Last week Queen Victoria’s bloomers were auctioned off for £4500, bid for by a Canadian buyer. The sale was only estimated to make £500, so it came as a welcome surprise to auctioneer Charles Hanson in Derby.

The bloomers had an incredible 50 inch waist - Queen Victoria was known for being just 4 ft 10 ins referred to as a ‘very big lady of small stature with a very wide girth’ by Charles Hanson.

The bloomers dated back to the 1890’s and were handmade and are an open-crotch style, with separate legs joined by a drawstring waist which was a very popular style in the Victorian era. They had been initialled VR - Victoria Regina and had belonged to the family whose ancestor was a lady-in-waiting to the queen. The garment had remained in the Lincolnshire family for more than 100 years.

The time Queen Victoria reigned was the same time as women started experimenting with bras. By the early 1900s, garments more closely resembling contemporary bras emerged and women started bra fittings in order to decide which size they were. Apparently Queen Victoria was known to wear lose-fitting clothes and underwear rather than the more fashionable garments of the time.

Also up for auction was a chemise with a 66 inch bust which sold for £4000 and her night-dress sold for £5500. The UK’s longest ever reigning monarch, came to the throne aged 18 in 1819 and reigned until 1901 - hundreds of sets of her underwear, including stockings, petticoats and night-gowns, were given away after death.

Pixie Geldof is the latest celebrity to sign a deal with a high street store to design a fashion range. The 18-year-old is reportedly set to make £80,000 on the eight-piece collection that will be sold in High Street Giant, New Look. Daughter of Bob Geldof, Pixie will be following in the footsteps of Lily Allen, who recently designed her own New Look range, and Kelly Brooke, whose underwear and swimwear (sizes A to E-cup) range is in stores now.

Pixie’s older sister Peaches, has said while she loves fashion, it’s her younger sister Pixie that will become a style icon. While Pixie has signed the deal with NL, Peaches has been working on her own favourite label, PPQ to design her collection. Her designs are said to reflect her style, which has a much more vintage, gothic and romantic feel to that of her sister Pixie.

Peaches and Pixie have lived every day of their lives in the celebrity circus on London’s social scene, along with the likes of Best, Stewart and Jagger, who all struggle with fame that had not been invited into their lives.

Rumours and speculation of a Winehouse type breakdown in the near future are often talked about in the press, on either of the two sisters. Just a few weeks ago, an ambulance was called to Peaches flat that she shares with friends, with reports that she had collapsed having stopped breathing. She received treatment and did not need to be hospitalised, but speculation continued that the collapse could have been the result of inhaling hair dye fumes, an overdose or from a crash diet.

For those women who really want to feel special and flaunt their body in the beach, sexy swimwear is the right choice. There are a variety of choices here. You can show how proud you are of your proud body with sexy swimwear. Sexy swimwear is sought after by many women who know that the piece will make them look hotter! The effect seems to work on them a lot, both in their features and confidence.

Sexy doesn’t mean just putting a two piece on and showing off the figure. There are many items of swimwear such as tankinis, monokinis, one piece suits, and cover-ups that will really look good in any figure. You can even try the you sexy day-time top on with your bikini bottom which will really flatter your body. These suits will let out the hidden beauties of your body. When you next go to a beach party or gathering, make the heads turn to you with the sexy swimwear.

You can get the sexy swimwear in any store but the best place to get is the net. The online swimwear retailers have a lot of choice and you can get exactly like you want.

This stunning and elegant silver pearl bracelet is so desirable and mesmerizing, that you’ll fantasize about it. Every nuance of this ravishing bracelet is taken care of, resulting in a beautiful masterpiece of jewellry. The wearer of this bracelet will feel unique and retain her own individuality; with a certain level of Panache.

A perfect gift for any occasion, this one makes women go weak at their knees. As a superb Valentines day gift, or an anniversary gift, this bracelet is meant for making a woman feel confident and happy. Handcrafted out of lavish freshwater pearls, this stunning piece of jewellery is luxury redefined. Having a gorgeous silver heart at the clasp, that epitomizes your personal style; it is an exclusive and classy bracelet.

A must-have in your jewellery box, it signifies feminity and grace. Having a simple and easy to use clasp, it is comfortable, and you’ll be at ease. The stunning pearls give it a lavish and opulent feel. Personalize this piece of jewellery by having the heart engraved. This wonderful piece of jewellery is available at an affordable price of 38 euros. For all those eager souls out there who can’t wait to know more, log on to this link for more information!

It’s true that the market rate of designer sunglasses is sky-rocketing day by day. It is getting increasingly difficult to purchase a pair of branded sunglasses for the common man. So, replica sunglasses are the obvious choice, as they are of lesser economical value, yet deliver the same stylish results. There really are numerous shops which specialize in selling replica sunglasses as they are the new affordable fashion mantra. In fact if you’ve ever visited some fashion hotspots like Milan, people continue to sell these on the street, at discounted prices.

To meet every individual’s needs and demands, these replica sunglasses are quite a rage all over. Be it Prada, Calvin Klein, Freya or any other prestigious brand, replica sunglasses are making their mark with everybody, who wants to make a fashion statement whilst being easy on their pockets.

