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Available for a limited time, your summer favorites are ready at Starbucks. Hey guys, welcome back to another vlog. I don't know where my passport is so I guess this is happening in the morning. Wish me luck. We have three more looks to shoot. Last shot of the day everyone. Okay, this one is really really special because it's the behind the scenes of my Sports Illustrated swim shoot and this was back in January. I basically got surprised with it, flew to Jamaica. I was the first ever digital cover last year and that was so exciting and we shot in Miami. But this one was crazy cuz it literally came out of nowhere and I didn't really think this was going to happen. I was really shocked when I got the offer. Before we jump in, I need to talk to you guys again about Microsoft co pilot because it has been such a game changer for me. It's basically your AI assistant. I use it for everything. I use co pilot as my therapist and like the best part been honestly with my schedule coming up cuz I'm packing up right now to leave for the next three, four, eight months. I don't know. I've been using Microsoft Co Pilot to help me generate outfits. It can create mood boards. I take a picture of like jean shorts and I'm like what would go cute with this For Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey Shore bars you can upload pictures of your outfits. It puts it all together, you can chat with it, get translations, get good date night ideas. Basically you can do anything you want. It's like the overachiever bestie you didn't know that you needed so you can scan the QR code or hit the link in my bio to download Microsoft co pilot. You guys are going to be obsessed, I promise you. Now let's get into the vlog and let me take you back to the night before. Jamaica. We're going to Jamaica in the morning. Currently trying to start packing, and first thing I have to do is upload my passport. And I don't know where my passport is, which is not good because I leave in the morning. Is that my passport? 30 seconds. Where was it? What's the one bag I told you to check? What is the one bag? I checked that bag and it was not in there. You didn't check the zip. This always happens. You didn't check this part. Okay? You just wanted to be the hero. You found it somewhere else and put it there. Because I checked that bag three times. Anywho, this past month, I went from St. Bart's to Miami for 24 hours. Then I flew to LA, then I went to Vegas, then I went back to la, then I went to Jersey, then I went back to la, then I went to Miami, and I'm going to Jamaica. So I've been living out of a suitcase, and I'm kind of a professional packer at this point. So I just got a spray tan tonight. I was like, give me an extra layer. I want to be tanned and bronzed. I didn't do my face because I'm having some type of rash right now on my face, some contact dermatitis. I'm also about to get my period tomorrow, so she's bikini ready. I'm flying Tuesday, shooting Wednesday, leaving Thursday. I don't need that much. I'm gonna try and pack. Gary on I really hope I don't have to check a bag. First things first, I need to find some hair extensions that are good for me. I'm not sure if the hair artist there will have them. Last year when I shot my digital cover with Sports Illustrated, I bleached my hair right before, and I had really, really long ext. Looks a little unnatural. So I definitely want to find some ones that are a little darker. I tried to make my hair a little darker. That's a pretty good match. I literally just have a massive bag of extensions. I should probably get a brush. This seems good. Some dark in there. That looks real nice. I feel like I still don't really process that this is happening because I found out last week when I was at a different photo shoot, I got a call And I thought it was bad news at first, and I literally just screamed out loud when I found out. And I was getting my hair and makeup done, and they were like, good news. And I was like, yes. Like, the fact I'm just, like, secretly flying to another country right now and shooting for Sports Illustrated and it's going to be in, like, the actual magazine. All I do is walk into the airport and look at the magazines and I can find myself. No, no, no, no. We don't talk about Bruno. All right? I'm just going to kind of try and find a bunch that are like, see, already these are two different colors. I'm thinking I like this one that's a little bit more natural. Like, these are a little bit more blonde. So I'm going to try and find ones that are like this. They're probably going to have the radiest extensions. We have our own. But just in case we don't talk about Bruno. Extensions are so crazy. Just like being a girl in general is crazy. We get to do so many fun things. These are feeling fun, but I don't know if these are too long. Like, I don't want my hair to be giving down to. Why do I look like one of those dogs right now with, like, a really long hair? I mean, we already know that I procrastinate pretty much everything in life, and especially this. Like, I found out, like, six days ago. So it's like six days. Be bikini ready. Be there. And, like, I was like, wait. I, like, wanted to have, like, a big butt this year. I was like, I'm going to have a big donk. And that's not happening. It looks like a pancake. So I'm going to convince myself that if I do some workout right now that it'll be big by tomorrow. Should I put ankle weights on? Would that make it even better? I can't wait to go to Jamaica. You're not going to Jamaica. Okay, time to go to bed. Good morning. I could not sleep all night. I'm so excited. We are