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Rita Ora sports bold braided 'do as she shows off her curves in retro mini-dress as the X Factor auditions hit London

Published: 10:46 EST, 16 July 2015 | Updated: 16:24 EST, 16 July 2015

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After wowing the crowds in a bold red number at last week’s X Factor auditions in Manchester, Rita Ora amped up the glamour once again as she stepped out to meet more hopefuls on Thursday afternoon.

The 24-year-old judge, who was recently poached from rival show The Voice UK, looked absolutely sensational as she made her way through the crowds as the auditions took place at London’s Wembley Arena.

Turning heads as she passed by, the Hot Right Now singer caught the eye thanks to her bold peroxide locks, which were styled into tiny chic braids, shaved sides and a slick high-ponytail.

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Bold move: Rita Ora amped up the glamour once again as she stepped out in London to meet more X Factor hopefuls on Thursday afternoon

She highlighted her toned curves in a retro-inspired mini-dress, elongating her slender limbs with an envy-inducing pair of black strappy heels.

The sizzling Versace number, complete with a colourful sequinned bodice and a short hemline, flattered her impressive physique perfectly while accentuating her slim waistline.

Unable to hide her smile, Rita drew further attention to her striking facial features with a vibrant pop of lip gloss, blush-tinted cheeks, lashings of black mascara and star-shaped earrings.

Rita Ora wears eye-catching mini-dress at X Factor auditions

She's Hot Right Now: The British singer caught the eye thanks to her braided peroxide blonde locks

City chic: The blonde tresses were styled into tiny chic braids, shaved sides and a slick high-ponytail

Make way: The 24-year-old judge, who was recently poached from rival show The Voice UK, looked absolutely sensational as she made her way through the crowds as the auditions took place at London’s Wembley Arena

Standing tall: She highlighted her toned curves in a retro-inspired mini-dress, elongating her slender limbs with an envy-inducing pair of black strappy heels

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The pop star was also joined by Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, Simon Cowell and fellow new judge Nick Grimshaw.

Her schedule has already been taking her all over the globe but her current filming commitments will at least keep her in the remit of being up and down the country.

A source told The Mirror: 'Rita worked her schedule around the X Factor auditions, so when those dates changed, there was a diary clash.

Rita Ora brings out her top Nick Grimshaw impression

A vision: Rita drew further attention to her striking facial features with a vibrant pop of lip gloss, blush-tinted cheeks, lashings of black mascara and star-shaped earrings

Style star: The pop star has never been afraid to sample new fashion and beauty trends

Stand-out: The blonde stunner is no stranger to the limelight and was clearly enjoying having all eyes on her

Turning heads: Rita's enviably slim figure was impossible to miss as she soaked up the warm summer climate

Doing her thing: The X Factor judge was seen blowing kisses and waving at fans

In her element: She appeared to be in great spirits during her latest public outing

'The project was originally planned to take place at the start of the week but then it was fitted in to coincide with a break in recording The X Factor.'

'When the new dates were arranged, it was hoped she would get back in time for Thursday’s auditions. But logistically, it just can’t work.'

Rita left her position as a coach on BBC's The Voice after just one season after she was reportedly lured by Simon with a £1.5 million contract.

Rita Ora on new X Factor line-up and working with Grimmy

Busy bee: The musician has been all over Europe in recent weeks but made two separate trips to Paris in one week

Latest venture: It was announced last month that the singer was joining Simon Cowell and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini along with fellow newcomer Nick Grimshaw on the ITV show

In demand: Rita left her position as a coach on BBC's The Voice after just one season after she was reportedly lured by Simon with a £1.5 million contract