This Marmalade Two-Piece Olivia Ponton Wore in Montenegro Is Adorned With Seashells and Beads

The two-time SI Swimsuit model looked so sun-kissed and radiant during her 2022 feature with James Macari.

Ananya Panchal | Sep 14, 2024

Olivia Ponton was photographed by James Macari in Montenegro. / James Macari/Sports Illustrated

Two-time SI Swimsuit model Olivia Ponton was a total natural posing for the camera for the ’22 and ’23 issues. It certainly does make sense, though. The social media sensation, who has racked up a following of 2.9 million on Instagram and 7.7 million on TikTok, has the energy, radiance and beauty of a superstar. She made that abundantly clear during her rookie feature with James Macari in Montenegro, as well as her sophomore photo shoot with Amanda Pratt in Dominica.

When the 22-year-old traveled to the Balkans for her first photo shoot with the franchise, she donned the most colorful and summer-break inspired bikinis, monokinis and one-pieces to match the breathtaking stony mountains, medieval villages and dreamy coastal beaches of the country. We’re especially in love with this earthy, sunset-inspired orange set from Andi Bagus, adorned with shells, beads, stones, gems, coins and more dangly materials, which perfectly complimented Ponton’s sun-kissed and sculpted figure.

Andi Bagus Salma Bikini, $99 (andi-bagus.com)

Olivia Ponton was photographed by James Macari in Montenegro. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. / James Macari/Sports Illustrated

The double-lined spaghetti strap two piece features barely-there cheeky bottoms and an adjustable tie-string triangle top. And if you’re engaging in sporty water activities, the boho-inspired charms in the middle are easily removable. Shop more at andi-bagus.com.

Ponton, who was born and raised in Florida, uses her social media platforms to share candid bits about navigating life and relationship in her 20s. The Alo Yoga and Aerie ambassador is also a major inspiration to the young LGBTQ+ community.

Olivia Ponton was photographed by James Macari in Montenegro. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. / James Macari/Sports Illustrated

Published Sep 14, 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.