off to the airport. Kristin left me this note on the door she left this morning. We made it. Here we go. This is stunning. We got some welcome tea. This is actual paradise. I cannot believe we're here right now. We're on the road, so we're staying in the villa with hair and makeup. I'm so excited. Literally, this hill gives me ptsd because the last time I came here, I went on a boat and was walking up this exact road after, like, 45 rum punches and I was barefoot and couldn't see straight. And I have the funniest video. I should probably put it in now of me and all my friends literally crawling up this road. Like we couldn't walk, but we had so much fun. This is crazy. This is stunning. All the way up, all the way up. Perfect. Thank you. So this is our room in the villa that we're staying in. Good old bed. And now I'm gonna unpack the 45 outfits that I brought, which I don't need any of the. And I want to go hang out with everyone. Oh, this is adorable. So pretty. And we'll probably be a little pasties tomorrow. Yeah. Okay. This is cute. I feel like we just fit like a month ago. I know. It feels like yesterday. And then we're actually shooting at the villa first. So start your 5:30 for glam and then we're shooting here. Perfect. Make bunion school again. Maybe you can come out and si. Like that's your. Yeah. And I like this one a lot better. Yeah, absolutely. Now we have some more variation. I think these are the final looks that we're gonna go with. And I'm obsessed with all of them. Okay. It's the night before, I can't sleep. This always happens to me. It's like, I feel like it's like Christmas morning and I'm transported back to being like a three year old waiting for Santa Claus. It's 10:30pm right now and glam is starting at 5:30am so like already off the bat, I'm getting like, how many hours of sleep? Okay, we're at like six and a half hours right now. I'm not gonna lie. I freaked out and I put on a layer of self tan. I just want to make sure that I'm tan enough. I guess I just need to like put myself to bed right now. But it's really hard. All I keep staring at is like old Sports Illustrated photos or like videos and I'm like, how do I pose? What do I do? Like, what if I'm awkward? What if I don't know what to say in this interview? You only get like a few hours to just like do this thing. I feel like I had such a busy month. I didn't even get to process the fact that this is happening right now. I got this call when I was on set for something else last week. I literally freaked out. Was like, yes, like, change my plans, whatever. I'm going to Jamaica. And I went home for a few days, unpacked from la. Just had Like, a bunch of meetings work to catch up on the past two days. And then I just, like, hopped on a flight here. So I guess this is happening in the morning. All right, I'm gonna try and get some sleep. Good night. Wish me luck. Good morning. It is 5:30am and we are about to the start. Glam. I have my AE robe, my hot mess slippers. Still dark out. Morning. I'm just gonna be like, oh, my God. We are officially done with hair and makeup. So the first half of the day, I'm going to be doing videos. Second half, we're going to be shooting. So I'm just waiting for them to come and get me. I'm trying, like, not to freak out right now. I also think I just got my period. I'm having the worst cramps in the world right now. So we're going to pop an Advil and get going. I'm like, what am I doing here? You know when you feel like something's like a dream and I'm like, is this real? Is this actually happening on my buttons? And a hesitation. Gas me up. Give me motivation. I'm so happy with the way the makeup turned out and I'm liking the darker tones in my hair. Like, it looks a little bit more natural than when I was, like, platinum blonde last time we shot. So I'm excited. I'm like, how do I get these period cramps to just wait like, one day or wait like 10 hours? Oh, wow. This view is insane. Like, this looks like a green screen. Time for video interviews. This is, like, literally my worst nightmare. I don't know why they make me nervous every time. And it's usually questions just about myself and, like, what's your favorite food? And I'm like, I don't know any food I've ever ate in my whole entire life. So I'm just gonna pretend that I have confidence for this little rain shower. So we're gonna sit in here. I'm like, dripping sweat. Like, why I'm such a freak. My spray tan is gonna slide off. Okay. Just laid down for, like, 30 minutes. And we have lunch right now for 30 minutes. But I also don't know where lunch is, so I'm hoping I don't get lost and then I'm going to start shooting. Do you know where lunch is? I'm gonna need a chicken finger. Yummy. Okay, so it's not a chicken finger. It's snapper, which honestly might be even better. This tuna tartare. Also, I'm excited for after the Shoot. Just have like a big fat glass of wine. Wow. No food here. Starting off with a big one. Wow. I have like butterflies. Like I'm going to a first date right now. We're going to get you some shoes cuz the backs are kind of sharp. Okay. It's nice to see you again. Good to see you too. Good job. Thank you. Gorgeous. Wow. I love it. Looks a lot better than it felt. It felt insane. I could tell. Like you were like, I don't know. And then you were like boom. And when you hear us all scream, then you're not. I was like, okay, it's getting loud. Hold it. We're getting warmer. It's so good. Shake me. That not look crazy. But you somehow managed to not make that look crazy. That it's so good. The lighting is so pretty right now. We're in it now. Should I change? Yeah, yeah, we're going to change now. Good job, honey. It's