Ariana Madix's Skin-Baring "Love Island" Dress Requires Lots of Fashion Tape

Jean Paul Gaultier High-Neck Dots Print Top ($311, originally $450) and Jean Paul Gaultier Re-Edition Flared Printed Trousers ($504, originally $630)

The reality star reminded us that "Love Island" isn't just about dresses. She showed off her curves with a Jean Paul Gaultier turtleneck and flared pant set in the brand's famous illusion dot print.

Tom Ford Asymmetric Backless Evening Dress ($6,890)

One thing about Madix? She knows how to make an entrance. Kicking off episode 1, Madix stunned in a backless Tom Ford gown with an abstract halter top. We found similar options here: Superdown Emilijiah Maxi Dress ($76), Lovers and Friends Athenna Gown ($282, originally $299), and Solace London Krista Maxi Dress ($401, originally $520).

Hello Molly Soft Island Dreams Long Sleeve Top Pink ($80) and Hello Molly Soft Island Dreams Maxi Skirt Pink ($60)

The perfect mix of tropical and flirty, Madix kicked off season 8 with a hot pink skirt and ruffled top set.

Ariana Madix did a superb job hosting the "Love Island" season 7 reunion wearing a cutout sequin gown from Jean Pierre Khoury.

Ariana Madix closed the seventh season in one of her best looks yet: a Defaïence white top and a Shani Shemer Swimwear skirt that felt like she was channeling a mermaid.

For episode 30, the host nailed the fruit trend in a black sequin minidress with watermelon, lemon, and cherry embellishment by Leslie Amon.

The reality star stunned in a hooded dress that felt like an optical illusion, appearing like two separate pieces though it's connected at the waist. She finished the look with sold out Akira embellished gladiator sandals.

Madix embraced the cutout trend in a silver sequin dress with chest, ab, and hip cutouts by Mother of All.

Madix posed in a shimmering Hana Official custom dress for Episode 27.

For Episode 23, the Florida native embraced color in a gradiant striped strapless dress.

The host slipped in an Urban Palais Couture gown for Episode 22 that featured 20+ cutouts on each side. The one-of-a-kind gown is custom-made by the Mexican brand.

For Episode 19, Madix went the shimmery route in a halter maxi dress covered in netting and sequin pailettes by Chaku Chaku Handcrafts.

Madix wore the perfect summer-ready frock on Episode 17, posing in a Ramy Brook minidress with a plunging neckline and allover floral print.

The former "Dancing With the Stars" contestant stunned in a LaQuan Smith sleeveless gown with an ab cutout that went viral on TikTok.

A noted fan of LaQuan Smith, it's no surprise Madix chose a look from the designer's Fall 2024 collection for Episode 12. The crop top and hip-cutout skirt is sold out, but you can find similar styles to recreate the look on your own.

The "Something About Her" restaurateur appeared on "Aftersun" in a Michael Costello x Revolve Blair cumin brown gathered skirt with a thigh-high slit and a matching crop top, which is currently sold out.

All eyes were on Madix when she surprised viewers with a totally new hair color on Episode 9, styled with a red cutout minidress and a dramatic floor-length jacket. Fans from the "Vanderpump Rules" era will note the similarities (in color and cutouts) to the revenge dress she wore for the series's penultimate reunion show.

Madix dazzled in a metallic cowl neck gown from Lapointe, which she wore off the shoulder. She completed the look with layered gold chokers, cuff bracelets, and a long braid.

Ariana gave us all vacation inspo with her breezy PatBo crochet dress and a head of beachy waves to match.

When Madix stepped out in a glittering gown at the beginning season 7, we knew it had to be a special piece. As we later discovered, the cutout gown is indeed custom designed by Taylor Cox and it features over 3,000 beads and crystals.

The little black dress is a staple in Madix's closet, and for Episode 1, she pulled out an embellished ruched number from Area.

Nothing says Fiji vacation quite like a yellow crochet set. The former "Vanderpump Rules" star glowed in a marigold netted skirt and matching top from Australian brand Eliya The Label.

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