SI Swimsuit Issue Launch Party: Brittany Mahomes and Kate Upton join iconic models for a night of glamor

SI Swimsuit Issue Launch Party: Brittany Mahomes and Kate Upton join iconic models for a night of glamor
(L-R) Brittany Mahomes, Christie Brinkley and Kate Upton at the 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue launch party (Taylor Hill/WireImage, Raymond Hall/GC Images)

Celebrities who dazzled at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 60th Anniversary Issue launch party

(L-R): Chrissy Teigen, Gayle King, and Paige Spiranac attend 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue launch party (Taylor Hill/WireImage, Gotham/FilmMagic)
(L-R) Chrissy Teigen, Gayle King and Paige Spiranac at the 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue launch party (Taylor Hill/WireImage, Gotham/FilmMagic)

SI Swimsuit's 60th Anniversary Launch Week kicked off on May 16 with an exclusive red-carpet event hosted by A-list celebs at New York City's Hard Rock Hotel. From stunning images to headline-grabbing covers, SI Swimsuit has captivated readers for decades. This year's 60th anniversary issue was no exception. Here are some of the most eye-popping looks from the star-studded launch party.

Martha Stewart

Martha Stewart attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Martha Stewart at the 2024 SI Swimsuit Launch Party in a silky gold dress paired with Brunello Cucinelli knitted long cardigan (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

Martha Stewart, 82, stepped out in a silky gold dress paired with a fringy cardigan knit by Italian designer Brunello Ciucinelli. Stewart accessorized with a long necklace featuring pearl-like beads and stacked bracelets on both wrists and a pair of matching earrings in a similar color palette.

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party at Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/FilmMagic)
Tyra Banks at the 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue launch party in a black power suit (Gotham/FilmMagic)

Tyra Banks wore a black power suit that featured a black button-down blazer with a metallic magenta lapel and a pair of cigarette pants. The supermodel wore her signature light brown hair in big waves and accessorized with a pair of pointy heels. 

Brittany Mahomes

Brittany Mahomes attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party at Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/FilmMagic)
Brittany Mahomes in a stunning Oscar de la Renta gown at the 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue launch party (Gotham/FilmMagic)

Brittany Mahomes channeled her inner diva in silver Oscar de la Renta featuring floral cutouts. Mahomes, who made her debut in last year’s edition of the magazine, looked stunning in the gown, which featured a plunging neckline, a deep-sleeved skirt, and shimmering sequin leaves down the bodice. She accessorized with a matching square silver clutch, gold stiletto heels and diamond rings.  

Chrissy Teigen

Chrissy Teigen attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue launch party at Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/FilmMagic)
Chrissy Teigen in a Georges Hobeika two-piece geometric set with two colors at the 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue launch party (Gotham/FilmMagic)

Chrissy Teigen flashed a dazzling white smile as she posed for photos wearing a two-toned Georges Hobeika geometrical dress. The 38-year-old model paired the mini-skirt, studded with gold and silver rhinestones, with a crop top that accentuated her curves. She completed the look with nude strappy heels.

Christie Brinkley

Christie Brinkley attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Christie Brinkley attends the 2024 SI Swimsuit Launch Party in a Norma Kamali red dress (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

Christie Brinkley showed off the long sleeves on her stunning red dress by Norma Kamali. Brinkley glowed as she walked down the red carpet wearing a glamorous dress that showed off her toned legs. She finished off the look with matching red lips and a pair of pointed white heels.

Kate Upton

Kate Upton attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Kate Upton attends the 2024 SI Swimsuit Launch Party in a figure-hugging, black outfit (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

Kate Upton turned heads in a black corset-style bodysuit that hugged her curves like a second skin. A sheer lace overlay draped past her leg on the right, and she accessorized with a pair of open-toe black heels secured with slender straps wrapped around her ankles.

Lily Aldridge

Lily Aldridge attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Lily Aldridge stepped out on the red carpet wearing a red dress from the Donna Karan Collection (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

Lily Aldridge looked mesmerizing in a deep red Donna Karan gown with an asymmetrical bodice and a silk skirt. The model accessorized with gold dainty earrings and strappy heels to complete her look. She kept her makeup natural with a smokey eye and a modest pink lipstick.

Paige Spiranac

Paige Spirinac attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Paige Spirinac channels a Greek goddess at 2024 SI Swimsuit Launch Party (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

Paige Spiranac wore a full-length Christopher Esber dress which featured a deep-cut neckline and golden detailing for a Greek goddess-inspired look. She paired the dress with Stuart Weitzman stilettos and made sure to have extra tape on her dress to protect it from the wind. She revealed on the red carpet, "It's full metal. I’m locked and loaded in this dress."

Olivia Dunne

Olivia Dunne attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Olivia Dunne attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party in a black and glittery Jovani jumpsuit (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

The LSU gymnast and 2024 SI Swimsuit newcomer opted for a black Jovani jumpsuit, which featured mesh panels around her waist, crystal detailing, and flared pant leg. She accessorized with silver platform heels and sparkling tasseled earrings.

Gayle King

Gayle King attends the 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Launch Party at Hard Rock Hotel on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Gayle King wears a long-sleeved dress in shades of pink, crimson, and purple (Taylor Hill/WireImage)

The 2024 SI Swimsuit issue cover star and Emmy award-winning journalist stepped out in a long-sleeve dress. The form-fitting piece featured a delicate sheen and tie-dye detailing in pink and purple. King finished off her look with a sparkly clutch and pointy-toe purple pumps.

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