Jasmine Birtles
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I LOVE AUTUMN. I love cosy blankets, hot chocolate and the fresh bite to the air. I love airing out my jumpers, picking blackberries and getting that perfect Hygge in the home to feel maximum cosiness. How to I like to achieve that… by finding the PERFECT Autumn candle.
This year I have taken it upon myself (ever the altruist) to find the cosiest Autumn candles I could. And after hours of painstaking burning, smelling and relaxing we can tell you our favourites
Enjoy.
Nottinghamshire based Boutique Gifts have a fab range of Sandalwood candles which can be personalised and make great gifts. Sandalwood is said to having a calming effect and reduce stress, so just what you need for some well deserved relaxation time. Each candle comes in a 100% recycled glass jar and has up to 50 hours burn time. RRP £9.99 from www.boutiquegifts.co.uk
For indulgent scents that add a touch of luxury to the home, Coco Luxe candles are made using only the finest plant-based ingredients sourced from sustainable and renewable resources. From florals, oriental, citrus to woody, each candle is hand poured. With notes of bergamot, lemon leaf, eucalyptus and spices ‘Fireside’ from their Signature Collection will delight your senses and fill your home with luxurious aroma. The long lasting scent and luxurious burn on this one make it a huge stand-out and one we will 100% buy again.RRP £30.00 from www.cocoluxeltd.co.uk
Wake up from a beautiful dream, with citrus notes to awaken you. This heady scent leads to a floral heart while the warmth of the sandalwood and amber radiate through and linger long after the flame has burned out. RRP £18.
Top Notes: Petitgrain, Bergamot
Middle Notes: Agarwood, Rose, Violet Flower
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Amber, Musk, Patchouli
Rowanberry Embers seasonal candle from Arran brings sweet scents of winter berries softened with the warmth of a cosy open fire. Inspired by the Scottish festive tradition of burning rowan branches to clear bad feelings, this scent is as sweet as it is nostalgic.
A beautiful gift this Christmas for someone special or a treat for yourself to fill your home with festive fragrance and get ready for Christmas. RRP £20.
Arran’s seasonal Winter Forest candle is a fresh green blend of sweet pine and sparkling cinnamon, wrapped around herbaceous pine and clove. Embracing the yule tradition of bringing forest pine indoors and decorating with stars and celestial ornament.
A beautiful gift this Christmas for someone special or a treat for yourself to fill your home with festive fragrance to get ready for Christmas. RRP £20.