Lauren Chan, a model, entrepreneur and inclusivity advocate, made history as Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s first openly lesbian and person of Chinese descent to grace its cover in 2025. Chan shared exclusive photos documenting her preparation for the issue’s launch party on May 15 in New York, where she joined fellow 2025 cover stars cover Salma Hayek Pinault, Jordan Chiles and Olivia Dunne.
In a statement, MJ Day, editor in chief of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, said Chan was tapped for “rewriting fashion’s narrative,” adding, “She challenges the industry’s narrow standards, offering a new vision where all bodies and stories are celebrated.”
Ahead of her arrival, Chan was photographed by Hayley Kosan, showcasing a Mitiliane Couture dress with Naturalizer shoes. Stylist Margot Zamet curated her outfit, with makeup by Alex Levy and an updo by Sergio Estrada.
Here, see Chan’s Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 launch party photo diary below.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.
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Getting Ready With Lauren Chan for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 Launch Party
Image Credit: Hayley Kosan A look at model Lauren Chan getting ready for the 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party on May 15, wearing a dress by Mitiliane Couture and Naturalizer shoes. Makeup by Alex Levy and hair by Sergio Estrada.