Love Island’s Maura Higgins Debuts Dramatic Pixie Cut Hair Transformation at Paris Fashion Week

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Maura Higginsis faithful to serving legendary looks

While theTraitorsstar has made a habit of stealing the spotlight with her fashion, she upped the ante with a bold hair transformation that turned heads atParis Fashion Week 2026

While attending the Viktor & Rolf Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026/2027 show July 8, Higgins debuted a dark brunette chopped pixie cut that complemented her black pinstriped suit, made up of a pair of pleated trousers and large jacket with flowing tail

The 35-year-old—set to appear onDancing With the Stars’ upcoming season 35—also sported a pair of white pumps, which accented the oversized collar she wore around her neck

Higgins’ bold new hairstyle stood in stark contrast to the shoulder-length locks she wore less than two weeks before while attending the Wimbledon tennis tournament in England June 29 alongsideChris Appleton,Romeo Beckhamand his girlfriendKim Turnbull

Of course, since becoming a familiar face as a contestant onLove Islandin 2019, the reality TV star has been vocal about channeling her style sense into eye-catching looks. In fact, she has emphasized that “fashion has always been a part of who I am.” 

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“Over time, I’ve worked on making more intentional style choices,” she toldBasic Magazinein an interview published June 19. “I still want to feel powerful and turn heads on every occasion. I often say if the look isn’t going to be a moment, then why bother?”

Higgins took that mindset into her time onThe Traitorslast season, for which she was given the award for “Best Costume Design” by reunion hostAndy Cohen. 

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As she put it, “OnThe Traitors, fashion was my main focus. I nearly forgot there was a game going on!”

As for the pillar that drives Higgins’ fashion choices and makes her feel most comfortable in the looks she wears? She said, “Confidence, always.”

“Fashion has always intrigued me, so having it become such a big part of my life and career feels natural,” she explained toBasic. “I feel my best in something that makes a statement but still feels like me. There has to be a balance—I want to feel strong, sexy, and serve big drama.”

In addition to Higgins, read on for more stars who have attended Paris Fashion Week 2026. 

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