Summer Scented: The Candles We'll Be Lighting All Season

Candles may seem more naturally suited to dark winter evenings than bright summer days. Yet to reserve them solely for the colder months is to overlook some of the most evocative scents of the year. Summer fragrances tend to be lighter, fresher and more transportive. Think verdant tomato vines and freshly cut herbs, sun-warmed citrus groves sparkling with neroli, or marine notes that capture the freshness of a coastal breeze.



Adding candles to an al fresco table as golden hour arrives instantly creates a more intimate atmosphere, while filling the evening air with gentle wafts of summer fragrance. Opting for an outdoor candle with citronella notes can also help deter unwanted dinner guests such as mosquitoes, making it as practical as it is beautiful. If you're dining somewhere breezy, place candles in hurricane lanterns to protect the flame and encourage a longer, more even burn.

Candles are also a lovely addition to a guest bedroom when hosting over the summer months. The best continue to scent a room even when unlit, creating a welcoming atmosphere from the moment guests arrive. Equally, they make a thoughtful hostess gift if you're the one travelling. So, if you've packed away your candle habit until autumn, it may be time to think again. These are the summer scents we'll be lighting throughout the season.