I caught up with the delightful model Caprice this week and she informed me she’s still winning the battle against the credit crunch – just about!

The blonde model – who is this year celebrating 20 years in modelling – said: “Everyone’s being hit by this credit crunch.”

My company and my properties around the world have not escaped this Goddamn recession. I just hope it’s over sooner rather than later. It doesn’t matter how much money you have – nobody is safe right now.”

She’s ecstatic with her new collection of By Caprice lingerie for Spring/Summer 2009. And actually the range isn’t half bad! In fact, it’s pretty ace – and it’s affordable in these current penny-pinching times.In the coming weeks you’ll be able to see my full chat with Caprice where we talk babies, plastic surgery and whether she’ll ever become a bride.

Until then we filmed a little ‘Quickie with Closer’ sketch for you to enjoy.The By Caprice Spring-Summer 2009 Range is available at Littlewoods Direct, ASOS, Debenhams and Fig Leaves now!