Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin is fresh from stunning fans in a skimpy pastel bikini while showing off a different look. The Russian-born former athlete is known for her signature blonde locks, however it was a brunette look that she showed her 1.1 million Instagram followers earlier this month. Nastia posted from the beach and showing off her Gold Medal figure, also reminding fans that her swimwear style is always on point. The five-time Olympic medalist confirmed her gallery was throwback content, but fans don't seem to care either way.
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Stuns In Purple Bikini
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Liukin opened her gallery while flaunting her toned legs and booty as she struck a smiling pose by lapping waves.
Nastia wore a high-waisted and sparkly purple bikini in slight knit fabrics, also going for a sporty top, plus a stylish matching hat. Nastya also wore shades, notably showing off long dark locks which cascaded down her back. In a swipe right, the gymnast was seen poolside and squatting down while in textured jeans and a white crop top. Here, the Moscow native also wore red kitten heels.
Further images showed last year in a strapless blue bikini and in various evening looks. In all images, the Pottery Barn partner rocked her brunette locks.
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This Day Last Year
In a caption, Nastia wrote: "This day last year, i was frolicking on the beach — as a brunette — with @brittrix 💕."
Fans have been responding. While users usually gush over Nastia and her looks, it appears that fans prefer the star in her usual blonde state. “I love you but please don't be a brunette ever again lol,” one user wrote. Another said that Nastia looks much better as a blonde, with a third fan saying "no to the brunette.”
The Nastia Cup
Nastia retired from professional gymnastics aged only 22 back in 2012. The APL collaborator does, however, continue her gymnastics endeavors via the annual Nastia Cup, headed for its 14th year.
In a recent Instagram share Nastia got fans pumped for this year's cup. She also offered herself some words.
Looking Back
Addressing fans, Liukin wrote:
"I wish I could tell my younger self that ONE day you will make an impact on someone’s life. One day you will inspire the next generation. And one day your little idea and vision you had would create a beautiful moment like this one with Makarri + Gabby.So here is to dreaming big, working hard, and never quitting on a bad day - oh and the 14TH NASTIA LIUKIN CUP!!!!!!!!!"
