French model Jessica Aidi was a finalist in the 2019 Swim Search, the brands open casting call. The position earned her a feature in that year's magazine, taking her to Paradise Island, Bahamas alongside photographer Yu Tsai for a photoshoot in the Caribbean waters.

But the experience was meaningful for more than just the fabulous photos it produced. For Aidi, participating in the Swim Search provided her with more motivation and drive than she had previously experienced in her modeling career.

Since the #SISwimSearch I have developed more ambition inside of me that makes my dedication to succeed in my modeling career stronger than ever, she told the team. The motivation and inspiration that the entire #SISwimSearch experience has planted inside of me is one that is truly life changing and will stay with me forever.

The feature had been a dream of the models ever since the start of her career in the industry. The fashion industry is a tough and challenging world, and I am proud to say I kept standing up because I have a dream and a passion and no one will take it away from me, Aidi said. Through hard work and perseverance, she achieved what she had always dreamed of in 2019.

And, unsurprisingly, she made the most of the experience, making a statement during her Caribbean photoshoot. Here are a few of the fabulous snaps from the models trip to the Bahamas.

Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

Yu Tsai/Sports Illustrated

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