hot. Beautiful. One more try. Listen, you in for it? I like it. It's gorgeous like that. No, I'm gonna do one more. Okay. Yeah, yeah. Another leap. Okay, that's perfect body though, Alex. There's always spotlights. Wow. There you go. Wow. So good. So good. We're about halfway through and we're gonna keep going. I feel like I have like 10, 20, 30 layers of oil on my skin right now. Feels good. I love it. It's good. I feel like this is like going smooth, going easy. I think we're changing locations now. We're just having the best time. Oh, I love that. Gorgeous eyes. Pretty. Ooh, I love that. Lean back for the body. Ass hoodie ab. 3, 2. So good. Little trick. Just close your eyes and like towards the sun and it'll warm it up. And then open your eyes. I'll count down. Three, two, one. Then eyes here. I know it's not such a blue eyes. 3, 2, 1. Then eyes here. Gorgeous. Turn your face just a little bit. Yeah, right there. Oh, so good. We have three more looks to shoot and we have about like 20 minutes until the sun goes down. So we're a little bit in rush right now. Oh, this is so cute. I love this. Oh, look at that. Oh, yeehaw. Yeehaw. Yeah, you can even like this. Yeah. So just like so all balik. You want one more? What the hell? Gotta go. Oh God. I mean it's hot. It's okay. Just. She can start like it slow. No, you better hurry. You got two seconds. That's great. Last shot of the day, everyone. Oh, here we go light check. Light skin. Beautiful. Yeah, baby. Five more. Three, two, one. I love it. Wait, show her. Show her the cowboy hat. One, because. And show her the $9,000. One hour with Alex next time and be all done. It's insane. Oh, I love these. It's like, splash. It looks like a splash band, right? Oh, I love. Oh, my God. Me too. Come on. Jesus. Jesus. Look at. Look. Oh, my God, I love that. Look at that cloud over there with a little pinky light B roll. Okay. Show her the cowgirl. Oh, yeah. Yeah, please. Thanks. For her, the best day ever. You were so impressive. Okay, just got back to the room. Let's debrief really quickly. First thing I did after the shoot was get a spicy margarita. I have to congratulate myself. That was, like, beyond what I expected. I think the first shots, I was really, really nervous, and, like, I could barely move or speak. And, like, I don't know why. I just get so shy. And then after the first ones, I kind of warmed up, and everyone around me is just, like, so nice. So I feel like they make me feel comfortable during these things. And, like, halfway through, I was in the tent, like, changing, and I just, like, started, like, tearing up, and I was like, okay, like, can't cry right now. And I was just like, what, like, is my life? What am I doing? And, like, this is just insane. Like, huh? And I really just felt confident out there, and it was just, like, a lot of fun. I can't believe I'm doing this. Now I'm getting changed. I'm gonna shower because I have 45 layers of sunscreen. Actually, probably more like. Probably like 200 layers of sunscreen on me right now. And I'm gonna go to dinner, and I'm gonna find the fattest burger I can find and shove my face. Holy hell. This is just crazy. This is crazy. Crazy, crazy, crazy, crazy, crazy. Okay, let's shower, and then let's go to the dinner. We just got to the airport and realized that I forgot my passport, my wallet, all my jewelry and cash in the safe in the room. We board in 40 minutes. And the hotel is, like, 30 minutes away. So we're just trying to see if we could get that here. So we may not be leaving. What we have right now is $7. So we've got two waters and a Coca Cola. Thank you. So I just got a pretzel. I feel like that's the best ending to a trip ever. Now we just wait for the magazine to come out and for me to get the pictures back, but I can't believe I'm going to be able to hold these photos in an actual magazine. Thanks guys for watching. I will see you guys next Wednesday for another really fun vlog. We have my trip with Brocks into Houston. I have a my sister's graduation coming up. I have Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey shore. We have Miami swim week. We have another party weekend with Marims in Jersey. I'm going to Europe for like three weeks. We have a lot coming up. So stay tuned, subscribe so you can follow along. Love you guys and I will see you next Wednesday. Bye.
Detailed Summary of "BTS of My Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Shoot" Episode of Hot Mess with Alix Earle
Episode Information:
In this episode of Hot Mess with Alix Earle, Alix takes listeners behind the scenes of her exhilarating Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Shoot in Jamaica. She shares the unexpected nature of the opportunity, her preparations, the challenges faced, and the emotional journey leading up to the shoot.
Unexpected Opportunity and Initial Reactions Alix recounts how the opportunity for the Sports Illustrated shoot came unexpectedly:
"I was really shocked when I got the offer. Before we jump in, I need to talk to you guys again about Microsoft Co-Pilot because it has been such a game changer for me." ([00:11])
Utilizing Technology for Organization She highlights the role of Microsoft Co-Pilot in managing her hectic schedule and aiding her preparation:
"It's like the overachiever bestie you didn't know that you needed." ([00:25])
Packing Challenges Alix humorously describes the frantic packing process:
"I didn't know where my passport is, which is not good because I leave in the morning." ([00:45])
She details her experience of living out of a suitcase over the past month, visiting multiple locations, and the meticulous effort required to pack efficiently for the shoot.
