Genteel Gifts: Valentine’s 2011
Rather than a Friday Five this week we have decided to provide you with a selection of five different gifts to give, or receive this Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day 2011 is set to be a more thoughtful than extravagant affair with people more penny conscious due to the market conditions. Here is a selection of gifts which won’t break the proverbial bank, are thoughtful, and can be enjoyed by both. Recycled Glass Terrarium Giving flowers on... Read More
Mad et Len Tin Candle
The first candle mention 2011 is a very apt one – so much so that we’re amazed that we neglected to bring it to your attention sooner. Mad et Len is a collection of apothecary perfume; artisanally manufactured and Serie Limitée (Made on Demand). In accordance with tradition, the hand-made candles are hand poured into hand-made packaging, hence giving each piece its own unique character. The Mad et Lens Tin Candle series comes in Three distinctive... Read More
Baxter of California x Reed Space x Joya Candle
The Winter candle theme continues with this latest collaboration with “home ambiance innovator” Joya, Baxter of California and Reed Space combining to create a candle homage to the Indonesian “Lapsang Souchong tea”. The resulting candle is “Lapsang Nior”, a candle which has a primary scent of “smoky, steaming black Lapsang Souchong tea” with hints of Indonesian herbal tones and floral mixes The scent was inspired by Baxter of California’s... Read More
retaW NENEH* and AL*: Candle, Body Shampoo & Body Cream
Japanese skincare brand retaW are at it yet again with, as predicted, an expansion in the ranges of the two newest members to the retaW scent family. Fragrances NENEH* and AL* are now available in the following products: NENEH* Fragrance Body shampoo 300ml NENEH* Fragrance Candle AL* Fragrance Body shampoo 300ml AL* Fragrance Candle AL* Fragrance Body Cream Two welcomed additions to the retaW collection, whose fast growing range of innovative skin... Read More
Mizensir Collection Privée Candle
Winter sees the home as an extension of oneself, especially regarding fragrance as we feature yet another candle. This time it is as much about the 10 Year Anniversary candle from Genevan fragrance experts Mizensir as it is the great photography from Vincent at On & Beyond. “MIZENSIR is a family business where perfection is a keyword. Everything in this candle house is a symbol of craftsmanship and know-how devoted to luxury.” www.mizensir.com Mizensir,... Read More
retaW x Challenger Candle
You’ve probably heard too much about these guys already, but it seems that every couple of days they throw a new release our way straight from Japan. This partnership sees retaW develop a new candle scent entitled ‘Ocean’ to compliment Japanese motorcycle Street wear enthusiasts Challenger. Candles will be (are) the key home accessory this winter; a must for the armchair traveller. Available from Niven & Joshua. Image: PLOG Read More
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Siberian winter – that’s what the forecasters have laid down as our fate over the next few months; at least for those of us in the UK. If this does indeed prove to be the case, people will begin to find more solace in the comfort of their four walls. Traditionally we would look to a spitting fire to induce warmth and retain interest (with the flames mesmeric motion) but nowadays the closest you’ll get to a naked flame is a candle. From... Read More
Friday Five: Commes des Garcons, Serge Lutens, Jaguar iPad App, Anthony Lister and Philips SensoTouch 3D…
Comme des Garcons Series 3 Incense candles The modern gentleman has it harder than ever to switch off with the concept of ‘continuous contact’ realised in the guise of Smartphone’s, Wi-Fi and the Internet (ironic, I know). One way of helping yourself to relax is with a spot of aromatherapy. Cue Commes des Garcons… Comme des Garcons, among many things, are purveyors of exquisite scents. Their hard to find Series 3 fragrances are now available... Read More
