Juliana Nalú, a Self-Described Brazilian Masterpiece, for Pucci Eyewear July 2023 AOC Fashion

Brazilian influencer and model Juliana Nalú, takes the limelight in the new Pucci Eyewear social media campaign, lensed by Ryan Schostak. [IG].

The entrepreneurial and charismatic Nalú [did we say sexy and gorgeous, too?] is rising from the Chapadão favela in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. She describes herself on IG as a “Brazilian masterpiece” and is represented by Elite Models in NYC and LA.

All systems are “go” for Juliana Nalú.

Still, AOC feels a need to say that this dynamic young woman is rising from one of the most dangerous favelas in Brazil. It wasn’t always this way for Chapadão, which is another socio-political story.

Juliana Nalú has already founded ‘Favela Seeds', described as:

Favela Seeds is an educational and cultural incentive project aimed at training children and young people from the favelas of Rio de Janeiro, also working to assist with basic needs such as food, psychological support and clothing.
Favela Seeds is a platform for those who are talented. The founder, Juliana, was born and raised in the favela of Rio de Janeiro and her main goal is to give the young girls opportunity, visibility and a chance to be seen by brands, producers, agencies and more. Favela Seeds is a place for pure talents. Good things flourish in the favela, and here you can find them.

Obviously a young organization, Juliana shows images of staff and directors at ‘Favela Seeds’. But AOC is inclined to support such an entrepreneurial young woman making her way in a world stacked against our young people in this moment. We love her moxie, self-reliance and sensual bravura. Pucci suits her splendidly well. ~ Anne

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