That’s something about wintery scents that can be so evocative, but Autumnal fragrance doesn’t have to mean ‘cinnamon’, ‘pumpkin’ and the ‘new leather of school shoes’. How about ‘hinoki’, ‘amber’ and ‘horse chestnut trees’, instead? We’ve rounded up the latest in fall fragrance for body and home that will have you longing for the fireside before the leaves even start to drop.
For you…
An intensely seductive scent, full of depth, nutty sweetness and exquisite florals.T he enchantment of Paris on a Spring morning, bewitching the wearer with the suns first rays on horse chestnut trees, which filter through to the garden pathways of white blossoms.
Available from www.millerharris.com
An uplifting green scent. Citrus notes sparkle with cardamom, tranquil magnolia and mate tea, evolving with woody notes of cedarwood and moss.
Available from www.millerharris.com
Jo Malone Hinoki & Cedarwood Cologne; £160
Deep in the Japanese wilderness, the grounding presence of the hinoki tree is experienced through the ritual of forest bathing. Follow an immersive fusion of clean aromatic notes and woody intensity with a powerful trail of elegant cedarwood and hinoki. Intensely fresh and distinctive.
Available from www.jomalone.co.uk
For the home…
Rituals White Basil Scented Candle, £40.90
Transporting the senses to an early morning in a country garden with sparkling dew settling on the grass, this fragrance opens with a green herbaceous blast of tomato leaf. This top note mixes with the delicate floral accords of basil juice and summery fruits to create an uplifting, elegant style of unrivalled freshness. Finally, earthier secondary and base notes help tone down the primary scent’s tartness and lend the elegant composition velvety depth and longevity.
Available from www.rituals.com
Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Aroma Reeds 150ml, £48.00
Elevate your interiors with the invigorating essence of the British coastline. Bring the bracing scent of a sea breeze into your home with our award-winning fresh fragrance; these sophisticated Aroma Reeds effortlessly diffuse a wave of salted cypress, cool, spicy cardamom and marine notes. Molton Brown has created a scent that is as captivating as the landscapes that inspired it.
A salt-sprayed collision of the ocean swell against rugged outcrops. The shore air fresh with crisp fig leaves mingled with unexpected, punchy cardamom, joyful bergamot and marine notes. Bracing cypress, cedarwood and musks bring natural, earthy appeal. Explore on the edge; awash your senses with a sea-soaked quest.
Available from www.moltonbrown.com
Molton Brown’s Re-Charge Black Pepper Signature Candle, £42.00
Infuse your space with the invigorating warmth of Molton Brown’s iconic Re-Charge Black Pepper fragrance. Subtle woods fuse with fresh citrus in this all-seasons scented candle. Ideal for a grounding moment, our iconic scent rejuvenates the senses with Madagascan black pepper, herby coriander and earthy vetiver.
Available from www.moltonbrown.co.uk
Neal’s Yard Baby Pillow Mist; £15
A paediatrician-approved pillow mist, proven to soothe and calm little ones. A better sleep for baby; a better sleep for you. This paediatrician-approved blend of lavender, chamomile and vetiver organic essential oils is proven to help soothe and calm your baby at bedtime. Whether sprayed onto bedding, a teddy or a blanket, the soothing scent helps to create a sense of comfort and security while at home or out in the world.A paediatrician-approved pillow mist, proven to soothe and calm little ones.
Available from www.nealsyardremedies.com
Cashmere and Black Amber Candle from Clean Living; £39.99
This luxury, 20cl Amber Glass Candle with Cashmere & Black Amber Fragrance provides the perfect ambience for any home. It’s formulated with the highest quality ingredients to help support a healthy atmosphere. With its inviting aroma and elegant design, this candle is the perfect way to add a touch of sophistication to your home.
