The cult of ‘smellness’: what’s behind the extraordinary rise in sales of scented candles?

One website has seen a 180% spike in sales – and it’s not just the luxury end of the market that is booming

Tried and tested: winter scented candles

A scented candle is the answer to all your holiday season woes, says All Ages model David Yang

Homes sweet homes that have nourished the olfactory memory of Francis Kurkdjian

Childhood homes rich in memories were the starting point for a new collection of scented candles by Maison Francis Kurkdjian. The heat of a flame will elegantly and slowly reveal the delicate scents of these candles. Maison Francis Kurkdjian unveils “Homes Sweet Homes” collection of scented candles. Francis Kurkdjian, the French contemporary perfumer, businessman and … Read more

How to achieve a luxury hotel look at home

Although you enjoy visiting new places and experiencing different cultures, your favourite part of a trip abroad is getting to escape reality for a week or two of bliss in a luxurious hotel. Nope, cut-price motels and cheap hostels don’t do it for you. You want five stars and all the trimmings that come with … Read more

Affordable luxury gifts: Yankee Candle Unveils Pure Radiance

The Yankee Candle Company, the world’s largest manufacturer of premium scented candles,  launched its new contemporary candle line, Pure Radiance. Made of a custom soy wax blend, Pure Radiance features patent-pending LumiWick technology. When lit this flat, all cotton ribbon wick provides a consistent burn and a wide, radiant flame. With a clean design, the … Read more