See the twelve X Factor finalists vying to win this year’s crown – after surprising makeovers

THE twelve X Factor finalists vying for this year's coveted crown have revealed their makeovers ahead of this weekend's first live shows.
The glam shots have given the contestants a taste of what could be in store for them if they manage to stamp out the competition and win the series.
Sharon Osbourne's controversial pick Honey G, 35, has been given a lick of sparkle in her shot, donning a gold bomber jacket to go with her trademark baseball cap and sunglasses.
Appearing to jump in the air for joy, divisive duo Bratavio - pals Bradley, 24, and Ottavia, 23, - show their personality in their bold and brassy outfits.
Representing Simon Cowell's Girls Category is Gifty Louise, 20, who admits she actually has a crush on her mentor.
Alongside her is 18-year-old Emily Middlemas from Glasgow who previously made it through to the Judge's House stage in 2014.
Completing Simon's dream team is 17-year-old cat-fearing student Sam Lavery.
Joining Honey G in Sharon's Overs Category is 26-year-old housekeeper Relley C. Another 'comeback kid', she made it through to Judge's Houses in 2013.
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There's also Saara Aalto from Finland - a 29-year-old singer who's a fan of the Spice Girls.
Nicole Scherzinger has a bevy of good-looking boys to work with this series.
A smiling Matt Terry, 23, who wooed X Factor audiences with his tale of splitting from his girlfriend, admits his celebrity crush is Michelle Keegan.
18-year-old Freddy Parker appears laid back and ready for the challenge in his glam shot.
Rounding off the group is 20-year-old Scottish singer Ryan Lawrie who grudgingly revealed he's scared of - raisins.
Last, but not least, joining Louis Walsh in the Groups Category are 17-year-old twin brothers Josh and Kyle, aka Brooks Way.
And 5 After Midnight, a trio consisting of Jordan, 20, Kieran, 21, and Nathan, 23.
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