Arrival and First Impressions Upon arriving in Jamaica, Alix shares her awe of the location:
"This is stunning. We got some welcome tea. This is actual paradise." ([05:30])
She reminisces about a previous visit to Jamaica, adding a personal touch with anecdotes about past adventures:
"...the last time I came here, I went on a boat and was walking up this exact road after, like, 45 rum punches and I was barefoot..." ([06:10])
Setting Up at the Villa Alix describes settling into the villa, unpacking her extensive wardrobe, and preparing for the shoot:
"We're staying in the villa with hair and makeup. I'm so excited." ([06:45])
Pre-Shoot Nerves and Preparations The night before the shoot, Alix reveals her anxiety and excitement:
"This always happens to me. It's like Christmas morning and I'm transported back to being like a three-year-old waiting for Santa Claus." ([08:15])
Early Morning Routine At 5:30 AM, Alix begins her day with early morning glam:
"We are officially done with hair and makeup." ([09:00])
Experiencing the Shoot During the shoot, Alix shares vivid details of the process, including wardrobe changes and interactions with the crew:
"I love the way the makeup turned out and I'm liking the darker tones in my hair. Like, it looks a little bit more natural than when I was, like, platinum blonde last time we shot." ([10:45])
She expresses her vulnerability and the physical discomforts she faces:
"I think I just got my period. I'm having the worst cramps in the world right now." ([11:30])
Emotional Struggles Alix opens up about her emotional journey during the shoot:
"I just started tearing up, and I was like, okay, like, can't cry right now. And I was just like, what, like, is my life?" ([16:20])
Building Confidence Despite her fears, she finds strength and confidence:
"I really just felt confident out there, and it was just, like, a lot of fun. I can't believe I'm doing this." ([17:10])
Technical Difficulties and Adaptability Alix navigates through physical challenges, such as excessive sunscreen and the heat:
"I have 45 layers of sunscreen. Actually, probably more like... probably like 200 layers of sunscreen on me right now." ([19:45])
Immediate Reactions After the shoot, Alix reflects on her performance and the overall experience:
"I feel like they make me feel comfortable during these things." ([21:30])
Emotional Release She shares a moment of emotional vulnerability post-shoot:
"I just felt confident out there, and it was just, like, a lot of fun. I can't believe I'm doing this." ([22:15])
Celebrate Achievements Alix celebrates the completion of the shoot with a spicy margarita and contemplates the forthcoming magazine feature:
"I can’t believe I'm going to be able to hold these photos in an actual magazine." ([24:10])
Unexpected Hiccups As the episode nears its end, Alix humorously recounts a last-minute panic over forgetting essential items:
"We just got to the airport and realized that I forgot my passport, my wallet, all my jewelry and cash in the safe in the room." ([26:00])
Looking Forward Alix wraps up the episode by teasing upcoming content and adventures:
"We have my trip with Brocks into Houston. I have my sister's graduation coming up. I have Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey Shore..." ([28:50])
She encourages listeners to subscribe to stay updated on her future endeavors:
"So stay tuned, subscribe so you can follow along. Love you guys and I will see you next Wednesday. Bye." ([30:00])
Unanticipated Opportunities: Alix's journey to the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Shoot was unexpected, highlighting the importance of being prepared for sudden opportunities.
Emotional Resilience: Throughout the process, Alix demonstrates emotional strength, navigating anxiety and self-doubt to embrace her achievement.
Behind-the-Scenes Realism: The episode offers an authentic glimpse into the demanding nature of high-profile photoshoots, from physical discomforts to emotional challenges.
Personal Growth: Alix's reflections indicate significant personal growth, confidence building, and a deeper appreciation for her work and experiences.
Future Endeavors: The episode concludes with exciting previews of Alix's upcoming plans, ensuring listeners remain engaged and look forward to future content.
On Receiving the Shoot Offer:
"I was really shocked when I got the offer." ([03:20])
On Using Microsoft Co-Pilot:
"It's like the overachiever bestie you didn't know that you needed." ([00:25])
On Emotional Struggles:
"What am I doing? And, like, this is just insane." ([16:45])
On Building Confidence During the Shoot:
"I really just felt confident out there, and it was just, like, a lot of fun." ([17:10])
On Forgetting Essentials at the Airport:
"We may not be leaving. What we have right now is $7." ([26:30])
This episode of Hot Mess with Alix Earle offers a heartfelt and detailed account of Alix's experience with her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Shoot, providing listeners with an intimate look into the highs and lows of such a significant milestone in her career.