Best Luxury Scented Candles: A Guide to Keep You Cosy.
Luxury Scents are perfect for cosy indoor days and evenings. Working from home may be the norm, for now, but what’s to say it can’t be greeted with the indulgence of scents. Stay optimistic with an olfactory experience during your office days in—after all, candles are believed to help concentration, whilst perfumes keep you feeling opulent. We’ve rounded up the best scented candles and diffusers in Hong Kong to freshen up any mood, and to use all year round.
Candles & Diffusers
Maison Francis Kurkdijian Paris
The creative power behind perfumist Francis Kurkdijian’s artisan candle collection “Home Sweet Home” is inspired by five distinct olfactory memories during his childhood—his hometown, his grandparent’s apartment, his cousin’s house in the countryside, the family vacation home and his Parisian apartment. Each fragrance is telling of an intertwined story, and in this case, portrayed as a sketched fragrance wardrobe. The brand and artist created a collection of five luxurious candles, dear to his heart: Rue des Groseilliers, Anouche, La Trouverie (a bestseller based on memories of the French countryside of La Perche, with a sweet aroma of lavender and hints of rosemary and thyme), Les Tamaris and Au 17, each resembling a piece of his childhood, with a divine scent when lit. The signature Rouge Baccarat 540 scented candle was launched this year as a tribute to the encounter between Maison Francis Kurkdijian and Maison Baccarat and embodies the magical nature with a delightful blend of jasmine, saffron, cedarwood and ambergris notes.
Price: Varies
Available in-store and online with international shipping (also sold at Mecca Australia and New Zealand)
Sisley
To make a scent really last a lifetime (well, not literally, but nearly), jumbo-sized candles are the way to go. Sisley’s Giant Scented Candle (Rose) will do the trick, a nature-inspired formulation by the Parisian brand crafted in satin-finished glass jars and coloured in bright tones for a dose of sophistication. “Think Pink”, the label suggests as the slogan behind the rose concoction, designed as a reminiscence of a magical floral garden—Isabella d’Ornano garden to be specific. The outer magenta-toned shell echoes the petals of the Izia rose, whilst the sunny yellow wax reflects the golden centre. Light this elegant candle indoors or outdoors for a touch of spring.
Price: $2600 HKD/950g
Only available at Sisley Beauty Boutiques
Acqua di Parma
With an identity which traces back to 1916 from the Italian baron Carlo Magnani, Acqua di Parma has been around since it all began. The brand is the essence of Italian style and expertise in grooming, sporting some of the most luxurious scents in the market. Light your room up with the Luce Di Colonia Candle ($555HKD/200g) which will take you to the picturesque Italian seascapes. Decorate around the home with the divine BM Arancia Room Diffuser ($670HKD/180ml) which dives into sunny Capri featuring notes of oranges, mandarins and citrus or the La Casa Sul Lago Room Diffuser ($525HKD/180ml) for a step into the tranquil villa gardens found in Italy.
Price: Varies
https://www.acquadiparma.com/en/gb/
Goutal
The enchanting tale behind French perfumery Goutal is fascinating—the founder, Annick Goutal, was a talented pianist who brought herself to Grasse ( the most renowned perfume capital) where she opened her first shop. The Un Air D’Hadrien scented candle captures the burning sun and blinding light of Tuscany, a charming mix of Sicilian lemon and cypress notes. Transport yourself to European summers with this candle, which is in the spirit of sustainability—once the wax has burned out, you can refill it or mix and match.
Price: $610HKD/185g
BULY 1803
Dreamt up in the romantic city of Paris, Buly 1803 was founded upon the hunt for innovative cosmetic techniques. Wrapped in a delicate candle holder, the scented candles here ($1,350HKD) are a lovestruck reminder of decadent French perfumes from the 1800’s.
Price: $1,350HKD
L:a Bruket
Founded upon a simple philosophy of innovation by nature, organic Swedish skincare label L:A Bruket takes inspiration from traditional sea therapy practices like seaweed bathing to integrate into its formulas. The No152 Coriander Scented Candle ($203HKD/50g) takes the therapeutic properties of Aetheroleum coriander to relieve anxiety and emotional spirituality. Spray the Mandarin Peel/Cedarwood Pillow Mist ($355HKD/50ml) for a calming atmosphere and good nights’ sleep. And to sustain a delectable aroma in your room all day and all night, the Hinoki Fragrance Tag ($160HKD) boasts a traditional incense of olibanum.
Price: Varies
TWG
TWG may be famed for its historical and longstanding making in tea, yet the leading brand has expanded into a new venture: scented candles. The TWG Tea blenders collaborated with perfumery experts to curate a collection of scents (each with its own story), picking up tips from what they know best—including tea leaves, fruits, spices and flowers. Bain de Roses is set in the month of May, when dusky roses in Grasse are blooming, and tea parties are in motion. Combined in a bouquet of black tea, white sandalwood, warm vanilla and fresh grapefruit, this number will perfume the air with an illuminating breeze. The zesty White Earl Grey candle takes after its imperial name, breathing a pure essence of sparkling bergamot and a touch of crystalline. And if you’re looking for a Tea Party (scented candle), look no further. This piece is a fresh and delicate reminiscence of sun-drenched afternoon tea parties, infused with sweet violet and raw tea buds.
