SI Swimsuit 2020 Model: Camille Kostek

Get to know SI Swimsuit 2020 model Camille Kostek!

If you had three wishes, what would they be?
That everyone could be kind to one another, that natural disasters didn't exist, and that everyone was healthy, happy and secure.

If you could personally witness any event in history, what would it be?
The first time man landed on the moon.

What is something that you have never done that you want to do?
Go to Iceland and see the Northern Lights, swim in the blue lagoon and explore all of the caves and all of its nature.

What’s your most embarrassing moment?
Wow, where do I begin, but also what am I willing to share? When I sang in front of my whole school for a Christmas Holiday Telethon.

What’s the most regrettable beauty trend you have even tried?
Thin brows.

If you could hear one song performed live by any musician what would it be?
“Valerie” by Amy Winehouse

What’s something people wouldn’t know about you?
I used to have a fear of flying .... now I fly weekly.

In a world full of influencers, who influences you most?
Ashley Graham and Chrissy Teigen.

What motivates or inspires you?
Taking risks and accepting challenges that scare me have pushed me to just about all of the greatest things I have in my life now. I have used rejection and doubt as motivation and have focused on not comparing myself to anyone else. This has allowed me to grow and be the best version of myself.

Do you have a self-care ritual or a creative pursuit?
My favorites are taking baths with dead sea salts and lavender essential oils while reading or simply breathing and being disconnected to use as a time for mediation and reflection.

What’s the worst holiday gift you’ve ever received?
Sour straws (thanks Mom).

What’s your guilty pleasure snack
Lindt Milk Chocolate Bar

Looking back, what advice would you give to your 14-year-old self?
There is only one you and that is your power. Stop comparing yourself to other people.