Cindy Kimberly 2022: Barbados

SI Swimsuit | May 15, 2022

Cindy Kimberly makes her SI Swimsuit debut as a Rookie for SI Swimsuit in 2022 and was photographed in Barbados by Ben Watts, along with Marquita Pring, Hailey Clauson, Christen Harper, Tanaye White, and Georgina Burke.

Kimberly burst onto the scene in 2015 when Justin Bieber posted a photo of her on his Instagram. Since then, the Amsterdam native has graced the covers of magazines, walked in runway shows and appeared in music videos. Kimberly is currently working on a clothing brand, releasing music and hosting a podcast.

Known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean and the birthplace of rum, Barbados is a must-go-to destination for all foodies, beach-lovers and anyone looking for some much needed R&R. For such a tiny Island Barbados is bursting with immense talent, creativity and structure. From sports, entertainment, cuisine, adventure, history, health and wellness, and so on, Barbados has endless opportunities for all.

To learn more about Barbados click here. | To plan your vacation to Barbados click here.

The styling in Barbados was intended to be an un-fussy play on preppy dressing. We imagined being at the beach bar on vacation in an itsy plaid bikini, cool kicks and a bucket hat. It gave a young, cool aesthetic with functionality in mind. Photographer Ben Watts captured this story beautifully and highlighted the joy and fun that should be had in a bikini.

Learn more about O2 Beach Club in Barbados here. Use code: SI22 when booking.*

Hair: Anthony Cristiano
Makeup: Jodie Boland
Photographer: Ben Watts

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Yandy. Necklaces by Electric Picks and En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Yandy: Find this Baywatch-esque look with the Vintage Lifeguard one piece ($36.95).

Shop necklaces by Electric Picks: Hudson necklace ($88)

Shop necklaces by En route Jewelry: Shop this twist on the classic heart-shaped necklace with the Venom’s Gold Drip necklace ($28). Featuring an 18k gold-plated brass finish, you will be quite literally dripping in gold.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Sage Swim. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Sage Swim: Crafted to give a second-skin feel. Match this look with the Veloso bikini ($120). With its design equally as beautiful as the clear waters of Fernão Veloso, after which it was named, you won’t regret it.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Shop the Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22) for a delicate addition to your jewelry rotation.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the Zohara bikini ($59). With a cotton mesh overlay and extra-thin ties, the minimal coverage is meant for basking in the sun.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: These adorable gold-plated and pearl jellyfish earrings ($30) are just one of the many pieces available in Cindy Kimberly’s own jewelry collaboration with En Route Jewelry.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Gabriela Pires Beachwear. Earrings by Mahrukh Akuly.

Shop earrings by Mahrukh Akuly

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by SKATIE. Hat by Memorial Day. Earrings by En Route Jewelry

Shop swimsuits by Skatie: Cofounders Skatie Noyes Hutchinson and Mandi Glynn have used surplus and upcycled fabrics to create swimsuits that break the wasteful customs of the fashion industry for Skatie, which was built from the ground up. Re-create this look by shopping the Ella top ($55) and the Kristen bottom ($55) to effortlessly achieve that easy-going, California aesthetic that Skatie embodies.

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Shop a similar style to this endearing bucket hat with the Planet Check hat ($155). The mother-daughter duo behind the brand creates relaxed bucket hats crocheted by hand with 100% cotton yarn.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by SKATIE. Hat by Memorial Day. Earrings by En Route Jewelry

Shop swimsuits by Skatie: Cofounders Skatie Noyes Hutchinson and Mandi Glynn have used surplus and upcycled fabrics to create swimsuits that break the wasteful customs of the fashion industry for Skatie, which was built from the ground up. Re-create this look by shopping the Ella top ($55) and the Kristen bottom ($55) to effortlessly achieve that easy-going, California aesthetic that Skatie embodies.

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Shop a similar style to this endearing bucket hat with the Planet Check hat ($155). The mother-daughter duo behind the brand creates relaxed bucket hats crocheted by hand with 100% cotton yarn.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the Zohara bikini ($59). With a cotton mesh overlay and extra-thin ties, the minimal coverage is meant for basking in the sun.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: These adorable gold-plated and pearl jellyfish earrings ($30) are just one of the many pieces available in Cindy Kimberly’s own jewelry collaboration with En Route Jewelry.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Ark Swimwear. Shoes by Nike. Hat by Memorial Day.

Shop swimsuits by Ark swimwear: Australian-based brand Ark Swimwear set out to create the ultimate staple bikini. Shop this Green Scoop ($60) paired with the Emerald Hybrids ($60) and we think you’ll agree that they did just that.

Shop shoes by Nike: Similar style, Air Max 270 RSG sneaker ($170).

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Find the Primary Plaid bucket hat ($165) seen here, also available in scuba and red.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the Zohara bikini ($59). With a cotton mesh overlay and extra-thin ties, the minimal coverage is meant for basking in the sun.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: These adorable gold-plated and pearl jellyfish earrings ($30) are just one of the many pieces available in Cindy Kimberly’s own jewelry collaboration with En Route Jewelry.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the crocheted Checkmate bikini ($69).

