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May 18 2011 10:30 AM ET

Jordin Sparks on Her Bikini Photo: I Just Liked the Bathing Suit

Jordin Sparks Bikini
Courtesy Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks‘s now-infamous bikini shot set tongues wagging when in hit Twitter earlier this month. But the former American Idol says she was just sharing a shot of her cute new swimwear. “I was actually taking the picture because I liked the bathing suit,” she told reporters Saturday at KIIS FM’s Wango Tango concert in L.A. “I mixed and matched it. The top was from Target and the bottoms were from Old Navy, and I was like, ‘Oh, they match!’ So I took the picture.” The new suit — which prevents tan lines, Sparks said — is just one way the singer is flaunting her newly slimmed physique. “In December, something just kind of clicked,” she explained. “Instead of talking about being active I decided to just go do it.” The singer, who lives in Arizona, took up hiking and Zumba, too. “Being able to just stand and dance and not realize I’m burning calories … is just the most amazing thing,” she said. Now happy to show off her waist — “usually a cinched belt works well,” she shared — the singer isn’t shy to reveal her other favorite body parts, too. “I love my smile,” she added. “It took ten years of orthodontics!”

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Apr 27 2011 01:30 PM ET

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VIDEO: Victoria’s Secret Models Flaunt New Swim Collection

Summertime is almost here, and Victoria’s Secret is getting us in the mood for the beach by showing off some sexy new swimsuit creations. In the video above, shot by Ben Watts, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel (who recently made headlines for her thin frame) and others sporting a multitude of fun and flirty bikinis parade down the beach in scenic Tulum, Mexico, and splash around in the water, kicking back in their two-pieces. From polka dots and neon colors to tiny ties and ruffles galore, there’s no shortage of hotness hitting this beach in this clip — but then again, would we expect anything less from the sexiest store on earth? Additionally, this summer you can make shopping for suits ever easier with the bikini mixer — an online tool that allows you to mix and match tops and bottoms for a cute, customized look. Is it hot in here, or is it just the swimsuits? Tell us: What do you think of the latest for Victoria’s Secret Swim? –Kim Peiffer

Mar 30 2011 09:00 AM ET

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EXCLUSIVE PHOTO: The ‘Glee’ Guys Heat Up New Op Campaign

Aly Michalka and Mark Salling OP ads
Courtesy of Op

We know they can sing, but it turns out that Mark Salling and Chord Overstreet look just as good without the volume on, too! Two of Glee‘s finest team up with other small screen stars like Hellcats’ Aly Michalka, Rob Kardashian of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, The Vampire Diaries’ Kat Graham and The Suite Life on Deck star Brenda Song for the latest star-studded ad campaign from beach-ready brand Op. Photographed by Larry Bartholomew, the good-looking gang had a blast on an old movie set in California, where the campaign was shot. “There was fantastic chemistry at the Destination Op photo shoot between our talent — Aly, Kat, Brenda, Rob, Chord and Mark — many of whom are longtime friends,” Dari Marder, Chief Marketing Officer of Iconix Brand Group, said in a release. And not only did they bond, but the stars found favorites in their wardrobe, too. “I love the bathing suits,” Michalka said. “They’re so cute and fit great. I am totally going to wear them to the beach and on vacation.” As for Kardashian, well, he was just thrilled to be in front of the camera surrounded by some new ladies. “It’s my first big photo shoot without my entire family, which is pretty exciting,” he said. “I am excited to be doing my own thing. My sisters would be really proud!” See more of Op, sold exclusively in Walmart stores and on walmart.com, at op.com.

Aly Michalka and Mark Salling OP ads
Courtesy of Op

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Feb 15 2011 03:30 PM ET

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EXCLUSIVE: Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Bikini Designer Dishes!

