Fill the home with autumnal aromas
A new season is in the air. To embrace autumn at home it helps to invoke fragrances that tune in with the season.
Empower the senses with aromatic smells that complement the season… think earthy notes and scents of berries.
“Although I’m a little sad to say goodbye to summer, I’m also excited to welcome in autumn – and all the season brings,” says
Katy Simpson, founder of Noble
Isle (nobleisle.com). “Cashmere jumpers, corduroy, fires, roasts, red wine – and of course, candles.”
Gina Strain, head of homeware buying at Matalan (matalan.co.uk) says scentscaping is the way forward: “You can never underestimate the power of fragrance enveloping your home, and creating the perfect seasonal setting. “The autumn months are a favourite for many scent lovers, with fresh summery floral and citrus candles swapped out for cosy scents such as pumpkin spice, cinnamon and baked cookies.”
Here, fragrance experts share their top tips for making your home smell amazing this autumn…
Create a snug space
During this time of year, Simpson says: “I like to burn a warm, woody fragrance to help evoke comfort and relaxation, blended with classic winter spices such as ginger, black pepper, vanilla and cinnamon, alongside captivating notes of zesty grapefruit, cypress oil and oakmoss.
“This aroma naturally creates a warm and inviting ambience in your room for a cosy, soothing night in – with a glass of red wine optional.”
Replicate your favourite baking smell
“The scent profile for autumn often leans towards more spiced, smoky and musky aromas, which instantly make a room feel cosy as we prepare for cooler months,” says Strain. “With Halloween coming up, any warm, sweet and spicy scents with hints of pumpkin or brown sugar work perfectly.”
Bring the outside in
Easy to live with, the fresh smell of pine – and thoughts of autumnal walks – can evoke feelings of wellbeing.
Pine notes feel festive too, and Simpson says she opts for “what I call a ‘Christmas white fragrance’, including green leaves, pine, and white florals”.
She says she loves to use fresh, evergreen scents such as the fragrance of pine, elemi, and cypress, alongside sappy notes of cedarwood, guaiac wood and fir.
Through a garland
“A garland can perfectly capture the look, feel, and smell of autumn,” suggests Chloë Luxton, founder of (bramleyproducts.co.uk).
“Creating one is very easy: just gather bay leaves,
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She recommends leaving a good amount of twine on each end, so you can hang the garland on a fireplace, staircase, or door frame.