While the cognoscenti will be sniffing out single-note, limited-edition perfumes, preferably handmade, and starting the new year smelling of tudor rose, irises or lilies, the top five sellers will be heavily marketed mainstream perfumes. The big brands this Christmas all have one thing in common - they're made by fashion houses, showing the inextricable link between the fashion and beauty industries.
Fragile from Jean Paul Gaultier, 25ml eau de parfum £42.75. New on the market this year and an instant hit with its kitsch snow dome packaging.
J'Adore from Christian Dior, 30ml eau de parfum £26.50. One of the biggest perfume launches of the year and seen by Dior as part of its "wardrobe" of scents.
Cashmere Mist from Donna Karan, 30ml eau de toilette £30.00. The latest scent from the big name American designer who has yet to create a scent as classic as her clothes.
Chanel Allure (Women), 50ml eau de toilette £37.50. One of the most successful perfume launches of the 1990s - predicted to become a classic.
Chanel No. 5 50ml eau de toilette £48.00. Most recognised perfume brand worldwide, and still the best seller.
