Snip the wick and watch the fire flicker — these candles with a fragrance of fall have caught our fancy
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Some of our favourite scents are derived from the autumn season; a light mist of rain, the earthy whiff of leaves on the ground, and the scent of smoke from an open fire. There's a mysterious, yet melancholic, quality to the autumnal aroma, a redolence we want to recreate in our homes. So while we tuck away indoors, we find ourselves craving the perfume-filled flicker of a scented candle.
Light the wick and swathe yourself in the scents of the new seasons; here, Vogue Scandinavia has gathered the scented candles to embrace the fragrance of fall:
The scent of old paper and dust in the air, libraries have an unequivocal aura of mystery about them that embodies all of our autumnal expectations. Here, Byredo has recreated the velvety quality through a touch of peach, plum, and vanilla. The omnipresent patchouli runs like a backbone through the composition in their black wax 'Bibliotheque' candle.
Made from organic soy wax, the smokey scent of the Tabac candle teeters on the masculine side of things. The deep aroma anchors itself in tobacco — only this sensory creation bears little resemblance the smell of cigarettes and instead evokes the full-bodied character of the tobacco plant's leaves. Cedarwood and dry earth are the supporting cast in this ensemble.
Housed in a one-of-a-kind vessel made of blackened iron, this popular minty scent from Mad et Len is a more refreshing take on the season's redolence. While 'Spirituelle' isn't a transformative multi-layered scent, it is a magnificent and well crafted one-note beauty which evokes autumnal aromas with its smoke and wood base.
One of Malin+Goetz's best selling scents, the 'Leather' candle blends bottom notes of soft and worn leather, sensual sandalwood and sueded amber with muted middle florals and fresh top notes. It's distinctive, warm, and intimate in its artisanal aroma — evocative of antique furniture and vintage leather jackets.
Le Labo describes their scent as "cedar, birchwood, gaïac and musky undertones for the darkest, smokiest, and dirtiest of them all." We can't help but agree — this home scent suggests year-round winters and endless romance in perfect resonance with all of our redolent needs.
When it comes to mastery of the senses, Jo Malone knows how to create the most covetable scents. In a pleasant blend of unexpected notes, this candle — muted and minimalistic in its design — will envelop the room in amber and black orchid, while cardamon, ginger and water lily trail behind.
Each meticulously crafted porcelain vessel reflects the artistic origins of Diptyque, founded on Boulevard Saint-Germain in Paris by a painter, a theater director, and an interior designer. The candles, infused with the trio's creative spirit, particularly this 'Baies' black candle topped with three wicks, exude a fragrance of roses intertwined with blackcurrant leaves, paying homage to the label's iconic perfume, 'L'Ombre dans L'Eau'.
With warming notes of cinnamon, black tea, and intense oudh, the only way to describe this Molton Brown candle is unequivocally decadent. Available in two sizes, featuring one or three wicks, this candle will bestow your home with an unashamedly indulgent glow.
Perfect for those on a budget who do not want to miss out on the perfect autumnal scent for their home. This H&M Home candle comes in a beautifully crafted glass container, the fronds of black emulating smoke. With up to 60 hours of burn time, your home will be enveloped in warming notes of patchouli, damascena rose, saffron, rum and black cherry.
With notes of fresh blueberry, smoky vetiver and warm pine, this Björk and Berries candle will transport you to the north of Sweden. More specifically, to Fäviken farm located in Jämtland (between the mountain Åreskutan and the deep, cold lake Kallsjön) and the gardens and deep forests that surround it.
Building on the unexpected blend of rose and ambergris, Dior's idea was to create a sensual Rose by combining two of the most emblematic ingredients used by perfumers. "This accord was particularly important to me," the master perfumer behind the scent notes. "I worked on it for many years before successfully creating Ambre Nuit."
Autumn and winter can be a draining time of year, with shorter, colder days that inevitably affect our mood. That's why it's worth investing in a candle to lift your spirits. The Ritual of Mehr collection from Rituals blends sweet orange, cedar wood, and warming spices, creating a vibrant, comforting scent that instantly brightens the room—and your day.