Katie Austin Celebrates the Launch of the 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue, Shares Gorgeous IG Photo

The 2022 co-Rookie of the Year returned to the magazine for her photo shoot in the Dominican Republic—and you won't want to miss the results.
Katie Austin was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic.

Katie Austin was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic.


Katie Austin is back and better than ever! The fitness influencer secured her spot in this year’s SI Swimsuit Issue after she was named 2022 co-Rookie of the year alongside BFF and model Christen Harper.

The 29-year-old was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic and the resulting pics are absolutely gorgeous. The SI Swimsuit team opted for fun, feminine and flirty swimsuits—a collection of bright bikinis and one-pieces, all inspired by the trending Barbiecore aesthetic. In Austin’s IG post, she wore a hot pink latex one-piece from HAUS OF PINKLEMONAID featuring a high-leg and scoop-neck.

View Katie Austin’s full 2023 SI Swimsuit gallery here.

Katie Austin was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by HAUS OF PINKLEMONAID.

Katie Austin was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by HAUS OF PINKLEMONAID.

“BACK FOR YEAR 3 IN SPORTS ILLUSTRATED SWIMSUIT!!! Still on cloud 9, still so grateful,” she captioned the May 15 post she shared with her 385,000 followers. “Words can’t describe what it is for me to be a part of the iconic @si_swimsuit family. From the best team in the world, to the community of other women I grace the pages with- I am in honored to be a part of it all. Thank you @mj_day for believing in me and creating a sisterhood of powerful women. Can’t wait to show you all more pictures from the 2023 issue!!! Stay tuned💫 HAPPY LAUNCH WEEEEEK🚀.”

She tagged SI Swimsuit editor in chief, MJ Day, hairstylist Adam Maclay, makeup artist Tracy Murphy and stylist Margot Zamet.

“SO EMOTIONAL seeing my daughter living her dream!!!! BEYOND HAPPY and PROUD!!!!! Xoxo,” mom and fitness icon Denise Austin commented.

Katie Austin was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus.

Katie Austin was photographed by James Macari in the Dominican Republic. Swimsuit by Andi Bagus.

View Katie Austin’s full 2023 SI Swimsuit gallery here.

Get ready for the hottest event of the year! The 2023 SI Swimsuit Issue is just around the corner, and you won’t want to miss the Swimsuit Issue Launch Party. Secure your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable weekend of glamour, beauty and fun.

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Ananya Panchal
ANANYA PANCHAL

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit, where she covers fashion, beauty, pop culture and the internet’s favorite personalities and trends. She joined the brand in 2022 after roles at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. Panchal loves to write about fashion in all its forms—from standout runway moments and evolving street style to the best accessories to elevate each season’s wardrobe (she rarely goes anywhere without a stack of jewelry and a coffee in hand). A self-proclaimed beauty fanatic, she’s always on the hunt for must-have products and loves breaking down viral trends. Her favorite series at the moment is spotlighting female founders and the stories behind the brands they’ve built—especially those shaping the future of fashion, wellness and tech. She is based between New York City and San Francisco and, when she’s not writing, can be found rewatching One Tree Hill, playing sudoku, trying new restaurants or ranking her favorite Disney Channel Original Movies. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and journalism with a minor in criminal justice from Boston University.