SPRING CANDLES FOR 2019

Hello everyone! I don't know about you but i am so over winter now and i am ready for the spring/summer months now, especially as over the last few days we have had some lovely sunshine in the UK. Something we tend to switch up as well as our wardrobe for the new upcoming season is our candle scents, which personally i love spring/summer scents more than winter scents. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share my favourite scents for spring/summer 2019...

1. next spa retreat candle | click to shop |

First up we have this spa retreat scented candle by Next, which i must say they have so many different scents available at the moment and the majority of them are under £10. I love calming scented candles in the spring/summer, especially if they have those beach-y notes to them in the form cedarwood. I also love all of the packaging of the Next candles, as they are simple yet they all have that luxury look to them.

2. skandinavisk OY scented candle | click to shop |

As well as their own brand candles, Next also stock a wide range of branded candles and this candle really caught my eye. OY is apparently Norwegian for Island, which is a perfect name as the scent of this candle is also giving me those very beach/ocean vibes. I love also how neutral/sleek the packaging of their candles are, even if they aren't the cheapest at £29 but you are getting a 45+ hour burn time sized jar.

3. primark sea salt mist candle | click to shop |

Sticking with the spring beach vibes, this time though a absolute bargain of a candle costing just £2 for a 55 hour burn pillar. Primark stores are always fully stocked with a wide range of scents, pillar candles, jars and tea lights. This particular candle also comes in another spring appropriate peony, perfect for anyone who loves a floral scent.

4. yankee candle seaside woods candle | click to shop |
Of course a candle post wouldn't be complete without something from my favourite candle brand, yes you got it Yankee Candle and they have some great new releases for Spring. Starting things off with this new seaside woods scented candle, which is that perfect spring cosy evening time scent because of its fresh, yet slightly fruity and floral notes.

5. yankee candle market blossoms candle | click to shop |
Another new-in by Yankee Candle is this market blossoms candle, which is in fact only a limited edition item so if you are into those fresh yet still floral and slightly sweet scents then i would pick one of these up sooner rather than later. I love the combination of all the notes in this candle, as it is the best of both worlds.

6. the white company seychelles candle | click to shop |
Finally and probably saving one of my favourite more luxury candle/scents until last and one that i will love the scent of all year round, not just for spring. This particular scent is the perfect mix between fresh and sweet, as it has the freshness from the bergamot and the sweetness comes from the coconut, vanilla and almond. If you are ever looking to splurge of a more high-end candle, i would definitely recommend The White Company or Neom.

Catch up on my previous post: here

xo.

WINTER SCENTS: THE CHRISTMAS CANDLE EDIT

Hello everyone and Happy December! First of all, how is it December already? The months since summer, have just some how flown by! That being said here we are just a couple of days into the final month of the year, as well as on the countdown to Christmas. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share with you some of my favourite Christmas candles this winter season, that might help you get into the Christmas spirit...

1. bath & body works spiced gingerbread swirl | click to buy |

First up we have such a classic scent when it comes to Christmas, which is of course Gingerbread. I feel like Gingerbread is a love or loath scent but i personally love that balance of both sweet and spice combined. If you are from the UK and you think you can't get your hands on Bath & Body Works candles, think again as you can simply pick them up on eBay new and the pricing is around the same as a Yankee Candle would. I also absolutely love the designs on their Christmas products this year and they would make for the perfect gift, for a friend, loved one or simply yourself.

2. yankee candle all is bright | click to buy |

Next up is a favourite of mine from then new-in Christmas candles last year by Yankee Candle. For me when it comes to candles in winter you really want a scent that is fresh yet gives off that cosy and warm feel to the room, which that does just that. All Is Bright has that perfect mixture of fresh citrus-y notes and warm musk.

3. yankee candle winter wonder | click to buy |

Bringing things back to new-in for this Christmas by Yankee Candle (which fyi i think they have some really great scents this time around), especially with this beautiful Winter Wonder candle. Winter Wonder is similar in a way to All Is Bright has it has a balance of fruity citrus notes with the lemon/champagne and then also the warmth of vanilla musk and then you also get the subtle hint of fresh silver balsam.

4. yankee candle winter glow | click to buy |

Over the past few years this scent has been another Christmas/Winter favourite of mine, as you could say again that this is similar to All Is Bright but this candle has more of a cooling freshness to it rather than the warmth of vanilla notes. This candle all round is very fresh, cooling with that subtle hint of warmth from the amber undertones.

5. neom christmas wish candle | click to buy |

Neom candles are definitely more on the luxury side of things when it comes to candles but if you are looking to pick up more of a "luxury" style candle, then i highly recommend Neom. Neom candles always have that perfect spa-like feel to them that instantly fills a room, whether lit or not. This years Christmas Wish candle is packed full of essential oils all fruity, fresh and warming. 

