Best scented candles for autumn and winter
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A perfectly picked scented candle can add just the right seasonal ambience to your home.
There’s nothing like the scent of the cosy season – think smoky fire embers, warming mulled spices, and even the smell of the woods after rain.
If you’ve yet to get the fires roaring or the autumnal treats baking in the oven, why not turn to a candle to fill your home with a comforting aroma instead?
We’ve chosen the of the best for the season, to suit any budget.
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We’ve scoured the market for the best candles in the shops and online for cosy season.
Pumpkin spice
It wouldn’t be the cosy season without a reference to autumn’s signature scent.
Pumpkin spice is everywhere from our lattes to our bath bombs – we’d say it’s essential to have a candle with the scent for this time of year.
Yankee Candle’s take on the scent is one of our favourites and definitely one for your treat list.
- Pumpkin Cinnamon Swirl candle, £29.99 from Yankee Candle – buy here
The sparkler
Autumn and winter are not complete without a bit of sparkle! Whether it’s the decorations, the party clothing that is only worn during the festive season, or the glitter that seems to get everywhere – sparkles are everything.
That’s why we’re obsessed with this Neroli, Lime & Bergamot light up candle from M&S.
It’s sparkly, smells divine and lights up beautifully to create a real cosy vibe.
- Neroli, Lime & Bergamot light up candle, £10 from M&S – buy here
Nostalgic Disney candle
What is cosy season without a bit of comfort and childhood nostalgia?
We love this Winnie the Pooh themed candle from the Disney Home x Sanderson collection at John Lewis.
It has notes of basil, black pepper and juniper and really envelopes the seasonal feel.
It comes in a beautiful honey pot shaped container with a gorgeous quote that will have you feeling inspired for the cosy season and into the year ahead.
Winter berries
We love a Christmas bauble, and this year you can get a decorative bauble and a candle all-in-one with this gorgeous new range from Asda.
Our favourite, winter berries, has notes of orange and mandarin combined with warming cinnamon and clove, and a top note of red berries, vanilla and patchouli.
The result is a delicious winter smell enveloped in a gorgeous festive decoration. We’ll definitely be investing!
- Red winter berries large bauble candle, £9 from Asda – buy here
Portable Christmas tree
The smell of a real tree at Christmas is unlike anything else.
It’s pure and delicious, and for the duration of the season is one of the best scents you can come across.
Whether you’re having a real tree or not this year, you can enjoy the beautiful scent in your home with this luxury scented autumn winter candle from Space NK.
With notes of fir balsam and amber, it’s ideal if you have a smaller home or apartment as means you can experience the real tree vibe without needing one in your home!
- Portable Christmas tree, £60 from Space NK – buy here
Dose of gingerbread
If you’re a fan of sweeter autumn winter candle scents, gingerbread is definitely the way to go.
Adding nostalgia and the smell of baking to your home, they’re ideal for this time of year.
This gorgeous scented candle duo would also make a lovely gift for someone as they come packaged in a beautiful gingerbread house design.
- Gingerbread cork lidded candles, £10 from PrezzyBox – buy here
Noel candle tin
Bring an instant festive feel to your home with this aroma of cinnamon, orange, nutmeg and vanilla. The beautiful Noel tin is stunning and brings real seasonal vibes.
They make beautiful gifts as well as additions to your festive décor with the stunning exterior design.
- Noel Candle tin, £24 from Ambustum – buy here
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