4 Favourite Summer Candles to Scent Your Home

When I think of candles, I mentally paint a very particular picture. It includes a roaring fire, cosy pyjamas, fluffy socks, a stack of unread books, basically, my *actual* dream, what I’m imaging is a typically ‘Winter’ scene. But as a certified candle addict, my usage can’t be limited to only the colder months, and I love burning candles all year round. In fact, some of my absolute favourite scents are much better suited for the warmer weather and strongly scented enough that you can enjoy the fragrance by just removing the lid.

Refreshing, zesty, floral, herbaceous and tart fragrances are so beautiful to burn on a hot summer evening or to fill a room all day long when it’s too hot to keep fresh flowers looking their best. So here are a few favourites from my candle collection, some are longtime loves and others are newer finds but they’re all perfect to enjoy this Summer.

Ginsberg Is God – Bella Freud
When I think of Summer, I always think of tomatoes. It’s one of my favourite smells from the garden; not just the fruit, but also the fragrance from the tomato vines. This candle captures that exact scent and has added the fragrance of Fig Leaves and Ripe Tomatoes to really drive home those luscious Summer vibes. Poured in a chic, matte black vessel with a white inscription, it adds a special touch to any room.
Hand-poured, natural wax with a cotton wick.
Burn time: 40 hours

Tuileries Palais-Royal – Kerzon
I’m big enough to admit when the packaging has suckered me in, and in the case, the warm teal vessel totally got my attention but I’m pleased to report the scent inside is just as grand. Soft and fresh florals, with a bit of a mossy aquatic fragrance there too. Notes include Hyacinth with a base of ‘woody green notes’ – I’m not sure exactly what that means, but upon reading it I’m nodding, because that’s exactly what the candle smells of; woody and green.
Natural wax with a cotton wick.
Burn time: 45 hours approx.

Loving – Bella Freud
Another perfectly balanced, botanical candle from Bella Freud. Loving features a blend of soft Tuberose and warm Sandalwood, neither of which I’m usually a fan of but this is incredible. It manages to be floral and refreshing while also being warm and inviting at the same time. It’s housed in a gorgeous true-red vessel too, which I adore.
Hand-poured, natural wax with a cotton wick.
Burn time: 40 hours

Lost in Amalfi – Glasshouse Candles
This candle is exactly what I want the sea to smell like in the Summer. The candle features Freesia, Lime and Moss which makes it subtly floral and zesty, while still having that aquatic base of freshness.
Notes include Freesia, Thyme, Tarragon, Lavender, Moss, Musk and Patchouli.
Soy blend wax with a cotton wick.
Burn time: up to 65 hours.

Don’t forget to re-use your candle jars (that’s one of the reasons I like to pick ones that have pretty colours or interesting designs) as small vases, pens cups, jars to hold your makeup brushes or even just as decor on a bookshelf. What do you reuse your jars as? And what are your favourite candle scents?