The season finale of Britain's X-Factor was an episode to look forward to, including much awaited performances from the biggest boyband of this generation, One Direction, who was performing their final song before they went into their lengthy hiatus and a performance from chart-topping, Grammy winning act Adele.

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But incredible live performances aside, Adele apparently had another surprise in store: a stylishly short new 'do.

For Adele's new look, her hair was cut several inches above her shoulders, which perfectly updates her traditional wavy and long locks.

The look has also been very well received by fans who caught the 'Hello' singer's performance on X-Factor.

For her performance, Adele was shown wearing a sparkly black jumper that set off her new, contemporary bob. She pairs the look with a smoky eye and blush pink lips.

In the last few months since the launch of Adele's latest album, the 27-year old has been breaking numerous records, firmly establishing the album as another award winning hit. Adele has also gone on record to say that her songs in the new album were inspired a lot by her relationship and her young son.

Adele's new hairdo comes in the tails of several prominent personalities who chopped off their tresses in time for the holidays, including the Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton and Harry Potter star Emma Watson. 

TagsAdele, new hair, bob, X-Factor, One Direction