Meet Nalu Babe Autumn Hasson
Autumn Hasson (@autumn_lilly_) is proof that being strong, outgoing, and fearless never goes out of style.
At 23 years old, she’s turned bold moves and big dreams into her reality, from leaving San Diego to start fresh in Phoenix to chasing her goals as a model with a mission. Whether she’s hitting the gym, training her pup, or rocking the latest Nalu Bay Swimwear drop, Autumn’s energy is nothing short of magnetic.
“My favorite thing about Nalu Bay Swimwear is the variety,” she says. “There’s a style for every vibe. But honestly, what I love most is the community. It’s like a family, a group of girls who feel like sisters.” That sisterhood, along with the brand’s confidence-boosting bikinis, is what drew Autumn to become a Nalu Babe in the first place.
Autumn’s days are full of movement - literally. You’ll often find her at the gym getting stronger or working on obedience with her dog, though she’s not above kicking back with some reality TV, like any true girly-girl. “I’m a little obsessed,” she laughs. “Sometimes you just need that escape.”
As a child, Autumn dreamed of being an actress or model, and now she’s living out that vision in her own way. “My godmother Tisha is the person who inspires me the most,” she shares. “She’s shown me that dreams are possible if you keep going. She’s always been who I want to be when I grow up.”
One of Autumn’s biggest accomplishments? Moving to a whole new state solo and proving to herself she could thrive on her own terms. “It forced me to find my strength,” she says. “I had to trust myself fully and stop apologizing for who I am. That’s when I really came into my own.”
Autumn’s modeling goals are sky-high, think global runway domination. “I want to walk the major runways around the world. I want little girls to look at me and believe they can do anything. Modeling is more than just looking pretty, it’s about creating a story and inspiring someone to write their own.”
Some fun facts about this gorgeous go-getter? She has five siblings, has visited 22 states (and counting), and is re-learning American Sign Language with the goal of becoming fluent. Girl’s got layers.
To younger readers, Autumn’s advice is a mantra worth repeating: “Don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself and put yourself first. You have the rest of your life to care for others, but right now, be your best you. If you’re not your best self, you can’t give your best to anyone else.”