Love Island star Ellie Chadwick has finally answered one of the biggest questions from fans this series: what is inside the handbag she is rarely seen without? The Scottish Islander, a standout contestant on the 13th season of ITV's dating show, has been spotted carrying a handbag in almost every scene since the premiere in June 2026.
Fan Obsession with Ellie's Handbags
Viewers quickly noticed that Ellie is almost never without a handbag, whether lounging by the pool, dressed for a date, or saying goodbye to a fellow Islander. One notable bag is a Prada Midollino crossbody, valued at around £2,000, which was also worn by last year's runner-up Shakira Khan. The show has partnered with eBay since 2022, providing contestants with second-hand outfits and allowing them to bring personal items. Bags were introduced as part of this arrangement during the Love Island All Stars series in January 2025.
Fellow contestant Robyn Langton, who was recently eliminated, admitted she was puzzled by Ellie's accessory choice. "So I don't really know why she's carrying the bags around, but she slays it anyway. I can't believe the reaction I've come out to about Ellie's bags," Robyn said.
Ellie's Beach Hut Reveal
During the latest episode of Love Island: Unseen Bits, Ellie finally addressed the mystery in the beach hut confessional. She explained her essentials: "Obviously you got to have your hair clip, for when you want to put your hair up, when you're at the beach, we love a hair clip, and this one is a little flower and it's cute." She continued, "Then lip balm, for when the lips are nice and moisturised, we have my lip combo, staple in the handbag. But there is a lot more in here, and it's really getting heavy."
In a playful twist, Ellie then pulled out two lemons, a whisk, a cowboy hat, a yoga mat, and a large plant. "Two lemons! Next my whisk, just in case we need to stir some stuff up. Next up, cowboy hat! We have my plant, I just love my plant. Well it's all fair and well showing you what is in the bag, good luck to me trying to get it back in there, it's a bit of a tight squeeze," she joked.
Impact on Viewers
The revelation has delighted fans who have been speculating about the contents of her bag since the series began. The segment has become a talking point on social media, with many praising Ellie's humor and creativity. Love Island airs Sundays to Fridays on ITV2 and ITVX.