6. m&s frankincense and myrrh candles | click to buy |

When it comes to high-street finds for me personally it is a toss up between H&M and M&S, that being said i am slightly disappointed with H&M's Christmas candles this year. That being said M&S are stocking a range of different shape/sized candles in their classic Frankincense and Myrrh scent, which i love as it is fresh, warming, very traditional and the packaging is always great to re-use for something else afterwards.

7. yankee candle christmas magic | click to buy |

Next up we have another new-in this season to Yankee Candle and probably not something i would usually opt for visually, as the packaging is red and i am more of a neutral/gold toned fan. That being said Christmas Magic smells like real Christmas Tree as it is infused with fir balsam, pine needle sap and cedarwood birch.

8. yankee candle frosty gingerbread | click to buy |

Ok this is the last Yankee Candle scent for this post, i promise. That being said Frosty Gingerbread is yet another new-in scent from the brand this year and is literally a sweet/baking scented candle lovers dream in a jar. Frosty Gingerbread obviously has that gingerbread scent to it but it also has more of a sweetness to it with the vanilla added in, to allow your room to smell like a fresh batch of homemade Christmas desserts.

9. bath & body works twisted peppermint | click to buy |

Finally we have a candle that really minds me of Candy Cane Lane by Yankee Candle, as it has that beautiful minty/sweet scent that smells just like candy canes do. Just like the Spiced Gingerbread Swirl candle, this would make the perfect gift as the packaging is simply beautiful and can also be picked up on eBay. Bath and Body Works also stock different products with the same scents, from body lotions to hand gels and shower gels, which is great if you wanted to pick up a scent for someone who isn't necessarily a candle lover. 

Catch up on my previous post: here 

xo.

THINGS TO DO TO FEEL AUTUMNAL

Hello everyone! For today's post i am back with another autumnal inspired post, more specifically to help anyone who is yet to get into that autumnal spirit. I am such a summer kind of girl, but i am also a sucker for this time of year and anything/everything autumn inspired from the scents to food/drinks and decor. With that in mind here is thirty things to do to help you feel autumnal this October...

1. light/buy your favourite autumn scented candles

Catch up on my the best budget autumn candles post: here

2. dig out your favourite cosy jumpers/knitwear or treat yourself to something new

3. switch out your summer nude lipstick for a warm brown nude

4. go for a walk in the park or a forest through crisp autumn leaves

5. switch your instagram theme from summer to autumn/winter photographs

6. do some halloween/autumnal diy

7. give yourself a manicure, painting your nails in a deep red/plum shade

8. pick up a pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks

Not everyone loves PSL but you never know until you try it, i personally love them

9. make pumpkin/butternut squash soup

10. create a seasonal display on your fireplace

11. invest in a pair of thick cosy soaks, primark have some amazing pairs

12. diy or buy an autumnal flower/leaves wreath

13. donate some food/tins to your local church for harvest festival

14. switch out your regular tea for chai tea

15. make roasted veggies as a side dish for your dinner

16. shop around for a new winter coat or jacket

17. buy some halloween themed sweeties or food for guests/yourself

18. buy a pumpkin/pumpkins

19. carve one of the pumpkins you bought

20. watch some of your favourite autumnal/halloween movies

21. look out for the sunrise at this time of year, they are simply beautiful

22. go to an Oktoberfest event

23. visit an around the world market local to you

24. take a weekend away somewhere

25. bake some halloween treats or pumpkin bread

26. take a trip to a country estate or village in the countryside

27. add cinnamon to your regular porridge oats to make it seasonal

28. dig out a berry/vamp-y lip colour from time to time

29. go out for a Sunday roast to your favourite village pub

30. celebrate halloween

Catch up on my previous post: here

xo.

THE BEST BUDGET AUTUMN CANDLES

Hello everyone! If you have read a lot of my posts previously or know me personally, then you will know that i am such a sucker for a good candle and i love so many different scents for each different season. Now that we are fast headed into autumn/fall, it is all about those cosy/warming scents and you can get your hands on a bunch of autumn appropriate candles without breaking the bank. So for today's post i thought why not share with you all some of the best budget candles, that you can pick up for this autumn...

1. yankee candle warm cashmere | £17.99 |

This candle was a new release last autumn from Yankee Candle and it became one of my favourites instantly, so i am glad that it is back for another year. Yankee Candles are one of the candles worth spending that little bit more on but you still won't break the bank, they burn even and are guaranteed to fill the room with a beautiful scent. Warm cashmere is perfect for a cosy evening in as it has those beautiful calming notes of cashmere woods, sandalwood and golden amber. The fragrance is the perfect balance of warm, sweet and yet still fresh. Warm cashmere is currently the candle of the month, so take advantage of the 25% off.

