Strictly’s Fleur East and Helen Skelton don padded jackets for rehearsals ahead of the semi-final
They’re ready to take the stage during Sunday’s semifinal of Strictly Come Dancing.
And Fleur East and Helen Skelton had one last day of practice when they were photographed on their way to rehearsals on Saturday morning.
To combat the freezing temperatures, the Sax singer, 35, donned a long red puffer jacket while her presenter co-star, 39, opted for a similarly styled black jacket.
Practice time! Strictly’s Fleur East (left) and Helen Skelton (right) bundled up in long puffer jackets on Saturday morning as they headed to rehearsals ahead of Sunday’s semi-final.
Fleur kept herself comfortable in a pair of lilac athletic leggings and an oversized t-shirt under the red maxi jacket.
She counterbalanced the winter ensemble with a pair of white flip flops, laden with bags as she carried a travel bag over her shoulder and a backpack.
The singer appeared makeup-free for the outing, as her curly locks swept back from her face.
Comfort is key: Fleur kept herself comfortable in a pair of lilac athletic leggings and an oversized t-shirt under the red maxi jacket.
Summer shoe: offset the winter outfit with a pair of white flip flops
Au natural: The singer appeared makeup-free for the outing, as her curly locks swept back from her face
Meanwhile, Helen had her hands full as she left the contestants’ hotel with a large camouflaged tote bag and an Amazon delivery box.
She kept herself warm in a cream sweater and black leggings, pairing a pair of black boots with the ensemble and a hooded jacket.
The Countryfile host let her ash-colored locks fall freely in a straight, side-parted style while also showing off her natural complexion.
Bags, bags, bags! Burdened with bags, she slung a duffel bag over her shoulder and a backpack.
Easy does it: Meanwhile, Helen had her hands full as she left the contestants’ hotel with a large camouflage tote bag and an Amazon delivery box.
Layers: She stayed warm in a cream jumper and black leggings, which she paired with the hooded jacket.
Strictly’s semi-final show has been moved to Sunday 11 December to avoid a clash with the final game of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which is on Saturday night and will see England take on France for a place in the semifinals.
Helen’s dance partner Gorka Marquez was also seen leaving the hotel to practice for the big day, appearing in high spirits while giving a thumbs up.
The professional dancer donned a dark ensemble featuring a long-sleeved black top and vest with a pair of taupe cargo pants.
Rugged: Helen added a pair of black, rugged-soled ankle boots to the skin.
On trend: Molly Rainford looked typically chic as she joined her co-stars and rocked a pair of light denim straight-leg cargo jeans
Brilliant: She added a jogger-style orange and black bomber jacket while shielding her eyes with a fluffy bucket hat, which sat atop her straight, golden hair
Lively: As Will Mellor sipped a hot drink as he left the hotel, smiling as he kept cozy in a pair of Under Armor joggers and a fur-collared jacket.
Molly Rainford looked typically chic as she joined her co-stars and rocked a pair of light denim straight-leg cargo jeans.
He added a jogger-style orange and black bomber jacket while shielding his eyes with a fluffy bucket hat, which sat atop his straight, golden hair.
As Will Mellor sipped a hot drink as he left the hotel, smiling as he kept comfortable in a pair of Under Armor joggers and a fur-collared jacket.
Hopeful? Helen’s dance partner, Gorka Márquez, was also seen leaving the hotel to practice for the big day, appearing in high spirits as she gave a thumbs up.
Dapper: The professional dancer donned a dark ensemble with a long-sleeved black top and vest.
Looking cool: She added a pair of taupe cargo pants to the look, with matching sneakers
The semi-final will see Molly, Will, Helen, Fleur and Hamza Yassin go head-to-head for a place in the dazzling finale.
Each couple will perform two dances for the first time as they try to secure their place, after Helen and Gorka were the last to top the rankings.
It is the continuation of last week’s show, in which Kym Marsh became the 10th star to be eliminated by losing to Molly and her partner Carlos Gu at the dance.
Hidden: Gorka carried his costume for the dress rehearsal and show in a suit bag, keeping it hidden before the semi-final.
Joining the team: While Karen Hauer, who was paired with Jayde Adams before they were written off the show, was also pictured with her fellow professional dancers and celebrity co-stars.
Autumn Chic: She achieved a chic look with a brown tweed jacket with a black belt detail