Burning candles during the summer months? Yes, you CAN...
It's easy to assume candles are best for the winter-time, when it's cold and miserable. But while they're are some lovely winter and Christmas-inspired candles, there are also some which work better during the warmer summer months.
The key to finding a perfect summer-friendly candle is picking a fresh, light scent. Citrus smells are easy wins, while delicate floral fragrances also work really well. The summer season is also a great time to try out woody, more earthy smells.
Take a look at our top ten options for the summertime below, then check out our all-time favourite candles, diffusers and room sprays here.
Green Tomato Leaf Candle, £42, Jo Malone
With a fresh, leafy scent, Jo Malone's Green Tomato Leaf is a blogger favourite, and for good reason. This candle is light and never overpowering, with an earthy, masculine smell rather than a sweet, heavy one.
Treehouse candle, £50, Byredo
If it's good enough for Taylor Swift (this is her favourite candle), it's good enough for us! Byredo's summer-friendly option is perfect for those who prefer to steer clear of sweet, fruity or floral smells. Bring the great outdoors inside your walls with this luxurious candle.
Bouquet de Saison candle, £26, & other stories
A slightly sweeter candle, & other stories' slightly more affordable option is slightly floral and minty fresh also. With hints of spicy pink peppers and warm mahogany woods, this is summer in a candle.
Summer Signature Candle, £20, The White Company
The White Company's sell-out candle smells like being at the seaside. With hints of eucalyptus and vetivert, the Summer Signature Candle will waft the sweetest smells into your home.
Frangipani Candle, £50, Jo Loves
This sweet and creamy floral scent smells like warm summer evenings and flowers in the wind. It fills the room so quickly that you don't need to burn it for long to get its effects, meaning it will last for ages, too.
Mojito Candle, £37, Malin + Goetz
There's nothing quite like a refreshing moijito on a summer evening. Why not burn this fresh minty candle while sipping away on your balcony? It's light, cool and delicious, just like our favourite cocktail.
Sicilian Lemon & Fresh Basil Candle, £30, Neom
This candle is the perfect mix of fruity and earthy smells. From the fresh zesty lemon hints to the peppery basil, this makes for a lovely gift for a loved-one during the summertime (or just as a treat to yourself!).
Figuier Candle, £42, Diptyque
Diptyque candles are loved by all, and this subtle fig-smelling option is a fan favourite. Never overpowering and always fresh, this candle comes in a smaller size for just £20, too.
Lily Of The Valley Candle, £38, Bamford
There are so many subtle hints that we adore in this candle, from the amber and musk to the sweet lily and floral violet and rose. We challenge anyone to dislike this universally-loved scent!
Ginsberg is God Candle, £40, Bella Freud
A mix of fig leaf and tomato, this candle is perfect for burning during a summer dining experience outside or in. Its minimalistic, chic pot design has also become iconic. This is one you need in your collection this summer.
