"She's Hat It Again" -Daily Mail

She's hat it again: Rebecca Ferguson performs to home crowd in another bizarre headwear choice

By SARAH FITZMAURICE
Last updated at 9:20 PM on 1st January 2011

Her stylish dress sense was called into question when she displayed a bizarre choice of headwear performing at Twickenham  last week.

But it seems Rebecca Ferguson has a penchant for outlandish hats as she stepped out in a white feathered number last night. 

Performing at Koco nighclub in her hometown of Liverpool, Rebecca sang to an excitable crowd in a demure white maxi dress.

Hat's nice? Rebecca Ferguson performed to a crowd in Liverpool wearing statement white headwear

She teamed the elegant outfit with a strange and rather large headwear item. 

The extravagant hat consisted of two huge white feathers, a folded segment and was embellished with an intricate gold and jeweled flower.

Just last week Rebecca took to the stage with fellow X Factor singer Matt Cardle and chose a bright blue pillar box hat which sprouted long blue feathers. 

The 24-year-old mother-of-two, packed out the dance-floor as she took to the stage and wowed the crowds by belting out her set to celebrate the New Year.

She all white: Rebecca took to the stage in a demure white maxi dress with crystal embellishment

And despite the fruity headwear the singer looked stunning with smoky-eyed make-up and her white strapless dress flattering her curves. 

The X Factor star enjoyed herself and tweeted: ‘ Great crowd at koco loved it xxx happy new year’

Her home performance provided the perfect opportunity to end the year, which has seen her transform from a shy law student into the X Factor sweetheart with a stellar voice.

Home support: The energetic crowd sang along with Rebecca as she performed her set

Show me love: Rebecca beamed as she performed and the crowd were happy to welcome her to the stage

She posted: ‘I've had an amazing year and I hope next year is just as good I've never felt so loved thank-you to everyone who's made this year amazing xxx’

As well as having a new career to attend to this year Rebecca may also have found a new home for herself and her children, six-year-old Lillie May and four-year-old Karl. 

She has been house-hunting with her mum in the Liverpool area and tweeted that she had ‘found a lovely one.’

What's hat all about? Rebecca seems to like her headwear as big as possible 

What are you wearing? Rebecca Ferguson wears an unusual blue hat as she performs at the Harleqins V London Irish rugby match at Twickenham Stadium

"Rebecca's Plans for 2011" -Echo Liverpool

X Factor star Rebecca Ferguson to play New Year's Eve Liverpool show

Dec 28 2010 by Tina Miles, Liverpool Echo

STUNNING X Factor finalist Rebecca Ferguson will see in the New Year with a special performance for her home fans.

The Anfield mum spent Christmas at home in Liverpool with daughter Lillie May, six, and son Karl, four.

And on New Year’s Eve she is lined up for a personal appearance at the city centre Koco club.

Rebecca, from Anfield, revealed her plans after singing for 70,000 rugby fans at Twickenham.

The former Hugh Baird law student shared the bill with X Factor winner Matt Cardle at a charity match between London Irish and Harlequins.

She sang her favourite X Factor Songs – Satisfaction and Sweet Dreams – before returning at half-time with a version of Show me Love

Rebecca, 24, told the ECHO: “It went really well. "I was a bit nervous before because I was singing for rugby fans but it went brilliantly..

“It’s amazing people are still supporting me. It’s the biggest crowd I’ve performed in front of outside of the X Factor.”

Rebecca said she was looking forward to the New Year’s Eve gig at the Concert Steps club adding: “I wanted to do somewhere at home because apart from the ECHO arena I haven’t performed in Liverpool so I thought this might be ideal. I will get to have a great night at home and I’ll be bringing all my friends.

“I’ve looked at my schedule for next year and it’s really busy. I’m just enjoying Christmas back home with my family.

“Christmas Day was so lovely. I spent it with my family in Liverpool. We all pitched in and me and my brothers helped with the cooking. The kids loved their new toys.”

