Victoria Beckham isn’t always posh – and we love her for it. From travelling to school in her dad’s Rolls Royce to helming a multi-million-pound business, there’s no denying that Victoria Beckham is posh by name and by nature. The Spice Girls icon was given her nickname back in 1996 over lunch with Peter Loraine of Top of The Pops Magazine and the rest of the Wannabe hitmakers. She later admitted that it wouldn’t have been her ‘first choice’ and was keen to distance herself from the Posh label post-Spice Girls, as it ‘had unwavering momentum of its own.’ However, Victoria eventually grew into the tongue-in-cheek moniker on her own terms, praising it for ‘opening the door for me to go after my dreams.’ So, in homage to Vicky B’s nickname and to celebrate her 50th birthday, we’re revisiting all the times she actually so posh – but in the best way. Besides, being branded Posh helped the former Wag blossom from a ‘young and shy’ individual to someone with ‘style’ and ‘confidence’, shaping her into the meme queen we know and love today.
No, not Captain Jack Sparrow. While diamond rings and dainty chains are more her style these days, Victoria was once partial to a bit of facial jewellery. In 2001, the fashion designer sported a lip ring during a pop performance, seemingly also channelling Captain Jack Sparrow with a brown satin headscarf completing the very noughties look. At the time (and this sums up how much power Victoria held over the masses), health inspectors issued warnings to teenagers seeking to emulate their idol’s style, reminding them of the risks of broken teeth, hepatitis, and even HIV if they went ahead with piercing their lower lip. It was thought that the singer had the piercing done shortly before she took to the stage at Birmingham’s Party in the Park. However, the silver ring – as well as her array of tattoos – was soon confirmed to be fake, but it certainly gave her tight leather outfit that extra edge.
Victoria sported an interesting piece of facial jewellery for a pop performance in 2001.
The ink was also fake. Posh Spice’s spokesperson said that the clip-on ring was, in fact, similar to those found on sale in joke shops for 99p. On top of that, while Victoria is much more comfortable on the ‘best dressed’ lists today, her fake lip ring was voted the biggest fashion disaster of the century 12 years later. In 2013, a poll revealed that the general public hadn’t forgotten VB’s questionable temporary accessory, which would probably give 50-year-old Posh goosebumps in 2024. Her husband, David Beckham, didn’t fare much better in the style stakes, though, as his cornrow hairstyle from 2003 was second in the poll of faux pas.
When she got candid about her sex life to Ali-G.
Victoria Beckham spills the beans on naming her son Brooklyn in a hilarious throwback interview. The former Spice Girl revealed that she and David Beckham found out they were expecting while in Brooklyn, but clarified that they didn’t actually conceive there. The funny exchange had the audience in stitches, and we can only imagine that Brooklyn himself would rather forget about it.
Did you know that Victoria Beckham once had a hip-hop phase? Yes, you read that right. Before her chic and sophisticated style took over, she rocked bomber jackets, ripped jeans, and flashy chains. She even recorded a hip-hop album called Come Together with Damon Dash in 2003. Although the album was never officially released, the tracks eventually leaked online a few years ago.
Despite her multi-million dollar net worth, Victoria Beckham isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty. She has been caught on camera putting out the bins and even vacuuming her own runway before a fashion show. In 2015, she shared a photo on Instagram of herself cleaning up before her Fashion Week presentation, proving that she’s not too posh to push.
Posh Beckham Takes Out the Trash in Her PJs
In a surprising turn of events, Victoria Beckham, also known as Posh, was spotted taking out the rubbish in her pajamas. In a video shared on social media, she jokingly compared herself to Jennifer Lopez, stating, “I bet Jennifer Lopez doesn’t do bins. I’m sure she doesn’t do bins.” Well, it seems Posh isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty when it comes to garbage removal.
The Infamous Baden-Baden 2006 World Cup
The year 2006 will forever be remembered as the time when WAG culture took over during the World Cup. Posh, along with other famous WAGs like Cheryl, Abbey Clancy, and Coleen Rooney, jetted off to the German resort of Baden-Baden. They made headlines with their trendy outfits consisting of strappy vest tops, tiny shorts, and oversized sunglasses. Although England crashed out of the tournament, the WAGs stole the spotlight. Their presence became such a distraction that the manager at the time, Fabio Capello, even banned partners from visiting their significant others during training sessions. Posh, who was considered the queen of the WAGs, had already been married to David Beckham for seven years at that point.
Posh’s Glamorous Transformation
Back in 2006, Posh was the ultimate party girl, always seen in mini skirts, with a fake tan and glossy lips. However, she has since undergone a remarkable transformation. In 2013, she revealed that she had ditched the tan and removed her breast implants. While she may no longer be a WAG, the 2006 version of Victoria Beckham will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Posh Beckham’s Unposh Side
Despite her reputation for always looking posh and put together, Victoria Beckham has a fun and unserious side. In an interview with French magazine Madame Figaro in 2012, she declared, “You’ll never see me on the street in a tracksuit. I just love fashion too much to wear a tracksuit! The same goes for Ugg boots. I only wear them at home.” While she may have left behind her partying days, Posh has embraced a whole new kind of anti-poshness. Whether she’s doing housework or singing Spice Girls songs on karaoke, Victoria Beckham remains a down-to-earth woman who we can’t help but adore.
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