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Being the final 6 months of my PhD, I will have to start writing my thesis now instead of later but to break that time up with more fun things (not that science isn’t fun 🙄). I’m thinking baking, play the piano and experimenting with makeup! It doesn’t matter that no one is going to see my makeup or hear me play, I’m doing it for me but at the same time I’m not going to force myself to do to anything I don’t feel like or feel pressured to learn something new or start something big just because we have this time. 
I think it’s important to take a break and reset without anything or anyone sucking your energy. Only do things that you really want to and help you feel better now and for the future when this is over.
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Owen Drew Luxury soy vegan wax Candles
October 15, 2017 Secret Rendezvous

Owen Drew Luxury Candles

I love candles. There’s something so satisfying coming home after a long day at work, getting cosy on the sofa with a cup of tea (or wine if it’s been a REALLY long day) and having the whole room filled with the gorgeous scent of a candle.

Personally, I like candles that smell natural. I’m not saying the scent of nature but no fake fragrances. I’m talking more vanilla extract not vanilla essence, if you know what I mean.

However, as always the candles I covet are a touch on the expensive side. My dream of having a Pinterest worthy house with rooms filled to the brim with candles was becoming further out of sight (what with having to spend my money on actually living) as I was finding it hard to find a quality candle brand that was affordable.

So when I was invited to attend the launch of Owen Drew Candles Autumn Collection, I jumped at the chance.

Owen Drew Luxury soy vegan wax Candles

Owen Drew Luxury soy vegan wax Candles

Owen Drew Luxury soy vegan wax Candles



The founder, Owen, created Owen Drew candles after noticing the candles he purchased were giving off soot and smoke, that was collecting on the walls, damaging the interiors of his home. He explained to me, that this is due to petroleum-based paraffin wax that can be found in many mass produced candles and when I thought about it, even some of the most expensive candles I own end up with a black rim of soot around the glass. Further research revealed candles are often heavily fragranced with synthetic chemicals containing parabens and other toxins that not only damage your house but can have an effect on your health as well.

As a result, Owen decided that home fragrance needed and could be so much better and Owen Drew Candles was born.

From Classic Owen Drew Fragrances to the “inspired by” candle collection there is a scent for everyone. Personally, I couldn’t pick a favourite they all smell incredible. Every one of Owen Drew candles are made from natural vegan soy wax that is blended with essential oils. Each is hand-poured by Owen and his small team over on the Wirral before being thoroughly inspected and approved. My favourite thing about the candles is the unique wooden wick that crackles when burning, producing a soothing acoustic experience.

Owen Drew luxury natural soy vegan wax candles

Owen Drew luxury natural soy vegan wax candles

Owen Drew luxury natural soy vegan wax candles



They burn evenly too. As you can see from the photo below there is a nice pool of melted wax at the top rather than only in the centre which makes it not only harder to light a candle but drowns out the scent.

Owen Drew luxury natural soy vegan wax candles

Obviously the most important factor of a candle is what people in the fragrance business call “throw”. Basically, how quickly and how much of a room is filled with the scent of a candle. The last thing you want is to have to get right up close before you can actually smell anything!

So as soon as I got home I lit my Cedarwood & Jasmine candle (Owen’s current favourite and I can see why) and waited. Less than fifteen minutes and I was in heaven. A quick trip upstairs to grab a book and on my way down I could smell the warm aroma of cedarwood mixed with the delicate floral notes of Jasmine coming from my living room.

Owen Drew luxury natural soy vegan wax candles



The next evening I lit it again ready for my friend to come over for a catch-up. Now because I can sometimes/ mostly all the time be an untidy person, the first thing my friend usually notices is the sudden tidiness after a quick clear up. This visit, my tidying efforts went unnoticed and I believe her exact words were “omg it smells amazing in here!”.

Excellent fragrance throw? Tick.

Great so basically they are the perfect candles which means they must cost a fortune right? Nope. These gorgeous luxury natural vegan candles are only £25.

They are a similar size to Jo Malone candles for reference (JM = 200ml, OD = 300ml) and burn for up to forty five whole hours! You can really see the care that has gone into each candle. Everything about them is perfect. From the natural cream coloured wax to the hand polished glass jars.

Owen Drew Candles also come in a deluxe cut glass jar (£50) that is twice the size as the large candles as well as some stunning handcrafted copper containers (£60) that burn for over 100 hours.

Owen Drew Luxury soy vegan wax Candles

They would make a perfect gift for friends, family and obviously yourself. The only question, and it’s a difficult one, is which fragrance to choose.

