Every autumn, I look forward to hunting down the very best cosy candles to see me through dreary weather and dark evenings. This year, I finally managed to get my hands on the Marks & Spencer's two-wick light-up candle, and, after it sold out, I just had to see what all the fuss was about.
Today I also managed to bag the bestselling M&S Christmas light-up candle, which flew off the shelves in record time last year. New in, the Mandarin Clove and Cinnamon Townhouse Light Up Candle is already the topping the list of most popular products in the M&S homes department – trust me, stocks won't last long.
So if you're on the lookout for one of the best autumn candles to warm up your space and make your home cosy this season, these offering from M&S couldn't be more perfect.
RRP: £10 | This chic candle sold out incredibly quickly last year, and we don't expect it to be any different this time around. With warming festive scents of mandarin, clove and cinnamon, this is one Christmas candle you want in your home.
Marks & Spencer's best-selling light-up candle
Whether you're on the hunt for the best Christmas candle or are looking for ways to make your house smell good, there's no lack of options out there on the home fragrance market. In fact, it can be hard to choose a candle these days with so many options available. That's why I like it when one has a unique selling point.
And that's exactly what Marks and Spencer's are offering with their Marks and Sparkle range. This two-wick candle is surrounded by golden glitter-filled gel and illuminated by the LED lights that wrap around the candle.
The real magic, however, comes when the lights turn on. These are triggered by a small sensor which detects the infrared light from the burning wick. Pair that with a refreshing yet cosy autumnal scent, and I'll be buying multiples of this candle to get me through the autumn and winter months ahead.
RRP: £15 | I never thought I'd be so impressed with a candle, but the light-up feature paired with the refreshing citrus scent has made this my new autumn home staple.
Aside from the lights, which are a perfect way to brighten a dark room on an autumnal evening, the fragrance notes are utterly delicious.
With top notes of neroli, lime and bergamot, the candle has a refreshing and timeless citrus scent. However, thanks to the bergamot, the aroma has a warming cosiness to it as well.
The blend of herbal fragrances and oils can also help you feel more soothed and relaxed. Only the best scented candles can make you feel better for having them burning, and this is certainly one of them.
The only downfall to this charming candle is that after its 20-hour burn time, the magic is over.
Unless you fill it with a tea light, that is. However, if you want timeless twinkling lights, M&S also sell a one-wick version with two refills. Which means gold glittering whimsy for months to come.
It's no wonder these candles are selling out so quickly, even though the brand has expanded its range with iconic landmark designs and, of course, charming Christmas versions too.
So don't be left disappointed this season and get your hands on one of these popular light-up candles before the shelves are empty. I, for one, cannot wait to enjoy the glow and fragrance all autumn long.
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RRP: £20 | With two refills, this light-up candle will warm up your home straight through to the new year. You simply remove the candle jar already in the light-up jar with one of the refills and continue enjoying the citrus scent and charming glow.
RRP: £10 | Another incredibly popular light-up candle, these landmark versions have been flying off the shelves both in-store and online. This charming Scotland design shows off all the iconic Scottish landmarks whilst still providing that glittering warm light.
Looking to scent-scape your home for autumn and winter? Why not try out some essential oils and diffusers alongside your new twinkling candle? That way, there won't be a room in the house that doesn't smell fantastic and festive.
