Swimsuit

Kathy Jacobs Adds the Title of Seamstress to Her Resume

Will bikinis with matching facemasks be this summer's biggest trend?

Margot Zamet

The Many Careers of Kathy Jacobs

Ok. It’s official. SI Swim search finalist Kathy Jacobs can clearly do it all. We already know her as a model, an activist for diversity in the fashion industry, an impressive dancer and an incredible baker -- now let’s add creative seamstress to that skill set. Kathy is coming up with ways to keep fashion and swimsuits alive during this time of social distancing. As self-proclaimed swimwear experts, the SI Swimsuit editorial team has been blown away by her skills. Kathy nailed the cut and fit of this suit which she casually made from an old dress.

Want to get in on the action? Check out her tutorial for no-sew face masks.

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Margot Zamet

MARGOT ZAMET

Margot Zamet is the Fashion Editor at SI Swimsuit covering all things style and beauty. Margot joined the “swim team” as an intern while attending school at the Fashion Institute of Technology and has been with the brand ever since. She spends much of her year traveling with SI on photoshoots for styling. Her downtime is equal parts R&R on the beach and enjoying overpriced martinis with her friends.