Home Fragrance Reviews
Home fragrance is a subtle but effective way to enhance the atmosphere of your living space. It’s about finding a scent that complements your home without overpowering it. Options like scented candles or reed diffusers can add a gentle touch of aroma to your rooms.
The key is in choosing the right fragrance. Light, fresh scents can make a space feel bright and clean, while warmer tones like vanilla or wood can create a cozy feeling. Seasonal scents can also add a nice touch throughout the year. It’s important to use these fragrances sparingly; a subtle hint of scent can make a significant impact. Experiment to discover what works best for your home, aiming for a balanced and pleasant atmosphere.
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Francis Kurkdjian Acqua Universalis Laundry Washing Liquid Darks
Never before in the industry have I ever encountered prestige washing liquid, but there is no other brand I would expect it from more than Maison Francis Kurkdjian. Acqua Universalis lives up to its name as it’s now a fragrance I can truly use anywhere. Not only is it delicious on my skin as a…
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Cloon Keen Atelier Neroli Candle
Cloon Keen Atelier, established in 2002 is Ireland’s premier fine perfumer. With a collection of incredible scents and home fragrance, this really shows quite how luxuriously prestige an artisan brand can be. “Their focus is on expressing a unique point of view through the use of unusual and rare ingredients, which are not commonly used…
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Cire Trudon Solis Rex Candle
It’s safe to say I’m now a pretty big fan of Cire Trudon. The scents are just intoxicating and their fragrance throw is something out of this world. Seriously, I can have one on in the kitchen and still catch a sniff in the upstairs’ en-suite. Solis Rex is my favourite so far and has…
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Fornasetti Profumi Mani Otto Candle
Barnaba Fornasetti has created a truly beautiful living piece featuring the timeless artwork of his father Piero Fornasetti and housing the beautiful fragrance, Otto, created by Olivier Polge. My love of home fragrance has brought me to some interesting places and this is truly something special. Even when the candle has finished, I will still…
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Cire Trudon Odalisque Candle
Often a slave given as a gift to the Turkish sultan, the Odalisque served as maid to the harem but if of exceptional beauty and talent, she would be trained as a possible concubine. A candle with a passionate and seductive aroma, orange blossom, lemon and orange oils weave in and out of a base…
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JO LOVES Lemongrass, Amber & Tiare Flower Candle
Following my interview with Jo Malone. published here last night, I had to share with you my new favourite home fragrance candle from the Jo Loves collection – Jo Loves Lemongrass, Amber, Tiare Flower, Layered Scented Candle. As it burns down through the 3 uniquely delicious fragrances that both contrast and compliment each other, you…
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When Thom Met Jo: An Interview with Jo Malone
As we sat drinking our tea and coffee, Jo shared with me how she’d come to the decision that it was finally time to sell Jo Malone London and how she was ready to move on, “I was at the opening of a Jo Malone London store at Madison Avenue in New York, and my heart just…
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Cire Trudon Marylebone
Whilst visiting London I was luck enough to meet up with the @PerfuMr himself, Jason Waterworth, the PR Director of United Perfumes who look after a whole armada of enchantingly luxurious fragrance brands. He showed me around the store of one of their brands, Cire Trudon, playing home to their fabulous candles and living fragrances.…
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Francis Kurkdjian Pour Le Soir Candle
Now you’ll probably know by know that I’m a bit of a candle fiend. Nothing chills me out more than a cozy evening, with something good on the TV, a glass of wine and the subtle, the flickering glow of a few candles lining the mantle piece, all oozing out delicious and relaxing aromas. You…
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Francis Kurkdjian Incense Papers
Such a beautiful thing from the House of Francis Kurkdjian. These incense papers are lightly and delicately laced with Francis’ stunning APOM, Lumière Noire and Aqua Universalis fragrances. If like myself, you’ve never heard of incense papers before now, you’re in for a treat. They burn in a very similar fashion, although much quicker, but…