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We consider the best scented candle gifts the skeleton key of presents, since they're ideal for just about any type of person—especially those on your shopping list who have you stumped. And with so many fragrant options to choose from, we understand that it can sometimes be tough to narrow down the right choice for a close friend or family member.
Whether you're looking for a customizable set or a one-and-done luxe find, we've rounded up our short list of the best scented candle gifts you might consider keeping for yourself. We're betting these mood-setting picks from Loewe, D.S. and Durga, and others, are sure to bring a smile to a your giftee's face. Read on for the top fail-safe and supremely elevated home fragrance picks for anyone with a discerning nose.
Here's a 9.5-ounce candle that features the soothing scent of Moroccan mint tea, burns for up to 65 hours, and works for just about any occasion.
Gift them the scent of Glossier You in canister form with this candle version of the brand's signature orange blossom and neroli fragrance.
Aesop's minimal Aganice Aromatique won't clash with a friend's home aesthetic, with a combination of notes like cardamom, mimosa, and tobacco. If they're already fans of the brand's culty hand soaps, we're betting this candle gift will be right up their alley.
If you prefer to gift a scented candle with more of a subtle scent that's not overpowering, consider this popular, evergreen option from Dior. One satisfied customer notes that its warm, lingering fragrance smells, "unbelievable."
The name of this popular candle says it all. Help them invoke the feeling of togetherness with this on-the-nose candle from Brooklinen, featuring a blend of amyris and olibanum.
Fragrance brand Snif teamed up with The Standard Hotel to craft this spiced rum, leather, and cashmere-infused candle—which is the perfect scent for date night.
I consider P.F. Candle Co.'s Teakwood and Tobacco Candle one of my holy-grail favorite scents. Not only is it designed to burn for up to 70 hours, but its woody scent is distinct without being overpowering.
If your friend or family member is a fan of Piecework's eye-catching puzzles, they'll be thrilled to receive this fragrant soy candle from the brand. It features a fragrant notes of geranium, tomato leaves, and musk.
A blend of santal, coconut, pineapple, and cocoa butter, this wood-wick candle nicely crackles as it burns, providing your giftee with instant fireplace-in-a-penthouse vibes.
These small-batch candles are just as obsession-worthy as the brand's fragrances. Hand-poured in California, this rich vanilla-and-vetiver scent is a hit. As one reviewer writes: "I purchased the 'Torn' candle as gift. When the gift was opened everyone raved about about the wonderful scent!"
The largest size of Loewe's Cypress Balls candle makes it simple to channel the holiday spirit. And if your friend or family member usually opts for a fake tree, its woody, aromatic scent is the perfect option to light during the holidays, especially since it burns for up to 80 hours.
Any long-time Grace Jones fan can appreciate unboxing this black pepper and waterlily scented candle from her collaboration with Boy Smells. She previously told Bazaar, "When we spoke to Jérôme Epinette, who was developing the scent with Boy Smells, we had a wonderful conversation. He has traveled to Jamaica. He knew exactly what I would want in a scent. It's funny because he kind of provoked answers out of me, because, for me, making and developing a perfume is like an alien landing on Earth."
The friend who needs a reminder to woosah a little more frequently will definitely enjoy lighting D.S. and Durga's incense and Himalayan cedar-scented candle, which has a burn time of up to 60 hours.
Housed in an Italian leather case, this candle's inviting oud scent is inspired by expeditions to the far east.
Featuring notes of tobacco leaves, Redwood pine, and white cedarwood, this beloved, vegan candle is made with soy and coconut waxes for a clean burn.
Anyone who swears by Oribe's beloved Côte D'Azur-scented products will love this elegant glass candle from the brand that replicates its Calabrian bergamot, black currant, and Sicilian orange notes.
Here's a candle with a ceramic vessel they can use to store knick knacks like rings or earrings once its wax burns down. It combines notes of rosewater, Egyptian geranium oil, and a hint of vanilla.
Help a partner upgrade their collection with this sophisticated floral candle from Cartier that's created to be lit alone or with an accompanying scent for maximum olfactory impact.
Can't gift them a trip to Paris this year? This sandalwood, rum, and mahogany-scented candle is basically the next best thing. Its cotton wick burns for up to 65 hours, and aims to channel a late night visit to a Parisian lobby bar.
This Le Labo scented candle is a perfect match for the person who religiously wears Santal 33. And instead of burning a stick of palo santo to clear the energy in the room, they can light this cedar and labdanum-noted favorite instead.
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