Create a Calm Home: Best Scents for Relaxation and Stress Relief

In a world that rarely slows down, our homes have become more than just places to live - they’re our sanctuary. A space to unwind, reset, and find moments of calm amidst the noise of everyday life....

Reed Diffusers vs Scented Candles: Which Is Best for Your Home?

Creating a beautifully scented home is about more than simply choosing a fragrance you love. It’s about how that scent works within your space, your lifestyle, and the atmosphere you want to create...

The Ultimate Festive Gift Guide: Luxury Candles for Every Personality

When it comes to thoughtful gifting, few things say luxury quite like a beautifully scented candle. Hand-poured, sustainably made, and effortlessly elegant - candles from Simon James Home are the p...

How to Choose the Right Candle for Your Mood

When you’re picking a candle, you’re choosing much more than a scent. You’re choosing a mood. At Simon James Home we believe that your home fragrance should match your moment: whether you’re seekin...

Why Sustainable Candles Matter More Than Ever

In a world increasingly focused on conscious living, the choices we make in our homes carry more weight than ever before. From what we eat to how we decorate, sustainability is no longer a trend, i...

Why Hand-Poured Candles Are Worth It

Your candle isn’t just an item - it’s a statement of craftsmanship, care, and meaning. At Simon James Home, each candle is hand-poured in Kent, embodying the essence of luxury candle craftsmanship,...

Candle Trends 2025: What’s In and What’s Out?

Candles continue to be more than just a fragrance - they’re a key part of how we style, scent, and express ourselves in our homes. As we settle into the second half of the year, it’s clear that can...

7 Ways to Reuse Your Candle Jars

At Simon James Home, we believe great design doesn’t stop when the candle burns out. Every one of our candles comes in a sleek, minimalist white glass jar - not just beautiful while lit, but design...

Our Favourite Fragrance Notes for Summer

Embrace Summer Scents with Citrus, Fruity & Fresh Notes When the sunshine returns and windows are flung open, there’s nothing better than filling your home with light, uplifting fragrances. Whe...

Simon James Home Achieves Sell-Out Success at John Lewis Bluewater

Simon James Home recently concluded its first-ever pop‑up at John Lewis, Bluewater, from 23rd to 29th June 2025, and it was a dramatic success. The limited-time launch of our signature candles and ...