EXCLUSIVE: From Bachelor to bikinis! Rachel Nance gives an inside look into life on reality TV, her Miami Swim Week must-haves, AAPI & more
Nance, who was a fan favorite on season 28 of The Bachelor (aka Joey's season!), entered as an everyday nurse and left as a reality star — but in the years since her TV debut, she has become a cultural advocate for AAPI people everywhere.
The proud Filipino, Black, Arbab, and Pacific Island-raised former Bachelor contestant underwent severe online hate throughout her time post-filming due to her 'blended' family background.
It has been her mission ever since to raise awareness, promote education, and amplify the voice of the largely marginalized AAPI community. The star often shares her encouragement via Instagram saying, 'Be proud of who you are and own it and love it!'
Her time on the set of one of the world's most popular reality shows taught her more than you may think, from how to chase her dreams to the best bikini brands. 'Doing reality, it was a scary scenario to imagine myself in. But it also turned out the best way possible,' said Nance.
The humble nurse remembers being 'taught a lot' from her fellow contestants 'I think I learned a lot from my friend Leah, she's a glam girl.' Most of Nance's favorite beauty products and brands were influenced by her friends on the show, including her newfound love for Tatcha's lip mask and fellow Filipino Patrick Starrr's famous On 'Til Dawn setting spray.
ONE/SIZE On 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
'Patrick Star, if you're going to wear makeup at the beach, put his spray on — It'll stay on forever!'
The Hawaii raised star noted her fellow AAPI creator Patrick Starrr's product as one of her must-haves.
From celebs to Sephora shoppers, this setting spray continues to be a viral buy and it comes in a glittery version too!
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She also notably has matching David Yurman bracelets with her fellow finalist of Joey's season, Daisy Kent!
'We walked past David Yurman (we love telling the story), and I said we should, like, look at bracelets. She's like, 'Yeah, okay, I won't get one.' And I think something came over us! ... We have matching bracelets. That's what these are. It's a friendship bracelet,' said Nance.
David Yurman Cablespira® Bracelet
Friendship bracelets but make it adult!
Nance and her co-star Daisy Kent both have this stunning luxe David Yurman bracelet 'We have matching bracelets. That's what these are. It's a friendship bracelet,' said Nance.
The famous jewelry brand is loved by many stars and you can explore products in a wide price range starting in the low hundreds.
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But it was not just Nance's co-stars that opened her eyes while filming — it was the viewer's reactions that led to perhaps the most influential takeaway.
'Because everything was televised. I think my self-worth and my identity in my family and my culture have grown astronomically. And although I had a lot of negativity thrown at me because of what I displayed, it made me more proud of who I am and where I come from,' said Nance.
Her experience as a multicultural female reality star has largely impacted her perspective as she brings her pride and passion now into every aspect of her life, from the content she creates to the clothes she shops.
'I think because I am from Hawaii, a lot of it is simple things, like the hair clips that we wear... but also from the mainland, like Tatcha Lip Mask, which is a summer staple that you should buy immediately!'
Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask
Nance mentioned Tatcha as one of her favorite AAPI brands to shop — and it is their viral lip mask that she specifically swears by.
This ultra-hydrating jelly mask is perfect for summer with nourishing ingredients such as Japanese peach extract. The gel formula plumps, firms, and restores the lips overnight!
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Nance noted Tatcha and ONE/SIZE as just two of her favorite popular AAPI brands she consistently shops, but perhaps her biggest obsession currently is a $26 poncho off Amazon that comes in ten colors and according to Nance is 'an Asian American' founded brand.
From celebrating AAPI month this May to attending her first-ever Miami Swim Week, Rachel Nance is always on the move — and her fans can't help but keep up.
'This is my first Miami Swim Week... I'm just so excited to be around such beautiful, strong women who are running the show, creating the show, and walking it as well,' she said ahead of the runway shows, which concluded on June 1. And of course, The Bachelor star gave a shout-out to the winner of her season, Kelsey Anderson, who she said she was 'very excited' to see walk in the Cupshe show.
Cupshe x Kelsey Anderson Wish You Were Here Bikini Set
Bachelor besties!
Nance is attending her fellow Bachelor co-star Kelsey Anderson's Cupshe runway show which she says she is 'very, very excited!' for.
Anderson's collab collection with the popular affordable swimwear brand includes several summery styles — even one in Nance's go-to bikini shade green!
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Luli Fama Cosita Buena South Beach Dress Luli Fama brand
'Since I've entered this world entertainment my bikini choices have change a lot,' says Nance.
One brand that she'll be eyeing during Miami Swim week is Luli Fama. The luxe brand is available on Revolve and features trendy suits as well as unique cover-ups!
This best-selling one is selling out fast and we have a feeling Nance would be a fan.
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Since her time on The Bachelor, Nance has returned to her life as a dedicated nurse and pursued new ventures, sharing her experiences across social media and beyond. But her work goes beyond the common eye as she spreads light and positivity throughout every endeavor from Hawaii to TV and far, far beyond.
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