Scent Genre: Woody Spicy - Opulent | Warm | Indulgent

"Luscious sugared plum, spiced clove, and smoky incense wrapped in velvety woods."

Inspiration

A dance of dark enchantment, Gilded Sugarplum reimagines festive nostalgia with a sultry, opulent twist. Step inside a grand Belle Époque theatre, where flickering candlelight casts golden shadows across gilded balconies, and the air is rich with sugared plums, aged liqueur, and smouldering incense. As the final notes of the overture linger, sandalwood, cashmere woods, and musk unfold in a slow-burning indulgence - deep, smooth, and utterly mesmerising.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes: Clove, Plum, Grapefruit
Heart Notes: Incense, Transparent Florals, Marine
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Cashmere Woods, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Musk

Overall Ambience

Gilded Sugarplum is a fragrance of festive grandeur - rich, warm, and intoxicatingly decadent, perfect for winter’s most magical moments.

The Story of ‘Gilded Sugarplum’

The theatre glows with flickering candlelight, its gilded balconies and silk-draped boxes filled with an eager audience. The air hums with quiet anticipation as the orchestra takes its place, and the first notes of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker swell through the grand hall. The curtains rise, revealing a world of enchantment - an opulent dreamscape where fantasy and reality blur in a spellbinding waltz of decadence and delight.

“A Ballet of Shadows and Light”

Gilded Sugarplum is a Woody Spicy composition - opulent, warm, and indulgent. Inspired by the grandeur of Belle Époque theatres, this scent evokes the magic of the stage, the hush of velvet-draped salons, and the decadent indulgence of winter’s most elegant soirées.

Top Notes: Clove, Plum, Grapefruit
The fragrance opens with the rich sweetness of plum, balanced by the warming spice of clove and the bright spark of grapefruit. This first impression is as exhilarating as the overture, setting the stage for a scent that unfolds with dramatic elegance.

Heart Notes: Incense, Transparent Florals, Marine
As the waltz deepens, smoky incense and airy florals emerge, adding layers of intrigue and sensuality. Their ethereal presence swirls like delicate notes of a symphony, suspended in the grand theatre’s gilded expanse.

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Cashmere Woods, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Musk
The final act is a slow-burning indulgence - sandalwood, cashmere woods, and cedarwood wrap the air in warmth, while whispers of patchouli and musk lend a lingering depth, as intoxicating as the final, sweeping movement of the ballet.

“A Waltz of Winter’s Gilded Decadence”
 

Velvet drapes billow as ballerinas twirl in a golden dream, each movement a delicate interplay of shadow and light, desire and indulgence. At intermission, guests retreat to candlelit salons, sipping golden brandy and reaching for sugared confections, their crystalline sweetness dissolving on the tongue. The scent of burnished woods and incense lingers in the air, capturing the magic of an evening steeped in velvet and gold.

This is not the sugarplum of childhood dreams. It is something richer, darker - a ballet of shadows and light, of winter’s gilded decadence, captured in scent.

 

Customers placing orders for delivery outside of the United Kingdom are solely responsible for any and all customs charges, import duties, local taxes, and processing or handling fees that may be levied by the destination country.

Delivery Information

Each of our fragranced candles is securely packaged and entrusted to our select courier partners to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. While our floral designs are delivered by our signature white glove service, our candles are shipped with the same attention to detail and care via courier. Delivery options vary by location and order size, with both standard and express services available to suit your needs.

Should you have any questions regarding your delivery, please contact our team at voby@neillstrain.com or call us on +44 (0)20 7235 6469. We will be delighted to assist you.

US Delivery Notice

Please be advised that US Customs have removed the $800 tax-free allowance. This means that all orders sent to the United States will now incur import duties and taxes, regardless of their value.

US customers will be responsible for accepting and paying these charges directly to Customs before delivery can be completed.

Candle Care Guide

For the perfect burn and long-lasting fragrance

Your Neill Strain Floral Couture candle has been meticulously crafted to bring luxury and refinement into your space. Follow these simple care tips to ensure the best experience.

Before You Light

- Trim the wick to 5mm before each burn to ensure a clean, even flame and prevent excessive smoke.
- Place on a heat-resistant surface away from drafts, curtains, and flammable materials.
- Allow the wax to settle at room temperature before lighting for the first time.

During Use

- Let the wax pool – Burn until the melted wax reaches the edges of the vessel (typically 2-3 hours) to prevent tunnelling.
- Do not burn for more than 4 hours at a time to maintain an optimal scent throw and candle longevity.
- Keep away from children and pets and never leave a burning candle unattended.

After Each Burn

- Extinguish gently – Use a snuffer or blow softly to avoid wax splatter.
- Re-centre the wick while the wax is still warm to ensure an even burn next time.
- Allow the wax to cool completely before relighting or moving the candle.

Maximising Your Candle’s Life

- Stop using your candle when 10mm of wax remains to prevent overheating the vessel.
- Reuse or recycle the glass container – Once the wax is fully used, clean the vessel with warm water and repurpose it elegantly.

Storing Your Candle

- Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent wax discoloration.
- Store in a cool, dry place to preserve the fragrance’s integrity.

Each candle is hand-poured and infused with the finest fragrance blends, ensuring an exquisite sensory experience. We hope it brings warmth, beauty, and indulgence to your home.

Neill Strain Floral Couture – Floral Masterpieces for Life’s Most Beautiful Moments.

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At Neill Strain Floral Couture, beauty is more than skin deep. With every candle you purchase, we fund the planting of one native tree in an area severely affected by deforestation. Through our partnership with the award-winning environmental initiative JUST ONE Tree, your support helps restore vital ecosystems, empower local communities, and contribute to the fight against climate change - one beautifully scented moment at a time.

Together, we’re reforesting the planet, one candle at a time.