There’s something special about the way autumn arrives.
It doesn’t rush in. It creeps — slowly, quietly — through the trees and across the sky. A cooler breeze in the mornings. A softness to the light. The first fallen leaves gathering at the edges of the path.
Here at The Wild Glen, autumn is our favourite season. It’s when everything starts to slow down, settle, and turn inward. And it also marks the beginning of something we look forward to all year: candle season.
Autumn brings with it a feeling of stillness. The busyness of summer fades, the air smells of damp moss and woodsmoke, and the days start asking for woolly jumpers, hot drinks, and flickering light.
It’s a season for walking, watching, and wondering — for noticing the way nature lets go.
If you're local to Wicklow, we always recommend a visit to Deputy’s Pass or Carrick in early autumn. The trails are peaceful, the bracken starts to turn golden, and the scent of the forest is rich and grounding. It’s the kind of walk that stays with you.
The Return of Candle Season
As the evenings draw in, so does our instinct to create cosiness at home. Lighting a candle becomes more than just scent — it’s a ritual, a way to mark the shift from day to evening, from outside to in.
This is the time of year we always look forward to. The beginning of candle season means warming, grounding blends. Think: smoky woods, soft spice, earthy notes and gentle glows.
If you’re looking for the perfect scent to match the season, our Forest Ember candle was made with this exact feeling in mind — like stepping back from a woodland walk into the soft warmth of home.
Simple Ways to Embrace the Season
If you’re craving a slower pace and a deeper connection to autumn, here are a few ideas to help you ease into the months ahead:
- Take a forest walk and notice how the trees are changing
- Collect a few leaves, berries or bits of moss for a seasonal corner at home
- Light a candle just after sunset — let it become your daily pause
- Make a warm drink, open a window, and breathe in the cool evening air
- Sit quietly, even for five minutes — no phone, no to-do list, just stillness
Let Autumn In
This is the season for gentleness. For turning inwards. For creating warmth and beauty in small, simple ways.
Whether you’re wandering through golden trees or curled up under a blanket at home, we hope this autumn brings you a sense of calm and comfort.
And if you’re ready to welcome in candle season, we’ve got just the thing.
Explore our full Autumn Candle Collection — inspired by forest walks, misty mornings, and the quiet beauty of the season.