Rosemary Hawthorne is a classically trained actress, winning a scholarship to
the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. In addition to being a RADA medallist, she
was also awarded the coveted Costume Prize... which is where it all started.

Rosemary cultivated her passion for unusual historical clothing and its
sociological link to the last two centuries, becoming a well respected fashion
historian. With little being documented about the history of underwear,
Rosemary emerged as a leading authority.

Her first book, ‘Knickers: An Intimate Appraisal’ (1991), was a huge success
and became the gospel on everything from pantaloons and pantalettes to
divided drawers and bloomers.

       Armed with her stage props of historical bloomers and bras, known as The
      Rosemary Hawthorne Collection and a large helping of wit, Rosemary’s
    reputation quickly grew and The Knicker Lady was born!

Always in demand, it’s not only the public that love Rosemary. Radio and
Television regularly request an audience with Rosemary and her box of surprises!