Lorena Durán 2023: Puerto Rico

SI Swimsuit | May 15, 2023

Lorena Durán made her SI Swimsuit debut in Scrub Island in 2020. The Seville, Spain, native was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico along with fellow models Jasmine Sanders, Georgina Burke, Marquita Pring and Mady Dewey.

Durán is best known as the first curve model to work with Victoria’s Secret. She attended school to be a chemical laboratory technician and is currently developing her own clothing and swimwear line. She’s passionate about wellness and living a healthy and active lifestyle.

Rich in culture and history, Puerto Rico offers both thrilling adventure and ultimate relaxation. It’s a hot spot for authentic cuisine, exotic wildlife, breathtaking scenery and more. The archipelago located in the Caribbean Sea consists of one main island and four smaller islands, as well as numerous islets, all of which offer secluded sandy spots and immaculate views. It provided an unforgettable setting for the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue.

To learn more about Puerto Rico, including where to stay, what to eat and can’t-miss beaches and activities, click here.

The styling for Durán’s photo shoot in Puerto Rico, a top surfing destination in the Caribbean, was inspired by 1970s surf culture—pops of color, laid-back “surf’s up” aesthetic and vintage prints. The SI Swimsuit team carefully chose pieces that could tell a story of a playful, chill and unfussy time.

Hair: Anthony Cristiano for Anthony Cristiano Salon Chicago using Phyto Paris USA Haircare
Makeup: Bryan Zaragoza at See Management using Tom Ford Beauty 
Photographer: Ben Watts

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Verdelimon Swimwear. Earrings by Casa Clara.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by It’s Now Cool.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by ADRIANA DEGREAS. Earrings by Ottoman Hands.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Seea.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Chloe Rose. Necklaces by ByRoxStudio.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BĀBEN.  Necklace by Jennifer Meyer.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by SHOP BALOU. Earrings by Brinker + Eliza.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Toxic Sadie Swimwear.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Top by Mistress Rocks. Bottoms by Ark Swimwear.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Matthew Bruch. Earrings by Casa Clara.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Sommer Swim. Earrings by Ettika.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by PatBO.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Lybethras. Earrings by Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BANANHOT. Necklace by Jennifer Meyer. Bracelets by Eklexic Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Chloe Rose. Necklaces by ByRoxStudio.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Verdelimon Swimwear. Earrings by Casa Clara.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Matthew Bruch. Earrings by Casa Clara.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by It’s Now Cool.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Lybethras. Earrings by Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Top by Mistress Rocks. Bottoms by Ark Swimwear.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by PatBO.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BANANHOT.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BĀBEN.  Necklace by Jennifer Meyer.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Chloe Rose. Necklaces and anklet by ByRoxStudio.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Matthew Bruch. Earrings by Casa Clara.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Chloe Rose.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by SHOP BALOU. Earrings by Brinker + Eliza.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Lybethras. Earrings by Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Sommer Swim. Earrings by Ettika.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Lybethras. Earrings by Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by It’s Now Cool.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Chloe Rose. Necklaces by ByRoxStudio.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by SHOP BALOU. Earrings by Brinker + Eliza.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BANANHOT. Necklace by Jennifer Meyer. Bracelets by Eklexic Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Sommer Swim. Earrings by Ettika.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by It’s Now Cool.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Top by Mistress Rocks. Bottoms by Ark Swimwear.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BANANHOT. Necklace by Jennifer Meyer.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BĀBEN.  Necklace by Jennifer Meyer.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Sommer Swim. Earrings by Ettika.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Lybethras. Earrings by Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BANANHOT. Necklace by Jennifer Meyer.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by It’s Now Cool.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by Sommer Swim. Earrings by Ettika.

Lorena Durán was photographed by Ben Watts in Puerto Rico. Swimsuit by BANANHOT. Necklace by Jennifer Meyer. Bracelets by Eklexic Jewelry.