Our Story

Modern botanicals was born from a lifetime infatuation with flowers, nature, candles and scent.

Created by florist Charlie Smith with husband Dan, a natural history filmmaker.

Together they bring a passion for nature, design and beautifully crafted fragrance.

We've always been fascinated by the sensory power of nature in both floristry and natural history film: how it can change the mood, evoke a memory or calm the mind. For us, Modern Botanicals is the natural next chapter.

The finest quality fragrance and essential oils are expertly layered to create the final complex scent which will take you on a journey.

Far from bland or generic, each statement scent is unique and can take up to a year to create. They are then tested over many months and adjusted to get the perfect burn and optimal scent throw. 

For inspiration we look to nature and the changing of the seasons. Each has its own scents, colours and textures and as with floristry, this is where we begin.

The dramatic blooms, warm hazy days and intoxicating floral scents of summer give way to Autumn's intricate seedpods, falling leaves and the earthy scent of wet moss and petrichor.

Winter's crisp mornings, beautiful berries and delicate snowdrops in winter woodlands lead to the fresh, promising new shoots of spring bulbs and their sweet scent. 

As each season comes to an end the next unfolds bringing with it new beginnings and exciting possibilities.

Each scent within our core collection encapsulates the essence of each season, bringing the wonder of the outside in, to connect your space with nature.