Overview
- Reports published July 1, 2026 say Ellie used a Love Island: Unseen Bits confessional to show what she keeps in her bags and answer long‑running viewer guesses.
- She listed everyday staples such as a hair clip and lip balm and then produced playful, oversized props including lemons, a whisk, a cowboy hat, a yoga mat and a large plant.
- Viewers had noticed her constant handbag use since the series began in June, with one Prada Midollino crossbody — previously worn by Series 12 runner‑up Shakira Khan — singled out by fans and outlets for its designer value.
- Fellow islander Robyn Langton previously commented on Ellie's habit, and the confessional moment turned the accessory into a light viral talking point rather than a dramatic plotline.
- The show has supplied contestants with preloved clothes through an eBay partnership since 2022, and outlets report that handbags were added to that wardrobe arrangement during Love Island All Stars in January 2025, linking contestant styling to production sponsorship.