Reality television personality Maura Higgins made a dramatic entrance at the Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen show in New York on Tuesday evening, captivating onlookers with her bold fashion choice. The Love Island icon, aged thirty-five, showcased her slender physique in a striking white floor-length corset dress, which featured an extravagant fur collar and matching cuff sleeves for added flair.
Elegant Styling and High-Profile Gift
Maura styled her brunette hair in a sophisticated updo, complementing her ensemble with pristine white heels and sparkling earrings that caught the light. However, the highlight of her evening unfolded during the talk-show appearance, where she received an extraordinary gift from her Traitors co-star, Rob Rausch.
Rob, twenty-seven, presented Maura with a brand-new Hermès Birkin handbag valued at seventeen thousand pounds, a gesture intended to mend fences after he betrayed her during the finale of The Traitors series four. The Irish model could hardly contain her excitement as Rob personally delivered the red luxury bag, adhering to protocol by wearing gloves to ensure Maura was the first to touch it.
Emotional Reconciliation and Celebrity Connections
"This is my win," Maura exclaimed proudly as Rob handed over the pricey accessory, adding, "I knew I'd have my moment." Following a warm embrace, she assured him, "You're forgiven!" The pair also gave a special shoutout to fellow Traitors star Lisa Rinna, who played a crucial role in connecting Rob with Hermès for the bespoke bag.
"[Lisa] helped majorly, majorly," Rob confirmed to host Andy Cohen, with Maura chiming in, "Lisa, thank you very much for this!" After the show, Maura flaunted her new eye-catching handbag during a photoshoot outside the studio, having changed into a more casual outfit.
Post-Show Fashion and Personal Revelations
She opted for a white T-shirt emblazoned with "I'm dumb?"—a playful nod to her trust in Rob, who was a Traitor—paired with black denim jeans. Meanwhile, Rob demonstrated chivalry by carrying the large orange Hermès box for her as they exited into the New York streets. He sported a blue bomber jacket over a white T-shirt and jeans, topped with a black baseball cap bearing the word "Traitor."
Earlier in the day, Maura had turned the sidewalk into her personal runway, modeling a stylish pinstriped minidress with burgundy tights. The smart navy dress cinched at the waist with a corset, and she elevated her look with towering burgundy heels. To complete the ensemble, she carried her twenty-thousand-pound black Birkin handbag, purchased last August, showcasing her impressive designer collection.
Insights into Maura's Personal Life
In related news, Maura recently opened up about her personal life, revealing that she has been celibate for an entire year following a series of disappointing relationships. "I've already got severe trust issues," she admitted. "I've been cheated on by the majority of my exes—that's the reason I've been celibate for a whole year."
She further explained that this distrust has led her to become an "investigator" in new relationships, often going through a partner's phone within the first week. "If I'm dating you and it's only a week in, I've already gone through your phone," Maura confessed. "Men have done me dirty, so like, I mean, I'd probably say it's a beige flag, but we call it red."
Maura's romantic history includes relationships with Curtis Pritchard and Chris Taylor from Love Island, as well as a brief stint with Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice. Despite past rumors linking her to Joey Essex, she has remained focused on her career and personal growth amidst the public scrutiny.
