee, work, and sunset beers if the wind drops.
How was your recent Lombok trip with a bunch of girlfriends – we had major FOMO and it looked so fun!
It really was a dream trip. A crew of girlfriends, good waves, scooters, and no rush for anything, just surf, eat, massage, repeat. We surfed mostly around Gerupuk and the east side of Kuta, scoring a few glassy sessions that were pure joy. Hanging with the girls was the highlight though, it felt like a full reset. My favourite sessions were those mellow evening surfs when the water’s golden and everyone’s cheering each other into waves.
It really was a dream trip. A crew of girlfriends, good waves, scooters, and no rush for anything, just surf, eat, massage, repeat. We surfed mostly around Gerupuk and the east side of Kuta, scoring a few glassy sessions that were pure joy. Hanging with the girls was the highlight though, it felt like a full reset. My favourite sessions were those mellow evening surfs when the water’s golden and everyone’s cheering each other into waves.
If we came to visit you in WA, where would you take us? What would we do? And where are the coldest beers at??
I’d take you down the coast, start the day at Yallingup for a surf or a sunrise swim at Meelup, then coffee at the local cafe (there's lots of good ones around here), maybe a swim at Injidup Natural Spa, and lunch at a winery, plenty to choose from too. We’d finish with sunset drinks at Eagle Bay Brewery, coldest beers, guaranteed, and the best view to match.
I’d take you down the coast, start the day at Yallingup for a surf or a sunrise swim at Meelup, then coffee at the local cafe (there's lots of good ones around here), maybe a swim at Injidup Natural Spa, and lunch at a winery, plenty to choose from too. We’d finish with sunset drinks at Eagle Bay Brewery, coldest beers, guaranteed, and the best view to match.
Style us out for the lineup – what would you have us wearing:
Depending on the weather my two go-to combos would be Betty Bottoms 2.0 with Tankini Top & a Midday Rashguard for some sun protection or the Drifter 2.0 & Bralette bikini top with Low Rider Rashguard. I'm obsessed with the Vacay print and Merlot colourway, it's so fun and looks great in the water!
Favourite surf spot or destination:
East Coast of Australia has been home for me for a long time, most of the surf spots over there are a dream! On this side of the country I like surfing Cape Naturaliste when there's big swells coming through and the swell wraps around.
East Coast of Australia has been home for me for a long time, most of the surf spots over there are a dream! On this side of the country I like surfing Cape Naturaliste when there's big swells coming through and the swell wraps around.
Words you live by:
Life is too short, just do it!
Top 10 essential (surf) travel items:
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Two surfboards (because something will ding).
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Wax and fin key.
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A sarong that doubles as a towel and wrap.
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Reusable water bottle.
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A comfy rashie for sun protection
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Film Camera (whenever is allowed)
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Electrolytes (lifesaver in the tropics).
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Hair moisturiser, very much needed with my curls!
Shout out to Vic and her friends for sharing some pics from their trip with us. And to Anne Sophie for taking the shots in Lombok. Check out Anne's work or hire her here.
