Andreea Dragoi, a standout in college swimming and also making waves in the modeling world, fondly recalls her experience strutting the catwalk in New York!
The 21-year-old athlete from San Jose State University made a remarkable impression at New York Swim Week back in July 2023, and she recently took to her Instagram feed to share a video, reflecting on the cherished memories of her runway debut and expressing excitement for the upcoming “Swim Week season.”
Andreea Dragoi Looks Leggy In A Lilac One-Piece
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Strutting down the catwalk for Origin of Oceans, Dragoi turned heads in a striking purple one-piece, showcasing her modeling prowess.
Transitioning to Culture Cabana, the Romanian athlete flaunted her athletic physique in a sleek ice-white one-piece, captivating the audience with her elegance.
Going Off Sexy Angel Vibes
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Adding to the spectacle, Dragoi shared snaps of an angelic ensemble, complete with feathered wings and a stunning white swimsuit from Vasaro Style.
In another clip of Dragoi’s runway appearance, the brand wrote: “Andreea Dragoi, our charming bridal angel, took Vasaro’s runway by storm. The white swimsuit, coupled with her radiant wings, set a powerful and trend-setting tone for New York Swim Week.”
Stealing Hearts From The Catwalk
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Following her recent front cover feature on Style Cruze magazine’s Swimwear Special Edition, Dragoi’s presence at Swim Week further solidifies her rising status in the fashion world.
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In a December 2022 interview, Dragoi shared her modeling beginnings on the “SwimSwam” podcast, stating, “I started modeling in 2019 over the summer, right before I moved across the world to study in the United States.”
She added, “I went to an agency and did a modeling course with them for one month. They taught me everything I knew. After that, I continued having photoshoots and going on TV shows and going on modeling runways.”
She’s Also A Beauty Queen
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In addition to her roles as a model and swimmer, Dragoi, affectionately dubbed the “Next Olivia Dunne,” boasts a multifaceted portfolio as a beauty queen. Her accolades include being crowned Miss US Nation in October 2022, following her victory in the Miss California pageant just a few months prior.
Andreea Dragoi Feels ‘Grateful’
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“I am grateful for all the people I have in my life that make me happy and support me,” Dragoi said. “And I am thankful that I now can have a say and influence the stereotypes and stigmas in the pageant and modeling world.”
She added, “This accomplishment means a better version of myself as I learn many new things from every pageant, every girl, every different culture, and lastly a new experience.”