My story starts in a garden in East London.
My mother was a gardener. Our large front garden was her pride—filled with plants she tended carefully, seasonally, with love. But her favourite, the one she came back to year after year, was the Gardenia.
I remember the scent of those blooms filling our home. It meant she was there. It meant we were safe. It meant home.
When I decided to make candles, that scent was the first one I chose. Not because it's fashionable or on-trend, but because it mattered. It still matters.
I pour candles in small batches because that's the only way I know how to make something very special that I can be proud of. Each batch gets my full attention—from measuring the wax to choosing the fragrance to pouring each candle by hand.
When they sell out, I pour more. It's that simple.
This isn't a factory. There's no production line, no employees, no rush to scale. Just me in my East London studio, making candles the way my mother tended her garden—slowly, carefully, with intention and care.
Quality over quantity. Thoughtfulness over trends. Making things that matter, even if they're small.
Every candle I make honours the home my mother created and the care she put into beautiful, small things. When you light a Clare' Mont candle, you're part of that legacy.
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How The Business Evolved
Driven by a deep appreciation for how scent can transform a space and evoke cherished memories, Coral (the heart and hands behind what would become Clare` Mont Candles London) began to dream of sharing this joy through handcrafted candles.
With a vision and a determined spirit, Clare` Mont Candles London officially began its journey. What started as a personal passion was now taking its first steps as a business.
The initial months were a dedicated exploration into the art and science of candle making. Countless hours were spent meticulously testing various waxes, wicks and fragrance oils. The journey was filled with its share of challenges, but the unwavering pursuit of the perfect combination fuelled the process.
After persistent experimentation, the ideal harmony of wax, wick and fragrance oil finally began to emerge. Each successful blend was a moment of pure joy, bringing Coral's vision of evocative scents to life.
With the foundational elements perfected, Clare` Mont Candles London is now poised to share its handcrafted candles. The aim is simple: to bring the joy of beautiful fragrance and the wonderful memories it evokes into the homes and lives of customers. Because, as Coral believes, experiencing the magic of scent is a truly wonderful experience for everyone.
As Clare` Mont Candles London continues to grow, the core passion remains the same: to craft high-quality candles that not only smell beautiful but also spark joy and connection through the power of fragrance.
