Meet Nalu Babe Sara Rybacki
Meet Sara Rybacki, the 24-year-old Texas native who brings heart, style, and serious ambition to everything she does.
Known on Instagram as @sara.rybacki, Sara was born and raised in Austin and proudly reps her hometown energy with a splash of spontaneity. “Nalu Bay Swimwear is so much more than just beautiful bikinis,” she says. “It’s a movement that empowers women to feel confident, included, and inspired.” She’s drawn to the brand’s mission of body positivity, empowerment, and community, and loves being part of something that celebrates every body and every dream.
When she’s not modeling, Sara lives life at full throttle. She’s a self-described adrenaline junkie who’s always chasing her next thrill, whether that’s skydiving, scuba diving, wake surfing, or cliff jumping. But don’t let the wild side fool you, she’s also deeply grounded. “Faith is a big part of my life,” she shares. “Spending time connecting with God keeps me aligned with my purpose and brings me peace.” From daredevil adventures to quiet moments of reflection, Sara lives for balance, intention, and meaningful connections.
Sara’s dream job as a child? Modeling. But her journey hasn’t been about overnight success, it’s been about grit and growth. “I realized if I wanted it, I had to go out and create it,” she says. From stepping on stage to pushing past mental and emotional roadblocks, she’s worked hard to turn her childhood dream into a reality. Her biggest accomplishment so far? Having the courage to start, and never looking back.
Sara credits her incredible mother as her ultimate inspiration. “She is the most relentless, compassionate, and selfless person I know,” Sara says. “She’s faced so many challenges with grace and strength, and she inspires me every single day.” It’s that same spirit of compassion and perseverance that Sara now brings into every space she walks into, from family dinners to fashion runways.
When it comes to modeling goals, Sara is just getting started. She’s currently focused on refining her walk and building a strong professional presence, with dreams of walking in more shows and signing with an international agency. “I want to grow into the best version of myself, not just as a model, but as a woman,” she says. Her approach to life? Stay open, stay ambitious, and always keep practicing.
Outside of modeling, Sara’s got plenty of fun facts that show off her multidimensional vibe. She graduated summa cum laude from Texas State University with a degree in Public Relations and was part of the Honors College. She’s visited 13 Caribbean islands so far (and plans to visit them all), is obsessed with being in nature, and spent seven years doing theatre, an experience that helped shape her confidence and bold personality.
And if she could offer one piece of advice to our younger readers? “Go create the life you want, don’t wait for it to show up,” she says. “Take the leap, work hard, and lead with kindness. Confidence and compassion will take you further than you ever imagined.” Spoken like a true Nalu Babe.