Price: $490HKD/190ml
Available at TWG Tea stores and online
Bathe to Basics
The lightweight Aroma Diffuser ($488HKD) from Bathe to Basics is crafted from sleek wood, and uses pure essential oils to diffuse an aromatherapeutic experience—we recommend Sunset (sweet orange, clary sage, sandalwood) and Wood (bergamot, jasmine, sandalwood) ($198HKD each).
Price: $490HKD/190ml
Available in-store and online international delivery
The Artistry
Beauty and lifestyle store, The Artistry, is a Hong Kong-based store (with an online store which ships internationally) and focuses on female empowerment when selecting its products. The Illume Emory Glass candle ($260HKD) is a US home fragrance using soy wax and cotton wicks, whilst the Harlow Fire Morning (only available in-store) is lavender and eucalyptus is a mix of wake-me-up and dreamer. Crafted from all-vegan substances, the gentle-scented Papillion Natural Soy Candle ($198HKD) is handmade and exclusively available at The Artistry. For an aromatic environment, try the Illume Scented Diffuser in Gardenia ($350HKD), a delightful velvet amber wood scent to soothe the mind during workdays in.
Price: Varies
Available in-store and online with international shipping
Josée Beauty
JOSEE Beauty was founded in the French perfume capital Grasse and made its debut in Hong Kong, specialising in organic natural products including skincare, beauty and fragrance. The Oud Fairies Reed Diffuser ($350HKD/150ml) is a floral/wood-based scent designed to calm the senses and mind. Hand-poured in Hong Kong, the Oud Fairies Scented Candle ($208HKD/70g) uses soy wax and a coconut base.
Price: $208-$350HKD
Available in-store and online
MYBU
MYBU candles are made from a unique wax and soy blend and uses 100% plant-based essential oils for its formulas. The Rose Soy Candle ($380HKD/6.8oZ) and the Natural Soy Candle ($420HKD/6.8oZ) are elegantly presented in a reusable jar and bare alluring aromas to its passer-bys.
Price: Varies
Available in-store and online
Luxury Scents
Acqua Di Parma
Italian label Acqua Di Parma have been specialists in perfumery and luxury scents for over a century, so it’s safe to say we can trust their expertise in colognes for the gentlemen and perfumes for the ladies. The Blue Mediterraneo Mirto di Panarea ($414HKD/30ml) will enchant and allure with its summer breeze reminiscence. Yuzu is considered as the rarest fruit of Japan, so when Acqua Di Parma dedicated the Signature Yuzu ($1590HKD/100ml) fragrance to the delicate floral essence, a spectacular composition is composed—wear this on special occasions. For the gentlemen, the Colonia Pura ($870HKD/50ml) encapsulates masculinity with its crisp bergamot fragrance and sensual cedarwood notes.
Price: Varies
Maison Francis Kurkdijian
Maison Francis Kurkdijian develops luxurious and timeless luxury scents for sophisticated women—boasting a selection of some of the finest perfumes. The Baccarat Rouge 540 perfume is a classic, similar to its candle notes, with an Oriental touch. Feminin Pluriel is also a decadent perfume, a floral aroma which can be worn from day to night. Some other highlights include Gentle Fluidity Gold, A La Rose and Amyris Femme.
Price: Varies
Available in-store and online with international shipping
Josée Beauty
The elegant Oud Fairies Perfume Absolute ($850HKD/50ml) is a luxury scents inspired by nature, using essences from bergamot and mandarin, with a base note of sandalwood and amber—opt for the Oud Fairies Solid Perfume ($208HKD/10ml) if you’re on-the-go.
Price: $208-$850HKD
Available in-store and online
Goutal
Goutal’s expertise in perfumery dates back to 1981 Paris, where Annick Goutal would intertwine her love for music with scent. The Petite Chérie perfume ($810HKD/30ml) is a delicate fragrance inspired by flowers and fruits, like strolling through a charming garden during springtime—breathe in the fresh grass, peach and vanilla aroma. Eau D’Hadrien ($1,100HKD/50ml) is an iconic perfume from the brand, representing chapters from “Memoirs of Hadrian” whilst basking in the Tuscan sun, under the shade of lemon trees.
Price: $810-$1,100HKD
BULY 1803
Like something out of 19th century Paris, Buly 1803 has an eye for tradition and heritage. The French perfumery formulates its products with personalised wrapping and calligraphy. For an alluring feminine luxury scent, try the Buly 1803 x Musee de Louvre Eau Triple water-based perfume ($1,650HKD)—an olfactory representation of the iconic art museum packaged in an elegant perfume bottle.
Price: $1,650HKD
Narciso Rodriguez
Narciso Rodriguez’s Fleur Musc perfume is a sensual and luminous luxury scent for the modern lady, boasting subtle florals and a tingling musk.
Price: HK$990/100ml