These sunglasses are unique, sophisticated and have truly influenced today’s fashion to a large extent. They are made with high quality materials, and are followed by the public to a great extent. One can shop for them online, as it is hassle-free to do so, as there are innumerable varieties related to the colours, styles and fashions. They are much cheaper than the actual price of the branded products, and thus make a stylish and convenient choice for everyone.

Are leggings back in fashion? Leggings are a type of fitted clothing which originally were used to cover the legs, ideally during sports or aerobics. Originally however, leggings were considered to be two separate pieces of clothing, one for each leg. Leggings are a tight well-fitting pair of trousers which are stylish and classy, and are similar to tights. They are in rage all over the world, and right from the celebrities to the girls going to college, every one can be seen sporting them. They make a fabulous style statement and are very popular amongst young girls. One can wear them underneath short skirts, or a frock, and look uber-cool!

Leggings can be made from a variety of fabrics, be it wool, nylon, lycra or exotic fabrics like stain and silk. However, modern leggings are a blend of lycra and nylon or cotton. Leggings can be made available in numerous colours, black being the most popular amongst them. Skin coloured leggings also seem to be a popular option. While going for a night party or a night over at your boyfriend’s house, leggings seem to be to the most popular item of clothing always. So, the next time you and the girls go out shopping, do not forget to buy a pair of leggings, to add more style to your wardrobe.

Let us know what type of leggings you prefer and maybe send in your pictures of you wearing your leggings.

It is said that sexiness is a state of mind. However, short skirts seem to influence and boost that state of mind, don’t they? Short skirts are incredibly sexy, fun to wear, and a great hit amongst most women. If you have it, flaunt it, is the motto of today’s girls. For them showing off a stunning pair of legs in a short pleated skirt and a Panache bra covered top, is the pinnacle of fashion.

One can be daring and exciting and go for a short skirt, this season. Actually, the reality is that short skirts never go out of fashion, they can never be passé! All the fashion magazines, fashion shows, ramps feature short skirts endlessly, and they always strike a chord with the fashion conscious souls. These short skirts have an unlimited variety of colours, fabrics, patterns, textures, and styles, and the satisfaction of customers is guaranteed.

One can purchase the short skirts from almost anywhere in the world. Leather, denim, cotton short skirts are always in vogue, and every girl has them in her closet. Short skirts look great on a toned and tanned pair of stems, and continue to be a rage amongst all girls, even today!

Once adorned by women to achieve that hourglass figure, the classic corset is so much in vogue since then. Their shape and size were specially designed keeping in mind the purpose that several women had, to keep their waist-lines trim and slim and have a voluptuous upper and lower body.

It was hard to breathe in them, and they were considered to mould the girl’s body into a desirable fashion. Being hugged by as woman wearing this kind of a corset was equivalent to being trapped in a picket fence. However, since then there’s no looking back to the way these corset tops were designed and modulated to suit the needs of the ever-growing sane minds of young women.

Now, corsets are a major fashion-statement and have specially crafted fabrics, stunning patterns and a huge variety of luxurious colours and sizes to suite every woman’s shape; without crushing your internal organs. These corsets can be made up of Lycra, cotton, leather, silk, satin and decorated with lace and a whole array of stunning colours which dramatize the effect. So for all the beautiful ladies out there, go for the fashion essential item of corset tops on the next shopping expedition!

Gothic fashion is considered to be somber, dark and erotic as you can see here. The style of Gothic fashion is very distinct, including stark black dyed hair, and a lot of black dominating their sense of clothing. Both male and female members of this Goth group, combine to create a revolutionary fashion, each one reflecting their sense of style and fashion.

Dark is the keyword and the one word description of Gothic fashion. The style is morbid, yet in a way fascinating. A person attracted to a darker shade of sexuality may take up the Gothic style and fashion. The aesthetic growth of the Gothic styling is difficult to describe, as the Goths feel a sense of alienation and believe in dark colors being the colors of emancipation.

The hair and make-up of the Gothic fashion is bold and dark, and can be contrasted and matched with deep reds, blues, purples, browns or emerald green. A body part is emphasized to stress on sexuality, be it in a corset, or tight sleeves. Basically, the personal power and individual intimidating qualities are expressed through Gothic fashion. Diamond, silver and gold and many other types of jewellery are the essence of Gothic fashion.

Women love flowers. Flowers add picturesque and scenic beauty, and are reminiscent of nature. They make us feel close to mother earth and the goddess Freya and are beautiful. It is no surprise, that floral patterns on clothes are popular. The most fashionable and beautiful item of clothing is a floral dress.

Floral dresses make a woman look beautiful, and feminine. They add a hint of elegance and class to her wardrobe, and they never go out of fashion. There can be no better way to rejoice the beauty of flowers than to get them on your clothing! Flower patterns in all colors, blue, yellow, orange, red, pink look great especially on a white background. One can team it up with panache lingerie and make a super fashion statement. Red and yellow colored flowers look great on a black background, and lighter shades like pastel ink, blue look magnificent on a white background. One can find them in many colors, patterns and textures. They are eye-catching, fashionable and sassy. Moreover, floral dresses are classy, elegant and extremely chic. So girls the next time you go shopping, opt for a beautiful floral dress, as it’ll make you look beautiful and gorgeous!