"Rebecca Boost Sales for Liverpool Fashion Brands" -Late Rooms.com

Rebecca Ferguson boosts sales of Liverpool fashion brands

Thursday 30th December, 2010

Liverpool hotels guests may be more inclined to go clothes shopping in the city thanks to the efforts of X Factor star Rebecca Ferguson.

According to the Liverpool Echo, the singer - who finished second in the TV talent contest - has done wonders for fashion on Merseyside, "boosting sales of Liverpool brands left, right and centre".

Costume jewellery from Claudia Pink and a number of outfits from Resurrection on Bold Street were among the many items of local clothing showcased by Rebecca throughout the series.

She also sported a ring from Kimberley Weeks' Twisted Sister jewellery - also available from Resurrection.

The newspaper selected Rebecca as the winner of Insider's Made in Liverpool star of the year award and claimed the whole city was behind her as she tried to win the X Factor.

She finished in the runner-up spot behind Matt Cardle, who went on to have a Christmas number one single.

"Colin Farrell Smitten With Rebecca" -RTE Ten Blog

Farrell plans to woo Ferguson

Thursday 30 December 2010

Colin Farrell reportedly hopes to win the affections of X Factor runner-up Rebecca Ferguson.

Farrell - Colin is reportedly smitten with X-Factor's Rebecca

A source told the Daily Star: "He's planning to woo Rebecca any way he can. He's single now and out for some fun."The Irish actor, who is currently starring in 'The Way Back', is apparently taken with the singer and hopes to organise a meeting.

Farrell broke up with his girlfriend Alicja Bachleda-Curus, with whom he has a child, earlier this year.

"Rebecca's Life Gets Back To Normal With Christmas" -Daily Mirror

She's had an action-packed few months, become a national sweetheart and coming second on The X Factor.

But, for the festive period at least, it's back to normality for Rebecca Ferguson, who was spotted doing some last-minute Christmas shopping in Liverpool on Thursday.

The 24-year-old singer admitted she was looking forward to taking some time away from the spotlight to spend Christmas with her children Lillie, six, and four-year-old Karl.

Shopping trip: X Factor star Rebecca Ferguson steps out in Liverpool yesterday to pick up some last-minute Christmas presents

Military chic: Rebecca looked chic in a navy and red coat, black tights and cute black suede 

She said: 'It’s so nice to be home for Christmas. I feel like Becky again. We’ve got our tree up. I just wanted to get a few more treats for the kids.

'They’re really excited. I’m looking forward to Christmas with my family and my babies in Liverpool.'

The singer looked stunning in a military-style red and navy blue coat, teamed with black tights and cute suede boots for her shopping trip, and was mobbed by fans as she got out of her taxi ready to hit the stores.

Singing star: Rebecca performing during the final of The X Factor

Rebecca, who won the nation over with her down-to-earth attitude during her time on The X Factor, also admitted she was finding it strange not being part of the reality show.

She added to the Liverpool Echo: 'I’m going to miss everyone, especially One Direction and Matt, but I’ll see them all on the X Factor tour next year.

'Doing The X Factor was very emotional. I first auditioned in March so it’s almost been a full year for me.

'I want to thank everyone that voted for me and supported me. I want to tell them I’m so happy. It’s not the end!'

"Exclusive: X Factor Bitching Helped Rebecca on the Show" -Now Blog

The show's runner up overheard nasty comments

Rebecca Ferguson didn't let the nastiness get her down

Even X Factor sweetheart Rebecca Ferguson couldn't escape the bitching in the contestants' house.

Rebecca, 24, was on the receiving end of a bit of jealous moaning from a member of Belle Amie.

'Rebecca had come back from rehearsals and heard whispering from the lounge next door,' an X Factorinsider tells Now.

'One of Belle Amie started saying stuff about Rebecca...that rehearsals took ages and Rebecca was always given a lot of time.

'It was quite mouthy and they weren't talking in a nice way.'