2. glade nutcracker delight | £4 |

I have never really been a huge fan of the Glade candle scents but i always tend to love the room sprays, that was until i smelt this limited edition Nutcracker candle. This is another one of those cosy scents this time filled with more sweet notes, especially from the maple and praline. This scent could be one of those candles that would be perfect from autumn right until the Christmas period. If fruity fresh scents are more your thing, over anything sweet then this candle also comes in a Sugarplum Fantasies scent which is fruity and floral.

3. yankee candle autumn pearl | from £1.79 |

The good thing about Yankee Candle is you can try out any new scent without having to make the plunge and buy a larger jar, as they come in many different forms from wax melts, to votives and then the small, medium and large jars. Autumn pearl is a new scent this year from Yankee Candle and it is filled with fresh yet sweet notes like vanilla, creamy orchid, plum and spun sugar. 

4. sainsbury's home black amber + patchouli candle | £8.66 |

Sainsbury's is seriously underrated for their homeware, as they always have so stunning pieces that are an amazing quality for a great price. This candle has that really luxurious feel to it from its packaging to its beautiful warming black amber scent, which when lit gives off the most sophisticated almost sexy scent. Sainsbury's currently have a 1/3 off selected items, this candle includes as it was £13 for a large jar and it is now just £8.66.

5. h&m home no4 sandalwood scented candle | £12.99 |

H&M is literally my favourite place to buy homeware and i always have my eye on something new from them, especially when it comes to their candles. As you can probably tell from the theme one of my favourite cosy autumnal scents is sandalwood or amber, as they really give off that warm/cosy vibe to a room. This particular candle is also available in a cinnamon scent and a fig scent, two other scents perfect for the time of year. The packaging on these candles are also super luxurious and are perfect jars for reusing.    

6. yankee candle radiant autumn | £13 |

Finally we have another new scent from Yankee Candle but this time from their Home Inspiration range which you can pick up at pretty much every supermarket, especially Asda and Tesco. The great thing about this range is they have different scents available and are a lot more affordable, as a large jar is just £13 where as a regular original candle from the brand is £23.99. The scent Radiant Autumn is the perfect balance of sweet but also with a hint of fresh/crisp notes, which to me screams autumn as it is all about that balance with the cosy feel of indoors but the crisp cool air of the outdoors. 

Looking for something to watch on TV this autumn whilst getting cosy? Then catch up on my recent "what to watch on tv this autumn" post: here

xo.  

HOW-TO | FIFTEEN WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR HOME FOR EACH SEASON

Hello everyone and Happy Monday! So i recently shared a "how-to" post, on how to update your wardrobe for summer on a budget (which you can catch here) and keeping that in mind i wanted to share a different "how-to" post but this time focusing it on home improvement/decor. There are so many different yet easy and affordable ways that you can switch up your home, according to the season and i want to share with you some of my personal favourite tips on how to do just that...

1. switch out your cushion covers

Simply switching out your cushion covers either on your bed, chair or sofa is a simple way to make a huge change to a room. Buying cushion covers is easier than a whole new cushion, as just the covers don't take up much room at all in storage. (h&m home have some great options).

2. seasonal scents

Changing your home for a new season is much more than changing the way a room looks, it is about how a room smells too. Switch out your candles, diffuses and plug-ins, replacing them with your favourite season appropriate fragrances.

3. change your bedding/bed accessories 

A simple way of switching your bedroom up for a different season, is by changing your bedding to a pattern/style perfect for the current season. If you have a plain (un-patterned) bedding, you can also simply switch up your beds accessories, such as cushions and bed throw/runner.

4. fairy lights

Fairy lights are an instant cosy room fixer for pretty much any season, but you can display them in different ways according to the time of year.

5. ditch food packaging for personalised jars

Don't you just hate the way opened packets and boxes look in your cupboards? Ditch the packaging and place food items in a clear jar, which you can personalise either just with the title of the product or with a seasonal design.

6. seasonal flowers/plants

Another quick yet effective seasonal room changer is to add some season appropriate flowers or plants to a room, whether that be as a dining room centrepiece or kitchen island feature. 

7. change your decorative items to match the current season

Different seasons call for different decorative items, like a beach theme for summer, harvest for autumn and winter wonderland for winter. This can also apply to number 2, with switching up the seasonal scents.

8. room switch around

If buying new pieces isn't in your budget yet you want to make a change to your home/selected rooms, simply have a room switch around. This could be as simple as moving a rug, a piece of furniture or even move your decorative items to a different room. 