I think it’s time you had your Owen Drew moment.

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  1. Kayleigh Zara says

    October 15, 2017 at 7:08 pm

    These candles look absolutely stunning! Unfortunately they are pretty luxury and well out of my price range. But I love the scent variety x

    Kayleigh Zara 🌿www.kayleighzaraa.com

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  2. Ellie says

    October 15, 2017 at 7:28 pm

    These look so pretty!! I totally agree a few candles and a glass (bottle) of wine sounds lush ⭐️ These sound so much better value than Jo Malone

    Ellie
    http://www.headintheclouds.me.uk

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:32 pm

      Yes to the bottle of wine! Definitely. I do really love Jo Malone but I have noticed they get a black rim after a while and for the same quality but cheaper price tag, Owen Drew candles are amazing. xx

      Reply
  3. Chloe says

    October 15, 2017 at 7:32 pm

    Oh I to love candles in the colder months. I’ve not heard of Owen Drew before. I shall have to take a look at their website I fancy the pear candle.

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:30 pm

      I warn you if you go on the website you may end up buying them all they all sound amazing!! haha. Yes the English Pear and Freesia one smells divine. xx

      Reply
  4. Yiota says

    October 15, 2017 at 7:33 pm

    Wow these look so luxurious, I would love to give them a try, I am currently burning a vanilla one, it’s my fave scent 🙂

    Yiota
    PinkDaisyLoves

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:29 pm

      No word of a lie, they are probably the best candles I own and I have spent quite a lot of money over the years on so many different candle brands. Plus the range of scents is so varied. They’re amazing. xx

      Reply
  5. Bronia says

    October 15, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    I love the sound of these! I had no idea that some candles don’t have soot, I just assumed it was a quality of all candles. I’d love to try these, they’re a bit more expensive than I usually pay for candles but I think I’ll definitely add one to my Christmas list

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:28 pm

      Yeah it’s crazy isn’t it but I know quite a few people who have had wall damage from candles giving off soot and smoke. Definitely a treat to add to your Christmas list! Like you said there are obviously cheaper candles but if you really fancied treating yourself these are the way forward without spending an absolute fortune on one candle. xx

      Reply
  6. Bethlwebb says

    October 15, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    Cedarwod and jasmine sounds amazing, and these candles look cute too so now I’m going to have to go spend all the money I don’t have!

    Beth X
    Isthisseattaken.Net

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:24 pm

      They look so expensive to me, I couldn’t believe the large ones were £25 for how long they last. Ahh yes I know that problem. So much stuff I “need” and so little money! xx

      Reply
  7. Vicky says

    October 15, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    I’m currently restyling my bedroom and I’ve been hoping to get some candles to spruce it up a bit! These look beautiful and I think they’d fit in my room perfectly, so they might be worth investing in

    Vicky x
    http://www.vickyviews.co.uk

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:22 pm

      Definitely! Obviously they aren’t really really cheap but for the quality they are and if this sort of style candle is usually something you go for I honestly think they are worth the money. xx

      Reply
  8. Alice says

    October 15, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    These look and sound so luxurious! I agree with the fact that there’s nothing better than a glass of wine and lighting candles after a rough day, there’s something so calming about sitting in candle light! I’ll have to have a browse at all the scents, this brand may be one for the evergrowing christmas list!!
    Alice Xx

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:21 pm

      Definitely. Candles make me feel so much more relaxed and these ones do look so good and smell even better! I’m already eyeing up more to add to my Christmas list xx

      Reply
  9. Sarah says

    October 15, 2017 at 8:23 pm

    These look absolutely gorgeous! The pear and freesia sounds divine! Might ask for one of these for Christmas though as £50 is a lot for a candle.

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    • A love affair with Beauty says

      October 20, 2017 at 5:20 pm

      They would be an excellent Christmas prezzie. Plus the £25 ones burn a really long time and are just as luxurious as the £50 ones and way cheaper than other luxury candles! xx

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  10. A love affair with Beauty says

    October 20, 2017 at 5:17 pm

    They do smell amazing! Obviously they aren’t cheap cheap but compared to Jo Malone they are just as good, dare I say better! and almost half the price. xx

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  11. A love affair with Beauty says

    October 20, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    Me too. I’ve been making much more of a conscious effort to buy natural and cruelty free products so when I find out these candles were made with vegan wax I was thrilled. Plus they really are incredible! xx

    Reply
  12. tucarrerayanbal.org says

    December 23, 2017 at 4:45 pm

    I love that the majority of my customers buy our candles for themselves as a luxury present to themselves.

    Reply
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