Samie Elishi Shines at W7 Cosmetics Ambassadorship Celebration Dinner
Samie Elishi, the 26-year-old winner of Love Island All Stars, made a stunning appearance at The Ivy Asia in London on Tuesday evening. The event marked her official celebration as the new brand ambassador for W7 Cosmetics, a position she described as a dream come true.
A Fashionable Entrance in Signature Red
The reality television star turned heads with her fashion choices, opting for a striking red blazer dress that showcased her toned legs. She completed the ensemble with matching red heels that added inches to her slender frame and accessorised with elegant gold hoop earrings. The look was both sophisticated and attention-grabbing, perfectly suited for the glamorous private dinner.
Speaking about her new role with the British beauty brand, Samie expressed genuine excitement: 'Seeing my name next to W7 Cosmetics is something I won't get over! It's a brand I've loved and worked with for so long. I am so grateful for these moments.'
Longstanding Partnership with the Beauty Brand
W7 Cosmetics first began working with Samie following her initial appearance on Love Island in 2023. The brand had already identified her as a potential ambassador and was in discussions with her team while she was participating in the All Stars villa earlier this year. The formal announcement of her ambassadorship came on Sunday morning, just days before the celebratory dinner.
The event attracted several notable guests from the Love Island universe, including Millie Court who made a stylish appearance. Sophie Lee also attended, wowing attendees in a low-cut mini dress that complemented the evening's fashionable atmosphere.
Addressing Recent Relationship Controversy
The new professional opportunity comes at an interesting time for Samie, who split from fellow Love Island winner Ciaran Davies just three weeks after their victory on All Stars. The breakup has generated considerable media attention, particularly following Ciaran's recent appearance on the Not My Bagg podcast.
In his podcast interview, Ciaran claimed that their relationship became one-sided following a trip to Wales where Samie met his family. He stated that just two days into Samie's New York brand trip with Olivia Attwood, she called him to end their relationship, insisting the split did not originate from his side.
Samie has since responded directly to these claims through a video shared on her Instagram account. 'I want to start off by saying it's actually a bit sad that someone who you once had a lot of respect for and saw in a certain light would go on a podcast and say you said things that you categorically did not,' she stated firmly.
'We all know that they're rumours and everyone that knows me knows that them things wouldn't have come out of my mouth. So I wanted to clear that up for a start,' she continued, addressing the allegations directly.
The influencer went on to offer broader relationship advice: 'Secondly, girls it's okay to call things off with someone that you're talking to or dating. Me and Ciaran were in the very early stages of dating and we got into the real world and it just didn't work. And that is absolutely fine, I don't think anyone should be getting sick for it not working.'
New Romance with Tyrique Hyde
Since her split from Ciaran, Samie has reportedly been growing closer to fellow Love Island alum Tyrique Hyde, 26, from season ten. Sources indicate they have been on several dates together, with their romance 'blossoming' daily, and are even planning a trip away together.
Interestingly, The Daily Mail has revealed that Tyrique's interest in Samie may predate her appearance on Love Island All Stars. According to sources close to the situation, Tyrique had publicly expressed admiration for Samie months before she entered the villa.
In an online clip from months prior, when asked hypothetically who he would most like to share a bed with, Tyrique immediately responded: 'Samie, she's very good looking.' Days before the All Stars season began, he added: 'I rate Samie. She's a good-looking girl. I've seen her in real life and I have been around her at events and she is so cool.'
Further evidence of his interest emerged when Tyrique commented 'Happy New Year' with a heart emoji under Samie's Instagram post on January 5. Even casual interactions hinted at his feelings; when invited to lunch by fellow Love Islander Whitney Adebayo, his first question was reportedly: 'Is Samie going to be there?'
Speculation About Relationship Timeline
These revelations have led to speculation about the timeline of Samie and Tyrique's connection. 'Tyrique made his feelings clear before she even went in the villa,' claimed an insider. 'Some close circles are wondering if this was her game plan all along.'
The couple has reportedly been trying to keep their relationship low-key for some time but appears to be gradually becoming more public with their dates. Meanwhile, sources describe Tyrique as 'mad about her' and thrilled to have finally connected with Samie after his public pursuit.
Samie and Ciaran had received the £50,000 cash prize after winning Love Island All Stars, but their romance ended just three weeks after leaving the villa. According to sources, the cracks appeared almost immediately after the show concluded, particularly following their trip to Wales where Samie reportedly realized their lives were too different.
As Samie embraces her new role with W7 Cosmetics, she appears to be navigating both professional success and personal developments with equal grace. The brand ambassadorship represents a significant milestone in her post-Love Island career, while her evolving relationship with Tyrique continues to capture public interest.