9. change your photos/quotes in your frames

If you have prints/photos/quotes placed around your home, an easy way to change the way your room looks is to switch up the image inside of the frame. If you have quotes, change them to a season appropriate quote.

   

10. add different coloured metals/schemes

By adding different coloured metals like gold, silver or copper and a season appropriate colour scheme that compliments either one of the metals.

11. DIY paint/re-cover furniture pieces

Bored of the same furniture but you don't want to rid yourself of it? Simply give it a DIY makeover, either by simply painting/spraying a piece of furniture or re-covering a chair, cushion or even your headboard.

12. Switch out original door/drawer handles for decorative ones

Another simple furniture DIY you can do to upgrade an item is to switch out the original door/drawer handles to a more decorative ones. This is super simple to do and in the end you are left with a very different looking piece of furniture yet you haven't broke the bank.

13. mix textures for a cosy vibe

Mixing different materials/pieces with different textures is going to instantly make a room look/feel more inviting and cosy. A great example for this is mixing faux fur/shaggy cushions, with a suede or velvet finish cushion.

14. switch up the colour or your towels

Just like the cushions, if you have a neutral bathroom for example by simply switching up the colour of your towels/bath mat according to a season. This is simple yet effective, especially if you don't have the time to re-decorate.

15. make temporary changes to your walls

If you want a huge room change but don't want to make a full commitment to adding a more bold wallpaper to a room, simply by using temporary wallpaper or wall tile stickers. This way if you get tired of it within a few months, you haven't got to go through the effort of completely stripping/re-decorating.

Catch up on a suggested post HERE...

xo.

MUST-TRY CANDLES | SPRING/SUMMER EDITION

Hello everyone! So if you have a huge obsession with candles as i do, then you will know it is a serious business and you have to (need to ha ha) switch up your candles according to the current season. With that in mind now that we are well into spring, i thought i would share with you some of my must-try candles for spring/summer...

1. yankee candle coconut splash candle

So when Spring/Summer comes around i literally go crazy on anything and everything coconut scented, well i always opt for coconut body lotion but i am talking, shampoo, shower gel and now candles especially as Yankee Candle now have a coconut scented candle. The notes in this candle are super fresh smelling, with coconut, vanilla, as well as sandalwood and other tropical fruity scents. This candle is going to give you instant tropical beach holiday vibes! 

2. bath & body works mineral springs 3-wick candle jar

Who doesn't love a good big hefty 3-wick candle where the scent packs a punch, especially when it fills your room with a fresh and soothing, slightly floral with a hint of fruity lime scent? Also how amazing is the packaging on Bath & Body Works candles, they are also perfect for re-using afterwards for storing makeup or bits and bobs.

3. h&m home white tropical paradise candle jar

H&M is always a great place to shop for homeware, especially for different/unique looking candles and candle jars. This candle screams summer vibes from its paradise title, tropical scent and tropical jar design with could also be used afterwards. H&M candles are also super in-expensive, burn well and always throw a good scent.

4. primark madagascan vanilla frosted kilner jar candle

Another place to pick up super in-expensive candles in a variety of different scents is Primark, in fact you can pick up a candle jar for as little as 80p. A favourite of mine is madagascan vanilla, as it is one of those all year round evening scents because it has the perfect mix of warm, fresh and sweet notes. This particular kilner style jar can be picked up in several different sizes and this large jar is a bargain, at only £5.

5. yankee candle summer peach candle

Another Yankee Candle scent and another favourite scent of mine for spring/summer is anything peach flavoured or scented. What i love about this particular candle is how warm the notes are in the candle, as well as the obvious scent of peach. If you couldn't tell by now i am a complete Yankee Candle fan, as they burn evenly, throw a good scent off and come in every possible scent you could think of.

6. neom organics real luxury intensive skin treatment candle

Finally we have a candle which actually has a multi-purpose function to it, as the candle doubles up as a skin oil treatment. The trick of this spa-like scented candle is to burn for 30 minutes filling your room with the relaxing notes of almond oil and cocoa butter, before leaving to cool for 2 minutes before drizzling on your body for hydration. Relaxing right? Neom candles also make the perfect gift for someone, when you are either stuck on what to get them or if you already know they are a candle fan.

Catch up on my previous post HERE...

xo.

