Hooray for Hollywood

INSPIRED by the screen goddesses of Hollywood's golden era, underwear takes its most glamorous turn yet. Shapely satin basques pay homage to the style of Marlene Dietrich's sultry siren in the film The Blue Angel. A look (inset) which later inspired Liza Minnelli's portrayal of Sally Bowles in Cabaret.

Luxurious fabrics like satin, lace and chiffon add a touch of sheer star appeal and re-create the glamour of a glittering era.

But this is not just the stuff that dreams are made of.

In fact, screen queen looks are starring in an underwear department near you now.

The scene is set, the lights are low. Only, unlike Greta Garbo, on this occasion you may not want to be alone.

LEFT: A Joan Crawford-style red stretch lace underwire slip, pounds 17, from Bhs branches.

MAIN PICTURE: The Dietrich-style zip front basque, pounds 75, and sparkly pants, pounds 20, from Agent Provocateur (0171 439 0229). Gloves by Dents (Enquiries: 01985 212291).

TOP: The Garbo-style chiffon camisole, pounds 14.99, from Knickerbox. Satin cami-knickers, pounds 7.99, from Secrets at Dorothy Perkins. Headband to hire from Angels & Bermans (0171 836 5678).

Picture research by IVOR GAME; hair by ROD; make-up by PASCAL MARIN; hosiery by JONATHAN ASTON (Enquiries: 0116 2862388); jewellery by Adrien Mann (Enquiries: 0171 284 0467).

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