Amaya Espinal has not only won the Love Island USA season 7 crown but also earned a viral moment that has captured the hearts of fans across the country.
In a recent interview with The Today Show on July 15, Amaya sat down with her boyfriend, Bryan Arenales, to discuss one of the most talked-about moments from the show — her iconic muumuu.
Fans may remember Amaya wearing the green flowy dress during episode 28 of the season, a piece that quickly became viral. The dress, commonly known as a house dress in the U.S., has a rich cultural significance and history, as noted by Teen Vogue.
Her effortless style in the muumuu earned her major fan approval, with many taking to social media to express their admiration.
One fan shared on X (formerly Twitter), “Amaya turnin men out in ya tia’s muumuu cmon queen diva DONTTTT PLAY WIT HERRRR,” while another posted, “Amaya wearing that muumuu OKAYYYYYU.”
The Meaning Behind the Muumuu
Amaya reflected on the meaning of wearing the muumuu and how it became more than just a viral outfit. “They only let me know a day before I was going to be flown out,” Amaya shared. “So once I found out, I went to my closet and I just threw everything in my suitcase.”
Despite the rush, she explained that she always likes to buy something new for her travels. The muumuu, which she purchased during a trip to Portugal, was particularly significant for Amaya as it reminded her of the good moments in her travels, especially during the tough days on the show.
“It really made me feel grounded. And it let me spread my legs so I can jump on him to kiss him,” Amaya laughed, referring to the makeout session she shared with Bryan while wearing the dress.
Bryan’s Hilarious Take
When the interviewer noted that fans appreciated Amaya’s comfort in the muumuu, Bryan Arenales chimed in with his own humorous perspective, saying, “Wait, is that a comfort thing? I thought she looked good as hell in that.” His playful comment added to the fun, highlighting their undeniable chemistry.
Empowering Message to Women
Amaya expressed how grateful she was for the positive response from fans, especially the message that resonated about comfort over traditional beauty standards. “I love that message that everybody was able to get and receive from that,” she said.
“I remember getting ready that night, and everybody was just wearing short dresses and everything, but I was like wait, I really just want to be comfortable.”
Amaya ended the conversation by reminding women that their beauty isn’t defined by what they wear. “You’re beautiful with that mini dress or with a long dress. It’s way more than about the physical.”
Amaya and Bryan: A Relationship That’s Official
In the finale, Amaya and Bryan made their relationship exclusive before leaving the villa, and they were the only couple in the finale to officially label their relationship. This commitment helped them win the season and start their new journey as an official couple.
