Fragrance that feels like home

Uncover the art of scentscaping your home, as well as this season's most coveted aromas

- Yvette Filer

Seasonal swaps

It's nice to change your scents seasonally, just like we do with our home decor and wardrobe. Not only does this keep your home feeling and smelling fresh, it also helps you lean into the mood of the season. In autumn, stick to richer tones of wood, cherry, pumpkin and oud, to create a warm and cosy setting. Then look forward to lighter, floral and more citrusy scents come spring.

Green speckled pumpkin candle, £7; printed candle glass, £6; Green pumpkin diffuser, £7; Mango wood scallop tray, £18, all Matalan

Scent is one of the most powerful, yet often underrated, tools we can use in our homes - especially when we're looking to make a cosy and welcoming environment come autumn. Think of it as the invisible finishing touch to your decor, helping to tie interior spaces together by evoking emotion and creating an atmosphere in an instant. Scentscaping goes beyond lighting the odd candle - it's the finesse of layering different fragrances - yet it's easier to master than you may think. From seasonal scent trends to clever natural diffusers, let us guide you through our very best tips and tricks...

Layer up

There are a few easy ways to introduce new scents into your home - candles are a go-to for good reason, as they instantly create a cosy atmosphere, making them ideal for dining or coffee tables. Diffusers offer a more low-key, continuous fragrance and work best in hallways or bathrooms, whereas wax melts provide a more intense burst of scent, which is great in an open-plan area. You can combine different methods in one space - simply place them at various points around the room for a layered effect. Stick to the same or complementary notes to enhance your environment and maintain a consistent scent profile that isn't too overpowering.

Pure and simple