This year has made one thing clear: women are showing up, stepping up, and taking what they deserve. From politics to pop culture, women aren’t just leveling the playing field, they’re owning it. As we ramp up to our annual Women of the Year summit, we will be highlighting women across industries who do the work every day. Whether it’s the CEO of a multinational retail corporation, a James Beard Award-winning chef, or the World Cup champions, here are the women you need to know right now. First up: 10 profiles of women who are making their mark on the world of sports, where female athletes and businesswomen are fighting it out for championships, equal pay, and culture-shifting change. Spoiler alert: they’re winning.
The 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue is a noteworthy one, for many reasons—it brought Tyra Banks out of modeling retirement, and it features Halima Aden as the first model to appear in modest swimwear on its pages. Two brands designed custom suits for Aden to wear on the shoot. And one of them, Cynthia Rowley, is actually putting the burkini it made for the model into production.
Rowley created a two-piece burkini swimsuit featuring long sleeves, hood, and skirted bottom, in one of her signature colorblock prints. And now it’s up on her e-commerce for anyone to preorder.
That wasn’t originally the plan, though.
“The burkini initially started as a one-of-a-kind, custom piece for Halima, but after seeing such a positive response to the editorial, we didn’t have to think twice about putting it into production,” Rowley tells Glamour. “Thinking of fashion with a global mind-set is important to us as a brand, and we saw this as yet another opportunity to cater to our customers while standing behind the powerful and inspirational message the SI Swimsuit Issue brought to the surface. We design our wetsuits to inspire women to try new things and hope the introduction of our burkini will extend this mind-set to women around the world.”
Halima Aden signing issues of the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in Miami
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Set to ship on August 1, the Prism Colorblock Burkini runs in sizes XS through L and retails for $295.
The response to the Cynthia Rowley burkini has been strong, says Rowley: “We’ve already received tons of positive responses. We have lots of followers DM’ing us asking what’s next…. Stay tuned!”
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She’s only 21, but model Halima Aden has already been “the first” in many different ways: She was the first woman to wear a burkini in the Miss Minnesota USA pageant, the first hijab-wearing model to sign a contract with IMG, and now, the first model to appear in a burkini in Sports Illustrated‘s famous swimsuit issue.
On Monday, Sports Illustratedannounced that Aden appears in its annual swim spread, twice. This marks the first time modest swimwear is represented in the issue.
In this shoot, Aden is photographed wearing a modest swimsuit by No Ka’Oi and a multicolor burkini by Cynthia Rowley. Aden’s pages were shot in Kenya, where she lived at a refugee camp before immigrating to the United States when she was 7.
Halima Aden in the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
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Aden’s inclusion in the 2019 Swimsuit Issue is a major step for representation of modest fashion. “This feature is proving that a fully covered hijab wearing model can confidently stand alongside a beautiful woman in a revealing bikini and together they can celebrate one another, cheer each other on, and champion each other’s successes,” the model said in a statement. “Young Muslim women need to know that there is a modest swimsuit option available to them so they can join the swim team, participate in swim class at school, and go with their friends to the beach. Muslim girls should feel confident taking that step and doing so comfortably while wearing a burkini.”
“SI Swimsuit has been at the forefront of changing the narrative and conversation on social issues and preconceived notions. I’m hoping this specific feature will open doors up for my Somali community, Muslim community, refugee community, and any other community that can relate to being different,”Aden continued.
Aden in the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
Yu Tsai
In recent editions, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue has worked to make its pages more inclusive. It began diversifying the sizes of the models it featured in 2015, when Ashley Graham became the first curve model to appear in it. Since then, Hunter McGrady and Veronica Pome’e have modeled for the magazine.
Over the course of my life, I’ve worn countless bras: simple T-shirt bras, supportive strapless bras, fancy lace bras—you name it. I’ve always prioritized comfort and support above all else, but I would be lying if I said I didn’t weigh how easy it would be to wash and care for my bras in the decision-making process, too. (Have you ever googled howtowashbras—like, properly?) It wasn’t until I got older and went through some body changes—ahem, childbirth—that I realized I had been sleeping on the virtues of the basic, traditional sports bra for non-physical activity. It’s not luxe. It’s also not groundbreaking. But there’s only one bra I want to wear nowadays, and it’s sold as a bundle on Amazon.
It was my older sister who first turned me onto Hanes’ Comfort-Blend Flex Fit Pullover Bra. I had just had my first child, and I hated every nursing and pumping bra I had gotten—I didn’t love the two layers of fabric that most of them have, plus the elastic they use was harsh on my skin. I just wanted something soft and comfortable that I could feed my newborn in. I complained to my sister about all of this, and she told me about the Hanes sports bra and how she found it to be a solid alternative to nursing-specific styles. I trusted her (and two-day shipping), so I ordered a pack.
Pretty quickly, I realized how this random Amazon purchase solved every single one of my nursing bra frustrations. I loved how it gave me the support I needed while still being easy to pull up for a quick feed or pumping session. I sized up, to allow for the common postpartum size fluctuation, but the bra never felt too big or roomy. I would wear it to work, at night to sleep—every day, everywhere. Because it’s a sports bra, the racerback makes certain tops and dresses tricky, but that’s a small price to pay, in my opinion.
Hanes Women’s Comfort-Blend Flex Fit Pullover Bra (2-Pack), $12, Amazon
Amazon
With every wash the cotton blend of this bra becomes softer and softer. And I can’t understate how much I love that I can throw it in the dryer without having to worry about the quality being compromised. (Hand-washing and line-drying are low on my list of priorities right now.)
I’ve kept buying and wearing this Hanes bra through a second pregnancy, and will go on and on about its virtues when given the chance. It’s not that I’m throwing out the rest of my bras—I still have my beloved molded cups and deep-back styles—but this Hanes sports bra has made getting dressed as a mom a whole lot easier. And that enough makes the purchase worth it.
Buy Now: Hanes Women’s Comfort-Blend Flex Fit Pullover Bra (2-Pack), $12, Amazon
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1. Hiking- One of the top outdoor activities in Fort MacMurray in almost every season is hiking. The natural beauty of the surrounding area makes it a paradise for hikers, and the locals enjoy the scenery and exquisite views just as much as visitors do. Hiking allows you to see the best of Fort MacMurray.
2. Skiing- In the colder season skiing is very popular in Alberta, and the remote location of Fort MacMurray makes it ideal for those who enjoy hitting the slopes. There are areas surrounding the town that are ideal for runs, whether you are a beginner or you have years of experience on skis.
3. Snowmobiling- Snowmobiling is another of the most popular outdoor activities in Fort MacMurray in the winter months. The temperatures can become frigid but with the proper equipment and clothing for the local climate in the coldest months this activity can be an exciting adventure.
4. Hunting- Because Fort MacMurray is so remotely situated the hunting opportunities can be exceptional. Bear, moose, deer, rabbit, grouse, and many other animals call the local area home, and hunting is very popular with locals and tourists both.
5. Fishing- Fishing is one of the outdoor activities in Fort MacMurray that can be enjoyed all year long. During the warmer months the local rivers make for terrific fly fishing, and there are plenty of ice fishing opportunities in the winter as well. There is a variety of fish species that can be caught in and near Fort MacMurray, Alberta.
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