The Very Best Gifts for Candle Lovers in 2023

It can be a lot trickier than it first appears to find the perfect gift for the candle lover in your life.

That's because connoisseurs know their stuff, so not any old cheap candle will do. They're all about great fragrances, unique notes and sleek looks that'll fill the room with a stunning scent when lit and act as pretty pieces of decor when they're not. Feeling stumped? Just scroll through a list of our recent faves below to find something they're sure to love.

Hotel Collection Classic Cabana Candle: $19.98

You truly can't go wrong with any of the candle options from Hotel Collection, inspired by world-class resorts around the world, but we especially adore the Classic Cabana Collection candle, inspired by The Ritz Carlton. The scent instantly whisks us away to a seaside resort, with marine notes, bergamot, jasmine and musk—and these holiday prices can't be beat.

(via Hotel Collection)

 

Vacation Ball Boy Scented Candle: $42

Here's the perfect candle for tennis lovers—or just anyone with a silly sense of humor. Vacation's Ball Boy Scented Candle is inspired by the sport, with a fragrance combining fresh-out-of-the-can tennis balls and Vacation sunscreen to create something summery and fun, even in the dead of winter.

(via Vacation)

 

Caftari Elixir: $60

Caftari's Elixir candle is special because not only does it smell gorgeous, but its essential oil blend is also formulated to promote feel-good chemicals in the brain. Bergamot and mandarin make it bright and citrusy, while tea accord creates an earthy backdrop, as this candle puts a smile on anyone's face.

(via Caftari)

 

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SIDIA The Duo: Pyro & Nirvana: $125

Two candles are even better than one, and SIDIA's The Duo, consisting of their Pyto and Nirvana candles, is all about how these two scents complement each other. While Pyro is fruity and spicy, combining Rainier cherry, mandarin, peppercorn and nutmeg, Nirvana has a floral cooling effect with prickly pear, white peach and ylang ylang. The two scents are perfectly balanced for any mood, and the opaque orange and purple jars are equally stunning.

(via SIDIA)

 

Unbound Glo Moon Milk: $20

Unbound Glo is a rising indie fragrance brand with stylish, inexpensive and beautifully scented candles, and Moon Milk is our favorite of them all. It's perfect for the holiday season with pine notes of balsam and juniper, with sweet salted caramel thrown in for good measure.

(via Unbound Glo)

 

eleven eleven Cattleman Candle: $58

Of course, not every candle has to have a scent. eleven eleven has some of our all-time favorite candle sculptures in the shapes of shoes, vehicles and so much more, but this year, we're in love with this cowboy-hat shaped Cattleman Candle. Lit or unlit, it's guaranteed to make a statement, and it's extra cute in light pink.

(via eleven eleven)

 

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FABLERUNE Be Well Soy Candle: $22

Getting sick and the holiday season, unfortunately, can go hand in hand, but FABLERUNE's Be Well Soy Candle is designed to help drive away nasties. With notes of cinnamon, clove, cedar, rosemary and more, its spicy and earthy scent inspires the mind and also has antibacterial properties.

(via FABLERUNE)

NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Scented Candle: $55

So many people on our shopping lists regularly struggle with sleep, which is what makes NEOM's Perfect Night's Sleep Scented Candle so special. The candle contains 11 different essential oils, including calming lavender and sleep-inducing chamomile and patchouli, to get the mind in a restful mood before bedtime.

(via NEOM)

 

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