Sixtine 2023: Dominica
Sixtine was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominica for the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue along with fellow models Kamie Crawford, Nicole Williams English, Melissa Wood-Tepperberg and Padma Lakshmi.
Since moving to New York City at the age of 18 to pursue modeling full-time, Sixtine has worked with notable brands like Aerie, Ulta and SKIMS. The body neutrality advocate uses her platforms on Instagram and TikTok to inspire others to embrace their bodies regardless of their shape or size. She regularly shares content that focuses on what her body does for her rather than what it looks like. This is her first appearance in the SI Swimsuit Issue.
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 Sixtine’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
