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Sunday, 11 December 2011

X Factor Final: Little Mix vs Marcus



Wow, this has been some final. After a so so series, the right two acts are in the final I think, but if you follow me on Twitter you will know that my heart truly lies with Little Mix.

They are just amazing! After Gary tried to bring them down last week with his 'lead singer' jibe, they have come back this weekend stronger than ever.

Last night they weren't the best, but deservedly they were put through and tonight they have smashed every single song.

But in the interest of fair journalism, let me break down the songs and the acts tonight one by one...

Marcus: Higher and Higher
Good song choice, but his heart doesn't seem to be in it tonight. I think I knows he's not the favourite to win and it has affected him. 7/10

Little Mix: En Vogue
OMG I honestly didn't think they could get better than the first time around, but this song SMASHED Wembley. Well done girls :) 10/10

Marcus: Last Christmas
Again, not the best vocal from someone who can sing so well. I think this wasn't the greatest song choice and it showed. 7/10

Little Mix: Holy Night
Simple, stripped back and a big 'we can all sing, thank you Gary' in the face of the head judge here. Beautiful, despite the horrible styling.

Marcus: Cannonball
Lacklustre and really dull. The big crescendo was the best part of this. 5/10

Little Mix: Cannonball
Even they struggled to make this song sound good. Such a shame that this is the winners song for whoever wins. 7/10

As I finish writing, we're in an ad break and the winner has been chosen. So, who will triumph!? LITTLE MIX TO WIN!!!!

Sunday, 10 October 2010

The X Factor: Live Show Fashion Verdict

Aiden Grimshaw Copyright ITV

I literally do not know what to say about X Factor last night, other than OMG- there goes my social life until Christmas!

Seriously, it was that good. Dermot giving it back to the judges, the judges all feuding amongst themselves and despite it over running by about half an hour in my opinion, it kept me glued from start to finish.

But most importantly, who came out on top in style stakes? Well, ultimately both Dannii and Cheryl did me proud with their choices for the night, but did you notice how tangoed Chezza was?!

Absolutely stunning though she is, that was far too much tan to take in for HD TV. Tone it down next week pet, and you'll be fine. Loved the one shoulder lace number though, very on-trend, but Dannii wins this week for me overall.

Gorgeous loosely tussled up-do, red vamp lips and a white lace dress teamed with fierce heels. Stunning.

As for the contestants- What the hell were the stylists thinking for half of them?! Katie looked ridiculous in a space age coat, weird headdress and pink lycra leggings, although I liked her performance more than I thought I would!

Aiden, as lovely as he is, was put in a high collared white frilly shirt, that even a medieval vampire would have trouble pulling off.

Funnily enough, Simon Cowell made the comparison of Twilight, to which Aiden responded by looking like he'd see a ghost. Great performance though, despite his nerves and despite looking like he was in pain for the whole two minutes.
A close up of THAT collar- Aiden Grimshaw performs Mad World. Copyright ITV

I loved Cher, although she came across as a tad cocky for my liking after her performance, Bel Amie were cute in headscarves and mismatching clobber, while One Direction just looked too young to command such a big stage.


Cher Lloyd: Just Be Good To Me

Storm was terrifying in those silver lycra pants, but all credit to him- an amazing performance on the night. John failed to make an impression, although he very much looked the part, as did FYD, who are unfortunately better dancers and fashionistas than they are singers.

Trayc's outfit did nothing for her curves, while Diva Fever managed to camp up proceedings in neon lycra and more make-up than is strictly necessary!

It was a Louis choice of song and choreography, oddly put together by Cowell. We all know if Louis had indeed put that in front of the other three, Simon would of torn him to pieces.

Speaking of Louis' odd choices, Wagner in his velvet suit was horrendously misrepresented with his song on the night, but Louis did at least get it right with Mary. My god, what a performance from someone I had really dismissed as mediocre.


Mary Byrne: This is a Man's World

Rebecca also had a stunner on the night, finally opening her eyes and letting the audience in. Full marks for the dress choice too, she's already got her own look and letting her be herself will go a long way with winning the audience over.

My favourite bloke who was knocked back twice before making it to the live shows, the gorgeous Paige was amazing on the night, although what was with the bad 80s fashion, I do not know. Give the man back his feathery hat!

Lastly, Nicolo was really let down by his song choice and odd decision to let him wear sunglasses all through the performance- I think he may be on his way home tonight.

What did you think of last night's performances? Who should go and who should stay?