Christen Harper Was a Sun-Kissed Dream in This Orange and White Two-Piece in Portugal

The four-time SI Swimsuit model was a mesmerizing vision during her 2024 photo shoot with Ben Watts.

Ananya Panchal | Aug 21, 2024

Christen Harper was photographed by Ben Watts in Portugal. / Ben Watts/Sports Illustrated

Four-time SI Swimsuit model Christen Harper’s 2024 photo shoot in Portugal might be our favorite one of hers ever. The 2021 Swim Search co-winner, who went on to be named co-Rookie of the Year in 2022, previously traveled to Atlantic City, Barbados and Dominica with the brand.

Her images just get better and better each year, and the Los Angeles native never fails to amaze. This year, the model, who recently tied the knot with Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, traveled to the beautiful coastal European country, marked by magnificent vineyards, unique architecture, rich colors, lush landscapes and the tranquil Douro River.

Styling for Harper‘s 2024 photo shoot was inspired by vintage J.Crew campaigns: think bold and sophisticated shades, classy silhouettes and intricate details. We’re particularly obsessed with this gorgeous burnt orange and white wavy striped set from luxury swimwear brand Sara Cristina.

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Christen Harper was photographed by Ben Watts in Portugal. Swimsuit by Sara Cristina. / Ben Watts/Sports Illustrated

This super cute and unique set features a triangle-style halter top and minimal coverage string bottoms. The high-quality set is made from a blend of viscose, cotton and elastane, and is available in five additional colorways. Shop more at saracristina.us.

Today, Harper, 31, uses her platform to encourage women to embrace their bodies and find inner beauty. She radiates positivity and is dedicated to giving back to her local community, both in Los Angeles and Detroit, through volunteering.

Christen Harper was photographed by Ben Watts in Portugal. Swimsuit by Sara Cristina. / Ben Watts/Sports Illustrated

Published Aug 21, 2024

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.