5 SI Swimsuit Runway Show Looks to Use As Early Valentine’s Day Inspiration

These brand stars effortlessly incorporated the classic colors of the February holiday into their swimwear looks at W South Beach.

Olivia Dunne, Tunde Oyeneyin / Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated

Just weeks after SI Swimsuit 2025 hit newsstands, a group of SI Swimsuit models—joined by the latest round of Swim Search finalists and fresh faces Stassi Schroeder, Bethenny Frankel and Midge Purce—headed to the Sunshine State for the magazine’s annual runway show.

And while the SI Swimsuit Runway Show originally commenced on May 31, we’re still pulling inspiration from the spring event held at W South Beach in Miami. So, with almost one week left until the calendar flips to February, we're resurfacing a handful of swimwear ensembles that we’d pull for the festive occasion.

Olivia Dunne

Olivia Dunne on the SI Swimsuit runway at the W South Beach. Swimsuit by Oh Polly x Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. / John Parra/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated

Three-time brand model Dunne showcased her washboard abs in this ultra-cropped tee that repped the name of the magazine front and center. The retired NCAA gymnast, who graced the front page of SI Swimsuit 2025, paired the two-toned number with a zebra-printed bikini from Oh Polly x Sports Illustrated Swimsuit.

View her full gallery from W South Beach here!

Ilona Maher

Ilona Maher on the SI Swimsuit runway at the W South Beach. Swimsuit by Heavy Manners. / John Parra/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated

Maher made a statement during her SI Swimsuit Runway Show debut in this Heavy Manners red bikini, which featured a western-style print. The Olympic medalist and the magazine’s second-ever digital cover model accessorized with a pair of contrasting-colored belts, which hung above her hips.

View her full gallery from W South Beach here!

Bethenny Frankel

Bethenny Frankel walks the runway for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show. Swimsuit by Toxic Sadie. / John Parra/Getty Images/Sports Illustrated

Frankel strutted the runway in a vibrant polka-dotted bikini that totally turned heads. The magenta duo from Toxic Sadie clung to the Skinnygirl founder’s frame, and she accessorized with a sheer sarong that matched the onyx spots and black O-ring hardware on her standout suit.

View her full gallery from W South Beach here!

Katie Austin

Katie Austin on the SI Swimsuit runway at the W South Beach. Swimsuit by Toxic Sadie. / John Parra/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated

Austin is no stranger to the SI Swimsuit Runway Show, and first made her debut at the annual event as a Swim Search finalist. She won the competition, alongside Christen Goff, and has returned to the stage every year since. During her latest stint, she donned this red and white duo from Toxic Sadie.

View her full gallery from W South Beach here!

Tunde Oyeneyin

Tunde Oyeneyin on the SI Swimsuit runway at the W South Beach. Swimsuit by Oh Polly. Denim by Heidi Fish. / John Parra/Getty Images

Oyeneyin also made her introduction to the brand as a Swim Search finalist. In August, we announced that the Peloton instructor had won the open casting call. She’ll be making her in-fold debut in SI Swimsuit 2026, but on the runway in Miami, she donned a cherry-printed Oh Polly bikini under a denim Heidi Fish duo.

View her full gallery from W South Beach here!

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