HOME + GARDEN
1. START WITH A CLEAN SCENT CANVAS
Before adding fragrance, focus on freshness. A truly inviting home scent begins with cleanliness. When cleaning floors and skirting boards, add a small amount of fabric softener to warm water for a soft, lingering aroma- you can simply swipe a cotton pad along the tops of your skirting to apply. Freshly vacuumed carpets, wiped surfaces and clean fabrics allow fragrance to settle evenly rather than masking unwanted smells.
HOME FRAGRANCE
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2. CHOOSE SIGNATURE SCENTS FOR EACH ROOM
Just as you would curate a colour palette, assign fragrances to different areas of your home. Light citrus or herbal notes work beautifully in kitchens, while lavender and chamomile suit bedrooms. Living spaces lend themselves to warmer scents such as amber, sandalwood or fig. This creates a subtle journey through your home.
3. LAYER FRAGRANCE THOUGHTFULLY
Textured Ceramic Electronic Diffuser, £ 80, The White Company
French Linen Room Spray, £ 14.95, Heaven Scent Incense
Rosemary Sage Candle, £ 32.99,
Heaven Scent Incense
The key to a luxurious scent profile is layering. A technique employed by hotels and spas, aim to combine candles, diffusers and room sprays within the same fragrance family to build depth without overpowering. For example, pair a woody diffuser with a softly spiced candle for cosy evenings. Keep scents complementary rather than competitive.
4. DON’ T FORGET THE EVERYDAY TOUCHES
Oil Diffuser Carnation Flower, £ 30, Matisa Deco
Hotel Dusk Orange Blossom Diffuser, £ 18, Dunelm
Fragrance isn’ t limited to candles and diffusers. Add scented dryer sheets to drawers and wardrobes( not just your wash) for beautifully fresh clothes. Pop a fragranced sachet into cushions or storage baskets. Even bin liners and cleaning products can subtly enhance the overall aroma of your home.
5. REFRESH WITH THE SEASON
Just like interiors, fragrance should evolve throughout the year. Opt for fresh florals and citrus in spring, sun-warmed notes in summer, rich woods in autumn and cosy spices in winter. Check out our handy guide to help you rotate your scents all year round to keep your home current and intentional.
Winter Spruce Diffuser, Large, £ 59, Pottery Barn
Love Diffuser, £ 26.50, Oliver Bonas
WINTER: Indulgent & Inviting Winter scents should feel rich and inviting. Layer candles with diffusers and lightly scent soft furnishings to bring a sense of luxurious nostalgia and create lasting impressions for guests.
Notes to look for: Spices, frankincense, gingerbread, oud, vanilla and pine. Perfect for living rooms, hallways and bathrooms.
Fabric Conditioner Sheets- Fresh Breeze, £ 3.49, Dr Beckmann
Slow Bloom Signature Large Jar Candle, £ 29.99, Yankee Candle
French Bedroom Room Diffuser- Rose Blush, £ 65, Portus Cale
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