Fragrance is the finishing touch to any look. I would never go to a big meeting or event without it. Scent is a way of presenting yourself to the world, and I love that. Some are powered by a signature scent, but what I reach for depends on my mood.

90s scents are very nostalgic for me. Thierry Mugler was one of my first  purchases – I was obsessed with ‘Angel’. I also loved ‘Rush’ by Gucci and I have to  mention to ‘Fierce’ by Abercrombie & Fitch. I lived and breathed that fragrance – it distinguished the men from the Lynx-wearing boys.

I love scents that can create an atmosphere and mood. I have quite eclectic taste, though I lean towards fragrances that conjure up that cosy, cashmere, winter feeling. But I don’t like anything too heavy; everything needs to be balanced. Fragrances that get this so right are Jo Malone London’s ‘Cypress & Grapevine’ and Tom Ford’s ‘Tuscan Leather’. Both are sexy and woody but not OTT or intrusive.

Speaking of cosy, sometimes I prefer burning candles to wearing fragrances. My favourites are  smoky and full of warmth, like Diptyque’s ‘Baies’ – I’d like to be buried with that – and ‘Feu De Bois’, which smells just like a freshly lit fire. Another favourite is Soho Home’s ‘Fireside’ and Cire Trudon’s ‘Ernesto’ – this is expensive but has become a ride-or-die. I also recommend Boy Smells ‘Hinoki Fantôme’, both in the candle and fragrance form.

Incense sticks help me feel comforted and warm. My favourites are by Aesop. My husband hates them, but when he’s away, I get them going. I’m a real cosy girl, so when I am on my own, I like to light lots of candles and incense sticks, turn on some lamps, and create a real mood.