PHOTO COURTESY OF ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
If you’re into scented candles that smell and look good, put Alexander McQueen’s first-ever candle collection on your radar. It comprises a trio of candles, each conceived by a different perfumer to deliver unique olfactory experiences.
Embodying the British fashion house’s culture of juxtaposition between contrasting elements, the exciting launch offers a scented play between fragility and strength, tradition and modernity, as well as fluidity and severity.
Crafted from a combination of rapeseed and black mineral waxes, the 200 g candles offer approximately 40 to 55 hours of burn time each. Firstly, boasting a shiny silver-tone lid, Ghost Flower sets out to awaken your senses. Its contrasting blend sees delicate floral freesia and peony come together with deep earthy notes of patchouli.
Next, a gunmetal-tone lid characterises Pagan Rose. Similarly inspired by juxtapositions, this evokes the tension between fragile wild rose and intense earthy peat. Lastly, Savage Bloom, complete with a gold-tone metal lid is powerful yet graceful. This concoction brims with the warmth of tuberose and intoxicating oud.
PHOTO COURTESY OF ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
Scents aside, there’s also the decorative narrative. Encased in striking egg-shape jet black lacquered glass vessels measuring approximately 10 cm by 16 cm, these edgy candles double as statement-making décor pieces that will fill your space with both fragrance and personality.
Priced at SGD650 each, the all-new candles are now available at Alexander McQueen’s boutique at Marina Bay Sands and online.
