Love Is Blind stars Sara Carton and Joey Leveille are finally Instagram official!

On Sunday, July 13, Sara, 29, shared two photos alongside her Netflix costar, 36 that were taken on a picturesque rooftop as she confirmed their friendship has blossomed into a romance. One snap showed the pair all smiles with their arms wrapped around each other, while another captured the moment they enjoyed a steamy kiss.

Sara opted to wear a pink top and matching skirt with sneakers for the casual date night. Joey was equally stylish in white shorts and a gray T-shirt teamed with sneakers.

“Happy🥹. my newest life chapter title,” Sara captioned the Instagram post, tagging Joey.

Sara and Joey had an initial connection on season 8 of Love Is Blind, but ultimately Sara coupled with Ben Mezzenga and Joey got engaged to Monica Danús.

Despite making it to their wedding day, Sara told Ben, 28, during the season finale that she didn’t want to go ahead with marrying him due to their fundamental differences. Joey and Monica, 28, were among the first couples to be engaged in the pods, but also did not tie the knot on the reality TV show.

Love Is Blind fans began to speculate that Sara and Joey were an item after the show wrapped in March. During the reunion, the pair was notably sitting together on the couch.

Shortly after the reunion aired, Monica called out Sara and Joey in an interview for Elite Daily, claiming Sara had confirmed they were dating.

“I texted Sara, ‘I’m hearing a lot of things about you and Joey. Is there anything you need to tell me?’ And she called me and said, ‘Nothing’s official, but we are seeing each other,’ ” Monica claimed at the time. “She said they didn’t want to make anything official until any online hate dies down.”

At the time, Monica said she felt betrayed by Sara, whom she’d previously considered a friend.

“She told me this started a month ago, so that’s at least two months ago now. I wouldn’t be surprised if it was longer,” Monica said. “All this time when I was venting to her about Joey and she was saying she had my back, she was actually with him.

“It’s a betrayal, and it’s very hurtful,” Monica continued. “It’s no surprise from Joey — I don’t think very highly of him, and I don’t want him in my life. But I’m hurt that Sara would do this to me.”

Sara shut down the romance rumors while on The Viall Files podcast on March 13, saying, “I’ve seen this a few times online in the past 24 hours — to be clear, me and Joey are not dating,” before adding, “I definitely have no capacity to even think about a relationship.”

Sara described how her special bond with Joey flourished on the show while doubling down that they aren’t romantically involved with each other. 

“There was a love square between me, Monica, Ben and Joey,” she said. “We were all talking to each other until the second to last day in the pods. Of course, naturally in that situation and that circumstance, you do connect with people. I feel like me and Joey did establish a really great friendship.”

Sara and Joey continued to fuel speculation about their closeness after they were spotted enjoying a night out together at Ethyl’s Bar & Restaurant in the Upper East Side area of New York City on Sunday, May 4.

The pair reportedly left the restaurant together after drinking with a friend until around 1:30 a.m. local time. 

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During an appearance on the Dear Shandy podcast on Thursday, May 8, Sara addressed their outings.

“[We are] dating in the sense of exploring our relationship and getting to know one another,” Sara said.

When co-host Sharleen Joynt brought up casually dating as their status, Joey said, “Well, I wouldn’t say casually.”

“We’re exploring and with the future of maybe being boyfriend-girlfriend,” he added. 

The Sunday Instagram post announcing they are officially a couple caught the attention of their fellow Love Is Blind contestants.

David Bettenburg posted a GIF of Michael Jackson eating popcorn in the comment section, while Lauren O’Brien teased, “Cute! How’d you guys meet?” 

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The same day that Sara and Joey went Instagram official, Ben posted a video on Instagram showing himself at a bar with Monica and Love Is Blind season 6 star Chelsea Blackwell.

“Had to make my own dance floor @chelseadblackwell @the.monicadanus #loveisblind #netflix #dancefloor,” Ben captioned the clip of him dancing.

They’re cracking on.

“Love Island USA” contestant Cierra Ortega shared her thoughts on Nic Vansteenberghe and Olandria Carthen’s recoupling — and the “Nicolandria” fandom — after being ousted from the villa once her past racial slurs resurfaced online.

