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4 Incredible Photos From Gigi Robinson’s Trailblazing Trip to the Dominican Republic

The American model was a finalist in last year’s Swim Search.

Martha Zaytoun

Gigi Robinson poses in a red and orange bikini with her arm over her head.

Gigi Robinson was photographed by Yu Tsai in the Dominican Republic.

When Gigi Robinson became a finalist in last year’s Swim Search and earned a spot in the annual magazine, she made history in two different ways: as the first SI Swimsuit model with a chronic illness and the first from Gen Z. It was a meaningful experience for Robinson, who lives with endometriosis. She brought her best to the set of her photoshoot in the Dominican Republic.

“With this years focus, ‘be the change you want to see,’ I took it into my own hands to take the leap and enter into the Sports Illustrated Swim Search,” she said of her experience in an Instagram post in May 2022.

“I knew that if I made it I would be representing anyone living with chronic illness and to inspire GenZ-ers to achieve literally anything that they want. And I did,” she continued. “I am the first GenZ & Chronically ill Woman in the magazine. My debut is symbolic of my journey as an advocate for so many things including mental health, body image, invisible illness all while being a student and entrepreneur. I am so elated to be alongside all of the other fabulous swim search finalists, congrats to us.”

Not only was she a trailblazer, but she was a talent in front of photographer Yu Tsai’s camera, as well. Robinson donned the best and brightest swimwear and posed for a beautiful gallery of photos on the idyllic Caribbean beaches. Here are a handful of her best snapshots from the day.

Gigi Robinson stands on the sand in a teal bikini and smiles at the camera.

Gigi Robinson was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Nessy.

Gigi Robinson stands on the sand in a multi-colored string bikini.

Gigi Robinson was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by ViX Paula Hermanny.

Gigi Robinson lays on the sand in a teal bikini.

Gigi Robinson was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Nessy.

Gigi Robinson lays on the sand and looks at the camera.

Gigi Robinson was photographed by Yu Tsai in Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Montce.

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Martha Zaytoun

MARTHA ZAYTOUN

Martha Zaytoun is a Lifestyle & Trending News writer for SI Swimsuit. Before joining the team, Martha worked on the editorial board of the University of Notre Dame’s student magazine and on the editorial team at Chapel Hill, Durham and Chatham Magazines in North Carolina. When not working, Martha loves to watercolor and oil paint, run or water ski. She is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and a huge Fighting Irish fan.