Married At First Sight star Evelyn Ellis has revealed her latest Halloween makeover with boyfriend Duncan James.
However, it was her frank remarks about the couple’s future that are likely to spark the most discussion.
The reality television couple have built a reputation for their extravagant Halloween costumes. This year, they paid tribute to the hit comedy The Hangover by portraying two of its most memorable characters.
Speaking to Daily Mail, 31-year-old Evelyn said she stepped into the role of the outrageous Mr Chow, while Duncan dressed as the awkward Alan Garner.
“We were just thinking of iconic dynamic duos, and The Hangover kind of landed,” she said.
“We couldn’t think of anything that we loved more, so we committed to that idea.”
Married At First Sight star Evelyn Ellis has revealed her latest Halloween makeover with boyfriend Duncan James. Both pictured
The latest looks follow another ambitious transformation from last Halloween, when the pair imagined their future by portraying elderly versions of themselves.
Yet Evelyn admitted that maintaining their increasingly elaborate Halloween tradition has become difficult, particularly as they feel compelled to surpass their previous efforts each year.
“Every year, we just want a better and better costume. So that’s the challenging part,” she said.
“I think last year we worked out our costumes in June. This year, it was very last minute because we couldn’t figure out what to do. It’s been so hard to top it every year.”
Although the couple may already look the part of a married pair in their costume photos, Evelyn made clear that she is growing less willing to wait for that milestone in real life.
The former MAFS bride has been dating Duncan for more than three years and said she no longer bothers hiding her hopes for an engagement.
When asked whether she was content to remain Duncan’s girlfriend indefinitely, Evelyn replied: “I don’t think any woman should be complacent.”
“I think it’s about progressing to the next level and being very stern on what you want.”
The reality television couple, known for their elaborate costumes, have once again embraced a major transformation—this time recreating iconic characters from the hit comedy The Hangover
The costumes are the latest in a series of ambitious efforts from the pair, who last Halloween pictured themselves as elderly versions of the couple decades into the future
Evelyn, 31, told Daily Mail that she played the outrageous Mr Chow, while Duncan portrayed the socially awkward Alan Garner
Evelyn said she and Duncan have always been open about what they want from their relationship, before teasing that her boyfriend may need to act quickly.
“I guess Duncan’s got to get moving soon, doesn’t he?”
And it appears Duncan is facing pressure from more than just his girlfriend.
The brunette beauty revealed her mother has become personally invested in the prospect of an engagement, even going so far as to present Duncan with detailed diamond specifications.
‘I’m getting pretty crazy, not gonna lie. I’ll give you that much,’ Evelyn laughed when asked whether she had stepped up her hints.
‘Sometimes I’ll get dressed up, and I’ll leave the house, and I’ll be like, ‘You know what would be the finishing touch of this outfit?’
The answer, of course, is an engagement ring.
Evelyn admitted the pressure has become something of a family affair, with friends and relatives equally eager to see Duncan get down on one knee.
‘Every year, we just want a better and better costume. So that’s the challenging part,’ she said
‘I think last year we worked out our costumes in June. This year, it was very last minute because we couldn’t figure out what to do. It’s been so hard to top it every year,’ she added
‘I think kind of all of Australia has my back, which I kind of feel bad for him,’ she said.
‘All my friends, his family, my family, we’re all like, ‘When is it happening?’
She then revealed just how involved her mother has become.
‘The other day, my mum came over with a diamond certificate and placed it in front of his face,’ she said.
‘She’s so aggressive with it, telling him which specs to get. She’s so intense.’
The revelation comes after Duncan previously told the Daily Mail that he knew exactly which diamond shape Evelyn wanted.
But while marriage is clearly on Evelyn’s mind, the former reality star insisted she is in no hurry to start a family.
Asked whether turning 31 had changed her perspective on motherhood, particularly after previously discussing her mother’s encouragement to freeze her eggs, Evelyn said she wasn’t feeling pressured.
‘I can see how people could think that, but I don’t think I’m in a rush,’ she explained.
‘I just turned 31. I have my whole life ahead of me.’
The reality star also admitted that she is getting impatient for a proposal
She added that women hoping to become mothers should educate themselves about their fertility options rather than wait until later in life.
‘I think every woman who wants to have a kid should do their research early, know what they want, know their bodies and explore all avenues.’
For now, Evelyn said her two beloved dogs, Pickles and Mustard, are more than enough to keep her maternal instincts occupied.
‘For now, Pickles and Mustard are my babies,’ she said.
‘They are our kids. They’re so involved in our lives.’
The pampered pooches are also getting in on the Halloween festivities, with Evelyn teaming up with Petbarn to celebrate the occasion and encourage other pet owners to dress up their furry companions.
The reality star said she particularly enjoys seeing strangers’ reactions when she takes her dogs for walks in their costumes.
‘Sometimes people look so serious, like they’re having a bad day, and then they look down and see the dogs’ costumes, and it just puts a smile on their faces,’ she explained.
‘II’m getting pretty crazy, not gonna lie. I’ll give you that much,’ Evelyn said
‘Something that could be considered a novelty just brightens up everyone’s day, and I think that’s really special and powerful.’
And while Evelyn has always been devoted to her pets, she revealed Duncan has become equally obsessed with the dogs despite never owning one before their relationship.
She joked that her boyfriend has also accepted his place further down the household pecking order.
Evelyn admitted she has spared little expense when it comes to spoiling her four-legged family members.
Asked about her most outrageous pet-related purchase, she revealed she once forked out more than $10,000 to relocate one of her dogs from London to Australia.
‘The most ridiculous amount of money I’ve spent on my dog was getting my dog from London to Australia when I moved countries. That was over $10,000,’ she said.
And it seems the spending hasn’t stopped there.
Evelyn revealed she is now considering alternative treatments for her pets, including hydrotherapy and red-light therapy, to help keep them in peak condition.
Away from her personal life, Evelyn also made a surprisingly frank admission about the challenges she and Duncan continue to face professionally because of their reality TV backgrounds.
Despite building successful careers and a loyal following since appearing on the 2023 season of MAFS, Evelyn claimed some businesses and events still refuse to work with them because of their television past.
Despite building successful careers and a loyal following since appearing on the 2023 season of MAFS, Evelyn claimed some businesses and events still refuse to work with them because of their television past
‘I definitely think that people don’t take me seriously because I’m a reality star, but I think if I were in the UK or America, it would be much more celebrated,’ she said.
‘I still believe that people frown upon me and Duncan because we’ve done reality TV.’
She added: ‘There are still people, brands and events that say no to us because we’ve been on reality TV.’
Evelyn suggested Australia remains behind overseas markets when it comes to embracing reality television personalities and recognising their success beyond the shows that made them famous.
However, she praised Petbarn for embracing the couple and their genuine love of animals.
‘It’s so special to align with something like Petbarn, where it’s such a genuine brand alignment, and they really celebrate us as real people,’ she said.
As for Halloween itself, Evelyn said she hopes more Australians embrace the celebration and learn to take themselves a little less seriously.
‘I feel like we live in a society where everyone wears a mask, everyone’s so uptight, and no one likes to have fun,’ she explained.
‘I love Halloween because it’s one of those times of the year when you can dress up, be silly, release your inner child, be playful and just have a good time.’
And after showing off their latest transformation, Evelyn hinted she and Duncan might have another costume change planned before the festivities are over.
‘We’re going to stock up on lollies and make sure the kids have enough sweet treats when they come knocking on the door,’ she said.
‘And maybe we’ll step out and go to a party. Maybe we’ll do something a little bit sexier.’
