Kamie Crawford 2023: Dominica
Kamie Crawford was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominica for the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue along with fellow models Nicole Williams English, Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, Sixtine and Padma Lakshmi.
The former Miss Teen USA currently serves as cohost of MTV’s Catfish: The TV Show and host of MTV’s Ex on the Beach as well as Are You The One? on Paramount+. Additionally, she hosts a weekly podcast called Relationsh*t With Kamie Crawford. Crawford, who made her SI Swimsuit debut in 2022 uses her platform to advocate for diversity and inclusion in the industry.
Known for its natural beauty, the island of Dominica is located in the eastern Caribbean between Guadeloupe and Martinique. From lush rainforests and impressive mountain peaks to rushing rivers and cascading waterfalls, Dominica boasts magnificent, natural views, making it an ideal vacation location for relaxation and adventure (and, not to mention, an SI Swimsuit photo shoot).
To learn more about Dominica, including where to stay, what to eat and can’t-miss beaches and activities, click here.
The styling for Crawford’'s shoot was influenced by the breathtaking island itself. Dominica’s verdant nature appears to be virtually untouched, which inspired the “Mother Nature” theme. The SI Swimsuit team worked with designers to create custom swimsuits that brought out the island’s vibrant, rich surroundings on camera. Think emerald and mossy green color palettes with lots of organic texture. The collaboration resulted in swimsuits that were true works of art, crafted from natural materials like seashells and sea sponge.
Hair: DJ Quintero at The Wall Group for Living Proof
Makeup: Jodie Boland at The Wall Group using Loving Tan, SuperGoop! and French Farmacie
Photographer: Yu Tsai