2017 MOST READ POSTS

Hello everyone! So seeing as Christmas is over and it is also almost time to say goodbye to 2017, i thought i would do a part two to a post i first shared in the middle of the year in the form of a mid-2017 most read posts. I thought this style of post is a great way to share the most read posts from the year, that you might not have seen first time around. Whilst on the subject of saying goodbye to 2017, make sure you stay tuned for my 2017 beauty favourites coming up in my next post.

finally trying liquid lipsticks from anastasia beverly hills (friday 4th june)

So seeing as part one to my 2017 most read posts finished up in May, i thought i would pick things up from June starting with my first impression/review on finally trying some liquid lipsticks from Anastasia Beverly Hills (which i explained why in the post), still now six+ months on i still reach for the shade naked on a regular basis.

my handbag essentials (monday 17th july)

This particular post is a spin on one of my favourite types of post/video to watch and read, which is "what's in my bag" but this time i shared my handbag essentials. These essentials are everything that i tend to carry in my bag at all times, because you never know when you might need something from your keys, phone/headphones to hand sanitizer to disinfect your hands whilst out and about.

binge worthy tv shows (wednesday 30th august)

Who doesn't love a good tv show or a good tv show binge watching session? Back in August i first shared some of my favourite shows that i had recently binge watched myself, which i tend to do an updated version of sometime soon as it proved to be a really popular style of post. This post i filled of different genres of tv shows from reality to drama/period dramas and comedies. 

autumn candles: the best scents (friday 22nd september)

As i mentioned in this first part of 2017 most read posts, i had really been trying to incorporate a lot more lifestyle related posts and one of the most popular types have been one of my personal favourites too, which is talking all things candles. I think if i had to choose one particular seasonal scented candles it would hands down have to be autumnal scents, because of how warm/cosy they smell.

things to do this autumn (wednesday 18th october)

Sticking with the whole autumnal themed posts and another favourite/popular one from towards the end of October/the beginning of Autumn, which was a list of things to do this autumn. I also did a follow up post to this post, which also seemed to be popular and that was a things to do this december themed post.

what i ate in a day (friday 24th november)

Finally we have a post from late last month and a type of post i had not done for a while until around September, even though it is a type of post that has always seemed to be popular read on my blog. If you don't understand the concept of a "what i ate in a day" type of post, it is basically a food diary of what you eat in one particular day from breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack. 

Catch up on my recent non-beauty favourites post HERE...

xo.

CHRISTMAS HOMEWARE PICKS FROM H&M + M&S HOME

Hello everyone! So this year i am a little late on sharing my "homeware picks", as i would usually share this post at the end of November but other things got in the way. That being said i did pick up a few pieces during Black Friday and i have to say there is so many great decorations/decorative items again this year available on the high street and online especially from H&M and also M&S. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share with you my Christmas homeware picks, i will also link some previous homeware/interior related posts at the end.

| H&M Porcelain Cup | £3.99 |

Available in both black + white, great alternative to a traditional mug/glass cup. 

| H&M Christmas-Print Cushion Cover | £6.99 |

Subtle joy print cushion, this looks festive without being too much or over the top.

| H&M 2-Pack Christmas Tree Baubles | £3.99 |

Such a bargain for only £3.99 for 2, they would look great inside the glass dome.

| H&M Jacquard-Weave Cushion Cover | £8.99 |

This cushion would look perfect styled alone side the joy print cushion.

| H&M Star Christmas Decorations | £6.99 |

Not the cheapest of decorations but it adds a touch of luxuriousness to the tree. 

| H&M 2-Pack Gold Christmas Decorations | £6.99 |

Same with this 2-pack of decorations, can you tell i love me some gold?

| H&M Glass Dome | £17.99 |

The glass dome that would look beautiful, styled with baubles or fairy lights inside.

| H&M Scented Candle In Glitter Glass Jar | £3.99 |

I mentioned this in a recent winter candles: the best scents blog post.

| M&S Small Ceramic House Tea Light Holder | £12.50 |

This would love beautiful all lit up when it is dark, i love how it is available in 2 sizes.

| M&S White Nutcracker | £25 |

If you know me then you know i love nutcrackers, especially when white + gold.

| M&S A-Z Gold Alphabet Mugs | £8 Each |

These mugs would look great at Christmas + also year round.

| M&S Frankincense & Myrrh Scented Candle | £12.50 |

I loved this scent of candle last year + this year it is available in so many ways.

| M&S Mandarin, Clove & Cinnamon Diffuser | £22.50 |

I love how this comes in smaller + larger sizes, also great to inject a slight red touch.

| M&S Baubles | From £4 (3 for 2 decorations) |

M&S have some beautiful baubles, made even better that they are on a 3for2 promo.

| M&S Textured Faux Fur Cream Cushion | £25 |

Another cushion that would look great for Christmas + all winter too.

Catch up on my recent Homeware related posts...

| my favourite ways to find interior/decor inspiration | black friday buys: boohoo, h&m home, beautybay etc + discount codes | winter candles: the best scents |

xo.

