Jenna Lyons flaunted her modeling prowess as she enjoyed some sunshine on a lake.
The 55-year-old star of The Real Housewives of New York City took to her Instagram Story on Monday, July 31st, to post a picture of herself wearing a seductive swimsuit with a deep neckline. The revealing one-piece accentuated Lyons' cleavage and had a high-waisted design. She accessorized the ensemble with stacked necklaces and oversized sunglasses.
Lyons lounged in a swimsuit while on a boat in the snap, captioning it with "Monday." This swimsuit photo follows her recent revelation during episode 2 of the new season of RHONY, where she expressed her aversion to showing excessive skin.
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The conversation arose when Lyons decided to surprise her costars Erin Lichy, Sai De Silva, Ubah Hassan, and Jessel Taank with lingerie during a visit to Lichy's house in the Hamptons. Upon Lichy's suggestion of having a fashion show to showcase their gifts, Lyons made it known that she would not be participating. (Brynn Whitfield, who was battling a cold, was not present.)
"This will not occur in the presence of others," stated Lyons. "Privately, you will learn the reasons behind this limitation. I am affected by a rather uncommon genetic disorder known as incontinentia pigmenti, which is why I never expose any skin," she further explained in relation to her condition.
However, Lyons conceded that she does reveal the skin around her chest, as it remains unaffected by the hyper-pigmentation and scarring resulting from the disease.
Lyons shared more about her condition during an appearance on The View on July 19. Along with skin imperfections, the disorder hinders the growth of her hair, teeth, and eyelashes.
During her visit, Lyons revealed, "All of my teeth are artificial," and mentioned the significant amount she invested in them. She also disclosed that her hair is not natural and can be removed like a hat, clarifying it is not a wig. Lyons further stated that her eyelashes are false, and she lacks eyebrows, with scars scattered across her skin. She emphasized that this condition motivated her to pursue a career in fashion and beauty as she continuously strived to improve her appearance and fit in.
Lyons worked at J. Crew from 1990 to 2017, playing a crucial role in transforming the company from its preppy image to a more adventurous and refined one. She gained recognition for her innovative designs, which ranged from sequined creations to neon belts, ballet flats, and leather bags. Following her time at J. Crew, Lyons transitioned to the reality-documentary show Stylish, where viewers were able to witness her journey of establishing an eyelash company and making a comeback into the public eye.
In 2020, Lyons introduced LoveSeen, a cosmetics label specializing in natural-looking lashes that are delicately attached to a thin band. The brand offers a variety of options, including half-lashes, individual lashes, and full bands, all available in black and brown.