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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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Rediscover DoubleTree
On December 19th, I was invited to the DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly as part of the Hilton’s campaign to rediscover Hilton hotels. Both me and the other half were welcomed for the night to stay in one of their beautiful rooms as well as being guests for both dinner and breakfast. THE ARRIVAL Whereas Hilton…
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Crème de la Mer: The Facial
Yesterday I was kindly invited to experience the luxury and wonder of a facial by Crème de la Mer. I’ve sporadically used Crème de la Mer products and never ceased to be amazed by their power and performance. It’s easy to accuse a brand such as Crème for resting on the laurels but their products…
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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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The Good Hour at LUSH Ltd Spa Leeds
I have been a lover of Lush from a very young age. I honestly believe that no-one does bath and body quite like they do – innovative, fun, creative and beautifully thought out. We’ve seen the company develop and grow over the last 5 years, becoming a real force to be reckoned with in all…
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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…
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Ormonde Jayne Ormonde Man
In the beginning… You may or may not have heard of Ormonde Jayne, an unbelievable fragrance house founded by the once road-side flower seller, Linda Pilkington. From running a boutique hotel, soya-bean farm and and chain of ice-cream parlours, Linda travelled the continents, gaining inspiration from the many cultures and societies she encountered. On returning,…
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L’Occitane Candle For Sight
I’ve long since been a fan of L’Occitane’s beautiful candles, for both their amazing scents and great transportable tins. They’ve released a new addition to the line called ‘Candle for Sight’, raising money for the Royal National Institute of Blind People, which will go towards its Training Grade Scheme, providing professional training to partially sighted…