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Behind The Swim Special: Journey to La Mina Falls
One of our favorite things about filming the Victoria’s Secret Swim Special was our “set”—the stunning, lush backdrops offered by Puerto Rico! When photographer Jerome Duran heard about the...
Feb 25, 2015

Behind The Swim Special: Journey to La Mina Falls

One of our favorite things about filming the Victoria’s Secret Swim Special was our “set”—the stunning, lush backdrops offered by Puerto Rico! When photographer Jerome Duran heard about the breathtaking natural beauty of La Mina Falls in El Yunque National Forest, he jumped at the chance to stage a photo shoot with his longtime friends, Adriana Lima and Candice Swanepoel.

Candice, Adriana and Jerome are practically family. They’ve known each other for years and share a passion for photography that goes beyond commercials and editorials—it’s a love of making beautiful photos.  

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Trekking through the rainforest was so exciting—it was a thrill for everyone to be around nature, and a refreshing change from working in the studio. Jerome relates, “Nature on an island is very different from a continent—it holds a special place for me.”

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And of course, it wasn’t just Candice, Adriana and Jerome making the trek—our whole film crew traveled with them to capture the moment!

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“I don’t know what it is, but there’s something very magical about a waterfall,” says Jerome, and we totally agree. But while that waterfall may look warm and tropical, the water was actually extremely cold! Good thing Candice & Adriana handled it like pros.

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Candice, Jerome and Adriana are all smiles after a long day’s work!

Don’t forget—you can see this full story come to life on the Victoria’s Secret Swim Special, airing Thursday, February 26 at 10/9c on CBS.

BEHIND THE SWIM SPECIAL: MARTHA HUNT
This North Carolina native has been gracing our catalogues and windows for the past few seasons—and the past few Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows—and now you’ll get to see a new side of her on our upcoming Swim...
Feb 25, 2015

BEHIND THE SWIM SPECIAL: MARTHA HUNT

This North Carolina native has been gracing our catalogues and windows for the past few seasons—and the past few Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows—and now you’ll get to see a new side of her on our upcoming Swim Special. We asked Martha Hunt a few questions about her beach style and more.

Lie in the sand’ or ‘splash in the waves’ kind of girl?

Splash in the waves!

Beach braid or beach waves?

Beach waves.

Poolside or seaside?

Seaside.

Ice cream, coconut or popsicle?

Coconut. Especially piña colada. Better yet, piña colada in a coconut!

How old were you when you learned to swim?

Five

Favorite beach memory?

Having a New Year’s bonfire in Mexico.

Surf’s up! Ever had a major wipeout?

Yes, I’ve been bruised up while surfing.

Favorite beach sport?

Paddle ball.

You’re on a boat. What’s your jam?

“Champagne Toast” by Blood Orange

What’s in your beach bag?

Sarong, sunglasses, sandals, sunscreen & a really good book.

Your go-to sunbathing suit?

Strapless bandeau top.

Your perfect bonfire look?

Bikini top & denim shorts.

See Martha in action and learn what’s it’s like behind the scenes on one of our swim shoots on the Victoria’s Secret Swim Special, airing February 26, 10/9c on CBS. Can’t wait? Shop looks from the show now.