The question
Excluding property, what is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?Originally asked
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Holidays. In the Spice Girls, we found ourselves with quite a few quid, so it was lovely to hire a big house in the Caribbean and have friends and family over.
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A Chanel dress. I bought it with my first proper paycheck and it was ridiculously expensive. It is also hideous.
Legal advice. It was worth it. Know your rights.
A Matisse and my Leica camera.
An electric-yellow mohair rug.
The Spice Girls – Mel B, Geri and Emma – who wanted to mark our 20th anniversary, and the fans. It was not something I felt comfortable doing.
Working in a chip shop when I was 16. I gave my friends massive portions, but the smell was gross.
Becoming a mum quashed so many demons within me, and gave me confidence and a sense of calm.
My little girl. I often get visits just for a cuddle.
Safe, strong and smiley.
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