Because luxury candles make the perfect gift for just about anyone - including yourself
There’s no doubt about it, luxury candles are the ultimate interior accessory, whether you want to add ambiance to your living room or have a relaxing candlelit bath. They’re our go to for transforming our home in seconds; who knew some candle light and the smell of neroli could do so much?
With so many different fragrances out there, you’d be hard pushed to find someone who wouldn’t love to unwrap a scented candle (FYI, we’ll never judge a spot of self-gifting). Just don’t forget to tell them about this genius candle hack, as it turns out that burning them the wrong way can completely diminish the life span of your new flickering friend. Sad times.
For the truly candle obsessed, we recommend you check out Scent, a subscription service that hand picks and delivers candles based on your own personal taste, as often as you desire. And with the festive season just around the corner, it’s a great shout if you’re still looking for Christmas gifts for her or Christmas gifts for him – who doesn’t love a candle.
Luxury candles – beauty editor’s picks
Loewe Large Honeysuckle candle –£305 | Liberty
I would argue that Honeysuckle is the most beautiful fragrance on the planet. In Summer, it’s all you can smell on the streets of Rome, as the buildings are covered in its tendrils. This candle is a close second.
Jo Malone London Green Tomato Vine scented candle – £90 | Selfridges
God I just love this smell – it’s green and luscious and I just want to dunk my head into this ceramic pot.
Bella Freud Peace and Love scented candle – £180 | Matches
Christmas candles can be incredibly predictable, which is totally fine. But this combination of Patchouli, Pink Pepper and Clary Sage makes for a very welcome change.
Fornasetti La Femme aux Moustaches scented candle – £155 | Selfridges
Fornasetti create stunning candles, which are packaged up in this beautiful pots. A total style statement and one that should definitely be made.
The Best Christmas Candles
1. Frederic Malle Joyeux Noel candle
Smells like: Pine, amber, cinnamon and a drop of cotton candy.
Best bit: The soft glow that is emitted from the beautiful red glass is enough to make this your go-to candle.
Burn time: 45 hours
BUY NOW – Frederic Malle, Joyeux Noel candle, £58.50
2. The White Company Winter Botanical medium scented candle
Smells like:With notes of cinnamon, cloves and berries, this is a Christmas classic.
Best bit: One to take pride of the mantel piece – just look at the beautiful peering through the wax.
Burn time: 65 hours
BUY NOW – The White Company Winter Botanical medium scented candle, £28
3. Tom Dixon Eclectic Alchemy in medium
Smells like: Eucalyptus, smoky guaiac wood and black pepper – clean and spicy.
Best bit: There’s chic and then there is Tom Dixon. An absolutely masterpiece of design, this candle will have everyone talking this Christmas.
Burn time: 48 hours
BUY NOW – Tom Dixon, Eclectic Alchemy in medium, £65 | Lookfantastic
4. Miller Harris Tangerine Vert candle
Smells like: Sparkling notes of tangerine are given the spicy treatment with the adding of musk.
Best bit: Makes you feel all wam and fuzzy – and the bright orange glass is very Christmassy.
Burn time: 40 hours
BUY NOW – Miller Harris Tangerine Vert candle, £45
5. Jo Malone London Pine & Eucalyptus Luxury candle
Smells like: You shoved your face into your Christmas tree. Pine and eucalyptus are the two main ingredients of the festive period.
Best bit: The size of this means that you are investing in the next 14 Christmases.
Burn time: 220 hours
BUY NOW – Jo Malone London Pine & Eucalyptus Luxury candle, £320
The best luxury candles for your home
We’ve rounded up all of our current favourites, so whether you prefer the light scents of wild jasmine or the rich aromas of neroli and spices, you’re sure to find a scented candle that suits anyone and everyone – including yourself.
Because hey, a candle is an interior necessity and, yes, if anyone asks, you DO need another one. Below are the new releases and timeless favourites you need to make your home smell incredible.
1. Björk & Berries x Fee Greening The Cabinet Scented candle
This smells like the deepest, richest forest. It’s made up of nutmeg, clove buds, with birch tree and oak moss. It’s kind of Christmassy, but it’s more a winter fragrance that work well October – March.
Burning time: 55 hours
BUY NOW – Björk & Berries x Fee Greening The Cabinet Scented candle, £80
2. Boy Smells Cinderrose candle
It’s rose but not as you know it. A much more current version of the flower that sometimes has a bad rep – this is young and fresh. The ideal prop for those Insta moments and is achingly cool – but thats to be expected from Boy Smells.
Burn Time: 50 hours
BUY NOW – Boy Smells Cinderrose, £36 | Space NK
3. Aesop Ptolemy Aromatique candle
Formulated with Vegan-friendly ingredients, the new candle from Aesop is bursting with notes of cedar, cypress and vetiver and evokes memories of an ancient forest. And, true to Aesop nature, is suitable chic in a matte finish with an inscription on the inside.
Burn Time: 55 – 65 Hours
BUY NOW – Aesop Ptolemy Aromatique Candle, £80
4. Saint Fragrance Late Night Fig candle
A delightful blend of bergamot, fig and suede. Smells and looks amazing.
Burn Time: 60 hours
BUY NOW – Saint Fragrance Late Night Fig candle, £40 | Farfetch
5. SUNDAY 1. Beyond The Pines Candle
Natural and organic, the Beyond the pines candle by way of SUNDAY London blends six essential oil, eucalyptus, tea tree, cedar, lime, pine needle and peppermint. The result is super fresh, invigorating and comforting.
Burn Time: 45-50 hours
BUY NOW – SUNDAY 1. Beyond The Pines Candle, £26
6. Editions De Parfums Frederic Malle Tubereuse Candle
The unmistakable smell and qualities of tuberose have been artfully captured in this exquisite candle by EDP Frederic Malle. Think an abundant bouquet of creamy white flowers with a sweet buttery edge.
Burn Time: 40 hours
BUY NOW – Editions De Parfums Frederic Malle Tubereuse Candle, £85 | Liberty
7. Baobab Collection Women Candle
This Women candle from Baobab Collection is made in support of BIG (Breast Cancer International Group) and breast cancer research. Combining notes of magnolia, rose and musk, it has a delicate scent of powdered rose and ultimately is a celebration of women. Making your home look and smell amazing AND helping a great cause – the ultimate win, win right?
Burn time: 60 hours
BUY NOW – Baobab Collection Women Candle, £85
8. Diptyque Baies Noire Candle
Ah, the berry delights of Diptyque Baies Noire. Diptyque’s classic scent of roses and blackberry leaves is a must for any smart home.
Burn time: 90 hours
BUY NOW – Diptyque Baies Candle, £68 | Space NK
9. Bella Freud Psycho Analysis Candle
The launch of Bella Freud’s Psychoanalysis was one of the hottest fragrance launches of the year, and the accompanying candle is a great gift for the fragrance-obsessed in your life (if they don’t already have one that is). Top notes of neroli and lilac flowers give it a fresh initial aroma, with a heart of tobacco flower on woody base notes of Cedar. It’s just delicious.
Burn time: 40 hours
BUY NOW – Bella Freud Psycho Analysis Candle £45 | Matches Fashion
10. D.S & Durga Portable Fireplace Candle
This one is called a portable fireplace for a reason; it’s smoky and woody and will give off that lovely lingering aroma that a real roaring fireplace leaves behind. A lovely addition to just about any living room on a colt winter’s night.
Burn time: 60 hours
BUY NOW – D.S. & Durga Portable Fireplace Candle, £60
Happy candle shopping.
Enjoy.
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