Georgie Hall Reveals How to Create Your Signature Atmosphere.
Move over, perfume layering. The latest trend in luxury home fragrance sees candle enthusiasts creating bespoke atmospheres by burning multiple scents simultaneously, crafting uniquely personal combinations that reflect mood, season and style.
Georgie Hall of La Montaña candles calls it “scent pairing,” a surprisingly simple technique that transforms your home into an olfactory masterpiece. The concept mirrors perfume combining, where fragrances are layered to create something entirely new; here, candles and reed diffusers work in harmony to build depth, complexity and personality into your space.
“Think of it as finger-painting with smells,” explains Georgie. “It’s playful, creative and there are no rules. You’re curating an atmosphere that’s uniquely yours, matching your style, your whim, your mood. The beauty is that every La Montaña fragrance shares signature mountain notes, so they blend harmoniously together.”
The technique works particularly well with reed diffusers providing a gentle base note throughout the day, whilst candles add layers of warmth during evenings. Alternatively, burn two candles in the same space to create something completely unexpected.
Georgie’s Top Scent Pairing Combinations:
For Cosy Winter Evenings – Three Kings with Mistela creates a rich, spiced warmth perfect for fireside gatherings. The frankincense and myrrh of Three Kings mingles beautifully with Mistela’s raisin liqueur sweetness, evoking festive Spanish celebrations.
For Sophisticated Entertaining – Alfredo’s Café paired with Winter Oranges offers an after-dinner atmosphere with real depth. The coffee and brandy notes complement the citrus spice, creating something both comforting and refined.
For Fresh Starts – First Light combined with Cloudburst brings the outdoors in. Wild mountain herbs meet the fresh scent of rain on rock, perfect for energising morning routines.
Start with fragrances you already love, then experiment with adding complementary scents. Reed diffusers work brilliantly as a constant base, whilst candles can be introduced for specific occasions or times of day. Place them in the same room but different areas to allow the scents to envelope and evolve naturally.
“Don’t overthink it; if two scents appeal to you individually, trust your instincts about combining them,” adds Georgie. “The worst that can happen is you blow out a candle and try something else.”
La Montaña’s Discovery Set (£20, including a £15 credit to redeem against your first candle or diffuser purchase) offers all nine fragrances as room mists, allowing you to test combinations before committing to larger purchases.
Prices start from £37 for room mists, £40 for reed diffusers, and £45 for candles. Gift sets and subscriptions are also available to purchase online.
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