You step out of work into the crisp autumn air, traipsing through piles of golden leaves. Car headlights are already on, guiding people through the earlier, darkening skies. Finally, you arrive home and light one of these beauties.
Instantly, the shift in seasons is embraced as the warm glow and comforting scents of spiced pumpkin perfection and oud wood fill the air, cocooning your home in a sense of nostalgia.
The following top autumn scented candles transform your space into a calm retreat, so get ready to wrap yourself in luxury autumn fragrance this season.
1
Aery Nordic Cedar
Brand: Aery
Price: £30
Scent notes: Bergamot, cinnamon, cedar, orange, patchouli
Size: 280g
Wax type: Soy/plant based
Oil type: Essential/perfume blend
Burn time: 50 hrs
If you love candles that brim with complexity and character, this creation from none other than Aery captures the divine essence that a great scented candle can evoke.
Sweet orange blends beautifully with the warmth of cedarwood, while pink pepper and bergamot add a vibrant touch.
Autumn vibes don’t always have to be dark and moody; sometimes, they can be uplifting, like the cool air and invigorating walks through red wood forests, reminding you how refreshing the change in season can truly feel.
What’s more, the white ceramic pot also adds a lovely contrast to the red and orange decor of autumn, creating an elegant touch to your home. I love that this has a lid too. Once the wax is left to pool for more than an hour, you will really be immersed in its glory.
2
Byredo Bibliothèque
Brand: Byredo
Price: £35
Scent notes: Cinnamon, leather vanilla and patchouli
Size: 70g
Wax type: vegetable and mineral blend
Oil type: Premium fragrance
Burn time: 14 hrs
You’re curled up with your favourite book, nestled in warmth and a soft ambience. Now imagine the glow of an autumn scented candle exuding the fragrance of an old library, with the rustic smell of vintage pages, the smokiness of leather bound texts and the comforting sweetness of solitude.
If you’re a book lover and for you, autumn is a great excuse for some introspection, or perhaps muting that chat on your phone for…..I don’t know, forever! ( I won’t judge), perhaps Bibliotheque is what your home is yearning for. For you shall be enveloped in the glory of literature, my page turning friend.
Bibliotheque has also been featured in the ‘luxury candle’ post and I will passionately mention it again because if ever it were to make an appearance, it would be now during the change of season. I adore it!
3
Jo Malone Whisky and Cedarwood
Brand: Jo Malone
Price: £70
Scent notes: Fine whisky, spices and cedarwood
Size: 200g
Wax type: Mineral soy blend
Oil type: Premium fragrance
Burn time: 45 hrs
There’s something special about lighting this intoxicating fragrance (whether you’re partial to a bit of whisky or not), due to the sentiment of burning it after hours, to really capture the magic of the night.
The fine whisky fragrance is noticeable but not too peaty, with the rustic edge of the wood seeping through for that instant, decadent feel.
Or perhaps to me, it feels familiar because I come from a long line of whisky drinkers! Nevertheless, the refinement and warmth this fragrance exudes is perfect for those relaxing autumnal nights.
4
Pumpkin Chai La Jolie Muse
Brand: La Jolie Muse
Price: £18.95
Scent notes: Vanilla, cardamom, nutmeg, pumpkin
Size: 230g
Wax type: Soy
Oil type: Perfume extracted from flowers and plants
Burn time: 55 hrs
I’m going to admit, I’m not a chai drinker. And pumpkin itself isn’t on my shopping list (butternut, yes!). So why on earth do you see me testing out a ‘pumpkin chai’ candle on my bookshelf?
Well, as it is perfectly acceptable to curl up with the flicker of a delicious candle at this time of year, I wanted to test it out for the pumpkin chai lovers out there. And because I’m a big fan of La Jolie Muse.
I suspected, this had to be an elegant blend. Not too sweet or spiced. Surely, it would be comforting and creamy, without being cloying. And it’d probably give my home that cosy, subtle, autumnal vibe that’s so welcoming when relaxing under a blanket or catching up with a loved one.
And it turned out, I was right.
It certainly has that hint of chai spice but with the subtle sweetness of vanilla, it’s a blissful blend that helps you drift into snug vibes, effortlessly.
So, if this sounds tempting, this one’s for you! Immerse yourself in that iconic pumpkin chai warmth this autumn.
5
Le labo Figue 15
Brand: Le Labo
Price: £68
Scent notes: Fig, blackcurrant
Size: 245g
Wax type: Soy
Oil type: Premium fragrance oil
Burn time: Up to 60 hrs
What a deliciously cosy feel to your surroundings with this beautiful take on Fig! If you love the comforting aroma of a rich blend of fruit with substance, you may want the Le Labo Figue to add character to your home as the sunlight peeps through the red and orange glow of autumn.
6
Loewe Roasted Hazelnut
Brand: Loewe
Price: £88
Scent notes: Woody and brown sugar
Size: 170g
Wax type: Vegetable wax
Oil type: Distilled from raw essence of plants
Burn time: 30 hrs
Whilst the nights close in and the trees shed gold, nothing will do but the comforting, familiar, mouthwatering aroma of caramelised sugar wafting through your home. And the Loewe roasted hazelnut candle will live up to this desire with the refined balance of spiced and woody notes.
Not at all too sweet or pungent, the fragrance is smooth and utterly delicious, evocative of the real thing.
7
Sandalwood Home Supply
Brand: Home supply
Price: £17.99
Scent notes: Sandalwood, oud, saffron
Size: 280g
Wax type: Soy
Oil type: Essential oils
Burn time: 60 hrs
The quality of this candle blew me away, considering it’s from a small Amazon brand. Don’t let the name put you off. When you have the reflective, intricate scent of sandalwood and oud weaving through your home, not only will you feel transported to the Himalayas, but you’ll be so proud that you found such a strong, high end candle for less than £20.
Home supply used to only sell one blend but due to its huge popularity, we can now enjoy eight sophisticated, luxurious fragrances.
I had the oud version in my lounge last autumn and the minute it filled my room, I felt anchored in the present moment, wrapped in the power, comfort and warmth of home.
8
White Company Fireside
Brand: The White Company
Price: £22
Scent notes: Smoked woods, birch, amber
Size: 140g
Wax type: Soy and mineral blend
Oil type: Premium fragrance
Burn time: 33 hrs
If Autumn to you is the distinct smell of bonfire, or a log burner, then Fireside will not disappoint. There are many log fire scented candles out there and perhaps smell a tad stronger than this one.
But for me, White Company have got it spot on with the balance of smokiness with the warmth of amber. Not at all medicinal or overpowering, this depicts just what you’d imagine a warm night at home to be whilst relaxing by a crackling fire.
9
Trudon Gabriel
Brand: Trudon
Price: £40
Scent notes: Birchwood, cashmere wood, moss and musk
Size: 70g
Wax type: Refined mineral/vegetable
Oil type: Premium fragrance
Burn time: 18-20 hrs
OK. It’s the warm flicker of a candle season and you may as well treat your home to a bit of masterful refinement with the Trudon Gabriel. I was blown away with the sheer spicy warmth and nostalgia of this scent.
It’s undeniably homely, yet indulgent. You can’t help feel the abundance in the air, with notes of cashmere wood, chestnut and the autumnal patchouli, enhancing your surroundings.