Sensuous New Scents from Cire Trudon

In the home fragrance world you can’t look far without seeing or hearing of Cire Trudon – the oldest and most prestigious wax manufacturers in the world. Established in 1643, the luxuriously scented candles were present in the court of Versailles, witnessing the fall of the monarchy & rise of the Empire. The brand held strong throughout this turbulent history and to this day Cire Trudon wax products remain at the forefront of luxury home fragrance.

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This month Cire Trudon candles have appeared in numerous publications such as Harrods Interiors Magazine, Homes & Gardens and Tempest, to name but a few. Their solid presence in the interiors world proves that these historically rich and lavish candles continue to stand the test of time as the most respected wax products out there.

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New for this season are two spectacular fragrances guaranteed to infuse your home with gloriously intoxicating scents. The Merida scented candle was created in collaboration with renowned Mexican perfumers, Arquiste Parfumeur. With fragrance notes of ripe guava, blossoms, foliage, bark and a decadent hint of gun powder, the famous perfumers have created one of their most sumptuous scents yet.

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The other fabulous new scent is a limited edition fragrance created with iconic accessories designer Yaz Buckey, which reimagines the classic Cire Trudon candle. The result is a ‘sophistipop’ inspired design – Yaz Buckey’s signature style, with bright pink label and sweet violet notes.

 

What do you think of these opulent new scents?

 

Little Home Luxuries in the Press this Week…

Here are a few of the lovely pieces that have appeared in the press this month:

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This Louise Bust from Cire Trudon – the oldest wax manufacturer in the world, will add a touch of old-world elegance to any home setting. Beautifully carved and purely decorative, the candle which appeared in Country Homes & Interiors makes for an extremely decadent ornament.

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We love bright cushions to add bursts of colour to your living room or bedroom like this Franchini moss cushion from Designers Guild, which featured in Period Living & Traditional Homes. With a huge variety of colour options available they are perfect for creating bold colour clashing looks in your home.

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Treat your senses to this Elton John Woodside Garden candle from Nest Fragrances. Inspired by the superstar’s favourite flowers this luxurious scented candle appeared in Woman & Home. It will also appeal to your charitable side as it has been created to benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation – one of the world’s leading non-profit HIV/AIDS organisations.

Which small indulgences will make it into your home this month?

A Delightful Night at the Dogs

Friday 5th April saw the latest Amara team night out at Romford Greyhound Stadium. It was an action packed evening and a fantastic way to get to know some of the latest additions to the team.

Tactics ranged from betting based on funniest names, picking the same number each time or of course just following the favourites. One unlucky team member chose to stick with betting on 2 & 4 in a reverse forecast for each of the thirteen races, a big gamble which sadly didn’t pay off this time.

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Whether winning big or not winning anything at all (sorry to the ‘losers’ club!), a fun-filled evening was had by all and we can’t wait for the next team night out.

Does anyone have any helpful tips for success for next time?

Spring Wedding Style Inspiration

Love is in the air with so many spring weddings just around the corner. Whether you are having a lavish sparkling affair or close intimate ceremony and reception, the small details are key to a beautiful & unique wedding. By adding a few accessories you can really make your wedding your own, here are just a few ideas…

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Incorporate rustic elegance with napkin name tags rather than place cards, not only are they an original idea but they can also become a keepsake for all of your lovely guests to remember your special day. These tags by Just Slate will be perfect for a country style wedding.

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For a demure and subtle centrepiece, all that is needed is a spray of perfectly colour matched flowers and a few strategically placed tealights in elegant holders. These Day Birger Et Mikkelsen tealight holders with their intricate fretwork pattern, will give off a warm ethereal glow and add atmosphere as the reception moves from afternoon to evening.

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On the other hand, you can add dramatic impact with extravagant and opulent decorations such as this William Yeoward Caprice centrepiece. Large centrepieces such as this can make for a very versatile display, flowers, a huge variety of decorative objects or floating tealights can be used to stunning effect, or a combination or all three.

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Pastel flowers are a must this spring. To take some hassle and stress out of the wedding morning, why not opt to use artificial flowers? With these flowers you can create the same gorgeous presentation, however the worry of them drooping throughout the day disappears and your decorations remain constantly fresh looking.

Which spring decorative ideas have you been inspired by this season? 

Add Glamour & Style with the LSA 2013 Collection

The smooth, sleek styles of LSA International’s fine glass and porcelain collections always stay at the cutting edge of design. The new ranges and pieces for 2013 are an exhibition of timeless beauty, which will add a touch of elegance to any home.

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You can refresh your existing glassware with the effortlessly cool features of the new quirky twisted Helix, vintage Polka and striking Corro ranges; whilst new styles within classic collections such as the essential Bar and Malika Grand gold allow for many more drinking options to add to their already comprehensive ranges.

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There is something for every table setting in the LSA 2013 Collection. The versatility of each range allows you to mix and match between styles for a constantly new feel and all can complement your existing glass and tableware, or be used as stunning stand-alone pieces.

Which new range is your favourite?

Get Excited for the Ella Doran 2013 Collection

Ella Doran’s quirky prints never fail to add unique style to any environment and the 2013 Collection is a perfect example of this signature look. With gorgeous new prints such as the fabulously floral Femme and busy Delhi Days, along with new additions to her already hugely popular designs there really is something for everyone.

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There are new additions to well established print sets such as bike wheel cushions, mugs and placemats in the Bike range and new items in the ever funky Potables range.

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This year you can also add Ella Doran to your kitchen and cook in style with a fun assortment of unusually shaped chopping boards & quirky aprons. We are so excited about this fun new collection, that we are finding it extremely difficult to choose a favourite piece!

How will you work the new Ella Doran range into your home?