WINTER CANDLES: THE BEST SCENTS

Hello everyone! So back at the beginning of Autumn, i shared a post talk all about autumn candles: the best scents and seeing as we are now into Winter and the festive season is upon us, i thought it was time i did an updated version for the season. I am a complete candle addict (as i have mentioned on several occasions) and i have different favourite scents for every single different season.

1. yankee candle all is bright candle

So this candle just had to be first as it was my favourite candle last Christmas/Winter time and it was a new candle to the Yankee Candle range also. This candle has a slight citrus-y scent with musky notes, which when burning it adds a really warm and cosy feel to your home. 

2. yankee candle spiced white cocoa

I believe this is a new scent to this Christmas, if it isn't i haven't seen it until recently. When i was out shopping recently i gave this a smell and i fell in love, now it is definitely on my next to buy candle wishlist. The best way to describe how this smells is like a white chocolate hot chocolate from Starbucks with hints of spice nutmeg and sweet salted caramel, so the perfect balance of both sweet and spice.

3. bath and body works cinnamon caramel swirl

Sticking with the sweet and spice mixed scents, this eBay find of a bath and body works candle is simply beautiful and smells deliciously sweet like Christmas. If you are from the UK then ordering from Bath and Body Works can be a long process, save shipping time and take a look on eBay. Cinnamon Caramel Swirl smells just as it suggests on the jar, the perfect sweet dessert scented candle with a hint of spice with the cinnamon.

4. yankee candle winter glow

This candle is quite similar to the All Is Bright scent and was a favourite of mine a couple of years back now, the way that they are similar is with the freshness that both scents have rather than your typical sweet Christmas scents. Even though it suggests it would be more of a "cooling" scent, it has the opposite effect and gives your room a warming ambience. 

5. yankee candle snowflake cookie

Just in case you haven't noticed before, Yankee Candle scents are some of my favourites as they do such a wide range and Snowflake Cookie has been one of those favourites for so many years now. I love sweet scents at Christmas and this one is literally one of the perfect ones, as it smells like fresh baking without too much of a vanilla scent as i know vanilla isn't a scent for everyone.

6. yankee candle christmas cookie

Sticking with the baking/cookie candle scent theme, another favourite for when i want something with those vanilla-ry notes and that is Christmas Cookie. You might think, aren't Snowflake Cookie and Christmas Cookie the same? The answer to that is no, because what makes them different is the fact that one has that strong vanilla undertone and the other doesn't. Talking of baking scented candles, another favourite this year is a Gingerbread one i picked up from Home Bargains, by the brand wickford & co i believe.

7. neom organics london christmas wish candle

I actually mentioned this particular candle in a post a couple of months back now, which was a the best new-in beauty gift sets post and i mentioned in that post how perfect this particular candle would be for a gift for someone else or for yourself. I love the NEOM happiness candle but this Christmas Wish candle smells super cosy, as it has that Christmas warm spiced scent to it and the packaging is also beautiful.

8. h&m pine scented glass jar candle

Finally we have such a bargain candle that i am loving at the moment, as it not only smells like a forest full of real Christmas trees (which would be great to light if you have an artificial tree but want that Christmas tree scent) but it adds the perfect decorative touch to your room, with its gold glittery glass jar. This particular candle also comes in two other Christmas themed scents which are Black Fig and Rich Ginger, costing only £3.99 each.

Catch up on my favourite ways to find interior/decor inspo post HERE...

xo.

AUTUMN CANDLES: THE BEST SCENTS

Hello everyone! It is no secret that i am a complete candle addict and i have my favourite type of candle scents for each season, which i previously shared my favourite spring/summer candles. That being said now all of the Autumn/Halloween collections and scents are being placed on the shelves/online, i thought why not share with you a selection of the best scents for this time of year, from older to new-in scents.

1. yankee candle warm cashmere

This candle is a new launch for Yankee Candle this autumn and one that i am obsessed with the scent of as it is super calming with its sandalwood notes, cashmere woods and golden amber. What brings the warm vibe to the candles scent is the hints of cardamom, orange/spice.

2. kringle autumn winds candle

Kringle candles are a brand on one of my favourite candle site "Candles Direct", stocked with so many different autumn appropriate candles from the classic autumn winds with its spicy woody notes, cinnamon bark with its hint of coconut and vanilla, as well as frosted cranberry with its fruity tartness and a slight hint of sugary sweetness. As these jars are clear they come in handy, to re-use afterwards.

3. yankee candle pain au raisin

I have loved this particular candle scent from Yankee Candle for years now, as it is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy (what makes it perfect for autumn). This candle is a vanilla filled, with sweet almond, spicy cognac, cinnamon and all of these combined together gives the room appearance like it is filled with freshly baked "pain au raisin" hence the candle title.

