Britney Spears urged to be better styled for 'X Factor'

Britney Spears has reportedly been asked to ditch her “ragged hair extensions before going on The X Factor.

The pop star was apparently told to smarten up her image by reality show boss Simon Cowell.

She was advised to improve her hair, make-up and wardrobe choices after she arrived at the filming of an episode wearing an outfit that revealed she had gone bra-less.

“It was made clear she is expected to be impeccably dressed and made-up for the show,” the New York Post quoted a source as saying.

“And none of those ragged hair extensions,” the source added.

Representatives at the singing show have denied rumours that Simon ordered Britney to sack her stylist.

However since the alleged incident took place, the blonde star has been seen with a more professional appearance.