Awards & Recognition
Celebrating Excellence in Sustainable Luxury Gifts
At Simon James Home, we’re passionate about creating luxury candles and diffusers that are as beautiful and sustainable as they are memorable. Every product is handmade in Kent using vegan soy wax, paraben-free fragrances, vegan, cruelty-free ingredients and plastic-free packaging - a reflection of our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and eco-friendly practices.
We’re honoured that our dedication has been recognised by industry leaders, with awards that celebrate our position among the best candle brands in the UK and the best home fragrance brands in the UK.
Our Awards & Achievements
Best Luxury Home Fragrance Brand 2026 - UK
Leaders in Luxury Awards
Simon James Home was awarded Best Luxury Home Fragrance Brand in the UK 2026 at the Leaders in Luxury Awards, recognising our hand-poured candles and reed diffusers for exceptional quality, craftsmanship and conscious luxury. This award celebrates our commitment to creating refined, sustainable home fragrance designed and made in the UK.
Best Luxury Wellness Candle Brand 2026 - UK
LuxLife Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards
This recognition celebrates Simon James Home’s commitment to creating candles that support wellbeing as well as scent. Designed to enhance calm, ritual and relaxation, each fragrance is thoughtfully developed to transform everyday moments into sensory experiences. With a strong focus on mood, balance and intentional living, Simon James Home continues to redefine luxury candles as an essential part of modern wellbeing-focused homes across the UK.
Best Craftsmanship-Led Luxury Home Fragrance - Kent 2026
Top 100 Businesses Awards
This award reflects the heart of Simon James Home’s ethos: exceptional craftsmanship. Each candle and reed diffuser is handmade with precision and care, ensuring consistent quality and a refined scent throw. Rooted in artisanal techniques and inspired by meaningful moments, Simon James Home has become known for luxury home fragrance that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design, proudly made in Kent.
Sustainable Home Fragrance Excellence Award 2026
LuxLife Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards
This award recognises Simon James Home’s ongoing dedication to responsible craftsmanship and conscious production. From carefully sourced ingredients to small-batch hand pouring in Kent, sustainability is considered at every stage of the process. This award highlights the brand’s commitment to creating high-quality home fragrance products that are both luxurious and mindful, without compromising on performance, design or scent integrity.
Best Luxury Candles in the UK 2025
Luxury Lifestyle Awards
Celebrating our signature range of hand-poured soy candles, this award recognised our ability to combine exquisite fragrances with sustainable, ethical values.
Best Eco-Concious Candle Brand 2025 - UK
LuxLife Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards
Awarded for our dedication to eco-friendly practices, including the use of vegan-friendly soy wax, plastic-free packaging, and our tree-planting initiative.
Emerging Homeware Business of the Year 2025 - UK
LuxLife Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards
Recognising our journey as a growing UK home fragrance brand, this award celebrates our handcrafted approach and commitment to sustainable luxury.
Best UK Candle Brand 2025
The Perfect Gift Awards
This national recognition highlights our focus on creating gift-worthy candles that blend elegant design, luxury fragrance, and sustainable quality.
Home Fragrance Brand of the Year 2025
Innovation & Excellence Awards
A milestone moment for our Kent-based brand, this award acknowledges our innovation in UK luxury home fragrance, from exceptional scent throw to eco-conscious design.
(More awards will be added as we continue to grow and be recognised!)
Why Our Award-Winning Candles Stand Out
At Simon James Home, every candle is designed to be more than a product—it’s an experience. Here’s why our collections are loved by customers and recognised by experts:
- Hand-Poured with Care - Crafted in small batches for consistency and quality.
- Sustainable & Ethical - Made with vegan soy wax, paraben-free oils, and recyclable packaging.
- Unforgettable Scents - From cosy gourmand fragrances to fresh botanical blends, our scents are designed to create lasting memories.
- Perfectly Giftable - Whether for birthdays, anniversaries, housewarmings, or self-care, our candles are the ultimate luxury gift.
Shop Our Award-Winning Candles
Looking for the best luxury candles in the UK? Explore our collection of sustainable soy wax candles, crafted to bring warmth, fragrance, and elegance into your home.
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