Nicole Williams English 2023: Dominica
Nicole Williams English was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominica for the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue along with fellow models Kamie Crawford, Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, Sixtine and Padma Lakshmi.
Model, designer and mom Nicole Williams English is perhaps best known for her starring role on the hit E! reality TV series WAGS. She’s also the founder of Nia Lynn by Nicole Williams English, a swimwear and lifestyle brand. Williams English, who makes her SI Swimsuit Issue debut in 2023, prioritizes giving back to the community by working with organizations that are close to her heart. She is a U.S. celebrity ambassador for World Animal Protection.
Williams English was seven months pregnant for her photo shoot, making her the second visibly pregnant model in SI Swimsuit history, after Katrina Scott in 2022. She gave birth to her daughter, India Moon, in January.
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 William English'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
