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Victoria Beckham advising Kate Middleton

22nd March 2011

(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Victoria Beckham has become Kate Middletons personal wedding planner, according to sources.The British star made her name as one fifth of the Spice Girls, but is now an acclaimed fashion designer thanks to her collection of high-end dresses. The 36-year-old is rumoured to be helping with Kates wedding to Britains Prince William, which is to take place at Westminster Abbey in London on April 29.The pair struck up a friendship after Victorias husband David Beckham and Prince William worked together on Englands World Cup bid last year. The handsome royal is believed to have told soccer star David that Kate was a fan of Victorias dresses.Now it has been suggested that pregnant Victoria is helping in the hectic run-up to the wedding of the year.Kate has been turning to Victoria as she offers very sound advice. Shes been a godsend for Kate, a source told Closer magazine. Kate really appreciates the advice. Shes been joking that Victoria has become her personal wedding planner.Victoria has spent years in the public eye and is experienced in shunning negative press and criticism. The former singer has reportedly been lending advice to Kate regarding her future in the glare of the media spotlight.Kates in a whirlwind with all the pressure of the royal wedding. Shes going to be in the spotlight in front on billions of TV viewers, so she is naturally worried about something going wrong, or that she wont look amazing enough on the day, the source explained. Victoria gets how daunting it all is as she has been in the spotlight for years. Shes very discreet, shes not breathing a word about what Kate says.Victoria is famed for her perfectly groomed look. The designer has apparently given her list of essential beauticians and therapists to Kate to ensure she looks picture-perfect on her big day.When the engagement was announced, Victoria sent Kate a congratulatory email saying she had the best beauty therapists on speed dial and was happy to make recommendations to ensure Kate looks perfect on the day. And to call anytime, the source added.Earlier this year, Victoria let slip that Kate had already asked to see some of her dresses, after several looks from the latest collection caught her eye. Apparently she likes my clothes and has asked to see a selection. It will be from my current spring/summer collection, she said. It's tremendously exciting and I would be honoured if she were to wear my designs. I admire her tremendously. She's a beautiful young girl, and she wears clothes beautifully. (C) Cover Media

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