The finale of “Love Island” Season 8 aired on Peacock on Sunday, culminating a dramatic summer in Fiji with the crowning of Trinity Celeste Tatum and Bryce Dettloff as the winning couple of the show. Along the way, host Ariana Madix paid visits to the villa in head-turning looks, many of which were set off by clear heels. FN takes a look at her Fiji footwear style below.
Ariana Madix in the show’s opening.
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In the show’s opening sequence, Madix modeled a monochrome orange look featuring a sequined halter neck mini dress and Zriey clear-heeled sandals, which featured a minimalist upper and clear block heel.
Ariana Madix
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Madix brought lush color to the villa with Aurela Hoxha’s “Scarlett Garden” II dress. The piece was embellished with individually handsewn crystal beads in red, pink, gold, black and burgundy to create abstract floral-inspired patterns, along with a few handmade 3D flowers. She also wore Jessica Simpson’s Adonia heeled sandals, showcasing a version with a gold base and clear upper.
Ariana Madix
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Madix opted for a beachy look with an Aurela Hoxha white two-piece set. The brand’s “Sacred Shell” top and skirt featured intricately hand-crocheted pieces, which were heavily embellished with shells. She finished the look with a pair of barely-there heels featuring a square toe, along with a clear toe strap and ankle strap.
Trinity Celeste Tatum, Bryce Alakai Dettloff, Ariana Madix in the “Love Island USA” Season 8 finale.
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For the big finale, Madix made a statement with a dress from Lê Thanh Hoà’s “The Light of Water” resort 2026 collection. The piece featured an asymmetric silhouette and layered tulle in gradient blues. Her shoes met the drama of the moment with a substantial silver platform and minimalist see-through upper — she wore Steve Madden‘s Olyssia Clear platform sandal. Megan Thee Stallion also wore Steve Madden shoes on this season of “Love Island USA.”
