'We're going to be like nuns!' Little Mix's Perrie Edwards ends relationship with One Direction's Zayn Malik saying she hasn't 'got time for romance'

By Nadia Mendoza and Georgina Littlejohn

Last updated at 2:08 PM on 13th December 2011

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Little Mix's Perrie Edwards has called time on her romance with Zayn Malik.

The 18-year-old singer - who met Zayn when his band One Direction performed on The X Factor in November - said she and her bandmates are going to be 'like nuns' because they haven't got time to have boyfriends.

Talking about meeting Zayn and the former X Factor boyband, Perrie said: 'They were so nice and gave us loads of advice.

It's over: Little Mix's Perrie Edwards has called time on her romance with One Direction's Zayn Malik to concentrate on her commitments with the band

'But right now I haven't got the time for romance. It's all about the music, the tour and then the album.'

And it's not only Perrie who has ruled out romance, as she said that bandmates Jade Thirlwall, Jesy Nelson and Leigh-Anne Pinnock have also vowed not let boys distract them from their musical aspirations.

She told The Sun: 'There are no boys for us. We're going to be like nuns.'

Promotional duties: Little Mix arrived at the Radio 1 studios this morning for an interview with Chris Moyles

Meanwhile, Jade has hinted her relationship with electrician boyfriend Ben could soon be coming to an end, while Jesy and Leigh-Anne have also ruled out any romances in the near future.

Jade said: 'This is my main priority', while Leigh-Anne added, 'I've been single for quite a while. I want this too badly to let any man get in the way.'

They've had a whirlwind 24 hours since winning the X Factor on Sunday night with various radio and TV appearances to talk about their victory, including an interview with Radio 1's Chris Moyles this morning.

Whirlwind day: But X Factor winners showed no sign of fatigue as they left their London hotel this afternoon despite their late night and very early start

But despite the screaming fans in Wembley Arena and outside the X Factor studios, Little Mix got their first taste of being pop stars yesterday.

The girls, who beat Marcus Collins to win the coveted crown, were mobbed by fans as they left their London hotel yesterday afternoon.

They stopped and chatted away to their followers who had waited patiently outside for their new idols to come out and see them.

And the fans weren't left disappointed with one of them even getting a hug from Jesy Nelson, before the four girls were whisked away.

Thanks for your support: Jesy rewards the fan with a big hug before the girls were whisked away to record a Christmas TV special

They were off to record a Christmas special of Top of the Pops, and they would have no doubt sung their winners' single, a cover of Damien Rice's Cannonball, which is tipped for the top of the charts this Christmas.

And with the girls already in the middle of a hectic promotional schedule, romance has fallen down their list of priorities. It was reported today that Perrie has ended her short relationship with Zayn Malik of One Direction.

'There are no boys for us,' she told The Sun. 'We're going to be like nuns. Right now I haven't got the time for romance. It's all about the music, the tour and then the album.'

Are they here for us? Jade and Perrie looked surprised but delighted to see the fans outside their hotel

Say cheese! The girls stop to oblige the fans with some pictures as the stopped at the bottom of the steps

They attended an after-party last night with their mentor Tulisa Contostavlos and no doubt the champagne would have been in full flow as they toasted their victory with the N-Dubz star and their fellow finalists.

But the life of a pop star does not mean a cosy lie-in after a night on the tiles, because with chart success comes hard work - and Little Mix were no doubt nursing hangovers as they woke up at the crack of dawn today for their first post-show interview.

By 7am, they had already tweeted that they were at the Daybreak studio ready for their chat with Kate Garraway.

Fresh-faced: Despite having barely slept, the girls looked ready to start their new careers

Straight to work: Little Mix appeared on Daybreak and then again on Lorraine

They wrote: '@daybreak getting made up for the show. It's too early! Thanks so much for all your support #littlemixers we love you.'



During their conversation with Garraway, Essex girl Nelson said their victory had not yet sunk in, revealing: 'I don't think it is ever going to sink in. Every week, we prepared ourselves to go out.'

Pinnock, 19, added: 'When he (Dermot O'Leary) said Little Mix, it was "My gosh, this is just insane!"'

Last night, the quartet made history as the first girl band ever to triumph on Simon Cowell's series.

From the boss: The girls posted a picture on their Twitter of flowers Simon Cowell sent to them

Primped: The band let fans in on their busy days of press, including backstage shots of them getting their hair ad make-up done

The Syco boss was busy tweeting his support for the girls, despite not starring on the panel this year, saying: 'Congratulations to @LIttleMixOffic. And Paula as you can see, groups can win this show!

He added: 'I was really hoping a group would win this year. @OfficialTulisa has done a great job. These girls could be stars.'

