February has long been associated with romance, and throughout Playboy's history, the month also became known for featuring memorable Playmates on its annual February cover. Many of these women built careers in modeling, entertainment, business, and other fields after appearing in the magazine.
Looking back at Playboy's February covers offers an interesting snapshot of the models who became part of the publication's history. From established models to women discovered through casting opportunities, each Playmate brought her own background and career story.
Here is a look at 10 notable Miss February Playmates featured in the original article, listed from number 10 to number 1.
10. Heather Rene Smith – 2007
Heather Rene Smith, a California native from Salinas, became the February Playmate in 2007. Before her Playboy appearance, she had experience in pageants and gymnastics. Her athletic background helped shape her modeling career, and she went on to appear in Playboy on multiple occasions as well as work on other modeling projects.
9. Kayslee Collins – 2015
Kayslee Collins was selected as Playboy's February Playmate for 2015. The San Diego model had already developed substantial commercial experience before appearing in the magazine. According to the original article, she had appeared in more than 25 commercials and worked with major publications and brands, including an H&M campaign that gave her international exposure.
8. Anka Romensky – 2002
Anka Romensky appeared as the February Playmate in 2002. Born in Kyiv and raised partly in Florida after her family emigrated when she was young, Romensky developed an interest in modeling while studying business and marketing. Standing 5 feet 10 inches tall, she combined modeling work with an interest in real estate and an active lifestyle.
7. Aliya Wolf – 2004
Aliya Wolf became Miss February in 2004. Born in Stephenville, Texas, she began modeling at 19 and later gained pageant experience, including being named Miss Houston USA. She also worked as a spokesmodel on Star Search. The original article notes that Wolf later settled into family life while enjoying life on a ranch and spending time around horses.
6. Jessica Burciaga – 2009
Jessica Burciaga was featured on the February 2009 cover. A native of Huntington Beach, California, she grew up around the Southern California beach lifestyle. Although she originally had ambitions in broadcast journalism, a modeling opportunity changed the direction of her career. She subsequently appeared in publications including Stuff and Maxim before becoming a Playboy Playmate.
5. Leola Bell – 2012
Leola Bell was the February Playmate in 2012. Born in Rockville, Maryland, Bell had dreamed of becoming a model despite growing up in a religious household. After moving to Miami for college, she began working as a bikini model and eventually crossed paths with Playboy through a Playboy Golf event. That opportunity ultimately led to her February cover.
4. Shawn Dillon – 2013
Florida native Shawn Dillon appeared on the February 2013 cover. Raised in Sarasota and surrounded by the Florida coastline, Dillon developed a strong connection with outdoor activities. She enjoyed scuba diving, fishing, surfing and wakeboarding and had already competed successfully in swimsuit competitions before building her modeling career.
3. Kylie Johnson – 2011
Kylie Johnson became Miss February in 2011. Born in California and raised in upstate New York, Johnson brought a distinctive style to her modeling career. The original article highlights her tattoos, mixed German and African-American heritage, and her passion for heavy music. Playboy noticed her in 2010, leading to her February 2011 cover appearance.
2. Heather Rae Young – 2010
Heather Rae Young appeared on Playboy's February 2010 cover. A California native from Anaheim, Young had been interested in modeling for years. At the time, she was working as a licensed aesthetician when she attended a casting call connected with Playboy's 55th Anniversary. The opportunity became an important milestone in her modeling career.
1. Amber Campisi – 2005
Amber Campisi takes the top spot in this retrospective as the February 2005 Playmate. A Dallas, Texas native, Campisi was working in her family's Italian restaurant when she learned about Playboy's 50th Anniversary casting opportunities. Encouraged to audition, she took the opportunity and ultimately earned the February cover.
Her story stands out because modeling was not her only career interest. After her Playboy appearance, Campisi continued to be involved with her family's restaurant business while also exploring modeling and acting. The original article describes her as the first woman to take over the family business.
A Look Back at Playboy's Miss February Covers
These 10 women represent different paths into modeling, from pageants and commercial campaigns to casting calls and unexpected opportunities. Their February cover appearances became notable moments in Playboy's long publishing history, while many continued pursuing careers and interests beyond the magazine.