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20 Chic, Luxury Candles to Keep Your Space Fresh All Day Long

20 Chic, Luxury Candles to Keep Your Space Fresh All Day Long

20 Chic, Luxury Candles to Keep Your Space Fresh All Day Long

Your room is going to smell so good, you might not want to leave.

a couple of candles in a glass jarCourtesy of Boy Smells

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Although small, the ambient effect of a good luxury candle is powerful. No matter what you’re up to, whatever scent you select, and which room you pick, candles just make every space feel—and smell—a little nicer. The right scent will set the mood and impact your disposition with just one sniff. And there are endless options. There are fragrances intended for cooking, channeling your creative side, or bringing back fond memories.

“Candles, by nature, are social comforts, whether we are sharing light in a dark space or the transportive elements of the fragrance,” says Michael Carby, senior perfumer at Givaudan. “They can be enjoyed amongst many or one’s self, providing a special moment of self-care and wellbeing. They also make for a thoughtful gift to enhance or contrast a living space, whether that be for someone else or yourself.” I couldn’t agree more. It’s an easy item to stash away and dip into when you need a last-minute housewarming gift or a present for your best friend.

  • Bright, Hot Candle

    If You Adore British Hunks

    Pleasing Bright, Hot Candle

  • Big Flirt

    If You’re a Foodie

    Snif Big Flirt

  • Temper Affectionate

    If You Like Layered Scent Notes

    Liis Fragrances Temper Affectionate

To offer you only the finest selection of luxury candles, I considered scent notes, customer reviews, burn time, wax type, and uniqueness. Ahead, find 20 of my favorite luxury candles.

Bright, Hot Candle
If You Adore British Hunks

Pleasing Bright, Hot Candle

  • Stylish vessel can be reused
  • Burn time is unclear

Harry Styles’ brand Pleasing recently released fragrances for the first time, which can now be enjoyed in the form of a candle.

Scent notes: Plum, tobacco leaves, cedarwood, vanilla, amber

Wax type: Soy

Burn time: N/A

Big Flirt
If You’re a Foodie

Snif Big Flirt

  • All natural and non-toxic
  • Available in three sizes

Snif is known for its gourmand perfumes, which make you smell good enough to eat. Naturally, its candles are just as tantalizing. Can’t decide which one to choose? Snif offers a DIY bundle of any three scents of your choice.

Scent notes: Wild strawberry, champagne, chocolate ganache, jasmine, vanilla, patchouli

Wax type: Soy and vegetable wax

Burn time: 50+ (for 8.5 ounces)

Customer review: “Luxurious, sexy, yummy. When I burn this candle, I imagine myself in a plush robe at a 5-star hotel eating chocolate-covered strawberries. It’s perfectly balanced and not overly sweet.”

Temper Affectionate
If You Like Layered Scent Notes

Liis Fragrances Temper Affectionate

  • Well-priced
  • Soy and coconut wax
  • Pretty vessel
Cons

I love when fragrance houses offer sophisticated note blends that venture away from the classic—if not overused—favorites. Liis, for example, offers candles with notes like clementine, key lime, and tea leaves.

Scent notes: Mandarin peel, ginger, nectarine, candied violet, amber, papyrus, sandalwood

Wax type: Soy and coconut

Burn time: 50 hours

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Replica Springtime In The Park Candle
If You Like Fresh Floral Scents

Maison Margiela Replica Springtime In The Park Candle

  • Variety of unique scent options
  • Paraffin Wax

A candle brand might not be what you’d expect from fashion house Maison Margiela, but Replica’s fragrances have been wildly successful for their unique and specifically named offerings like “Jazz Club” and “On a Date.”

Scent notes: Lily of the Valley, jasmine, pea

Wax type: Paraffin

Burn time: 40 hours

Customer review: “This is my favorite candle in this brand. It’s worth the money.”

Signature Candle

If You Need a Staycation

Hotel Lobby Candle Signature Candle

  • Sleeper hit
  • Natural wax
  • Strong

My sister tried to steal this candle from me, for whatever it’s worth. It’s a bold and strong scent that would work equally well in a kitchen, office, or man cave.