Following their stint on Daybreak, the girls also visited the famous sofa of This Morning and Lorraine.

On the radio: They posed up with Chris Moyles at BBC Radio 1

Press day: The girls were up early to appear on Daybreak

Jade told Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield that they had spent time with their loved ones after winning the competition, before heading to bed in preparation of their busy day.

She said: 'We got a nice little cuddle from our mums, spoke to Tulisa and then went to bed.'

Leigh-Anne added: 'From the beginning, I never really saw myself in a girl band. I didn't want to be in one. Then they put me in one and I could not be on my own now.'

The redhead also revealed they had received flowers from a certain lady called Geri Halliwell and credited Tulisa as 'the most amazing person' who they 'wouldn't have got this far' without.

Mutual fans: The band met Ed Sheeran backstage at Top of the Pops

Interview time: The girls also appeared on This Morning to chat with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield

While Perrie and Leigh-Anne remained in their stage costumes last night, baby of the group Jade, 18, slipped into jeans, a red puffer jacket and Ugg boots after initially performing in a festive dress.

Jesy, 20, also switched outfits, changing out of her gold leggings in favour of leopard print.

Mentor Tulisa continued to show her support for her 'Little Muffins', attending the party.

She too changed out of her awkward attire that proved difficult to walk in and squeeze into her judging seat, by opting for a simple navy frock with black Mary Janes.

The N-Dubz beauty also had her say on Twitter, writing: 'I know its cheese but I swear down,2nit has shown me, if u really believe in sumin n want it bad enough it can happen,u just need 2 believe.

Winners: Little Mix triumphed on ITV1 last night, becoming the first group to win X Factor

Winner's luck: Leigh-Anne switched into her heels, while Perrie still opted for her gold trainers she had performed in

'Thank u little mixers n ndubletts uve change 4 beautiful girls lives 2nit! THANK U SO MUCH XXX'

Obviously there weren't enough canapes at the party, as she later said: 'what do ya do after ur act wins the xfactor?...go 2 ur local kebab shop of course, wooooiiiiii....LOVE U #LITTLEMIX keep it real.'

And while their debut single is expected to be the Christmas No1, excitement is already brewing that the girls may record a duet with Tulisa.

The 23-year-old revealed on The Xtra Factor: 'There’s been talks but I’m not one hundred per cent. I would love to do this and when I release my album we might re-record that as a single and put it on.'

Glamorous: Tulisa opted for a more practical dress after struggling to sit down on the live shows

During the final, each judge joined their remaining act for a duet, with Tulisa and the band singing a mash-up of Alicia Keys songs If I Ain't Got You and Empire State Of Mind.

This morning Jesy's mother said that her daughter's band winning 'felt like a dream.'

The police community support officer from Canvey Island, Essex, said: "I woke up this morning and had to ask myself, "am I dreaming or did Little Mix really win The X Factor last night?".

'The best part of it all isn't the winning, it's the positive comments that the girls have had from their fans.

Ecstatic: The moment Little Mix were told they had beaten Marcus Collins

'They are four ordinary girls but they have had so many letters from teenage girls and boys telling them how inspiring they have been.'
She added: 'I think one of the things Jesy's most excited about is meeting Simon Cowell. Apparently, he really likes Little Mix and she's desperate to meet him.'
Runner-up Marcus Collins put on a brave face as he attended the swish venue, with Craig Colton offering some consolation squeezes.

Rising stars: Little Mix were catapulted into self-promotion, with appearances on This Morning, Daybreak and Lorraine

The Liverpudlian hairdresser, 23, still has high hopes for his career, despite not winning, tweeting: 'Thank you so much to all those who supported me. I'm sure I'll be seeing you all very soon!!xxxx'

In keeping with her pink theme, teenager Amelia Lily clutched a bright neon bag despite losing the candyfloss tint and going back to her peroxide locks.

The 17-year-old reached the final and performed with Kelly Rowland on Saturday night, but was eliminated from the competition leaving just Marcus and Little Mix to sing last night.

However, the Destiny's Child star didn't materialise last night at the party.

Reunited: Craig Col'ton gives Marcus Collins his consolation prize - a squeeze

Chasing contracts: Sophie Habibis and Amelia Lily will have to fight to be signed after being eliminated

She was criticised on Saturday for abandoning Lily at a crucial time and rushing out of the X Factor studio to support her favourite contestant Misha B during her first live show at G-A-Y.

The Xtra hosts Olly Murs and Caroline Flack joined in the festivities, with 32-year-old Flack deflecting attention from her romance with One Direction star Harry Styles, 17, by attending with a male friend.

Westlife stars Nicky Byrne and Shane Filan donned their leather jackets to mingle with the reality stars, having taken to the stage at Wembley to bid farewell to fans as they go their separate ways.