Luxe Scented Candles to Gift This Year
The perfect gift for any occasion can be difficult to decide on. But if you’re looking for something that won’t fail to put a smile on their face, consider gifting luxurious scented candles. Whether for a girlfriend, mother, sister, friend or even yourself, here are the best luxe scented candles to gift this year.
Benefits of Scented Candles
When it comes to buying the perfect gift, scented candles have a lot to offer that other presents don’t. Here’s why they’re an ideal present this holiday season:
• Pleasing Aromas: Candles fill the room with beautiful and comforting scents like bubble gum, rose, or lavender.
• Aesthetic Enhancement: Candles come in all shapes and sizes, so you can find the perfect one to fit any room’s décor.
• Ambience: Scents can really set the tone for the atmosphere, creating a relaxing and cozy vibes you can enjoy together.
• Lasting Effect: Once the candle has run its course, the fragrance and wax can be used creatively in other projects, so your gift continues to give long after it has finished burning.
Top Luxe Scented Candles To Gift
This year, some of the best options for luxurious scented candles come from designer brands who specialize in quality fragrances.
Maison Margiela
Maison Margiela is a French fashion house known for its signature sculptural tailoring and rebellious aesthetic. Their newest”Demiurgic” candle is one of the most talked about luxe scents of the season, with a warm, intense aroma of tonka bean and labdanum, with walls of sandalwood and a show of mandarin and patchouli.
Diptyque
Diptyque is a French luxury brand of fragrances, skincare and home scents crafted from the finest raw materials. They offer a full line of luxury candles, perfect for gifting. Their signature scent, ‘Baies’, is one of their most popular with a blend of rose and blackcurrant, comforting and lightly sweet on the nose.
Jo Malone
Jo Malone London is a British fragrance house with a refined, classic aesthetic. Popular among the ladies, their colognes are full of craftsmanship and personality. The candles range from floral and fruity to earthy and smoky. Their ‘Peony & Blush Suede’ is a joyfully sweet combination of peonies and red apple top notes, finishing off with cashmere musk.
Byredo
Byredo is a Stockholm based lifestyle brand known for its unusual and sophisticated scent combinations. Its scented candles are unique and modern, with notes of bergamot, sandalwood, and oriental musk taking centre stage. They carry scents that can transform any ambience: try the ‘Suede’ candle for a warm and soft ambience that feels like a cashmere embrace.
Tips for Buying Luxe Scented Candles
When it comes to buying a luxury scented candle, there are a few points to keep in mind. These tips will help you make sure you’re getting the best quality product.
• Look at the information on the packaging. Quality candles will have clear instructions and warnings, and often provide information about the product’s ingredients, so you can make sure you’re getting something of the highest quality.
• Avoid soy-based candles if you don’t know how long it’s been burning in the store. Soy candles are organic and don’t release as many toxins, but you may be paying for residual scents from hours of burning.
• Don’t let the size fool you! A taller candle or those with larger wicks often burn for twice as long.
• Consider the burn time. Longer burn times mean more bang for your buck: a candle should burn for a minimum of seven hours.
• Learn about the types of wax. Different waxes have different burning times and aroma diffusions. Paraffin wax, for example, is often used in cheaper candles as it’s cheaper to produce, but they don’t burn as long, and soot accumulates faster.
Gifting a Luxury Candle
Gifting a luxury scented candle can create a lasting and beautiful memory. With so many brands and fragrances to choose from, picking the perfect candle can be tricky. Consider the recipient’s style, the occasion, and if you’re able to, visit a store in person to sample the magnificent aromas available. With these tips, you’ll be able to find the perfect scent for your loved one or to pamper yourself.
Lighting up a candle can help to unwind after a long day and enjoy a moment of peace. Make sure to dim the lights and curl up with a good book and your favourite candle, and get ready to be transported to another world.