Scent notes: Agarwood, vetiver, atlas cedar

Wax type: Natural soy wax

Burn time: 65 hours

Wild Mint & Eucalyptus Classic Candle
If You Like Aromatherapy

NEST Wild Mint & Eucalyptus Classic Candle

  • Therapeutic
  • Long burn time
Cons
  • Paraffin wax

This is one of my favorite candles of all time. So much so that I barely ever burn it because I want it to last forever. It smells like a trip to the spa or a meditation class—soothing, fresh, and rejuvenating.

Scent notes: Wild mint, eucalyptus, basil, Thai ginger, rosemary, lavender, sage, cedar leaves

Wax type: Food-grade paraffin wax

Burn time: 100–120 hours

Dolce Vita Candle
If You Dream of Trip to Tuscany

Dolce Vita Dolce Vita Candle

  • Complex profile
  • Soy wax
  • Affordable
In an alternate universe, I’m stirring a pitcher of sangria on my vineyard’s veranda. This is the candle I have burning.

Scent notes: Bergamot, clove leaf, cashmere, golden amber, cedarwood, creamy nutmeg

Wax type: Soy wax

Burn time: 60–70 hours

Customer review: “Blissful. This candle never loses its fragrant scent. I ordered three because I don’t want to run out.”

Carby Musk Candle
If You Love Canadian Popstars

Better World Fragrance House Carby Musk Candle

  • Soy wax
  • Lingering scent
  • Mixed reviews
  • Polarizing scent

Drake makes candles, did you know that? I didn’t, but each of the exclusive fragances is designed to evoke a specific feeling or sense of nostalgia. This one in particular was created with technology that enables the scent to linger in the space even after its been blown out. Perhaps this candle will be the best you ever had.

Scent notes: Floral, amber, musk, marine

Wax type: Soy wax blend

Burn time: 48–63 hours

Customer review: “Such a sophisticated scent I get so many compliments on how good my house smells. Absolutely perfect!”

Cucumber Candle
If You Can’t Resist a Chic Vessel

Loewe Cucumber Candle

  • Designer
  • Reusable canister
  • Natural wax
  • Expensive

For fashion girls and anyone else who appreciates the luxe things in life, Loewe’s candles are all the rage. They’re sold in a variety of sizes and scents, but each comes in a beautiful container.

Scent notes: Cucumber, fresh mint

Wax type: Vegetable wax

Burn time: 50 hours

Abd El Kader Classic Candle

If You Like Complex Fragrances

Trudon Abd El Kader Classic Candle

  • Elegant
  • Natural wax
  • Expensive

This French candle company doesn’t mess around. Mint, ginger, and clove are just a few of the glorious notes that will fill your home when this candle is lit.

Scent notes: Jasmine, spearmint, lemon, blackcurrant bud, apple, ginger, clove

Wax type: Vegetable wax

Burn time: 55–60 hours

Customer review: “I have one and feel it’s the best candle ever, amazing scent and so beautiful.”

Lime Basil & Mandarin Deluxe Candle
If You Like Ripe Green Aromas

Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin Deluxe Candle

  • Variety of scent options
  • Fan favorite
  • Natural wax blend
  • Expensive

Jo Malone candles are, of course, some of the most popular luxury candles on the market. Take it from us, this is one buzzy brand that lives up to all the chatter. You can’t go wrong with any of the line’s scents, but this one, in particular, is a crowd favorite.

Scent notes: Lime, mandarin orange, bergamot, basil, thyme, lilac, iris, vetiver, patchouli

Wax type: Beeswax, soy, and coconut wax blend

Burn time: 90 hours

Scented Candle

If You Want ALL the Compliments

Capri Blue Scented Candle

  • Reasonably priced
  • Crowd pleaser
  • Long burn time
  • Includes some paraffin wax

I’ve made it a priority to stop at Anthropologie nearly every time I’ve gone to the mall since middle school. I have two reasons for this: the window displays and the candle selection, which always included this delightful scent.

