You’re buying the label. In terms of performance, they last well and perfume the air well but not so much more than others that it’s worth the price tag.
I do love them but, find the diffusers are better if you are trying to achieve a lovely smell in the room. I personal think you pay extra for the boxing/bag as it feels like an experience as opposed to just buying a candle. I think Neom are a good cheaper alternative but, still a bit luxurious. I’ve personally found lots of independent candle makers to achieve the best results.
. I'm redecorating my sons bedroom after Christmas. I want it more colourful. He doesn't really have things he's 'into' (special needs, I don't neglect him honest lol) so feels pointless doing a theme. Any ideas? His room is quiet small and the light doesn't hit it very well.I really like the marylebone London candles from etsy. Half the price and smell beautiful
What about painting the walls a nice neutral like White Cotton? Last year I redecorated my son's room. It's the box room and doesn't get much light and this colour gives it a bright but warm effect. One wall is black and white Marvel wallpaper. I brought some colour to the room in things like his light fitting, computer desk and chair, cushions, lava lamp (already brokenThanks for replies. I'm considering getting one of the big 2kg ones. But for the price don't think I'd ever dare light it
) etc.I treated myself to a couple of Diptyque candles a couple of Christmases ago when Liberty had a really good offer. The Pomander one was ok, really just a strong bergamot scent - the Daylesford bergamot candle is very, very similar for much less so I probably wouldn’t bother again. However, I bought one of the Christmas ones as well and it was really lovely. I think it was the Moonlit Fir one and it was probably the nicest Christmas tree scent I’ve ever smelt. If I ever have spare cash again (laughs in economic crisis) then I would definitely buy again.I love the diptique candles. Especially baies
Not since Jo Malone left, but she has a range of candles with Zara that are amazing. I really like fashionably London.
You are going to have to put some kind of stripper on them and then sand like crazy. Maybe worth just ripping them off and putting on new or upvc ones to cut the coast of painting etc
Strip and sand then use an undercoat paint with your chosen colour on top. I had to get rid of turquoise gloss woodwork once (something entirely self inflicted). It was hard going.
Thank you for the reply. I did think about replacing them however I am unsure how much it would end up costing. Painting is likely to be cheaper however there is a lot of graft to be done. Sanding is the worst part as there's quite of lot vanish (skirting, frames and window sill)
Thanks, I've been doing research into it. I believe I've found a good primer but unsure about how to strip it. I thought sanding it down would be enough
Im so sorry about your mum
I’m sure she is in the best place receiving the care she needs. I agree about not keeping things ‘for best’ no one knows what will happen tomorrow xx
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