9 of the best autumn candles to buy this season to fill your home with a comforting, warming scent

Weight: 280g | Burn time: 41 hours | Wax: 100% natural wax | Notes: Leather, Cashmere Woods and Cedar

As usual, The White Company have delivered another fantastic-smelling autumnal candle this year; however, this time it's not their usual bestselling Autumn scent. Instead, they've released this decadent two-wick candle with a comforting scent profile that wraps around you like a cosy blanket.

I was immediately a big fan of the minimalist jar and sticker on the candle; it will look chic in any home and will be one of those candle jars you want to keep long after it's all melted.

The scent itself is a welcoming balance of seasonal notes like cedar, but with a much-needed all-year-round scent like cashmere. And with such timeless packaging, you can enjoy this autumnal candle right into the winter months.

It goes without saying that with a brand like The White Company, every element of the candle, from box to wick, exudes quality, making it the perfect gift for yourself or others.

Weight: 240g | Burn time: 60 hours | Wax: Vegetable wax | Notes: Plum, cinnamon, leather accord, violet, birch woods, patchouli, vanilla

Byredo is one of the best brands for luxury fragrances, and this candle is proof of that. I added this to our list last year and have been in love with the scent ever since.

It's definitely not your average autumn scent, but I think that's why it works so well. For something with this type of price point, I think you don't really want to be limited to when you can enjoy it, so whilst it certainly belongs on this autumn candles list, it can definitely be enjoyed all year long when your room needs a little touch of luxury. And the burn time is seriously good when paired with the scent payoff.

While the scent definitely stuck around even after blowing out the flame, this is still something of an investment for a scented candle – but a worthwhile one, especially with its reusable chic black jar.

Weight: 190g | Burn time: 50 hours | Wax: Mineral wax | Notes: Pumpkin, spices and vanilla

Crowned the best pumpkin scent for a second year running, this is definitely one of our favourite candles out of the bunch, and one that always surprises me thanks to its elevated yet subtle pumpkin notes.

The scent is impressively strong and yet isn't overpowering like a lot of pumpkin-scented candles tend to be. In fact, for a scent that features all the classic autumnal notes, this offering from Diptyque is wonderfully timeless. Which, of course, goes hand in hand with their iconic chic packaging that looks right at home in any space, autumn decor included or not.

The burn time is also pretty impressive, but considering the particularly high price point, this is to be expected. So, if you're looking to splurge a little and lean more towards the sweet side of fragrances, this is absolutely the autumn candle for you.

Weight: 100g | Burn time: 10 hours | Wax: Paraffin | Notes: Ginger, Cinnamon, Precious Woods

This really is a showstopper of a candle. With its wonderful blown-glass speckled finish and a seasonally delicious scent to go with it, I seriously doubt this will stay in stock for long.

Of course, the jar was the first thing that caught my attention, especially the gold glittery specks that look even more magical when illuminated by the wick, but the smell when this is burnt is a true joy.

At £12 and with it being a smaller candle, the burn time is only 10 hours, but I have to say I think that suits the richness of the scent profile. With ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and sugar, this is an incredibly sweet candle that needn't be lit long to make an impact.

So if you're not particularly one for sweet smells, I would definitely pass on this one; however, with the design and the autumnal scent, I do think it's a great budget choice for this time of year. And I get excited every time I light it. Plus, once it's finished, you can add a tealight and use it for years to come.

Weight: 200g | Burn time: 45 hours | Wax: Paraffin | Notes: Patchouli, Cedrat

Another classic fragrance brand that has once again mastered the art of a well-balanced autumnal candle. Sometimes autumnal scents can be incredibly overwhelming, but this one has just the right amount of those typical cosy scents.

The patchouli really gives the candle a touch more of a masculine scent that, for me, is perfect for this time of year when you're looking for deeper, warmer scent notes. It's not too heavy, though, which is ideal; the cedrat does a fantastic job of bringing up the aroma to a more enjoyable level.

As with all Jo Malone scents, it's strong and will fill the room, but perhaps not as quickly and potently as with other scents I've tested from the brand. I will say this might be more welcome for those of you who enjoy a more subtle autumn scent, which is why it took the gold in this category.

Weight: 240g | Burn time: 60 hours | Wax: Beeswax and Vegetable wax blend | Notes: Saffron, Black Pepper, Vanilla

Yes, Byredo have made the list twice. And for good reason. This is a more intense scent to enjoy this time of year, but still has that luxurious way of filling the room with a well-balanced aroma.

These candles are incredibly pricey; we'd recommend opting for the 70g candle if you're unsure about the investment, but their complex scents and impressive burn time sure make up for it. This candle is definitely for those who prefer a more stripped-back, refined scent than one typically belonging to this time of year. The black pepper adds nicely, cutting through the other traditionally sweet autumn notes like the saffron.

And whilst it definitely is an investment this is one worth splurging on if you can, the jar and candle itself are of the best quality and make any room look and smell expensive.

Weight: 530g with glass | Burn time: 20 hours (estimated) | Wax: Paraffin | Notes: Sandalwood, Cassis, Vanilla

If you're not looking to break the bank this season but still want to enjoy those classic warming scents. Then this rather funky offering from Dunelm is a worthwhile choice.

Not only is it incredibly chic with its soft-edged tortoiseshell vessel, but it's also got a rather impressive burn time and those unmistakable beloved autumn scent notes. I'm not always a huge fan of overly vanilla candles, but this one has a welcoming amount, especially when paired with the more woody, warm sandalwood note.

Again, for £8, this won't exactly fill your whole home with fragrance, but it will give your room a deliciously seasonal smell and look great whilst doing it.

Weight: 280g | Burn time: 50 hours | Wax: 100% Plant-Based | Notes: Bergamot, Cedar, Pepper and Cinnamon

This isn't the first time Aery, now going by Osmology by Aery, has made our best autumn candle list. However, this year it's the Nordic Cedar scent that's bumped Himalayan Cedarleaf off its pedestal. If you're not familiar with Aery, they like to prioritise wellbeing with their products, which is why this stunning clay candle has been awarded best relaxing scent.

Both patchouli and nutmeg have been used to help promote feelings of relaxation when burnt, and the touch of orange can be known to lift moods.

This really is a special candle inside and out; the clay pot is finished with a neat, chic lid and is designed to be easily reusable when finished. Their entire ethos is based around sustainability, from their 100% plant-based wax to the plant-based inks used with the packaging.

Weight: 460g | Burn time: 40 hours | Wax: Paraffin | Notes: Fig, Cinnamon and Cedar

M&S are really leading the charge in so many departments at the moment, and their home fragrance is no exception. Their range, Scentiments, is a great place to find high-quality candles without the earth-shattering prices. And this fruity yet sophisticated scent is a great place to start.

This is a large 4-wick candle that truly delivers a strong scent that will fill your room, and with the addition of fig, an uncommon note, it might be one of our top favourites this year.

Another clear reason to pick up this candle is the reactive glaze ceramic jar; it makes it a really great gift, but it will also be just what you need to add some delicious fruity notes to your next cosy movie night.