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It’s not only chunky knits and plum lipstick that mark the arrival of autumn, it’s also the flickering flame of a scented candle. We’ve found the best ones for the season.
One season guaranteed to bring out our inner poet is autumn. Just thinking about the crisp leaves on the ground outside the doorway and snuggling up on the sofa with a good book and a duvet makes us finally want to break out that autumnal candle we’ve been saving.
What makes an autumn candle different from the rest, you may be thinking? Well, it’s all about the sensory experience. Instead of the zesty citrus scents that might have taken centre stage in summer, autumn is all about getting cosy and snuggly. That means moodier, darker fragrances that mimic sitting by the fire, the crackling of roasted chestnuts or a chilly walk in the forest. And while green space might not always be within walking distance, a candle certainly is.
If you’re binge-watching Gilmore Girls for the tenth time (no judgment here), these are the best autumn candles to get you in the seasonal spirit.
Maison Margiela Replica By The Fireplace Candle
Unfortunately, finding a flat in London that has a fireplace is as hard to come by as Glastonbury tickets these days. Fortunately, Maison Margiela has filled this gap in the rental market and produced a candle that mimics the warm embers of a natural firewood fireplace, thanks to woody notes of chestnut, spicy clove and warm cashmere. We can almost hear the crackling wood now…
Shop Maison Margiela Replica By The Fireplace Candle at Sephora UK, £55
Jo Malone London Green Tomato Vine Townhouse Candle
Whether or not you’ve managed to keep your tomato plant alive is irrelevant thanks to this ceramic candle by Jo Malone. It mimics the freshness of home-grown tomato plants – so much so, you’ll be craving bruschetta in no time. Think of it as Stanley Tucci in candle form (you get what we mean).
Shop Jo Malone Green London Tomato Vine Townhouse Candle at Cult Beauty, £100
L’Artisan Parfumeur L’Ambre Scented Candle
Nothing says sophistication quite like a L’Artisan Parfumeur-crafted fragrance. The blend of vanilla, tonka bean and incense is guaranteed to warm up any room (whether you’ve finally turned the heating on or not) and stick around long after you’ve snuffed it out. Light this one to set the ambience before you slide into a toasty bubble bath.
Shop L’Artisan Parfumeur L’Ambre Scented Candle at Artisan Parfumeur, £78
Loewe Roasted Hazelnut Candle
Hazelnuts roasting on an open fire, and Loewe has encapsulated this warm nuttiness into one aesthetically pleasing candle. Smoky, deep and a little spicy, this is the candle to go for if you like some added oomph for your home scents and have no time for subtlety. Plus, it’s so chic that you’ll be thinking of what to do with the vessel before the wick burns out.
Malin + Goetz Dark Rum Candle
Expect rum to be sickly sweet? Think again. This features notes of the signature spirit, as well as ripe plum, crisp bergamot and smoky leather to give your senses a bit of a kick. This is the spirit of a dinner party in a candle; loud, warm and (just a little) boozy.
Vieve The Signature Candle
If you typically find autumnal candles too headache-inducing, Vieve has created a more subtle scent for the season. This cocktail of amber, santal and neroli is just enough to get your living room smelling fragrant and inviting, without overpowering your senses.
Neom Cosy Nights Scented Candle
Specially designed to promote some much-needed calmness, this nutmeg and frankincense-infused number is the ultimate candle to light in the countdown to Christmas. It also features smoky notes of blazing embers and firewood that have us craving curling up with a hot water bottle and rewatching a Nora Ephron classic.
Shop NEOM Cosy Nights Scented 1 Wick Candle at Space NK, £38
Beauty Pie Chocolat luxury scented candle
A hot chocolate is a must in autumn. Beauty Pie has whipped up the perfect candle for those craving a sweet treat as the temperatures drop. This scent cocktail of warm vanilla, rich milk chocolate and a spoonful of sugar is so convincing that, once lit, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a patisserie in Paris (well, almost).
Shop Beauty Pie Chocolat Luxury Scented Candle at Beauty Pie, £65
Byredo Summer Rain Scented Candle
Made to match your muted interiors, Byredo’s candles are a minimalist’s dream come true. The monochrome design is instantly recognisable, exuding an ultra-luxe, modern feel. This scent is delicate and comforting. It sees fig and ginger spike a vibrant green heart before mingling with soothing sandalwood.
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