Tulisa proves the only way is Essex as she puts turbulent few months behind her and parties with friends in all-black outfit

What a year it has been so far for Tulisa, but despite all the drama, the young singer looked ready to party as she enjoyed a night out night out in the infamous county.
The 25-year-old was all smiles as she put on her dancing shoes and headed out with friends in Essex.
The Camden-born star showed off her slim figure in a sexy little black dress with midriff-baring sheer panel.

Time to party: Tulisa heads to the 195 Club in Essex on Saturday

There wasn't even the smallest hint of colour in Tulisa's outfit, as she stepped out wearing head to toe in black.
She teamed her tiny black dress with a leather jacket, which featured spiky shoulders.
Her deep, golden tan was hard to miss as the short ensemble left a lot of leg on show as she braved the wet weather.

Time to head home: Tulia leaves nightclub, Villa, and gets into a taxi with friends

The star spent her evening at three separate venues and looked to be enjoying the Essex hsopitality

Her outfit was completed strappy, high-heeled shoes and a black bag with chain detail handle.
The party were clearly not content with heading to just one Essex bar during their night out, and instead visited three.
The group were spotted at South Woodford's RS Lounge before heading onto Club 195 and Villa, both in Epping.

Cheers: The party were seen enjoying drinks in the VIP area alongside Big Brother runner-up Dexter Koh and glamour model Holly Henderson

The singer/songwriter looked to be enjoying her night out in Essex

The party were seen enjoying drinks in the VIP area alongside Big Brother runner-up Dexter Koh and glamour model Holly Henderson.
This week, it was revealed that the release of her debut novel Sky has been delayed until further notice.
The news comes just a month before the singer is due to answer police bail, after she was allegedly caught offering to supply drugs to an undercover journalist.
Tulisa signed her book deal, which included the release of her autobiography and two novels, back in February 2012.
Honest: My Story was released a year ago, with the first of the novels expected to hit the shelves this autumn.

Is there a black theme? The majority of the group heading out wearing dark colours on Saturday

Ready for bed? Tulisa looks tired as she sits in the back of a taxi