Make life a little sweeter with sensory gifts SUGAR RUSH Jammy blackberry and woody oak make for an enveloping gourmand scent in Miss Dior Essence (£130 for 50ml, dior.com). MILK IT Hotel Chocolat’s l

...in need of comforting fragrances for the senses in our homes during these cold, dark months and we are big fans of independent candle crafters St. Eval. Their Winter Thyme (from £5.50, st-eval. com

Whether you gloss it up, blur the edges or blend it to oblivion, embrace an irresistibly lived-in, tactile take on red this season

Seasonal shine Hair Clips, £5.50, Accessorize. Add sparkle ...

Clockwise, from left: custard cream felt tree decoration, £6, John Lewis; chilli pepper tree decoration, £6, souschef.co.uk; glass pizza slice hanging decoration, £5, M&S; brussels sprout tree decorat

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