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SI Swimsuit Model Olivia Ponton Launches Pride Collection With American Eagle

The social media influencer is a member of the LGBTQ+ community.

Ananya Panchal

Olivia Ponton was photographed by Amanda Pratt in Dominica. 

SI Swimsuit model Olivia Ponton, who was featured in the magazine as a rookie last year, partnered with American Eagle Outfitters for a Pride Month-inspired clothing line. The collection launched on in early May exclusively at ae.com.

Ponton, who identifies as pansexual, uses her Instagram and TikTok platforms to portray her authentic self and has become an inspirational and encouraging voice for the young LGBTQ+ community.

The 21-year-old, who was photographed by Amanda Pratt in Dominica earlier this year, experienced a surreal milestone moment when she stayed at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York City ahead of the SI Swimsuit launch event on May 18. The Times Square Billboard advertising her American Eagle collection was visible from her hotel room window.

View Olivia Ponton’s full 2023 SI Swimsuit gallery here.

Shop some of our favorite pieces from the collection below.

AE + Olivia Ponton Pride Cropped Graphic Tee, $11.99 (ae.com)

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This simple white baby tee reads “Not a Phase” alongside colorful moon phase decals.

AE + Olivia Ponton Pride Graphic T Shirt, $24.95 (ae.com)

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This oversized baggy T-shirt is adorable, comfy and offers a sweet and important message.

AE + Olivia Ponton Pride Denim Highest Waist ’90s Boyfriend Short, $59.94 (ae.com)

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If you want to add a little pop of color to the classic medium-blue denim staple in your closet, these shorts are perfect.

AE + Olivia Ponton Pride Ultra Soft Boxer Short, $17.95 (ae.com)

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Ponton loves to lounge around in these cozy shorts that read “AE + Olivia Ponton” on the rainbow waistband.

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Ananya Panchal
ANANYA PANCHAL

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit. Before joining SI Swimsuit in 2022, she worked at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. When she is not writing or doom-scrolling on social media, Panchal can be found playing sudoku, rewatching One Tree Hill or trying new restaurants. She's also a coffee and chocolate (separately) enthusiast. Panchal has a bachelor’s in communications and journalism from Boston University.