If you are looking
to boost the scent or style of your home, look no further: Candles are your
all-in-one answer.
Universally
loved for their ambiance-enhancing properties,
candles are the best accessory
to complement the style of your interiors. Whether you want to maintain a
specific scent that brings joy to your home or create visual aesthetics with
the help of some sculptural and decorative candles, there is certainly a DIY or
store-bought option for you.
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To focus more on
the atmosphere, consider the scent of your candles. Soft and inviting scents —
such as vanilla — are perfect for creating a relaxed mood, whereas sharper
scents — such as orange or jasmine — are more refreshing and light. Specific
candles can even complement seasons of the year, with Christmas scents like
pine and cinnamon being hugely popular during the winter months.
When thinking
about scented candles for the home, luxury products may immediately come to
mind. Brands such as Diptyque and Jo Malone have established themselves as
leaders of the perfume and candle world, selling unique and lavish scents with
price tags to match. These brands provide an excellent starting point if you
want to indulge in a top-quality candle purchase. With a wide range of scents
and beautifully crafted packaging, they provide both scent and style.
Having worked in
luxury beauty retail in the past, I have always been a supporter of Diptyque
candles. The Parisian parfumiers deal with delicate, expertly crafted scents
and put equal thought into the aesthetics of the candles themselves, which come
in minimal yet artistic packaging.
To avoid
breaking your bank account for a scented candle, there are several beauty and
home stores with equally enjoyable offerings.
L’Occitane has a range of fresh
scents made with excellent quality oils. Smell for yourself in L’Occitane
stores in Abdali, Taj, and Albaraka Mall.
After purchasing
a scented candle, it is essential to look after it correctly to maximize its
lifespan. When you first light the candle, leave it burning for at least a few
hours. This allows the entirety of the top to burn, ensuring an even burn
throughout the rest of the candle. Keep an eye on the wick and trim it if it
appears longer than three to five millimeters. Any additional length will lead
the candle to blacken when lit, which releases soot and smoke.
Design is
equally as important as scent when deliberating over a purchase. Design lovers
have adorned their spaces with carefully curated sculptural candles that
complement their interior aesthetics. Many have been inspired by the light,
summery colors, and fluid shapes of Scandinavian candle products.
One of the
stores that pioneered and popularised the scandi-chic style is Danish brand
Fabrek (@fabrek_), which was catapulted to fame when featured on Gen Z icon
Matilda Djerf’s Instagram (
@matildadjerf). Fabrek offers the twisted and
reshaped candles you may have seen posted on interior design pages. Fabrek
crafts amorphous, candy-colored candles that add a sense of fun to any space.
While some
people have endeavored to make their own artistic candles with mold and pouring
kits, I would advise making the basic twisted candle that became popular on
TikTok last year. Twisted candles are regal and make a great addition to your
dining table. They are easy to create at home and an affordable way to enhance
your candle collection. If you have not come across a tutorial, follow these
basic steps to create your own:
1. Purchase a pack of taper candles in your favorite color from a homeware store (IKEA
has a great variety) or online.
2. Submerge your candles in a dish or glass of warm water for around 15 minutes to soften
the wax.
3. Carefully remove your candle from the water. It should be soft, pliable, and ready for
shaping. You can achieve the twisted look via one of two methods: flattening
the candle to achieve a sharper spiral or twisting it straight away. If you
would rather flatten, use a rolling pin or the side of a jar to compress the
candle lightly but make sure to leave two inches un-flattened at the base so it
can fit in a holder. If you opt for the second option, use your hands to start
twisting and reshaping right away.
4. To solidify your
design, run your reformed candle under cold water. This resets the wax, leaving
you with a ready-to-use funky new candle!
Whether by their
perfume, appearance, or both, candles undoubtedly provide the easiest way to
enhance the personality of your home. The most important factor is enjoying
your choices and displaying your candles for all to see.
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