Angelic in white: Alexandra Burke stepped out in a stylish bodycon dress for a meal at STK Restaurant in London alongside her family and friends on Wednesday night
She's been masterminding her return to the charts with her long-delayed third album, which is now planned for 2015.
So
Alexandra Burke had every reason to celebrate new beginnings as the
clock struck midnight, and was fortunate enough to enjoy both a meal out
in London and a gig at G-A-Y on Wednesday evening.
The
2008 X Factor winner got dolled up in a plunging white dress with
cut-out side panels to dine out at STK Restaurant with a large crowd of
family and friends, including her mum Melissa.
Sparkling sensation: She later changed into a glittering black bodysuit for her nearby G-A-Y performance
Alexandra looked seriously glamorous in her fitted number, which she set off with a stylish grey coat, strappy sandals and delicate jewellery.
The Bad Boys singer wore her locks in a smooth bob and opted for a statement ruby red lipstick.
She looked in great spirits as she left the venue, joking around with a pair of sparkly 2015 sunglasses.
Ringing in the New Year: The Broken Heels singer was in great spirits as she left the restaurant
Centre of attention: Alexandra was surrounded by her loved ones in the hours before the clock struck 12
Fan girl moment: A passer-by stopped for a selfie with the former X Factor winner, who was happy to oblige
Wrapping up: Alexandra started to feel the cold and covered up with a grey coat and printed scarf
Joking around: The 26-year-old star was wearing a pair of glittery pink 2015 sunglasses on her face
Next stop, G-A-Y: The gang made their way over to the central London club for Alexandra's big performance
Alexandra headed straight over to G-A-Y where she was headlining alongside Katy B.
The 26-year-old star looked thrilled to be back doing what she does best and worked the crowd like a pro as she warbled along to her best hits.
The singing competition veteran dazzled in a sequinned bodysuit with lace detailing on the hips.
Putting on a show: Alexandra got the crowd going by performing some of her most popular hits
Daring to bare: The vocal powerhouse kept her look modest by adding a pair of fishnet tights
All Night Long: The enthusiastic star showed no signs of weariness as she kept the crowd engaged
Back-up dancers: Alexandra was joined by several male dancers to performed her hit song Bad Boys
Loving it: She flashed a cheeky grin as two of the dancers performed a suggestive dance
She kept the look modest yet sexy with a pair of fishnet tights, black above-the-knee socks and lace-up heels.
Alexandra parted ways with her management KWL in October around the same time that her West End stint in The Bodyguard came to an end.
She wrote in a heartfelt statement at the time: 'To not beat around the bush, the last couple of years have been really challenging, professionally & personally.
Fit and fabulous: The singer made the most of her curves in the clingy bodysuit, which she paired with over-the-knee socks and leather lace-up boots
Musical comeback: The former X Factor champion has been hoping to bring out a third album ever since 2013
Multiple delays: After several stalled efforts and a management revamp, she's now hoping for a 2015 release
Moving on: Despite her unlucky year, Alexandra cracked the West End by taking the lead in The Bodyguard
Floral tribute: The singer gave a nod to the crowd as she was presented with a giant bouquet of flowers
'There have been some targets and dreams that I wished I could have accomplished but due to various factors, (some beyond my control and some that I need to learn from), they have not been achieved.
'It has not been ideal to say the least, but I am always trying to be the best that I can be.'
'Despite these challenges, I've turned the corner when I rediscovered my happiness in The Bodyguard,' she added.
New pals: Fellow singer Katy B was sharing the spotlight with Alexandra and cuddled up to her for a photo
Pampered pooch: The girls posed with club owner Jeremy Joseph and his dog Jacob, who turned two today
Crying For No Reason: Katy got the crowd going by belting out her chart-topping single
Festive touch: The star co-ordinated her auburn locks with her shimmery bronze harem pants