Monica Naumann, from Surrey, Canada, launched her "Real Mermaid Tails" firm 3-Fins after making swimmable tails for her mermaid-mad daughters. The mermaid tails, worn above by Maleka Rostami ...

Matthew: So, I have been making mermaid tails for over 10 years ... In the bottom of the tail where the fin is, there are actually foot pockets in the monofin. You strap yourself in.

A Scots woman says she decided to become a 'real' mermaid after being inspired by her favourite childhood TV programme - and has since spent £1,500 on fins and tails. Kate Macleod, 28 ...