Perfume is a classic Christmas present and while taste is subjective, there are some fragrances that just can’t be resisted. Rachel Marie Walsh suggests some options you won’t need to box up with gift receipts.

It’s been a fantastic year for beauty, particularly in the hair and skincare stakes.

Edel Coffey enjoys sampling fragrances from Versace, Chanel, Lancome and Jo Malone.

Venice was a refuge for Coco Chanel when she lost the love of her life. Now the city has inspired her fashion house’s sensual new fragrance.