Scent notes: Tropical fruits, sugared oranges, lemon, lime, exotic mountain greens

Wax type: Soy with food-grade paraffin wax

Burn time: 85 hours

 Hinoki Fantome Magnum Candle
If You’re the Trendy Type

Boy Smells Hinoki Fantome Magnum Candle

  • Trendy
  • Unique scent options
  • Cute vessel
  • Long burn time
  • Natural wax blend

Boy Smells seems like it could be the official candle company of Instagram influencers. If there’s anything we know about influencers, they should always be trusted.

Scent notes: Japanese cypress, jasmine petals, spice notes, moss

Wax type: Coconut and beeswax blend

Burn time: 110 hours

 

Bergamot & Jasmine Scented

If You’re a Bargain Hunter

Benevolence LA Bergamot & Jasmine Scented

  • Affordable
  • Variety of scent options
  • Soy wax
Cons

Don’t forget—luxury items live on Amazon, too. This bestselling option is affordable and boasts thousands of positive reviews.

Scent notes: Bergamot, jasmine

Wax type: Soy wax

Burn time: 45 hours

Santal 26 Candle
If You’re a Quality Snob

Le Labo Santal 26 Candle

  • Elegant
  • Cult Following
  • Natural wax
  • Expensive

You know and love Le Labo’s body fragrances, so of course the brand’s candles are equally covetable.

Scent notes: Amber, coco, vanilla, cedar, spices, musk, sandalwood

Wax type: Soy wax

Burn time: 60 hours

 

Tubéreuse Classic Candle
If You’re Treating Yourself

Diptyque Tubéreuse Classic Candle

  • Iconic brand
  • Popular scents
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Paraffin wax

Diptyque is the status candle of all status candles. (That’s twice more than I ever imagined I’d say “status candle.”) And while candle connoisseurs debate which fragrance is best, this scent is a unanimous favorite.

Scent notes: Tuberose

Wax type: Paraffin wax

Burn time: 60 hours

Customer review: “Honestly the best scent from Diptyque…it is quite strong but not in a way that’s overpowering when you breathe it in deeply, simply gorgeous.”

Bohemia Bougie Parfumée Scented Candle
If You’re a Free Spirit

Byredo Bohemia Bougie Parfumée Scented Candle

  • Trendy brand
  • Lots of scent options
  • Natural waxes
First made famous for its “Gypsy Water” perfume, Byredo is one of my personal favorite candle brands and these make fantastic gifts.

Scent notes: Rum, geranium, rosemary, vanilla, sandalwood, oak moss

Wax type: Beeswax and vegetable wax

Burn time: 60 hours

Customer review: “I bought this a couple of months ago, in the height of lockdown so I could create a really nice home office environment. I am a fan of musky, smoky smells and this candle is just perfect. Burns evenly and smells heavenly.”

Baccarat Rouge 540 Scented Candle
If Your Friend Won’t Stop Talking This Perfume

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Scented Candle

  • Natural wax
  • Viral scent
  • Expensive

When did everyone become obsessed with the Baccarat Rouge perfume? I don’t know, but it’s all I’ve been hearing about lately. While the perfume is pretty expensive, you can snag the candle version with a slightly smaller price tag.

Scent notes: Florals, ambers, jasmine, saffron, cedar wood, gray amber

Wax type: Soy wax

Burn time: 55 hours

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Trento Sicilian Thyme Candle Green Marble Large
If You’re Trying to Set a Vibe

Soho Home Trento Sicilian Thyme Candle Green Marble Large

  • Beautiful reusable vessel
  • Natural waxes
  • Expensive

Sometimes it’s not about the scent at all; It’s about the vessel. Whether it’s in a reusable jar or a beautiful vase, pretty candles are objectively the best.

Scent notes: Thyme, pine, amber

Wax type: Mineral and vegetable wax

Burn time: 45–50 hours

Nuits de Noho Scented Candle
If You’re Unwinding

Bond No. 9 New York Nuits de Noho Scented Candle

  • Strong scent
  • Expensive

High-quality candles are often evaluated by throw, which is the word for a candle’s efficacy at filling a space with fragrance. Translation: Does the candle make your whole house smell good, or do you have to stand directly in front of it to get a whiff? Well, this candle has a remarkable throw.