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22)

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Montce.

Shop swimsuits by Montce: Shop this dainty three-piece set with the Triangle Ties bikini top ($92), Brasil bikini bottom ($88) and Boho short ($98) by Montce. 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by SKATIE. Hat by Memorial Day.

Shop swimsuits by Skatie: Cofounders Skatie Noyes Hutchinson and Mandi Glynn have used surplus and upcycled fabrics to create swimsuits that break the wasteful customs of the fashion industry for Skatie, which was built from the ground up. Re-create this look by shopping the Ella top ($55) and the Kristen bottom ($55) to effortlessly achieve that easy-going, California aesthetic that Skatie embodies.

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Shop a similar style to this endearing bucket hat with the Planet Check hat ($155). The mother-daughter duo behind the brand creates relaxed bucket hats crocheted by hand with 100% cotton yarn.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by INDAH. Belt by F.H. Wadsworth. Earrings by Mahrukh Akuly.

Shop swimsuits by INDAH: Shop a similar style with the Bali Solid Ruched Fixed Side bottom ($88).

Shop belts by F.H. Wadsworth: Whether or not you’re as daring as Cindy Kimberly is here, seen sporting the Scow belt ($59) as a top, F.H. Wadsworth offers a range of unique belts that can elevate any look.

Shop earrings by Mahrukh Akuly

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Leslie Amon. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Leslie Amon: In search of the perfect swimwear, Leslie Amon combined her passion for travel along with the influences of her Swiss and Egyptian roots to create the swimsuits she had been searching for. Started in 2017, the namesake brand has continued to introduce new styles and patterns that we simply can’t get enough of.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Channel your inner vixen with the beaded Vixen’s DNA earrings ($28).

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Yandy. Necklaces by Electric Picks

Shop swimsuits by Yandy: Find this Baywatch-esque look with the Vintage Lifeguard one piece ($36.95).

Shop necklaces by Electric Picks: Hudson necklace ($88)

Shop necklaces by En route Jewelry: Shop this twist on the classic heart-shaped necklace with the Venom’s Gold Drip necklace ($28). Featuring an 18k gold-plated brass finish, you will be quite literally dripping in gold.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the Zohara bikini ($59). With a cotton mesh overlay and extra-thin ties, the minimal coverage is meant for basking in the sun.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: These adorable gold-plated and pearl jellyfish earrings ($30) are just one of the many pieces available in Cindy Kimberly’s own jewelry collaboration with En Route Jewelry.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Leslie Amon. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Leslie Amon: In search of the perfect swimwear, Leslie Amon combined her passion for travel along with the influences of her Swiss and Egyptian roots to create the swimsuits she had been searching for. Started in 2017, the namesake brand has continued to introduce new styles and patterns that we simply can’t get enough of.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Channel your inner vixen with the beaded Vixen’s DNA earrings ($28).

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by INDAH. Belt by F.H. Wadsworth. Earrings by Mahrukh Akuly.

Shop swimsuits by INDAH: Shop a similar style with the Bali Solid Ruched Fixed Side bottom ($88).

Shop belts by F.H. Wadsworth: Whether or not you’re as daring as Cindy Kimberly is here, seen sporting the Scow belt ($59) as a top, F.H. Wadsworth offers a range of unique belts that can elevate any look.

Shop earrings by Mahrukh Akuly

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Sage Swim.

Shop swimsuits by Sage Swim: Crafted to give a second-skin feel. Match this look with the Veloso bikini ($120). With its design equally as beautiful as the clear waters of Fernão Veloso, after which it was named, you won’t regret it.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Shop the Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22) for a delicate addition to your jewelry rotation.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Bottoms by Gabriela Pires Beachwear.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22)

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by SKATIE. Hat by Memorial Day. Earrings by En Route Jewelry

Shop swimsuits by Skatie: Cofounders Skatie Noyes Hutchinson and Mandi Glynn have used surplus and upcycled fabrics to create swimsuits that break the wasteful customs of the fashion industry for Skatie, which was built from the ground up. Re-create this look by shopping the Ella top ($55) and the Kristen bottom ($55) to effortlessly achieve that easy-going, California aesthetic that Skatie embodies.

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Shop a similar style to this endearing bucket hat with the Planet Check hat ($155). The mother-daughter duo behind the brand creates relaxed bucket hats crocheted by hand with 100% cotton yarn.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Montce.

Shop swimsuits by Montce: Shop this dainty three-piece set with the Triangle Ties bikini top ($92), Brasil bikini bottom ($88) and Boho short ($98) by Montce. 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the crocheted Checkmate bikini ($69).

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22)

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by INDAH. Belt by F.H. Wadsworth. Earrings by Mahrukh Akuly.

Shop swimsuits by INDAH: Shop a similar style with the Bali Solid Ruched Fixed Side bottom ($88).