4. yankee candle sugared pumpkin swirl

This particular candle is a U.S exclusive limited edition candle for this year and is perfect for those early autumnal months, along side Halloween. The candles scent is a perfect sweet treat with a slight hint of spice, nothing too major as its main features are definitely caramel/vanilla.  

5. bath and bodyworks pumpkin pecan waffles

Sticking with the pumpkin theme and another delicious-y sweet scented candle, with its hints of maple syrup, pumpkin spice and brown sugar. To me this candle smells like the most perfect autumnal breakfast on a lazy weekend morning, this candle will also throw out a scent with its three wick designed jar.

6. village candle amber woods

To me this candle is super similar in ways to the warm cashmere candle by Yankee Candle which i shared above, but the Village Candles are slightly cheaper in price and are a great dupe for the Yankee Candles packaging wise. Just like the warm cashmere this candle has notes of amber, as well as bergamot which i love as to me it has that "mens aftershave" feel to it.

7. yankee candle halloween candy corn

This scent of candle from Yankee Candle has been a halloween favourite of mine for years now, that being said i am unsure whether it is returning this year even though Candles Direct are stocking last years stock still. This scent smells exactly how it says it should smell, a perfect mix of sweet almost like freshly popped popcorn and halloween candy treats.

8. m&s golden amber

Finally we have another perfect autumnal scent featuring notes of amber, bergamot and patchouli giving the room that warm and rich feel to it. If you want a stronger scent from the candles scent, m&s also stock this particular candle in a three-wick version for under £10. I also love how sleek, yet classic and decorative the packaging of these candles are.

What are your favourite Autumn scented candles?

xo.

SUMMER CANDLE LUST LIST: CANDLES DIRECT

Hello everyone! So if you have read my posts for a while now or you know me personally, then you will already know what a candle addict i am. A couple of months ago i shared with you all my favourite spring time candles, which you can catch here if you missed it first time round. Now that we are moving into the more summer months, i have my eye on so many of the summer scents/limited edition candles on Candles Direct, which if you read my favourite places to shop online post you will know that it is the site where i get all of my Yankee Candles from. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share with you my summer candle lust list.

1. yankee candle riviera escape large jar
First up is actually a candle that i recently purchased, which i just had to mention because this smells incredible. It was one of those purchases where you take the plunge without even smelling it first, which i was so unsure about but i am so glad i did now because i am obsessed. The scent is a mixture of like beach home-like scent with a slight floral undertone to it and it is the perfect fresh summer fragrance.

2. yankee candle summer scoop large jar candle
Next up on my lust list is actually a summer candle that has been a favourite of mine for so many years, as it is a classic summer line candle. There is literally no other way to describe this candle other than that is smells like a fruity flavoured ice-cream, which is perfect to burn when you are in the mood for something sweet.

3. yankee candle lake sunset large jar candle
Another candle that i have actually just re-purchased before typing up this post ha, as i had one last summer and i really enjoyed burning it from start to finish. The scent of this candle is simply beautiful and fresh smelling with the perfect mix of musk, this candle to me is perfect for burning on summer evenings.

4. yankee candle delicious guava large candle jar
I believe this specific candle scent is new in for the summer, which has me super intrigued to smell as i really love any tropical scent, even though i am not a complete fan of pure fruit scented candles, i would sooner they have that sweet dessert notes incorporated through-out. But that being said as it is more of a tropical scent, i have a feeling i will love it.

5. village candle summer slices large candle jar
I have mentioned in a post before that i am actually yet to try the Village Candle candles, but this summer they have a couple of scents available that have left me lusting after them. Village Candles packaging/fragrances are super similar to Yankee Candle yet a couple of ££ cheaper. Like i mentioned before with the delicious guava candle i am not a complete fruity fragrance fan (except for tropical) and watermelon couldn't be more summer.  

6. yankee candle pink sands large jar candle

There is a funny background story to this specific candle, a couple of years ago we had one in the house and it accidentally got smashed, so we ended up taking it out of the jar and burning it on a candle tray. Obviously because the candle wasn't in a jar, the scent filled the whole house with this beautiful warm vanilla-y, fresh beach scent for so long which now whenever i smell this candle it makes me think of summer at home.

7. village candle frozen margarita large jar candle

Another candle from the brand Village Candle and another scent that screams summer to me, this time in the form of a citrus-y scent of lime and lemons and the best part tequila. This candle just reminds me of a summer vacation in a jar, sitting in the sun sipping a cocktail or two. I actually mentioned this specific candle scent in a tropical trend for summer post last month.

