Britney in 1999 and 2003Britney in 1999 and 2003There's nothing new in bashing someone else in order to make yourself feel a bit better - and clearly celebrities are no different.

Former Spice Girl, Mel C, has blasted fellow pop artist Britney Spears for her dress sense.

She's spoken out, branding Britney "overtly sexual."

Mel C says she is appalled at Brit's massive transformation from innocent schoolgirl to raunchy star.

Poor delicate Mel said: "Britney's gone too far. I find it really shocking.

"She's overtly sexual in everything she does. I see her and I think: 'Put it away, love.'"

It's true that since Britney first appeared on the pop scene in 1999, her image has changed and she rarely wears pigtails and school skirts anymore - but she's also no longer 18.

Mel CA disapproving Mel CThe 23-year-old has managed to transform herself into a veritable sex symbol - albeit a slightly trashy one - with the aid of skimpy bras and corsets.

But with her albums and world tours selling out, she must be doing something right.