Cheryl Cole opts for simple yet chic look in trusty LBD at X Factor auditions

Back to style basics: Cheryl Cole opts for simple yet chic look in trusty LBD at X Factor auditions

By Sarah Fitzmaurice

Last updated at 10:16 AM on 23rd May 2011



She has stepped out in a number of different statement styles during her first few weeks as a judge on the X Factor USA but yesterday Cheryl Cole kept things simple in the style stakes.
The Geordie singer,27, arrived at the Sears Centre in a subtle yet chic little black dress which she had teamed with a pair of elegant black heels.

The asymmetrical dress, which nipped in Cheryl’s small waist, also boasted a fishtail skirt as she arrived at the auditions held at Hoffman Estates, an hour outside of Boston.

Back to black: Cheryl Cole kept her style simple yesterday in a LBD which she teamed with a pair of simple black Christian Louboutin heels

The Fight for This Love singer also played it safe with her hair wearing her locks down in a side parting, without the volume seen on the first day of her new job.
While Cheryl looked elegant in the outfit many fans could be left unimpressed with the look, as the singer is known for experimenting with her style.
As she arrived at the Habemus Papam screening in Cannes last week Cheryl wowed in a white Stephane Rolland gown, featuring a deep and daring plunging neckline.

Subtle yet chic: The dress nipped in the singer's waist and the fishtail shirt gave an air of ladylike elegance while Cheryl wore her hair loose around her shoulders

The singer teamed the looking with dark makeup consisting of smokey eyes and burgundy lipsslicking her hair back into a eat pony tail.
At the start of the month Cheryl had commentators divided over her look at the first day of the X Factor auditions where she took on the colour blocking trend in Oscar De La Renta and DVF also stepping out with huge hair.

Statement style: Last week Cheryl wowed in Cannes on the red carpet for Habemus Paparn in a Stephane Rolland gown

Cheryl has moved into a £2.2 million Beverly Hills apartment a stone’s throw from her friend Derek Hough’s home.
However friends of the singer have ruled out a romance between the two despite their close proximity.
‘Cheryl values Derek as a friend but she doesn’t want any more than that,’ says a source. ‘It’s hit Derek quite hard as he hoped her move to LA would allow their friendship to develop into a proper relationship.

Spot on or off the mark? Cheryl has been seen in a cute spotted outfit and a bright and bold colour blocking look while performing her judging duties

Red hot: Cheryl and fellow X Factor USA judge Paula Abdul opted for red tones at the FOX Upfront presentation in New York in March

‘Derek was there for Cheryl last year and she adores him, but for now work comes first. Besides, she has said next time round she wants a man and not a boy.’
While Cheryl, 27, focuses on winning over the Americans, Simon Cowell has been quietly advising her.
Meanwhile, old friend and Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am hosted a party to support the Geordie singer, while stylist Victoria Adcock has helped Cheryl wow Hollywood with a new wardrobe.
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Cheryl Cole confirmed as judge for US X Factor

   

You've got the X-Factor, U.S. tells Cheryl


By Sarah Fitzmaurice

Last updated at 1:25 AM on 6th May 2011
In a statement released today, the British singer is confirmed as a judge on the talent show - joining Simon Cowell and Antonio 'LA' Reid on the judging panel.

Cheryl, 27, has already voiced her excitement about the new role searching for the talent America has to offer and said she is ready to battle it out against Cowell on the first series.

I'm in! Cheryl Cole, seen in new promotional stills for the show, is excited to be heading Stateside for the X Factor USA where she will sit next to Simon Cowell and LA Reid on the judging panel
Cole said: 'I’m so excited to be taking part in the American version of The X Factor. I absolutely love it here in the UK, and with the talent they have out in America, I’m sure we’re going to find someone very special.'

She added: 'I can’t wait to get started. I just can’t decide whether I am more excited to find and nurture the talent or for the unbelievable amount of amusement and entertainment I will have watching Simon doing everything and anything he can to beat me.
'He’s tried to beat me for three years in the UK, and hasn’t even come close. His ego must be so bruised. America is gonna love this.'


Ready for battle: Cheryl can't wait to get the first series of the American version of the X Factor show underway and is looking to beat Simon Cowell as she has in the U.K. show

Cowell, who has championed the Geordie singer in the U.S., said: 'I’m thrilled for Cheryl. She is massively excited about this show, and has been fantastic to work with.'

CHERYL COLE'S UNIVERSAL TRANSLATOR
Here's MailOnline's cut out and keep guide to translations of some of Cheryl's most common phrases...


Moosic is all abeet having fon and enjoying yerself, a bit of leet ennertaynmen and you thorowly britened up me day - Well done, it's nice to see you having fun and I feel much happier after seeing your audition


Part of us was leek wow, and the other half of us wouldn let meself go - I was divided and wasn't sure what to make of your audition


That es an almeety yes from me - It's a 100 per cent yes from me


I cannee work out if yeer doing it for a laff - I'm struggling to find out if you are being serious


You are reet oop me street - I'm a big fan of your audition


You look a beet leek an acshion figure, man - You are very muscly, do you work out?



He added: 'She is also a complete brat! Most importantly, this girl can spot talent.'

Today's announcement ends months of speculation over whether Cole's Newcastle accent would prove problematic for viewers across the pond.

Fox bosses have sung the Parachute singer's praises. Mike Darnell, President of Alternative Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company, said: 'She’s an incredibly talented artist and performer, as well as a style icon, and she has that special charisma that draws in fans around the world.

'Cheryl’s charm and chemistry with Simon have been a key part of the overwhelming success of ‘The X Factor’ in the UK, and we can’t wait to welcome her to the U.S. on our air.'

Executive producer Cecile Frot-Coutaz said: 'As a young artist whose talent show discovery led to almost immediate stardom, Cheryl’s career exemplifies the promise of The X Factor.

'Her empathy and passion for identifying and nurturing undiscovered talent has made her a huge hit with British audiences, and I have no doubt America will fall in love with her beauty, her accent and her incredible chemistry with Simon Cowell.'

However, some people have suggested Cheryl's strong Geordie accent will cause problems with US viewers.

After hearing the news today, Piers Morgan offered his help, tweeting: 'Congrats to my friend Cheryl Cole on landing US X Factor judging gig. Am available for elocution lessons whenever you like.'

Cole has proved a skilled judge, winning the UK version of the show twice, first in 2008 with Alexandra Burke and in 2009 with Joe McElderry.

While many were worried about her lack of profile in the U.S. it has also been reported that her song Parachute will be featured on the hit musical show Glee - which has covered hit songs by Rihanna, Madonna and Britney Spears.


Great chemistry: Fox bosses have praised Cheryl's talent as a judge and have said America will love the way she interacts with Simon Cowell

The confirmation about her X Factor role comes only days before auditions are held this Sunday, May 8, in specially-built high-definition recording studios in Honolulu, Phoenix, Nashville, Anchorage, Kansas City and Denver.

Auditions will continue in Dallas on May 26.

The U.S. version of The X Factor is set to be the biggest and best yet with the winner scooping a recording contract worth $5 million.
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