Born in San Diego, California and raised on the Hawaiian island of Maui, Tori Praver's childhood was spent soaking up the island lifestyle, surfing, swimming and spending time on the beach with friends. She was discovered as a model at the age of 13, however she realised her dreams were to be a fashion designer and eventually her childhood experience and lifelong love of the beach lifestyle lead her to launch her eponymous swimwear line in 2009. Tori Praver's beachwear line has the aim to help women to feel confident and comfortable on the beach, with a versatile collection of bikinis and swimsuits featuring her signature ruching technique.