Crabtree and Evelyn

Gift shopping is a chore especially if you do not know the person in question that well or they are quite fussy. If the person in question is female I tend to go for the easy option, bath and beauty stuff. The only problem is Body Shop is so passé now and Lush is not for everyone. I have now found an alternative for those who like a classier traditional product Crabtree and Evelyn Background The company seems to be the epitome of English middle class living. It seems to cater for the same market as Laura Ashley. Middle class more mature ladies with their tweeds, twin set and pearls. Of course ... more

Crabtree and Evelyn are an upmarket beauty products franchise, specialising in natural-based products. With outlets throughout the world, the UK and in department stores, though small, each shop is a fantastic place to wander around, following my nose to the wonderful scents, and of course, looking for the tester pots. Although prices are on average higher than the high street chain stores, it is worth the expense for a gift or special treat. For example, a bottle of body moisturiser might be around £10, or soaps £5-£10, but the quality is excellent. As it is coming up to Christmas, and I''ve ... more