Shop the Look: Martha Stewart in the Dominican Republic

Take a closer glimpse at the lifestyle guru’s elegant yet playful looks on location.

Martha Stewart was photographed by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic.Ruven Afanador/Sports Illustrated

Martha Stewart, one of four 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue cover models, traveled to the Dominican Republic for her feature in this year’s publication. The Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia founder made history by becoming the magazine’s oldest cover model ever at 81. 

View Martha Stewart’s full 2023 SI Swimsuit gallery here.

Stewart embodied elegance and playfulness in each of the looks she donned on location. The SI Swimsuit team paired classically cut silhouettes with bold, colorful and oversized accessories, from sunglasses to cover-ups, to elevate the styling.

“I was motivated by showing people that a woman my age can still look good, feel good and be good,” Stewart told SI Swimsuit of participating in the feature.

Shop a few of the pieces below from Stewart’s 2023 cover photo shoot in the Dominican Republic with Ruven Afanador.

Body Glove The ’91 Time After Time One-Piece, $135 (bodyglove.com)

Martha Stewart was photographed by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Body Glove. Sunglasses by Gucci provided by Moda Operandi. Necklace by Cicada.

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The lifestyle guru provided a modern take on futuristic glamour with this swimsuit. The silver one-piece from Body Glove featured a classic cut and black accents, including a front zipper, giving it a 1990s-inspired feel. Stewart also wore oversized Gucci sunglasses from Moda Operandi and further accessorized the look with a diamond necklace from Cicada.

Eric Javits Giant Floppy Hat, $560 (ericjavits.com) and Anita Ko Meryl Hoops, $2,575 (anitako.com)

Martha Stewart was photographed by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Isa Boulder. Hat by Eric Javits. Bracelets and earrings by Anita Ko.

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Stewart added a twist to a classic summertime staple by opting for an oversized straw hat from Eric Javits to elevate her classic one-piece from Isa Boulder. She completed the look with a dazzling mixed-metals bracelet stack and earrings by Anita Ko.

Eres Aquarelle One-Piece Swimsuit, $390 (modaoperandi.com)

Martha Stewart was photographed by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Eres provided by Moda Operandi. Cover-up by TORSO CREATIONS. Earrings by Cicada.

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The best-selling author wore a white Eres swimsuit from Moda Operandi while on location. The elegant one-piece featured a classic silhouette and square neckline, allowing for abundant accessory options. Stewart opted for earrings by Cicada and paired them with a lace cover-up by TORSO Creations. 

Zimmermann Clover Ruched Plunge One-Piece, $205 (zimmermann.com) and Alix Pinho La Marina Crocheted Cotton Pareo, $143.50 (net-a-porter.com)

Martha Stewart was photographed by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Zimmermann. Sarong by Alix Pinho. Earrings by Cicada.

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This simple one-piece by Zimmermann features a plunging neckline with subtle ruched detailing in the middle. The Emmy award-winning TV host paired it with earrings by Cicada and an intricately designed crochet sarong by Alix Pinho. 

Monday Swimwear Aruba One-Piece, $192 (mondayswimwear.com) and Zimmermann Towel Carry, $245 (zimmermann.com)

Martha Stewart was photographed by Ruven Afanador in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Monday Swimwear. Cover-up by TORSO CREATIONS. Earrings by Anita Ko. Ring by Jacob & Co. Towel by Zimmermann.

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Letting her bright oversized cover-up by TORSO CREATIONS take the lead in her cover look, Stewart wore a plunging white swimsuit from Monday Swimwear underneath. Adding a subtle shine to the look, her accessories included earrings by Anita Ko and a ring by Jacob & Co. Lastly, Stewart paired her ensemble with a pink-and-yellow cotton jacquard beach towel by Zimmermann.

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