Nalisa Alia Amin

Nalisa Alia Amin is a pioneering Malaysian plus-size model and social advocate redefining beauty standards across Southeast Asia. In 2018, she made history as the first curvy model to open Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week which marked a turning point for body inclusivity on the Malaysian runway.

Her career began in media, but her personal story of resilience pushed her into the public eye. After facing body shaming early in life and online scrutiny that went viral, Nalisa turned pain into purpose. Instead of retreating, she chose visibility, using her platform to challenge stereotypes about size, beauty, and confidence.

One of Malaysia’s most recognized voices in body acceptance. Her presence in fashion campaigns, interviews and social platforms reflects a mission far bigger than modelling: to make space for every body, every story, and every kind of beauty.

Known for her unapologetic style and candor, Nalisa uses fashion as a form of activism, a way to resist invisibility and reclaim narratives around women’s bodies and rights. Her work continues to inspire a generation to stand taller in their own skin and believe that confidence, not conformity, is the most powerful thing a woman can wear.

Making an impact means alchemizing your own pain into purpose. Using your story to make others feel seen, heard and less alone. It’s about leaving behind a shift in how people see themselves, not just how they see you.