Perfumes created in the 90s are proving the most popular fragrances this Christmas - and these are the ones selling out fast
There's always one particular perfume that instantly transports you back to your teenage years. For me, it's Lacoste Touch Of Pink. I dreamed of being the mysterious blonde woman in the advert, dancing around the streets of Paris totally oblivious to the throng of male admirers she left in her wake. In an attempt to emulate her appeal, I would douse myself in the perfume, the body lotion and, indeed, the limited edition glittery scented powder that I received for Christmas one year.
While my tastes have somewhat changed when it comes to my fragrance, I still have a soft spot for Touch of Pink, meaning I was pleasantly surprised to learn it's still available today. In one of my more questionable lockdown purchases, I bought a bottle. I think I wanted to be taken back to a simpler time, even just for one spritz.
With this in mind, I can completely understand why 90s fragrances have become increasingly popular in the run up to Christmas. We're cocooning ourselves in a familiar, nostalgic scent that acts as a sense of escapism from the all-too-often troubling realities of 2020.
Plus, on a purely practical level, more of us than ever are turning to the internet to do all of our shopping, whether it be online meal delivery services or our Christmas lists - and it's hard buy a fragrance online without knowing what it smells like, so more of us are returning to old favourites that we know and love rather than taking a chance with newer scents.
Keep scrolling to rediscover your favourite 90s perfumes that are still available to buy today...
Looking for more Christmas shopping ideas? Check out the beauty gifts that any skincare, haircare or makeup obsessive will adore, or why not treat yourself with these luxury treats that all cost less that £20?
Calvin Klein CK One Unisex Eau de Toilette, £24.18, Boots
CK One made waves when it was first launched in 1994 for being a crisp, citrus fragrance for both men and women. Almost 30 years later and it's still as popular as ever and the minimal, frosted bottle has proved timeless.
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique For Women Eau de Toilette, £65 for 50ml, Boots
As loved for its iconic female form shaped bottle, this oriental and floral fragrance first hit shelves in 1993. A few of the stand out notes are orange blossom, star anise, ginger, plum and cinnamon.
Clinique Happy Perfume Spray, £46 for 50ml, Boots
Whether it's the uplifting name or the fresh fruity, floral fragrance (think grapefruit, rose and amber), but Clinique Happy has been a firm favourite since its launch in 1998.
Calvin Klein Eternity for Women Eau de Parfum, £37 for 100ml, Superdrug
Another blockbuster from Calvin Klein, Eternity is the epitome of a timeless fragrance, managing to be both classic and contemporary at the same time. The light floral scent, with notes of freesia and sandalwood, is elegant and understated, making it a great every-occasion fragrance.
Thierry Mugler Angel Eau De Parfum, £78 for 50ml, The Perfume Shop
This oriental, vanilla fragrance is perhaps one of the most devicive perfumes ever made - people either love or hate its intoxicating sweetness. Evidently, though, enough people love it to mean it's still a best-seller 28 years after launching in 1992.
The Body Shop White Musk Eau De Toilette, £18 for 60ml, The Body Shop
Many of us have wiled away hours of our teenage years browsing the shelves of The Body Shop. Every visit would involve a few spritz of this warming, floral fragrance that's still as iconic today as it was back when it launched in 1981.
Davidoff Cool Water Woman Eau de Toilette, £28 for 100ml, The Perfume Shop
Chances are Davidoff Cool Water was your go-to 'his and her' fragrance for your teenage sweetheart, and it's still just as sublime as it was back then. The formula hasn't changed since its launch in 1996 - notes of melon, jasmine and raspberry are among other aquatic notes giving it that distinctly refreshing scent.
