Jena Sims Heats Up The Coastline In Her Hottest Sports Illustrated Shoot Yet
By Kelly Coffey-Behrens on May 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

Bathed in the warm glow of golden hour, Jena Sims stuns in a radiant gold bikini that clings to her sun-kissed skin like molten light for her latest Sports Illustrated Swimsuit shoot.
With shadows dancing across her sculpted figure and her golden hair cascading effortlessly over her shoulder, Jena Sims exudes natural elegance and timeless beauty.
Jena Sims’ Sports Illustrated Moment Is Pure Fire
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In one of the snaps, Sima is seen climbing seaside boulders in a barely-there white string bikini as she brings serious heat to the shoreline. Her toned figure glistens in the sunlight, while the playful tassels of her swimwear add a flirty edge to the sultry scene.
In another striking shot, Jena is framed by jagged rock formations as she leans effortlessly into the archway of a coastal cave. She wears a cream monokini with bold, asymmetrical cutouts that sculpt her silhouette like art. The intricate swirl detailing and daring lines of the suit guide the eye across every curve, creating a look that’s equal parts sultry and sophisticated.
"I worked my a-- off for year 2, and not just in the gym," Sims began her lengthy caption. "That’s why this is my favorite photo from the shoot. Sports Illustrated Swimsuit is more than just girls in bikinis. It’s inspirational women who are all killing their category. I look up to each of the models on the covers and in the pages, and still can’t believe I’m among them. I’ve never felt more happy, settled, and confident in my life. Thank you MJ Day and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit team."
NFL WAG member Brittany Mahomes commented, "Beauty."
"These are truly incredible!!!!" someone else said. "You are shining!!! Honestly better and better every year! Burning my eyes with the hotness!"
Jena Turns Up The Heat In Bermuda With Smoldering Bikini Moment
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Two weeks ago, Sims shared another photo dump of her time in Bermuda, shooting for SI.
Tucked between the rugged coral rock of Bermuda’s shoreline, the model strikes a mesmerizing pose in a deep sapphire bikini that mirrors the island’s crystal waters. Her sun-kissed skin glows against the textured stone as she turns toward the camera with a smoldering gaze, effortlessly blending beachside beauty with bold confidence. With tousled waves cascading down her back and soft shadows playing across her toned frame, the moment feels intimate, powerful, and pure island magic.
"Bermuda bits and bobs," she captioned the post.
Fans flooded the comments section, with one social media user saying, "Love this and you."
Another wrote, "Island girl for real."
Jena Sims Is A Mermaid Dream On Her Sports Illustrated Cover
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Drenched in sunlight and ocean breeze, Jena Sims channels her inner sea siren in this breathtaking Sports Illustrated cover shot. Adorned in cascading strands of pearls, seashells, and delicate beads, her barely-there ensemble transforms her into a modern-day mermaid rising from the crystal-clear waters.
"Jena Sims is back on set with a renewed sense of self: 'I've gotten to know myself better this year after becoming a mom,' she says, speaking to self-love, growth, and deeper connection," SI captioned the post, which was shared earlier this year.
"WOW!!!!!! this is incredible," one Instagram user commented.
"It's official, we're in love," another wrote.
"We have straight passed out," a third said.
See all of the photos here.
Yacht Life, But Make It Sexy
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In a previous Sports Illustrated shoot, Jena Sims exudes effortless allure as she perches on the edge of a luxury yacht, commanding attention in a rust-toned crochet bikini that hugs her curves like a second skin. The intricate, handcrafted fabric paired with delicate body chains adds a touch of bohemian elegance to her bold, sunlit pose.
Fierce and flawlessly poised, Jena rocks a wild side in another snap, wearing a tiger-striped bikini while lounging on the bow of a boat. The sultry print and strappy silhouette accentuate every curve as she strikes a confident pose with the glistening waves behind her.
"Give me that watermark so I know it’s real," she captioned the post.
"Very beautiful Jena," one of her 325,000 followers commented.
"Great tan, great shape," another wrote.
Jena Sims Is A Vision In Watercolor And Purple Glam
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With her eyes closed and hand lifted gracefully through her tousled waves, Jena Sims radiates effortless confidence and glam. Clad in a dreamy watercolor bikini top that blends soft greens, pinks, and purples, she turns a simple wall into a statement backdrop. Her shimmering purple eye shadow and glowing skin elevate the look, adding a bold, editorial edge.
"BRONZED + BEAMIN’," the caption read.
"Ok stunning," one Instagram user said.
"The way I gasped," another admitted.