Find the gift that's heaven scent

Love is in the air, and there are lots of lovely fragrances wafting our way too. Stephanie Smith picks out perfect perfumes ...

Clinique says it has bottled the essence and renewed energy of spring with its limited edition Happy in Bloom fragrance, a fresh, floral scent that evokes a frosty spring morning and dew-laden flowers. Happy in Bloom features the floral heart of the Happy fragrance coupled with chilled, watery notes for a clean and cool feeling. It costs 23, on counter now.

Make-up lovers will adore Clinique's new spring look which features Fresh Picked Allover Colour blush, 23.50 for three shimmering mixed berry shades, and eyeshadows in berry and pear, 28.50. On Clinique counters this month.

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Does your man need guidance?) Trying cutting this out, ringing the one you fancy and sticking it onto his steering wheel, or computer, or even the telly. These are available from The Perfume Shop stores and www.the perfumeshop.com (Some prices may vary a little)

Emporio Armani Diamonds, 30ml eau de parfum spray, 32.50: Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but this precious stone inspired bottle is the next best thing. With initial top notes of raspberry and lychee, base notes of vetiver, amber and vanilla linger on the skin.

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle 35ml eau de parfum, 55.50: For sophisticated women who know what they want, it exudes elegance on every level and will look lovely on your dressing table.

Marc Jacobs Lola 50ml eau de parfum, 44.50: One of the year's most popular scents, this has floral heart notes including rose, fuchsia, peony and geranium.

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Vera Wang Glam Princess 30ml eau de parfum, 33.50: Fashionistas will love the heart-shaped bottle, while the scent radiates top notes of crushed red berries, juicy guava and sparkling pear, with undertones of cashmere wool.

Thierry Mugler Angel 25ml eau de parfum, 39.99: Fantastically popular perfume, instantly recognisable, the iconic bottle will dazzle, its as will the hazy oriental scent with its base notes of bergamot and helional.

And for him ... Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male eau de toilette 75ml, 34.99: Emanates maleness, with a heady blend of mint, lavender and vanilla.

Diesel Only the Brave eau de toilette 30ml, 27: Emanates strength with lemon, mandarin and coriander and base notes of amber and leather.

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Paco Rabanne 1 Million eau de toilette 30ml, 22.50: Gold ingot shaped bottle, spicy with notes of rose and musk.

Hugo Boss eau de toilette 30ml, 22.50: Always popular, with fresh, modern aroma – top notes of grapefruit, apple, bergamot and mint, soothed into musk, pine and sandal.

Dolce & Gabbana The One eau de toilette 30ml, 26.50: Perfect for the man who enjoys the finer things, elegantly spicy with cedarwood, ambergris and tobacco.

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Professeur de Parfums Roja Dove will be sharing his passions for fragrance at Harvey Nichols Leeds next month. A charismatic speaker and story-teller, this acclaimed perfume guru and lecturer will discuss his work with some of the world's most famous perfume houses. It's on Wednesday, March 3, from 6.30pm. Tickets, 15, are redeemable against purchases, call 0113 204 8888.