Maura Higgins inks deal with Elite Models as she pursues runway career

Maura Higgins inks deal with Elite Models as she pursues runway career
Maura Higgins inks deal with Elite Models as she pursues runway career

Maura Higgins has signed a deal with superstar agency Elite Models, in a bid to swap the reality TV world for that of the runway.

The former Love Island contestant, 30, could soon be gracing the covers of high fashion magazines as she follows in Kendall Jenner's footsteps by inking the contract with the high-flying firm.

Attempting to crack the US, the brunette bombshell will also be represented by Elite's sister agency EWG Management in New York and LA.

Wow! Maura Higgins has signed a deal with superstar agency Elite Models, in a bid to swap the reality TV world for that of the runway

Wow! Maura Higgins has signed a deal with superstar agency Elite Models, in a bid to swap the reality TV world for that of the runway

Taking to Instagram on Sunday to share the exciting news, she uploaded a snap of herself striking a bold pose in a white top and a contrasting black blazer.

Slipping her toned pins into a pair of glossy onyx vinyl trousers, she added inches to her enviable frame with a coordinating pair of leather boots.

Flashing a peace sign in the reception of Elite's London office, she wrote in her caption: 'Here's to new beginnings.'

One of the world's best known model agencies, it has had supermodels including Gisele Bundchen, Cindy Crawford, Claudia Schiffer, Linda Evangelista and Naomi Campbell on its books.

Beauty: The former Love Island contestant, 30, could soon be gracing the covers of high fashion magazines

Beauty: The former Love Island contestant, 30, could soon be gracing the covers of high fashion magazines

In good company: She follows in Kendall Jenner's footsteps by inking the contract with the high-flying firm

In good company: She follows in Kendall Jenner's footsteps by inking the contract with the high-flying firm

It is famous for its model scouting contest and its customers include leading fashion houses like Chanel, Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.

A source recently told MailOnline Maura had dumped her management team to pursue a modelling career – and revealed she was already in advance talks

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