Gentle mum-of-two Rebecca - who finished runner-up to Matt Cardle - decided not to confront the grumbling girlband member.

'Rebecca was very dignified and just said she was going to use the bitching to spur her on,' says our source.

'She's a lovely lovely girl.'

"Rebecca's Hard Work Has Paid Off" -Now Blog

Rebecca Ferguson: I missed my kids' first day of school for The X Factor

The X Factor runner-up reveals her heart-breaking dilemma

Rebecca Ferguson's hard work has paid off

Rebecca Ferguson's decision to sacrifice precious time with her children to take part in this year's X Factorwasn't easy.

'I found it really hard,' she reveals.

'I've missed their birthdays and their first day of school and I was just thinking, "Is it all going to be worth it?"'

But after being voted runner-up to Matt Cardle, 27, in The X Factor
final and landing a lucrative recording contract with Simon Cowell, it seems that Rebecca made the right call.

The Liverpudlian now hopes to buy a nicer house for Lillie May, 6, and Karl,
4, her kids with ex Karl Dures. She has been snapped house hunting in her home city.

'I just kept hoping I could do well enough to get a job or to get enough money for a house deposit for my kids,' says Rebecca, 24.

'That's all I need.'

Illustrator: Kath Walker

"There Will Always Be the Critics-Toya World"

Simon Cowell signs Rebecca Ferguson…

Posted by Toya 

Rebecca Ferguson has a bright future ahead of her…

We knew she was going to get signed because the runner-up NEVER goes without. Apparently, the 24-year-old mother of two has been snagged up by Simon Cowell. Reportedly, she has signed a lucrative record deal with his Syco label. It also seems she is making the most out of herX Factor money because she was spotted house hunting in her native Liverpool this week. The music mogul has also signed up boyband One Direction, whom he mentored in the talent show, as well as wannabe teen rapper Cher Lloyd.

Watching her perform is as entertaining as staring at a packet of potatoes. I understand she’s not an entertainer but when she performs, she hardly moves. It’s as if someone glued her there. A little charisma wouldn’t go amiss. However, I love her voice, so whilst I’ll support her musical endeavors, you can count me out from attending any of her concerts. In any case though, a congratulations is in order. Her signing was well deserved.

"Rebecca Gets Signed by Simon Cowell -Liverpool Echo"

UPDATED: X Factor's Simon Cowell signs Liverpool's Rebecca Ferguson to his Syco record label as she house hunts in city

Dec 15 2010 By Tina Miles

MUSIC mogul Simon Cowell has signed X Factor finalist Rebecca Ferguson to his Syco record label - as the starlet went house hunting in Liverpool.

The X Factor boss acted quickly to secure the singer with his label after being blown away by her talent on the show.

And the ECHO can exclusively reveal Rebecca has already taken her first steps towards her new life.

Rebecca, from Anfield, returned home today to shop for an extra special Christmas present for her and her children - a new Merseyside base.

Today the single mum told the ECHO she was scouring city centre and Allerton estate agents for a "nice house" for her and Lillie May, six, and Karl, four.

The 24-year-old said: "I was so teary eyed when I watched the live broadcast from Liverpool on the X Factor final. It is lovely to be back home."

She tipped the ECHO off earlier this week that she could be signing a lucrative deal.

She said: "I have a day meeting with management. I imagine there will be interest and I will find out about contracts.

"It would be amazing to record my own album. I like to write my own songs."

Sources close to the record label confirmed Rebecca’s signing to the ECHO.

Boyband One Direction and teen rapper Cher Lloyd also joined winner Matt Cardle by signing contracts with Simon, 50.

Last year he only offered runner-up Olly Murs a contract apart from champ Joe McElderry.

Today Rebecca’s family said they were confident her future would be bright.

Rebecca’s brother Sam Ferguson, 21, was helping his sister choose her pad.

He said: "When Becky got in the final two I knew either way she was going to do well. I knew the offers would come in. The way I look at it is she’ll probably end up getting the best deal out of it"