Love Island USA returns to Peacock with a new season featuring host Arianna Madix and a fresh set of singles heading to the villa, and fans can now buy official Love Island merch tied to the launch.
The show’s branded items include a personalized double walled stainless steel water bottle that holds hot and cold drinks, a customizable phone case available in several sizes and MagSafe compatible options, and a beaded wristlet phone chain inspired by the villa palette branded with the phrase I got a text.
Additional pieces range from the I’ve Got A Text t shirt viewers can wear while watching episodes to coverups designed for beach and pool days, all positioned as season ready accessories for fans.
One original Islander, Mackenzie Annis known as Kenzie, has already drawn attention ahead of the series run. She described herself in a pre premiere interview as feeling like a big lovergirl and cited her parents long marriage as the model she wants, saying, My parents are still in love, and it’s beautiful how their marriage has grown. It’s been 30 years. I want that kind of love. I was in love once, but I’ve been single now for a year and a half. I’m so starving for some boys.
DC Area Watch Parties And Local Events
Several DC area venues are hosting watch parties tied to the season rollout, offering different viewing experiences and themed promotions for local fans.
Blunt Sluts at 2451 18th St. NW will screen episodes in its Giggle Room with cozy sofas and a projector for watch parties at 9 PM, offering free entry with an in store purchase and asking attendees to RSVP because of a 25 person capacity limit.
The Greene Turtle at 7356 Baltimore Ave. in College Park will stage live viewing with drink specials named for the show such as the I’ve Got a Text ito and the Casa Amour Rita through the initial run, with screenings set to continue on a modified schedule once the World Cup begins.
Royal Sands Social Club at 26 N St. SE plans a beachy premiere party featuring an Islander Fantasy Draft and villa trivia, with tickets priced at $17.94. Tap 99 at 1250 Half St. SE offers a premiere event with indoor and outdoor viewing options and reservations for 9 PM screenings. Tom’s Watch Bar at the same address will show episodes every Sunday at 9 PM with wall to wall screens and a DJ set.