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit - Sauvage
Bjorn Iooss/Sports Illustrated

Model Irina Shayk may have wept when David Letterman unveiled her Sports Illustrated cover yesterday, but she wasn’t the only one surprised: Simon Southwood, co-owner and designer of Sauvage swimwear, was also shocked to learn one of his bikinis was front and center on the bestselling issue. “I couldn’t sleep because of this!” he exclaimed. “It was just thrilling. It’s the ultimate, really, to get your suit on the cover.” Out of hundreds of thousands of suits shipped to the top-secret locations, six Sauvage suits made it into the pages, and the $165 pink-and-yellow triangle suit ended up making the cover. Southwood says the secret to Sauvage’s success in the mag is that they walk the line between sexy and tasteful, both in their special suits for Sports Illustrated and their everyday swimwear. “We try to be sensuous and stylish at the same time,” he said. “We want you to feel glamorous when you put on our suits, just like the photos you see in SI.” See more at sportsillustrated.com, or pick up an issue, on stands now — and if you’re ready to shop for your own bikini, visit everythingbutwater.com and enter our exclusive code SI2011 at checkout for a free water bottle with purchase! -Alex Apatoff

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Jan 11 2011 12:00 PM ET

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Rihanna or Diane Kruger: Who Wore Her Panther Swimsuit Better?

Rihanna and Diane Kruger Mavrix; Machette/INF

When it comes to baring your bod in a bathing suit, attracting minimal attention is usually the main goal. Unless, that is, you’re a stylish A-lister like Rihanna or Diane Kruger. Over the holidays, RiRi experimented with her feline side (and may have scored some cat calls) while home in Barbados. But she wasn’t the only one on the prowl for the cat swimsuit trend. Diane Kruger sported the same We Are Handsome panther-themed bathing suit while walking on the beach in Mexico with boyfriend Joshua Jackson (not pictured) on Jan. 10. And while we give both ladies props for drawing some playful attention to themselves on the beach, we can’t decide which of these two glamorous stars wore the trend better. Tell us: Who do you think looks better in their panther bathing suit? Vote below! –Kim Peiffer

Jan 06 2011 01:30 PM ET

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Target Makes a Splash with Calypso St. Barth Collaboration

Target Makes a Splash with Calypso Collection
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With an endless amount of vacation must-haves (aviators! espadrilles! rompers!), it’s hard not to go over budget when preparing for a getaway. Luckily, Target has our beach ambitions covered, collaborating with posh resort-wear and star-favorite label Calypso for an affordable, limited-edition collection of apparel and accessories. The brand, whose breezy beach tunics and perfect silk dresses have made loyalists out of Jennifer Aniston and Kate Beckinsale, joins an impressive list of past collaborators including Rodarte, Jean Paul Gaultier and William Rast. Not available until May 1, the Calypso St. Barth for Target line will include items for women, girls and baby as well as home goods including candles, glassware and pillows. Ranging in price from $1.99 to $79.99, the collection will be available at most Target stores and Target.com. Now that we’ve got our beachwear covered, we’re taking applications for a hunky snorkeling companion. –Justine Harman

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Jan 04 2011 11:00 AM ET

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EXCLUSIVE: Victoria’s Secret 2011 Swim Catalogue Cover Revealed!

Candice Swanepoel Bikini Cover for Victoria's Secret Revealed
Courtesy Victoria’s Secret

Forget the blizzard — Victoria’s Secret is taking you on a tropical getaway! The lingerie retailer is revealing an exclusive first look at their sexiest swimwear collection yet, including metallic, cut-out and rubberized styles. Gracing the cover of the inaugural 2011 swim catalogue (set to heat up mailboxes tomorrow, January 5), a stringkini-clad Candice Swanepoel has us ready to take the plunge! And this exclusive video takes you behind the scenes as models like Victoria’s Secret Angel Adriana Lima hit the sandy and sultry beaches of Anguilla and St. Barts in the latest resort wear and swimwear for the highly anticipated catalogue. Check it out below, and start shopping for your own getaway gear at victoriassecret.com! —Justine Harman

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