She’s stayed busy throughout the year building a brand and a lifestyle blog.
And Kelly Bensimon, 49, spent the holiday flaunting her fit figure on the shores of Miami, Florida, on Friday afternoon.
The former Real Housewives Of New York star showed off her enviable frame in a flirty two-piece swimsuit while cooling off in the water near the trendy Eden Roc Resort.
Lovely: Kelly Bensimon, 49, spent the holiday flaunting her fit figure on the shores of Miami, Florida, on Friday afternoon
Bensimon’s washboard stomach was on display as she donned a tiny bandeau top with flirty ruffles running down the middle.
A delicate ruffled hem lined the bottoms of the adorable two piece swimsuit which appeared to have zig-zag patterns.
Kelly’s long chestnut brown hair was worn past her shoulders in loose waves and she sported dark aviator sunglasses with a golden frame over her eyes.
Cutie: The former Real Housewives of New York star showed off her enviable frame in a flirty two-piece swimsuit while cooling off in the water
Bright: Bensimon’s washboard stomach was on display as she donned a tiny bandeau top with flirty ruffles running down the middle
In addition to golden bangles and a watch, the author donned a plethora of necklaces including a large silver cross pendant.
She showed off an entirely makeup-free face for the afternoon adventure as she posed alongside a jet ski before wading in the water.
The brunette beauty seems to be enjoying her sunny vacation down south, having shared a bevy of bikini photos on Instagram throughout the week.
Kelly’s modeling career began three decades ago when she appeared in magazines such as Elle, Cosmopolitan and Harper’s Bazaar, before starring in seasons two to four of the Real Housewives of New York.
Adorable: A delicate ruffled hem lined the bottoms of the adorable two piece swimsuit which appeared to have zig-zag patterns
Ready to ride: She showed off an entirely makeup-free face for the afternoon adventure as she posed alongside a jet ski before wading in the water
In 2010 she appeared on the cover of Playboy magazine, which was photographed by her ex-husband, French photographer Gilles Bensimon, 72.
She’s written several books, including In The Spirit of the Hamptons, American Style, The Bikini Book and most recently The Second Course.
In addition to her lifestyle blog, Kelly recently became a real estate agent with Dolly Lenz Real Estate in New York, with one of her first projects to include selling her fourth-floor unit in the Police Building for around $10 million.
She shares two daughters, Sea, 19 and Thaddeus, 17, with her former husband.
Relax: The brunette beauty seems to be enjoying her sunny vacation down south, having shared a bevy of bikini photos on Instagram throughout the week.
Bag lady! On and off the beach, Kelly has sported numerous vibrant swimsuits during her holiday at Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort