Malia Jones

Where you’ve seen her:
Touring as a professional surfer, looking for the perfect wave in places like Indonesia, Australia, South Africa, and Brazil.

Endless summer school:
“I was homeschooled my last two years of high school. I’d check the waves every day at 7 A.M.—if they were good, school didn’t start till sundown.”

Surf’s down:
“Modeling came along at the right time. Competitive surfing can be really draining and very tough on your body, but I love the sport and I love to travel. Modeling allows me to do both.”

Outer-wear:
“There are times when I just want to throw my clothes off and walk around in my underthings. That’s what my [Dulce Maria lingerie] line is about. It’s lingerie you can go out in.”

June 2002 (#54)