Let me just start off by saying that I am very passionate about candles—I have three burning in my apartment at any given moment and also have a shelf dedicated to the ones that are "just for display." Most people will try to tell you that the more well-known brands (ahem, Diptyque) aren't worth the price, but you and I both know that there's nothing better than laying on the couch next to a dreamy candle that looks and smells good. Stock up on our top picks, ahead, that will carry you through all four seasons from pine to wood sage to sea salt to vanilla bean.
File this candle under: thing I would obsessively spend my Anthropologie discount on when I worked there. Voluspa's gorgeous Mokara scent is a coconuty blend of goodness that will leave any room feeling fresh and clean.
It's not Le Labo's classic Santal 33, but it's the next best thing. Santal 26 is blended with amber, coco, vanilla, cedar, spices, musk, and sandalwood for a scent that's just the right hint of intoxicating.
With an 80-hour burn time, Lumira's Arabian Oud will transport you to the Middle East mostly thanks to oud, a rich wood scent, mixed with rose and sandalwood.
For all of my book lovers out there, Byredo's Bibliothéque will leave you feeling nostalgic for all of the libraries you've found yourself wandering in over the years. Think: Peach and plum topped with peony, violet, leather, patchouli, and vanilla.
Yes, this is the candle your friend has been obsessing over for years (and for good reason). If you already own Baies, try Figuier or Verveine, which smells equally as amazing as Baies' rosy presence.
There's a reason why this is Anthropologie's top-selling candle: Its gorgeous exterior is at home in nearly any room and the perfection of its beachy scent—tropical fruits, sugared oranges, lemons, limes, and mountain greens—can't be denied.
This modern candle with 55 hours of burn time is made from a rich blend of coconut wax and beeswax, and infused with dry hay and coal, as well as a dash of juniper berry.
Wake up near the ocean with Brooklinen's "Wake" candle. The home brand isn't only known for its soft and comfortable sheets—it has a small candle collection with the option to buy one regular size or a four-piece mini candle set.
Alexa, play "A Thousand Miles." Homesick candles are great gifts for friends and family who live far away from you, complete with customized scents depending on the state you choose.
Light up Aromatherapy's eucalyptus and spearmint candle, take a deep breath, and feel the stress slowly release from your body. I own the lotion, and I get compliments every time I put it on. Trust.
Outdoor Fellow's candles, handmade in NYC, never disappoint. No.15 features a Earth-y mix of lavender, cedarwood, pine needle, and a hint of rosemary. Five percent of proceeds support The Trust for Public Land—an organization that protects the environment by preventing public lands from being built on.
Forget a fancy piece of art—this porcelain candle can double as a table centerpiece or a nice addition to your not-at-all-in-any-way-cluttered dresser. Its pink pepper and sage balsam scent is ideal for burning year-round. Also noteworthy: If you don't want the wax to run out quickly, you can buy this candle warmer to release the scent without lighting the wick.
Earth signs will appreciate this mixture of amber, pepper, pine, cedarwood, and light vanilla. The California-based brand began as an Etsy pop-up shop and later found itself in West Elms across the country.
Who says you can't burn a holiday candle year-round? Get in the spirit with Rifle Paper Co.'s beautifully illustrated cranberry, balsam fir, and cedarwood-scented candle. After it's done, use it as a pen/pencil holder for the office or as a mini vase.
Can't decide between this and the other Nest candle I mentioned earlier? Consider this one more "springtime appropriate," giving off a blend of flowering bamboo mixed with white florals, sparkling citrus, and fresh green accords. Approximate burn time: 60 hours.
Elizabeth and James' signature Nirvana scent is now available in a matte black frame—a sleek upgrade to your home decor. It's infused with violet, sandalwood, and vanilla accents. Sexy and dark.
This 100 percent soy wax candle releases baking spices and juniper berries for 75 hours (!) and encourages lighting up for some Netflix and Chill, a.k.a our ideal Saturday day.
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Rachel EpsteinAssociate Digital EditorRachel Epstein is the associate editor at MarieClaire.com, where she covers celeb and royals news, culture, lifestyle, and politics.
