A – After spending time together we noticed we were both being drawn to similar ideas and moods, which has developed organically over time as we both kept sharing to our Instagram – a mood board which largely shaped the brand. 

E - We have always been very interested in scent and how it can evoke such strong emotions and memories of people and places. We were particularly interested in capturing scents from different interiors and gardens through time and giving that a contemporary context.  

E - We are particularly drawn to a collection of fragrance by Italian nose, Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who has a small store in the back streets of Rome called ‘Essenzialmente Laura’. Her ‘Incenso Delle Chiese di Roma’ has well and truly captured the scent of a Roman church. 

A - The winter garden of Cecil Beaton’s Reddish House at the time he was residing in it in 1955. The walls were covered in beautiful climbing English roses, surrounded by heavily scented lilies, violets and geraniums. We would love to spend some time here, taking in the scent and surroundings.  

E – Constance Spry’s collection for the Fulham Pottery has largely inspired the matte (bisque) finish of our twin-handled vessel. Austin had been collecting them for years; so we found it fascinating to see how well that type of finish had aged and become more beautiful with time.  Our objective with our candles was to create something that was enduring once the wax had been burnt through. In terms of the brands’ palette – we were both drawn to the soft, muted tones of Lucian Freud’s work and his penchant for greenery. 

A - We both work in interiors and prefer spaces with history, character and thoughtfulness. We appreciate a bygone era where things were made with care and attention to detail. 

A - Everything we love has been made with intent and becomes more beautiful with age. We want the things we create to be just as special and treasured in years to come as they are now.  

E – Augustine is quite monastic and is reminiscent of an old church by the sea; wood, cold marble and earth. Cyrus is our greener fragrance which captures the scent of forest haze after a rainstorm. And finally, Of Gardens was inspired by a 1625 essay by Francis Bacon; which speaks of the joys of gardening and the ‘breath of flowers’ that a carefully curated garden can provide. 

A - In the colder months I would lean towards duck ragu with fresh pappardelle.  In the warmer months, an Ottolenghi sweet potato salad, hummus and grains.  

E - Absolutely. I usually line the table with fresh flowers in a few different vases and a few of our Moro Dabron candle vessels, which give off a gentle glow. Soft lighting is such an important element to the atmosphere of any dinner party. 

A - I feel the same, our candle vessels make the perfect vase for stems once they’re burned through and the best light can be achieved with small lamps dotted around the room.  

A - I walk to the local farmers market every Saturday for semolina sourdough, Legbar eggs, herbs and good quality butter.  I find breakfast to be the meal where you can splurge on the most luxurious, honest ingredients and still remain within a humble budget. 

E - The pancakes from the Rose Bakery recipe book is a favourite in my household, and a bit of a Sunday ritual.  

A -We are currently expanding our product range to include some new fragrances. We also have some exciting collaborations on the horizon. More on this soon!