Maura Higgins, the dazzling star from Love Island’s 2019 series, has once again stolen the spotlight—this time with a jaw-dropping £20,000 Hermès Birkin bag that’s as coveted as her fiery on-screen presence. The Irish beauty, known for her bold style and unapologetic charm, gave fans a front-row seat to her latest splurge via an Instagram unboxing that left everyone swooning. Dubbed a “Birkin mommy” by her own proud declaration, Maura’s navy blue Hermès masterpiece, complete with a gleaming gold clasp, is the ultimate symbol of luxury—and a testament to her skyrocketing success.
In a video shared with her legion of followers, Maura carefully untied a chic black bow adorning the iconic orange Hermès box, revealing the cream-colored dust bag cradling her new arm candy. With a flourish, she showcased the bag, spinning it for the camera as if it were the true star of the show. This isn’t Maura’s first brush with designer decadence—back in 2020, her close friend and Love Island co-star Molly-Mae Hague gifted her a personalized Christian Dior bag, valued at £2,250 at the time. Maura’s reaction then was pure delight, captioning a video of the luxurious gift with, “OMG my girl Molly-Mae spoiled me. Love you so much.” Clearly, Maura has a knack for attracting high-end accessories—and the spotlight that comes with them.
This extravagant purchase comes hot on the heels of Maura’s latest career triumph. The Sun exclusively revealed that the 34-year-old has secured a plum role hosting the Aftersun companion show for the upcoming second season of Love Island Games. After successfully fronting Aftersun for Love Island USA’s fifth season on Peacock, Maura is now jetting off to Fiji to helm the new series, which will air in real-time alongside the main show. Unlike the pre-recorded first season of Love Island Games, this installment promises fresh drama and instant reactions, with Maura at the helm to dissect every steamy moment.
A TV insider spilled the tea, saying, “Maura was thrilled to be asked to host Aftersun for Love Island Games. It’s a separate show, so there was no guarantee she’d get the gig. When bosses approached her, she was over the moon—it’s proof they see her as a key player in the Love Island USA family.” Maura’s infectious energy and sharp wit have clearly won over producers, cementing her status as a fan favorite both on and off the screen.
Beyond her designer bag obsession, Maura recently shared a budget-friendly beauty secret that proves she’s as relatable as she is glamorous. The I’m A Celeb alum revealed a £6.99 hair product she swears by to keep pesky greys at bay—a stark contrast to the £29.50 luxury version she could easily afford. It’s this mix of high-low charm that keeps fans hooked, whether she’s flaunting a Hermès Birkin or dishing out affordable hair hacks.
From Love Island villa to global streaming screens, Maura Higgins continues to live her best life—£20,000 bag in hand and a new hosting gig to match. With her star power only growing, it’s clear this Birkin isn’t just a bag; it’s a crown for the queen of reality TV’s latest chapter.