“they are two people I care deeply for and absolutely adore,” Ortega wrote on Instagram Saturday. “I’ve always wanted nothing but happiness for each of them in this experience. that has never & will never change ❤️‍🩹.”

The comment came after the reality star posted a carousel featuring the “people, moments and memories [she’ll] cherish forever” from her time in Fiji.

“this journey didn’t end the way I hoped, but there was real connection, love, and growth in these moments. there’s still so much more growing to do,” Ortega, 25, added in her caption.

“and for that, I’ll always be grateful.”

Ortega’s sudden departure from “Love Island USA” was announced during Episode 30 of the hit Peacock dating series.

Narrator Iain Stirling simply said that she had to leave due to “personal reasons” — and therefore her former partner Vansteenberghe, 24, was left single.

The two had been one of the strongest couples in the villa after recently “closing off” their relationship.

Following Ortega’s exit, Vansteenberghe decided to once again open himself up to a romantic connection with Carthen, 27 — even though they had mutually agreed there was no spark during Casa Amor.

Meanwhile, after returning home, Ortega shared an “accountability video” on Instagram last week, apologizing for using the “incredibly offensive” racial slur.

“I am deeply, truly, honestly so sorry. I had no idea that the word held as much pain as much harm, and came with the history that it did or I never would have used it,” she said.

The content creator also vowed that her actions going forward “will speak louder than any apology.”

“If you want to know that you are heard and that I’m sorry and that I will move differently, I promise you, that’s what will happen.”

Kylie Jenner has dot, we mean, done it again.

The Khy founder declared on Instagram that it’s “a polka-dot summer” while showing off her vintage Ralph Lauren outfit — and we have to agree. Whether you’re lounging poolside or heading to brunch, the classic print is everywhere right now, and other celebs, including Jenner’s friend Hailey Bieber and Jennifer Garner, are fans, too.

So, of course, we had to hunt down some similar styles to help you join in on Jenner’s polka dot summer moment — and our finds start at just $5. 

From fun bikinis and breezy sundresses to wide-leg pants and cute tops for up to 65 percent off, these picks from Amazon, Nordstrom Rack, Old Navy, and Abercrombie all come in at under $50. So you can have the ultimate polka-dot-filled summer wardrobe. 

Polka-Dot Styles Inspired by Kylie Jenner

Geluboao Bikini, $22 with Prime

More than 2,000 of this best-selling bikini have been sold on Amazon in the past month. The Jenner-esque triangle top has a knot front and comes with removable padded cups, and the high-rise bottoms are cheeky in the back. One shopper left a five-star rating along with their review, and said that the bikini “doesn’t dig into your skin, is super comfortable and flattering, and hugs all the right areas.”

If you’re looking for a style with a slightly more modest bottom, check out this polka-dot two-piece set that also has high-waisted bottoms, just with additional back coverage.

Adrianna Papell Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Top

This puff-sleeve blouse is a timeless closet staple, and at 60 percent off, it’s a no-brainer you’ll want to grab before it’s gone. It’s a piece that can easily be worn with slacks to the office or paired with jeans for a casual outing. One customer was pleased with the top’s length, describing it as “long enough to raise [your] arms without flashing skin.”

Berydress Casual Summer Dress, $26 with Prime

This easygoing sundress is a fun way to wear polka-dots with a one-and-done outfit. It has cute buttons down the front, adjustable straps, and a flattering, just-below-the-knee length. An Amazon shopper noted that “the fabric is comfortable and light,” and said that it “wasn’t wrinkled when it came out of the package,” so it’s a piece you can pack during your travels.

The spot-on styles continue below — keep reading for more polka-dot pieces inspired by Jenner, including tote bags similar to the one she carried.

Abercrombie Ava Mesh Top

Arolina Palazzo Pants, $16 with Prime

Blooming Jelly high-Waisted Bikini

Old Navy Flip-Flops

DKNY Polka-Dot Dress

Kaei & Shi High-Waisted Flounce Bikini

Romanstii Casual V-Neck

The Occasion by Old Navy Chiffon Maxi Dress

Kate Spade New York Shopping Tote

Patinisa Tote Bag