Eight years.
Eight years of standing in my power, in my softness, in my strength..every version of me.
To be asked back for an eighth year with @si_swimsuit is absolutely an honor. I am just as humbled, and somehow even more grateful. It’s a reminder that there are still brands out there who see us. Who fight for us.
I’ve been every size within the pages of SI starting at age 22 and through seasons of change, growth, motherhood, and everything in between. And never once was I questioned for it. I was celebrated for it. That is rare. That is revolutionary.
@mj_day and Sports Illustrated has NEVER backed down from the conversation around inclusivity. They’ve never played it safe..and in a time when bodies like mine are being pushed out of the spotlight, they remain one of the few bold enough to keep showing up, keep evolving, and keep making space.
Thank you for letting me take up space exactly as I am. We’re still here. And we’re not going anywhere.
And gosh was this a dream shoot. Thank you, team.
Photographer: @derekkettela
Editor In Chief: @mj_day
Makeup: @tracymurphymua
Hair: @adammaclay
Fashion Editor: @margotzamet
Fashion Assistant: @lizwentworth
Custom Swim: @raquellepedrazany
Production: @cindiblairproductions@j___sanchez
PR: @sevaneveritt
Accommodations: @visitzurich@myswitzerland
This moment will forever be one of my greatest. I am profoundly aware of the legacy of powerful women who have paved the way, those who tirelessly advocate for inclusivity every single day. These are the women who dare to raise their voices in a world that often demands our silence and diminishment.
To the women who have never seen themselves reflected in the world around them, who have been told they are not enough, and yet persist tirelessly—this is for you. To those who harbor dreams deemed too ambitious, and to those who pour their hearts into everything they do, your strength is an inspiration. To the mothers who hesitate to embrace boldness, wear the swimsuit, or love themselves in their evolving forms, know that your courage is a beacon. To every woman who aspires to have it all, remember that each victory is a victory for us all, and a collective step forward.
Here’s to us, ladies.
In full bloom 🌼 (and yes, it has pockets! And yes, it comes in sizes XS-6X! And yes, it's the dress of the season! And YES YOU CAN SHOP IT IN MY BIO!) #samspartner @samsclub
Set the table: thrifted edition 🐰
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been slowly gathering pieces for this Easter table! each one secondhand, each one with a story. And somehow, it all came together for just $37.
A little reminder that beauty doesn’t have to come with a high price tag. Sometimes, it’s found in the quiet joy of collecting, curating, and creating something meaningful from what’s already been loved. 🤍
