By Marc Jackson for MailOnline
Published: 16:57 EST, 16 August 2014 | Updated: 18:31 EST, 16 August 2014
She may be the poster girl of British classical music, but Katherine Jenkins she can rough it with the best of them as she hit V Festival on Saturday.
The Welsh beauty headed to the annual music event in Chelmsford, Essex with a group of girl friends and soaked in the atmosphere in the festival's VIP area.
Leaving her usual super-glam outfits at home, the 34-year-old opted for festival chic in a stunning cream lace playsuit which displayed her tanned and toned legs.
Classy girl: Singer Katherine Jenkins swapped her gowns for festival chic as she attended V in Essex on Saturday
Adding a short denim jacket and the must-have Hunter wellies, Katherine looked every inch the trendy music fan as she partied the day away with her pals.
She was later spotted wearing a pair of shades as she sat in the backstage area with her mum, Susan, who was the centre of attention as they posed for pictures.
Other stars to make the most of the Mahiki lounge at the two-day event included Millie Mackintosh, who mingles with pals Sunday Girl, aka Jade Williams, and her husband, rapper Professor Green.
Girl power: The star looked stunning in a lace playsuit and the obligatory Hunter wellies as she soaked in the atmosphere with a group of pals
Mum's the word: The 34-year-old took her mum Susan along to enjoy some VIP treatment backstage
Opting for a cream vintage dress and camouflage jacket during the day, she changed into a huge white fur coat as night drew in.
The couple's weekend antics came after they were among the elite crowd at Nick Grimshaw's 30th birthday party in London the night before.
Party pair: Married couple Millie Mackintosh and rapper Professor Green also enjoyed the backstage area at the event on Saturday
Fur-m favourite: The reality TV star swapped her camo day gear for a fur coat and leather pants combo later on in the day
4 favourites: Skins star Kaya Scodelario opted for a pink halter-neck and floral skirt, while Sugar Rush actress Olivia Hallinan went for a black vest and jeans ensemble
Professor Green tweeted: 'Last night was insane. had the birthday party that topped all birthday parties.'
After her showstopping performance earlier in the day, pop star Pixie Lott could relax and enjoy the festivities. She changed into a lime green shorts suit and multi-coloured trainers as she wandered around with model boyfriend Oliver Cheshire.
Cool customers: Girl band stars Keisha Buchanan and Vanessa White refused to give up their glam looks as they wandered around the festival
Blondes have more fun: Former Sugababe Heidi Range and TV presenter Laura Whitemore both put their legs on show
Another performer-turned-reveller was Sophie Ellis-Bextor, who swapped the stage for the VIP area with husband, The Feeling rocker Richard Jones.
Other famous faces spotted milling around inlcluded Denise Van Outen, former Sugababes Heidi Range and Keisha Buchanan.
Saturday's performers at Hylands Park and Weston Park include Lily Allen, Example, Rita Ora, the Kaiser Chiefs and Ed Sheeran.
You know each other?: Former X Factor star Diana Vickers hung around with Made in Chelsea star Emma Miller in the Mahiki lounge
She'll need a Big Breakfast: Denise Van Outen opted for a camouflage coat as she made her way through the muddy fields
And relax: Sophie Ellis-Bextor took in the sights with husband Richard Jones hours after performing on stage
Ricky!: EastEnders favourite Sid Owen obviously had a laugh after meeting up with comics Alan Carr and Leigh Francis, aka Keith Lemon
Back together: All Saints enjoyed the free cocktails after reuniting onstage at the event
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