SI Swimsuit Social Club Day 2 recap

SI Swimsuit published a May 21 recap of the second day of its Social Club event, detailing a May 16 program of panels, brand activations and live appearances tied to the release of the 2026 issue. The event took place at Spring Studio in New York after a launch week that began with the issue’s May 12 release and a May 14 VIP party at the Hard Rock Hotel New York. SI Swimsuit said the two-day Social Club was designed to bring readers and fans into the magazine’s world. The Day 2 recap described a schedule that mixed model conversations, masterclasses, gifting stations and photo moments. ### Which day is SI Swimsuit recapping here? Saturday, May 16 was the second day of the Social Club, according to SI Swimsuit’s recap and related event coverage. The brand said Day 1 on Friday, May 15 centered on a brunch-style gathering for VIP members, while Day 2 opened the programming to a broader audience for panels, Q&As and other experiences at Spring Place and Spring Studio coverage tied to the same weekend. (swimsuit.si.com) Tuesday, May 12 was the date the 2026 issue dropped, and SI Swimsuit said 34 models featured in the annual edition traveled to New York City for the surrounding events. The launch weekend also included a May 14 red carpet and VIP party where Fetty Wap performed, according to SI Swimsuit’s earlier reports. ### Who appeared on the Day 2 panels? (swimsuit.si.com) Tiffany Haddish, Nicole Williams English, Brooks Nader and XANDRA appeared on the first “Model Behavior” panel, which was hosted by Shannon Ford, SI Swimsuit said. The recap said the group discussed their experiences with the magazine before taking part in a “Guess Who”-style game that included personal facts about the panelists. (swimsuit.si.com) Ellie Thumann, Jasmine Sanders, Lauren Chan, Penny Lane, Meredith Mickelson and Erin Marley Klay appeared on a second panel titled “Beach Please,” according to the recap. SI Swimsuit said that conversation focused on beauty routines and off-camera interests, including hydration tips from Thumann and Lane, a simpler makeup approach from Klay, Chan’s work on a short film and Mickelson’s acting work. (swimsuit.si.com) Ali Truwit, Christen Goff, Jena Sims, Haley Baylee, Achieng Agutu, Gabi Moura and Olivia Dunne were listed as the next “Model Behavior” panel group in the recap. The article excerpt available in search results identifies that lineup as part of the later stage programming on Day 2. ### Where did Alix Earle fit into the event? (swimsuit.si.com) Alix Earle took part in a live taping of “The Bossticks” on May 16, according to a separate SI Swimsuit report published that day. SI Swimsuit said Earle sat down with Michael Bosstick and Lauryn Bosstick, the founders of Dear Media, for a conversation about the creator economy and brand-building. (swimsuit.si.com) The May 16 report identified Earle as a three-time SI Swimsuit model and one of the four 2026 cover models. SI Swimsuit said the live podcast was part of the broader Day 2 public programming, which also included expert-led panels and masterclasses. ### What brands and activations were part of Day 2? ATTAIN unveiled an SI Swimsuit collaboration during the Social Club on Saturday, May 16, according to SI Swimsuit. (swimsuit.si.com) The brand said the limited-edition 11-piece “Beach. Bath. Bed.” travel set was introduced on-site, where guests could also get personalized embroidery. Pop Up Bagels, Hawaiian Tropic, La Croix, Electric Picks and ATTAIN were among the brands named in SI Swimsuit’s Day 2 fashion coverage. (swimsuit.si.com) That report said guests moved through an all-day schedule that paired product sampling and swag with panels and model appearances. ### What can readers watch or follow next? SI Swimsuit said readers who missed the event can watch a recording of the official Social Club livestream through its event coverage. (swimsuit.si.com) The brand has also published separate posts on Day 2 fashion, Alix Earle’s live podcast appearance and the ATTAIN collaboration as part of its continuing 2026 issue rollout. (swimsuit.si.com 1) (swimsuit.si.com 2)