Victoria Beckham holds an esteemed place in Britain’s alternative royal circle. Evolving from Spice Girl fame to a global fashion icon, she’s amplified Brand Beckham’s influence. The resurgence of her iconic ’90s style and heightened interest post-2023 documentary attest to her fashion reign. Her bond with David Beckham remains a captivating fairy tale.
High and Low
Although Victoria has her own VB beauty line, and can certanlly afford what ever luxury cream she desires, Vic has a thing for low budget finds. “My body secret is Weleda Skin Food. What I love about it is that it’s not particularly expensive and you can find it anywhere. The formula is so thick and buttery,” she told Into the Gloss .
“When I have a tan, I’ll mix it with coconut oil—the same you use to cook with—and cover my entire body with it. I suppose some people may not like the greasiness, but it helps me hold on to the colour,” she revealed. “And by the time I leave the house, I feel as if it’s really sunk in. Like my skin’s had a good drink. I go through so many of these…I wish they had bigger ones.”
Behind You, Meryl Streep
Despite her comically self-critical view of her singing and dancing abilities, Victoria Beckham possesses a strong background in the performing arts. As a Spice Girl, she attended Laine Theatre Arts in Epsom, Surrey, an esteemed institution with notable alumni such as West End stars Ruthie Henshall and Kerry Ellis, actor Warwick Davis from Harry Potter, and Lee Latchford-Evans from the band Steps.
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Victoria reportedly harbored aspirations of becoming a West End star. In a 2012 interview with Style Magazine, Judy Craymer, director of Mamma Mia! and Viva Forever, disclosed that the singer and designer frequented her ABBA musical during its London West End debut, indicating her keen interest in the theatrical world.
Working Girl
Before rising to fame, Victoria Beckham held various less glamorous positions. She worked as a promotional model for the national newspaper Daily Mirror, often clad in tight pants, boots, and a small T-shirt.
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Additionally, she worked at a perfume counter in a large department store. This strong work ethic appears to have been instilled in her children, as her eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, reportedly worked in local cafes during his teenage years
Her Love Life Before She Met David
Before her relationship with David Beckham, Victoria Beckham was engaged to a local electrician named Mark Wood. In 1994, Mark proposed to Victoria, leading her to adopt the name Victoria Adams Wood. This affection was evident in her commitment, as she even used the name on early Spice Girls merchandise.
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She also dated actor Corey Haim from The Lost Boys in 1995. Revealing the clandestine affair in her debut book, she described herself as a “sad fan,” captivated by the late heartthrob’s charm.
Posh Raider
We’ve witnessed Victoria Beckham don various trends and styles, but can you picture her in combat gear? Surprisingly, she once discussed the possibility of portraying Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider films during meetings with film executives. Ultimately, Angelina Jolie secured the iconic role.
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David Beckham enjoys showering his superstar wife with extravagant gifts, including an estimated 15 engagement rings since his proposal in 1998. The first ring boasted a magnificent marquise-cut diamond. Among the collection, the Spice Girl’s most opulent ring is valued at around £6 million. Notably, for her 30th birthday, she received a pink champagne oval-cut diamond ring set in a halo setting with a pave-set band.