8. yankee candle honey lavender gelato

Finally another candle by Yankee Candle but this time one available on the actual site, as it is one of the USA limited edition exclusive fragrances. There is just something about this candle that really makes me want to pick one up, i think it is as it would be super calming smelling with the notes of lavender but also it has a sweetness to it with the honey and vanilla of the gelato.  

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FAVOURITE CANDLES: SPRING EDITION

Hello everyone! I am pretty much one of those "typical bloggers" or female in general that has an actual candle obsession, in fact sometimes i think i am too obsessed with candles and i have different favourite scents for each different season. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share with you some of my favourite spring appropriate scented candles, from older favourites to new-in favourites.

1. yankee candle sea air medium jar candle

So during the autumn/winter seasons i always opt for the sweet treat-like scents but during spring/summer time, i am all about the fresh/floral scents. This sea air candle from yankee candle is from their new coastal living range, i love how the sandalwood notes give off this really fresh yet still has that "day at the beach" vibe to it.

2. neom happiness candle jar

Another fresh scented candle this time from neom, which is a slightly more expensive but the scent these candles throw off are like nothing else. The essence of lemon and citrus gives the candle its all round clean/freshness, this scent of candle is a perfect one for burning during the evenings as it quite a calming aroma.

3. the white company seychelles signature candle

I first bought one of the seychelles candles from the white company at the beginning of the year, as i literally fell in love from the first sniff and it has quickly become probably my favourite candle of all time. This particular scent is the perfect mix between fresh and sweet, as it has the freshness from the bergamot and the sweetness from the coconut, vanilla and almond. If you are ever looking to splurge of a more high-end candle, i would definitely go with the white company. 

4. yankee candle happy spring large jar

So this particular candle is the newest candle in my collection, as i just picked a large jar up at the weekend whilst i was in the yankee candle store. To me this candle is spring/easter in a jar with its fresh scent of spring air and fresh bouquet of flowers, which has a really relaxing/homely vibe about it.

5. katie loxton home sweet home candle jar

In a previous post a couple of months back, i mentioned how i loved the heart of gold candle by katie loxton which is more of a winter appropriate candle as it has clove notes to it. Although another more spring appropriate scent is the home sweet home candle, as it has the perfect mix of sweet and fresh, from both vanilla and daisies. 

6. yankee candle peony small pillar candle

Finally we have yet another yankee candle scent but lets face it, who isn't a sucker for a yankee candle? Peony is one of my personal favourite flowers (along side tulips) especially during the spring/summer months, as they aren't too much of an over powering floral scent unlike fresh cut roses. Peony candle has the perfect mix of both sweet and fresh, which as you can probably tell is my favourite for this time of year.

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NON BEAUTY FAVOURITES

Hey guys, i hope you all had a great weekend whatever you got up to! Just recently there has been so many non beauty related things i have been loving and seeing as i haven't updated you all on them in a while, i thought it was about time that i did. A couple of the items do have a festive feel to them but it is that time of year and who doesn't love "christmassy" type things...

1. Christmas Socks.

A winter essential for me is Christmas themed socks, i am obsessed with these from Primark which is part of a 5 pack but this pair is my particular favourite. They are super warm without being too thick and they are so inexpensive which is always a bonus.

2. Hot Chocolate.

Another winter essential is a Hot Chocolate, i just can't seem to get enough. My favourite type of hot chocolate is actually from Starbucks (Soy Hot Chocolate with a shot of Peppermint) but when i am home and i am craving one, i like this particular one "Cadbury Wispa Gold" which you just add hot water to it and it is so amazing!

3. Movies.

If you have been reading my posts for a while you will know by now that i am a huge tv show/movie lover and when it comes to movies i love a good romantic comedy. I wanted to watch this film "The Other Woman" for the longest time since it was out in the cinema but never got round to it. My sister bought it when it was released on dvd and honestly it is the funniest romantic comedy i have seen in so long, all i am saying is two things a) check it out and b) never mess with a woman haha!

4. Notebooks.

I bought these two cute notebooks last week as all of my others were full and i also wanted to get a new one to write down all of my ideas for Blogmas. These particular ones are from Wilkos and was only £1 each, a bargain or what? Also my favourite out of the two is the one with the cute little dog on it, i believe the range is called "Beau Chic" in their stationary section.

5. Christmas Candles.

Last week whilst in Asda i picked up some of the Simply Home range candles from Yankee Candle. I am a hug Yankee Candle fan and noticed this range was slightly less expensive than the classic range and they had so many different scents to choose from. This is the Christmas Treats fragrance and it literally smells like Christmas Cookies/Baking - So good!

What non beauty items are you loving at the moment?

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