Things That Shouldn’t Exist
Now they know where to find you.
Ten candles. Ten things that shouldn’t exist.
Ten candles, waiting together. Pick one from the set to reveal its name, scent and story.
Pick a box to lift it out and see what’s inside.
The scentRich sandalwood, black pepper, smoky tobacco and dark woods. Basement Friend smells warm, mysterious and strangely familiar.
The storyThe first object was a teaspoon. It lay on the concrete beneath the cellar light, bowl upwards, as though someone had placed it there carefully. Mara recognised the bend in the handle. She had thrown it away the previous winter.
The scentPine, eucalyptus, cedarwood and deep forest woods. Window Deer captures the scent of a quiet woodland after dark.
The storyEllen first noticed it beyond the washing line. The garden backed onto trees, so a deer was not remarkable. What bothered her was the hour. She had woken at 2:47, and the animal was looking directly at the bedroom window.
The scentDamp cedarwood, fresh rosemary, moss-covered earth and rain-soaked leaves. Rainkeeper smells like a forest moments after a storm.
The storyThe bus had stopped running by the time Jo finished her shift. Rain was collecting above the kerbs, and she walked in the road to avoid the deepest water. At the next junction, a pale umbrella turned the corner behind her.
The scentFresh bergamot, eucalyptus, jasmine and cedarwood. Neighbourhood Watchers smells like a peaceful street on a bright afternoon.
The storyDaniel passed the three neighbours every morning on his way to the station. They stood just inside the gate of number 18: two at the sides, one in the middle. He nodded. They smiled. After a few weeks, he began to feel rude for never having introduced himself.
The scentA dark, luxurious blend of saffron, oud, rich tobacco, aged leather and earthy patchouli.
The storyThe notebook came to the archive in a cardboard box with no covering letter. Its first pages repeated the story on the character card: a tall, dark figure among the graves, dead foxes, and the belief that something in Highgate was hungry. The pages that followed were written by a different hand.
The scentLuscious plum, black cherry, rose and warm vanilla. Mourning Sisters is dark, sweet and hauntingly beautiful.
The storyThe funeral director first mentioned the sisters as a practical problem. They stood close enough to the open grave to obstruct the bearers, and neither would move when asked. Their crying was quiet and continuous. The family assumed they were distant relatives.
The scentFrankincense, delicate florals and soft musk. Witch Saint captures the scent of old churches and hidden shrines.
The storyThe parish record begins with ordinary accounts: candle wax, roof repairs, bread for families who could not pay. Between two columns of figures, someone has written that the church no longer answers. The next page lists a different address.
The scentBergamot, ginger and black pepper open into saffron, jasmine, worn leather and warm woods.
The storyThey noticed the balloons while sorting the house. Six of them had been tied to the upstairs banister, although nobody remembered bringing them. The family assumed a neighbour had made a mistake. They cut the strings and left the balloons in the garden.
The scentFresh linen, soft cotton and clean white musk. Happy Spell smells like perfectly clean laundry with a little bit of magic left inside.
The storyThe sheets had been left out because the weather stayed warm. By the time Liv remembered them, the garden was dark and the neighbouring windows had gone out. Halfway down the line, a small shape moved behind a pillowcase.
The scentCaramelised amber, white musk, peppercorn and soft vanilla. Tree Guest smells warm, familiar and strangely inviting.
The storyThe first figure could have been a pale bag caught in a branch. It stood beyond the fence where the woods began, perfectly still despite the movement of the leaves. Peter took a photograph through the kitchen window and forgot about it until the following evening.
Sandalwood · Black pepper · Tobacco
Pine · Eucalyptus · Cedarwood
Rosemary · Moss · Wet soil
Bergamot · Eucalyptus · Cedarwood
Saffron · Oud · Patchouli
Plum · Black cherry · Rose
Strawberry · Rhubarb · Vanilla
Rose · Green tea · Incense
Buttery pastry · Cream · Vanilla
Cocoa · Pecan · Caramel popcorn
Tomato leaf · Citrus · Oregano
Pineapple · Coconut · Almond
Chocolate · Pastry · Vanilla
Saffron · Oud · Patchouli
Saffron · Leather · Warm woods
Frankincense · Florals · Musk
Find your scent
Woods, flowers or something fresh from the bakery? Answer five questions and discover your match.
We’re Raymond, a doctor and qualified pharmacist, and Colin, an artist and our creative director. What began in a small London kitchen has grown into an independent UK studio, where we turn dark stories into unusual scents and original artwork.
Saffron · Oud · Patchouli
Jasmine · Lily of the valley · Patchouli
Pumpkin spice · Ginger · Clove
Saffron · Oud · Patchouli
Frankincense · Florals · Musk
Saffron · Leather · Warm woods
Linen · Cotton · White musk
Saffron · Oud · Patchouli
Sandalwood · Black pepper · Tobacco
Rosemary · Moss · Wet soil
Plum · Black cherry · Rose
Buttery pastry · Cream · Vanilla
Strawberry · Rhubarb · Vanilla
Cocoa · Pecan · Caramel popcorn
ORIGINAL ART. DARK STORIES.
Every scent begins with a story. Raymond and Colin bring it to life through fragrance and original artwork, creating candles with a character of their own.
READ ABOUT USVEGAN & ANIMAL CRUELTY FREE
We use only vegan ingredients and eco-conscious materials, including 100% soy wax and recyclable packaging (biodegradable packing peanuts and 100% recyclable paper tape). Our fragrance oils are IFRA certified, made in France, and free from parabens, phthalates, and sulphates - ensuring a clean, high-quality burn and scent you can trust.
All our fragrances are lab tested and IFRA certified.
MADE BY A PASSIONATE TEAM
Every candle is handcrafted in the UK by our small team, led by founders Ray and Colin. Care, creativity, and expertise go into every batch - so each candle is truly special, made by people who genuinely love what they do.
Raymond is a doctor and qualified pharmacist, and Colin is the artist behind our distinctive visual world. Together, they bring care, curiosity and attention to detail to every scent and design.
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCES
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CJ CAMERONI was captivated by the gorgeous Gothic packaging and artwork. The scents are subtle yet lasting - after lighting "Decapitation," my home was beautifully filled with fragrance that lingered for hours. I’m so impressed, I’m already ordering again!
R JENKINSStunning packaging and designs, with candles that smell and burn beautifully. The products are top notch, and the customer service is outstanding. I’ll definitely be ordering again thank you :D
P. BURKWOODVery refreshing to deal with a company with a great quality product who also extends that quality to their service, packaging and delivery...
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