{"id":182185,"date":"2025-09-12T11:33:28","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T10:33:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centmagazine.co.uk\/?p=182185"},"modified":"2025-09-12T11:43:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T10:43:59","slug":"wrapped-up-in-the-luxury-villa-monastero-lake-como-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.centmagazine.co.uk\/?p=182185","title":{"rendered":"Wrapped Up In The Luxury: Villa Monastero, Lake Como, Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e7ddd282abbc4ce6c95f5022cc460752 wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine lighting a candle and letting it transport you to one of the most beautiful places in the world: Lake Como, Italy. It&#8217;s late April, and the days are finally longer. At seven p.m., the sun hasn\u2019t yet set. The bright rays feel warm on your skin as you walk through a luxurious Italian villa. Perhaps that&#8217;s Villa Monastero botanical gardens. Centuries ago it wasn&#8217;t a villa at all, but an ancient Cistercian monastery. Curious to think a place full of sweet Wisteria and grandeur was once a quiet locus of monastic life. Find out how a new scent candle is <em>Wrapped Up In The Luxury: Villa Monastero, Lake Como, Italy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed2e513a205b02e2f13cfd18d020299d wp-block-paragraph\">We do tend to love places full of history, whether this be grand buildings or rich gardens. Imagine strolling amongst the statues, built from faded marble; envision waking up to the view of the clear-blue lake, and the scent of flora and fauna in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8e3b070eeba8ff31267b564b8b12ecf5 wp-block-paragraph\">Suddenly, feel overcome with the wish to leave the urban lifestyle behind in favour of this Edenic temptation. Maybe not a luxurious villa, but a place near Lake Como, Italy, soaking in the atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0431a89d14362b2c1fced41b07e748f9 wp-block-paragraph\">There in this garden paradise, the little fountain calls out &#8216;dip your hand in&#8217;, and the coolness of the water feels like a magical elixir. The splash hits the wild Wisteria, like crystals in the sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dbc425a1d09b1ea5a7f97bc39a5a27f5 wp-block-paragraph\">The surrounding florals have an emotive pull, pink Roses reminiscent of childhood gardens, Jasmine so decadent and regal, fluffy-headed Hydrangeas, and more opulent drooping Wisteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-beb93fc7b61d114ddb70c9021be27500 wp-block-paragraph\">Feel the very spirit sewn between the bulbs by the Mornico family, who reconstructed the Villa Monastero with its botanical gardens from a monastery into their home in 1645.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e7fa20adf55f6811c1ed30b14faeaff1 wp-block-paragraph\">The ever-changing owners of the villa filled it with exotic vegetation, including deep green American and African palms, bright, vital citrus fruits, and pretty pink Oleanders. But were the flowers always there, bright and playful, since the days of the monastery? Or did the daughters of the Mornico family choose varieties that reminded them most of their affluent youth?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10fed5bab3172da265a11ff34b939e2b wp-block-paragraph\">Surrounded by snow-capped Alps and countless trees, breathing in the fragrant, sweet nectar of the purple and white Wisterias, the natural environment that envelops the villa is a luxury of its own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-534d9a6fcebde7f544f0069759ab8f65 wp-block-paragraph\">Many are said to find love in Italy, but here, the love is all around. Dreamy and sensual, and that does not have to be mere escapist fiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-698d1abb5d4b41ca62d4badbaf7e381b wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bring The Allure Of Lake Como Into Your Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f139d4655744dfb9bae44c482de3bbf8 wp-block-paragraph\">Luckily, our olfactory senses can transport us into the Wisteria-filled walkways and slow, relaxing boat rides along Lake Como. While catching a flight to Italy may not be on everyone&#8217;s immediate to-do list, filling the home with a magical scent can be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e505508dac2325e6f1f732f11734b272 wp-block-paragraph\">Perfumery house Told London has just come out with an elegant soy-wax \u2018Dancing Light, Lake Como Candle\u2019, inspired by the founding couple\u2019s current home base of this most renowned area. Candles set the mood, and they help us unwind. And there is no better way to put the mind at ease than to think of an Italian holiday destination.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.centmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dancing-light-lake-como-candle-300g-lid-off-silk-cropped_1-copy.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"580\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.centmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dancing-light-lake-como-candle-300g-lid-off-silk-cropped_1-copy.jpg?resize=580%2C725&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Wrapped Up In The Luxury Of Villa Monastero Told Candle\" class=\"wp-image-182187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.centmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dancing-light-lake-como-candle-300g-lid-off-silk-cropped_1-copy.jpg?w=650&amp;ssl=1 650w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.centmagazine.