maya jama red crochet top© Photo: Instagram

Maya Jama is the real Love Island bombshell in crimson crochet co-ord

The presenter stole the show in a handmade crop top and mini skirt

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Senior Lifestyle & Fashion Writer
January 17, 2023

Love Island may have landed back on our screens on Monday night, but the real bombshell was new host Maya Jama, who made her entrance in a dreamy crochet co-ord that set pulses racing.

Rocking a cherry red crop top and mini skirt from Crolage as she strutted into the villa, Maya's vampy knitwear moment proved her status as the ultimate It-girl. "Hope I do you all proud," penned the presenter on Instagram, while sharing several sultry snaps in her sumptuous scarlet getup.

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"Crack on! What happens when the guys want to step forward for the host?" quizzed a fan, as another penned: "The baddest of all time. You look incredible!"

"The hottest on the island," commented a third, agreeing that Maya's red-hot ensemble was the perfect antidote to cure a case of the January blues.

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Maya beguiled viewers in her dreamy red co-ord

The presenter styled her raven hair in voluminous curls that cascaded past her shoulders, defining her naturally beautiful features with a fierce feline flick of eyeliner and a timeless red lip.

It may be winter here in the UK, but that doesn't mean we can't get prepared for summer soirées and balmy holiday nights. Loving Maya's crimson crochet moment? Take a look at our favourite knit pieces below, including the DJ's handmade pick from small-business Crolage.

MAYA'S LOOK: The Rose Set, £200, Crolage

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Crochet Knit Top, was £69, now £21, Karen Millen

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Daniela Crochet Dress, £36, Jaded London

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The 28-year-old presenter, who took over from Laura Whitmore, made her grand entrance on a helicopter at the beginning of the episode before returning to the luxurious South African villa twice throughout the programme.

The opening episode introduced this year's line-up of contestants - including make-up artist Lana, TikTok-famous farmer Will, and ring girl Olivia.

While we have to agree Maya slayed the game when it came to settling into her new role, her fire fashion choices are set to be the true star of the show this season. I mean, did you see that MÔNOT halterneck crêpe cutout maxi dress in last night's episode?

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