Maura Higgins looks incredible in latex for sizzling new shoot – as she reveals ‘PTSD' after Love Island
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MAURA Higgins is almost completely unrecognisable in a stunning new photoshoot.
Maura was transformed in this other-worldly shoot for Original Magazine, donning a series of eye-catching one-of-a-kind looks.
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Maura looked incredible in one-of-a-kind pieces for the shoot
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Posing in latex, Maura showed off her evil-looking side for the pictures
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Maura is one of three cover stars for the latest Original Magazine
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Donning latex and leather for some of the pics, the star channelled her vixen-side in a long, deep red wig for some pics, while in others she wore a sharp, stand out black bob.
In another, Maura appeared to recreate a Grace Jones-style look in a full-body latex suit with a wide-brimmed black hat, which is tipped to the side and held in place by her hands, which boast long, razor-sharp pointed nails.
Often staring down the camera to acclaimed photographer Ben Rankin, the high-end shoot comes after a brutally honest interview in which she admitted she struggled with her Love Island fame.
First coming into the public eye alongside the likes of Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury in Love Island UK's series five back in 2019, Maura has become one of the defining faces of the entire franchise.
Coming in fourth place alongside Curtis Pritchard, Maura has since gone on to star on I'm A Celebrity, and land a hosting gig on Love Island USA's Aftersun alongside main host Ariana Madix.
But before she found her feet, Maura admits to the mag that she found herself flailing under the pressure, pushed to take on a string of jobs she wasn't happy with after being advised to "strike while the iron was hot".
"When I first came off Love Island, I didn't know this industry very well. I took on way too much, and things that I didn't necessarily enjoy at the time," she told the mag.
"There were moments after Love Island where I was so unhappy. I was crying a lot… when I look back, it actually gives me some PTSD.
"I'm so, so, so fortunate now that I've got such an incredible team around me and we trust each other. That has changed everything for me."
Irish Maura credited her famed confidence on her mum, who raised her alongside her three siblings – and said that I'm A Celebrity, which she appeared on last year, remains "one of the best things she's ever done".
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But she isn't afraid to acknowledge that part of her will always be tied to Love Island.
While the star may have struggled to begin with, she is now known worldwide for both her collaborations with high-end fashion brands, photoshoots and reality TV appearances.
But she says she's happy to help other islanders, especially Love Island USA stars, as they navigate their own path in fame.
'I get so excited to talk to these islanders about their experience. I always want to be that big sister and, you know, give advice and make them feel comfortable," she says.
"I like to be there for them, because I have experienced it," Maura added. "I can give them advice. Maybe my advice won't always be the best, but I'll give it and I'll try to help them through."
You can buy your copy for Original Magazine here.
Photoshoot Credits: Photographer: Brian Rankin; Digi Assistant: Adam Roberts; Videographer: Sam Thacker; Stylist: Eden Lovesee-Clark; Stylist Assistant: Jack Booth; Hairstylist: Carl Bembridge; Makeup Artist: Suzy Clark; Nail Technician: Nosipho Ledwaba-Chapman; Art Direction: Emily-Grace & Michael Morgan; Creative Assistant: Isabel McGregor Cuevas
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Donning long finger nails and wide-brimmed hat, Maura stared down the camera in the all-black look
Credit: Brian Rankin
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During the chat, Maura admitted she struggled in the aftermath of Love Island
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