Home fragrances: 30 of the best winter candles
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Scent has the power to trigger a memory, transport you to another time or place — or transform a room in a just a few seconds.
And this season more than any other, it's all about creating a comforting atmosphere in your home.
Good quality home fragrances can emanate the perfect wintery aromas with hints of pine or subtle notes of myrrh.
Soothing, welcoming scents can put guests at ease, cut through lingering cooking smells or keep things feeling festive and cosy.
Try Ralph Lauren's Bedford candle for a woody, pine aroma that conjures thoughts of woodland walks and alpine retreats; or Cire Trudon's luxe Madurai candle for a perfume-like jasmine and ylang ylang combination.
House proud hosts will love Baobab's Disco collection with its shimmering, iridescent vessels. A nod to the glitter balls of the disco era, they're certain to add a touch of glamour to any home.
You can't go wrong with a Pink Pepper & Gingerwood diffuser by Oliver Bonas, set in stylish mouth-blown green glass with black reeds; or an amber-perfumed concrete candle with contemporary gold accents that's ideal for the interiors fan on your gift list.
Take a tour of our pick of the best candles to buy for your host and home in our gallery above...