Maura Higgins Pairs Sculptural Mugler Mini Dress With Classic White Pumps in NYC

Maura Higgins stepped out in New York City looking fresh and youthful ahead of her appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, where she’s promoting the fourth season of The Traitors.

Standing at 5ft 6½ (168.9 cm), the Irish reality television personality, presenter, and model showcased her long legs in a look that felt effortlessly polished—balancing modern structure with classic appeal.

Best known for rising to fame as a finalist on the fifth season of Love Island in 2019, Higgins has since expanded her résumé as a host on Glow Up Ireland, a contestant on Dancing on Ice, and an actress in the film The Spin. The streamlined outfit, finished with white pumps in a US size 7, underscored her confident, put-together presence without overshadowing the sculptural design.

Maura Higgins steps out in New York City en route to The Drew Barrymore Show, pairing a sculptural denim mini with crisp white pumps while promoting The Traitors season 4 on January 23, 2026 (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Maura Higgins Channels Mugler’s Sculptural Denim Aesthetic

Higgins wore a Mugler denim mini dress from the French luxury fashion house’s Spring 2018 Ready-to-Wear collection. It instantly stood out for its sculptural design, with a sharply constructed corseted bodice and contrast white stitching that clearly outlined the boning and structure.

The stitching didn’t just decorate the dress; it highlighted its architecture and enhanced Higgins’s silhouette. Her dress also featured a plunging neckline and structured bra-style cups, adding a hint of sensuality while keeping the look clean and polished.

The skirt made the dress even more striking. Its silhouette was structured, resembling an inverted peplum that encircled her waist and hips, then narrowed around her thighs. It looked like an oversized, curved pocket built into the denim, giving the skirt depth and dimension while staying true to Mugler’s signature futuristic aesthetic.

The dress was finished with a corset busk fastening at the back, which added to its structured, tailored look.

Underneath the denim dress, Maura wore a crisp white button-down shirt, fastened at the collar and cuffs. I loved how the white and denim pairing instantly made the look feel fresh and wearable. The shirt’s clean lines somehow softened the bold, sculpted structure of the denim and added a chic contrast to the look. Keeping the shirt classic was a smart move, as it balanced the dress’s futuristic silhouette.

Maura Higgins parades her long, slim legs in a Mugler denim mini dress featuring a corset bodice and an architectural mini skirt (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Understated Accessories and Soft Glam Balance the Look

Higgins kept her accessories low-key, which worked perfectly with the rest of her outfit. A pair of tiny earrings added just a soft hint of sparkle, while a black Hermès Birkin brought in an understated sense of luxury. It looked like the same bag that appeared in a clip from The Traitors, where she found a smashed croissant inside.

Higgins’ beauty look was equally polished. She wore her hair in gorgeous, soft, side-parted waves, and her neutral makeup highlighted her almond-shaped eyes with liner and eyeshadow. A matching blush and lipstick completed her glam, giving her a fresh, cohesive look.

Maura Higgins layers a crisp white button-down beneath her sculptural denim mini, finishing the look with a classic black Hermès Birkin (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Pointed White Pumps Ground the Sculptural Silhouette

Maura Higgins finished the look with classic white pumps, their pointed toes and slim heels offering a timeless counterpoint to the dress’s sharp, sculptural lines.

They let the sculptural denim stand out while still matching the crisp white shirt underneath. Their clean white finish carried that fresh feel throughout the entire outfit.

Instead of adding another bold element, the pumps brought everything together, making the look feel polished and well-balanced.

Maura Higgins finishes the look with sleek white pointed-toe pumps, adding a crisp, polished edge to the denim ensemble (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

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