Sinitta in new 'X Factor' fashion shock

Sinitta shocked Simon Cowell by wearing an outfit made up solely of well-placed palm leaves during filming for The X Factor.

The 'So Macho' singer took her traditional spot by Cowell's side for his judges' houses stage in Los Angeles recently.

It has now emerged that Sinitta made a dramatic entrance in her unusual attire once the music mogul's over-25 contestants arrived at his mansion in the city.

While the male hopefuls were impressed by her style choice, Cowell complained: "I actually can't do this with you standing there like this. Walk backwards. I'm being serious, I can't do this!"

It is thought that Sinitta then disappeared to change into more suitable clothing before returning to judge the budding singers.

The '80s popstar has previously been seen in an outfit comprised of fans on the hit talent show.

The X Factor continues at 8pm tomorrow on ITV1.