Ananya Panchal

Ananya Panchal

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit, where she covers fashion, beauty, pop culture and the internet’s favorite personalities and trends. She joined the brand in 2022 after roles at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. Panchal loves to write about fashion in all its forms—from standout runway moments and evolving street style to the best accessories to elevate each season’s wardrobe (she rarely goes anywhere without a stack of jewelry and a coffee in hand). A self-proclaimed beauty fanatic, she’s always on the hunt for must-have products and loves breaking down viral trends. Her favorite series at the moment is spotlighting female founders and the stories behind the brands they’ve built—especially those shaping the future of fashion, wellness and tech. She is based between New York City and San Francisco and, when she’s not writing, can be found rewatching One Tree Hill, playing sudoku, trying new restaurants or ranking her favorite Disney Channel Original Movies. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and journalism with a minor in criminal justice from Boston University.

Camille Kostek was photographed by Derek Kettela in Switzerland.

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Why Camille Kostek’s Snowy SI Swimsuit Feature Was Extra Special

The eight-time brand star and former cover girl posed for Derek Kettela in Switzerland for the 2025 magazine.

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Penny Lane was photographed by Derek Kettela in Switzerland.

Fashion

Penny Lane Brought Soft Cottagecore Vibes to the Snowy Swiss Set in This Cocoa Bikini

The sweet ruffle-trimmed With Jéan look is available to shop now.

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Ellie Thumann was photographed by Ben Watts in Bermuda.

Fashion

Ellie Thumann Rocked the Micro Bikini Trend With Ease in This Two-Tone Andi Bagus Set

The three-time SI Swimsuit model dazzled in a series of animal print looks while in Bermuda.

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Rayna Vallandingham was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica. Necklace by Ben-Amun.

Fashion

Shop the Color-Blocked Micro Bikini Rayna Vallandingham Wore in Jamaica for SI Swimsuit

The martial artist and actress made her debut in the 2025 issue.

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Nazanin Mandi was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica.

Fashion

Nazanin Mandi Stunned in This Cocoa and Ice Blue Bikini Against the Idyllic Backdrop of Jamaica

The model and wellness advocate showed off her sculpted figure and radiant glow during her 2025 SI Swimsuit debut.

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Katie Austin and Brooks Nader were photographed by Ben Watts in Bermuda.

9 Bikinis From the 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue We Can’t Get Enough of

Four covers, five countries and countless standout suits.

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Alix Earle was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica.

Fashion

Alix Earle Is ‘Playing Mermaids’ in This Vibrant Red-Orange Two-Piece

The SI Swimsuit model and content creator is currently having a blast on a girls trip across Europe.

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Christen Goff was photographed by Yu Tsai in Jamaica.

Fashion

Christen Goff Bares Her Sweet Baby Bump in Cute, Summery Gingham Bikini

The SI Swimsuit model celebrated warm weather, motherhood and one year of marriage with the dreamiest Instagram photo dump.

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Lori Harvey

Fashion

Lori Harvey Is Sunshine Personified in a Butter Yellow Gown During Paris Fashion Week

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Salma Hayek Pinault was photographed by Ruven Afanador in Mexico.

Fashion

Salma Hayek Pinault Embraced Earthy Elegance in Handcrafted Crochet Bikini in Mexico

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Cindy Kimberly

Fashion

Cindy Kimberly Is an Animal Print Wonder in Moody New Ibiza Pics

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Bikini on the beach

Fashion

The Best Beach Bikinis for Every Activity and Budget in 2025

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