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/dancing-light-lake-como-candle-300g-lid-off-silk-cropped_1-copy.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-764d886a72b60e8189bbfccbea7e1bc2 wp-block-paragraph\">Lake Como candle\u2019s scent palette embodies the serenity that lingers through the picturesque Italian region, filled with natural bliss. The top notes of Fig Leaf, Honeysuckle and an Aquatic Accord are reminiscent of a city during the hot summer months, where being by the water is all you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-310414ce4991128934abe9a675ba7a2d wp-block-paragraph\">The floral heart notes of Muguet, Wisteria, Magnolia and Star Jasmine bring the romantic nostalgia.  The base notes, consisting of Musk, Cedarwood and Sandalwood, give the candle its depth and longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-039aeaa3ca3df9ad357d02e91e509f3b wp-block-paragraph\">A huge amount of work alongside the perfumer, Nic Mastenbroek&nbsp;and the Told Family has brought this magical location to the homes of all. In order to bring longevity and stability to this candle, Nic created three accords to fully power the floral-watery scent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e46914fa9eaff81948d1da4088cdd554 wp-block-paragraph\">The initial accord, a grouping of notes that create one note, is an aquatic accord. This is, of course, a lake rather than a sea, so this scent is not so much about salty water but a lake essence. With the essence of grasses, woods, and the flora and fauna, they meld smoothly with the water. It&#8217;s an uplifting, vibrant accord that adds a fresh, intriguing note to the candle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-60121815d9a928fc2fa967636c29db38 wp-block-paragraph\">Next up comes the Wisteria Accord. This beautiful drooping Lilac flower smells&nbsp;sweet, musky, and floral, and is often described as a mix of Roses, Honey-facets, and delicate Freesia. Also in this &#8216;make up&#8217;, find a soft lingering greenness that allows for floral sweetness but a fresher, brighter trail to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6a69eaafffac4a19a1e99c74ea3e64f8 wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, the base notes are the woods. Here, the Sandlawood accord brings the creamy wood it&#8217;s famous for, but alongside it, a musky, almost sweet spice joyousness abounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7403f081bfe3bb7213f2b9af2b66ec36 wp-block-paragraph\">The culmination means that the delicate florals that are sweet and honeyed intertwine with the bracing freshness of the lake waters and comforting creamy woods, wrapping together the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a41e78d6801360647e9daa9b61476a43 wp-block-paragraph\">Scents have the power to transport us anywhere on Earth. Whether that&#8217;s a lavish Italian villa or a state of bliss, we may not always be able to carve out the time of our busy schedules to travel far. And with colder months approaching, it is almost an ritualistic to cuddle up in a blanket and light a candle. The Told &#8216;Dancing Light, Lake Como Candle&#8217; will fill any room with the relaxed comfort of nature and luxurious privilege to unwind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dbc56c5e4be3e59cf3645c2ebf240ae0 wp-block-paragraph\">Find your more about Toldlondon.com &#8216;Dancing Light, Lake Como Candle&#8217; <a href=\"https:\/\/toldlondon.com\/products\/dancing-light-como-fragranced-candle-300g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fbf926844ca7d064739d8ecbda4ee0b8 wp-block-paragraph\">If you enjoyed<em> Wrapped Up In The Luxury: Villa Monastero, Lake Como, Italy, <\/em>why not read <em><a href=\"https:\/\/staging.centmagazine.co.uk\/the-meaning-of-haute-couture-luxury-in-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Meaning Of Haute Couture Luxury In 2025<\/a><\/em>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b3f9e782d04d2888bcd3859769580320 wp-block-paragraph\">.Cent Magazine; London.<strong><em> Luxury Mindset<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine lighting a candle and letting it transport you to one of the most beautiful places in the world: Lake&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":324,"featured_media":182252,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[16616],"tags":[2940,1531,16986,16988,16987],"features_issues":[16974],"featured_themes":[16953],"ppma_author":[16977],"class_list":["post-182185","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-beauty-fragrance","tag-candle","tag-italy","tag-lake-como","tag-luxury-destination","tag-luxury-villa","features_issues-formless","featured_themes-formless"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Wrapped Up In The Luxury: Villa Monastero, Lake Como, Italy | Cent Magazine<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Imagine lighting a candle and letting it transport you to one of the most beautiful places in the world: Lake Como. 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