The new Countryside Candles Collection from British perfume house Penhaligon’s come in splendid packaging and all four smell lovely. Each fragrance is inspired by a traditional favourite country pastime; A Walk in the Woods - sage, violet leaf with woody patchouli, sandalwood and cedar, A Picnic in the Meadow - warm hay, freshly-cut grass, balmy amber with herby sage and clover, Tea on the Terrace - sweet lilac, rose and hyacinth florals and, my favourite, An Amble in the Orchard - apple and pear with fresh basil and green pea.
I really like Penhaligon's vintage styling and very consistent branding - you can recognise their elaborate, fanciful labels and antique-style bottles from a mile off - and the pretty toile wallpaper print makes these decorative hatboxes perfect for storing bits and bobs in too.