Shop belts by F.H. Wadsworth: Whether or not you’re as daring as Cindy Kimberly is here, seen sporting the Scow belt ($59) as a top, F.H. Wadsworth offers a range of unique belts that can elevate any look.

Shop earrings by Mahrukh Akuly

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop this look with the Jaime bikini ($59).

Shop rings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Ark Swimwear. Shoes by Nike.

Shop swimsuits by Ark swimwear: Australian-based brand Ark Swimwear set out to create the ultimate staple bikini. Shop this Green Scoop ($60) paired with the Emerald Hybrids ($60) and we think you’ll agree that they did just that.

Shop shoes by Nike: Similar style, Air Max 270 RSG sneaker ($170).

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Find the Primary Plaid bucket hat ($165) seen here, also available in scuba and red.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Bain de Minuit. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Bain de Minuit: Add some texture into your swimsuit line up this Summer by shopping the Donna top ($86.25) and Donna bottom ($82.80). 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Gabriela Pires Beachwear. Earrings by Mahrukh Akuly.

Shop earrings by Mahrukh Akuly

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Ark Swimwear. Hat by Memorial Day.

Shop swimsuits by Ark swimwear: Australian-based brand Ark Swimwear set out to create the ultimate staple bikini. Shop this Green Scoop ($60) paired with the Emerald Hybrids ($60) and we think you’ll agree that they did just that.

Shop shoes by Nike: Similar style, Air Max 270 RSG sneaker ($170).

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Find the Primary Plaid bucket hat ($165) seen here, also available in scuba and red.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Leslie Amon. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Leslie Amon: In search of the perfect swimwear, Leslie Amon combined her passion for travel along with the influences of her Swiss and Egyptian roots to create the swimsuits she had been searching for. Started in 2017, the namesake brand has continued to introduce new styles and patterns that we simply can’t get enough of.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Channel your inner vixen with the beaded Vixen’s DNA earrings ($28).

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop the crocheted Checkmate bikini ($69).

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22)

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Bain de Minuit. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Bain de Minuit: Add some texture into your swimsuit line up this Summer by shopping the Donna top ($86.25) and Donna bottom ($82.80). 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus. Earrings and rings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Andi Bagus: Shop this look with the Jaime bikini ($59).

Shop rings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Bain de Minuit. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Bain de Minuit: Add some texture into your swimsuit line up this Summer by shopping the Donna top ($86.25) and Donna bottom ($82.80). 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by SKATIE. Hat by Memorial Day. Earrings by En Route Jewelry

Shop swimsuits by Skatie: Cofounders Skatie Noyes Hutchinson and Mandi Glynn have used surplus and upcycled fabrics to create swimsuits that break the wasteful customs of the fashion industry for Skatie, which was built from the ground up. Re-create this look by shopping the Ella top ($55) and the Kristen bottom ($55) to effortlessly achieve that easy-going, California aesthetic that Skatie embodies.

Shop hats by Memorial Day: Shop a similar style to this endearing bucket hat with the Planet Check hat ($155). The mother-daughter duo behind the brand creates relaxed bucket hats crocheted by hand with 100% cotton yarn.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Sage Swim. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Sage Swim: Crafted to give a second-skin feel. Match this look with the Veloso bikini ($120). With its design equally as beautiful as the clear waters of Fernão Veloso, after which it was named, you won’t regret it.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Shop the Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22) for a delicate addition to your jewelry rotation.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Yandy. Necklaces by Electric Picks.

Shop swimsuits by Yandy: Find this Baywatch-esque look with the Vintage Lifeguard one piece ($36.95).

Shop necklaces by Electric Picks: Hudson necklace ($88)

Shop necklaces by En route Jewelry: Shop this twist on the classic heart-shaped necklace with the Venom’s Gold Drip necklace ($28). Featuring an 18k gold-plated brass finish, you will be quite literally dripping in gold.

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Montce.

Shop swimsuits by Montce: Shop this dainty three-piece set with the Triangle Ties bikini top ($92), Brasil bikini bottom ($88) and Boho short ($98) by Montce. 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Gabriela Pires Beachwear. Earrings by Mahrukh Akuly.

Shop earrings by Mahrukh Akuly

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Bottoms by Gabriela Pires Beachwear. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22)

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Montce.

Shop swimsuits by Montce: Shop this dainty three-piece set with the Triangle Ties bikini top ($92), Brasil bikini bottom ($88) and Boho short ($98) by Montce. 

Cindy Kimberly was photographed by Ben Watts in Barbados. Swimsuit by Sage Swim. Earrings by En Route Jewelry.

Shop swimsuits by Sage Swim: Crafted to give a second-skin feel. Match this look with the Veloso bikini ($120). With its design equally as beautiful as the clear waters of Fernão Veloso, after which it was named, you won’t regret it.

Shop earrings by En Route Jewelry: Shop the Pixie’s Spiral earrings ($22) for a delicate addition to your jewelry rotation.

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