While we spend a ton of time indoors, our home should feel like a snuggly oasis. And what can be cozier than a chai latte? An aesthetically pleasing lamp? A good face mist? But more importantly, a warm blend of winter aromas that creates a comfortable space to watch some Netflix, get the emails done, or do some stretching?
As an official sandalwood candle addict — I try to remind myself that I don’t always need to buy the same scent and spend all my $$$ on the same candle — but lucky for you, I put my candles’ skills to test to find the perfect one for you during this winter. Whether you are into vanilla scents or a sucker for all aromas, scroll down to shop our favourite winter candles this year. —
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17 Best Winter Candles 2021
1. Lumira Terra Australis Scented Candle
If you are looking for a scent that actually evokes the Australian land, this is it. The luxe Lumira Terra Australis recreates the smokiness of a crackling campfire. The beautiful patchouli and pine mixed with a base defined by cedarwood, fir and gurjun are all you need if you want your room full of the scent of calm and gratitude.
Price: $80.00 | 300g
2. BYREDO Bibliothèque Candle
Byredo Bibliothèque Candle has a cult following for a reason, the wintery and complex scent candle is sophisticated, sweet and woody great for a cosy night at home, plus the elegant vase adds an extra touch to any room.
Price: $63 – 70g | $112 – 240g
3. Glasshouse Sacred Heart
You already know how much we love Glasshouse candles, but can we take a moment to appreciate this limited-edition matte white ceramic vessel? Sacred Heart recreates the richness of incense and myrrh from the Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Come closer to heaven and thank us later.
Price: $54.95 – 380g
4. Cleanse and Co Smokey Quartz Grounded & Cleansed Candle
Bring the warmth of your spirit into your home with this peaceful smokey quartz grounded & cleansed candle. A delicate fusion of cardamon and amber perfectly combined to create a warm space to enrich the senses. Not too sweet, not too spicy; it’s just perfect.
Price: $59 – 400g
5. Palm Beach Clove & Sandalwood
The unique combo makes this cozy candle scent one of our favourites — Hi sandalwood— Plus the musky, woody undertones make this spicy candle really addictive!
Price: $42.95 – 190g
6. Byron Bay Candles Vanilla Caramel
Heat your home up with a sweet, rich, buttery caramel aroma this winter by lighting Byron Bay Candles Vanilla Caramel candles. This candle is designed to invoke comforting feelings of baking biscuits in the kitchen, and if you ask us, there is no better way to warm up your body than doing just that!
Made with 100% cotton wicks and pure soy wax ensures you are burning elements free from nasties and toxic chemicals like petroleum, paraffin and parabens, which are harmful to your health, plus you will enjoy 50+ hours of burn time.
Price: $39.90
7. Maison Balzac Le Matin Candle
Begin the day with this scented soy wax candle inspired by the new possibilities every day brings. It is fresh, awakening and modern thanks to the blend of thyme that boosts energy levels, lemon and rosemary that allows mental clarity; great for this time of the year.
Price: $69 – 300g
8. Circa Home Pear & Lime Candle
The elegant Circa’s new-look will elevate any room while imparting warmth and recharging the senses with their Pear & Lime candle. The sophisticated and vibrant mix of pear, lime, vanilla and sandalwood makes this candle a go-to for this winter.
Price: $18.95 – 60g | $39.95 – 350g
9. Le Labo Santal 26 Candle – Personalisable
The brand’s most iconic unisex fragrance, Santal 33, has a candle that probably doesn’t need an introduction either description. Thanks to the leather notes, the lush Le Labo Santal 26 Candle is both feminine and masculine and pairs perfectly with the winter season.
Price: $114 – 245g
10. Ecoya Limited Edition Saffron Madison Candle
An intimate and feminine fragrance that makes it one of our favourites for this winter. The beautiful limited edition unfolds with notes of saffron, jasmine and red fruits for a warm and balanced moment at home.
Price: $44.95 – 400g
11. Aesop Callippus Aromatique Candle
This winter, relax your senses with this frankincense candle, the earthy vetiver and shiso makes the elegant vegan-friendly formula a good bougie option for the colder days.
Price: $135 – 300g
12. Sensori Detoxifying Soy Candle Wiruna Night From Amazon Australia
This divine candle is one of those you can keep all season long. Firstly, it is all-natural, and plant-derived and secondly, because its clever green technology removes airborne toxins and germs from the room. We love to light it up in the kitchen after a cooking marathon so we can forget about the unwanted smell in the whole room.
Price: $60.27 – 260g
13. Lola James Harper The Rainy Days in Lake District 7 Candle
Transport yourself to the Lake District with this very gentle smell of fresh rain that makes the room feel warm and comfy. It’s great for the winter season, thanks to the notes of myrrh, labdanum and Ylang-Ylang.
Price: $79 – 190g
14. Carrière Frères Tomato
Luckyly, a tomato plant doesn’t smell like a margarita pizza. Instead, Carrière Frères Tomato recreates the scent flawlessly. Think about a freshly picked, sun-ripened, home-grown tomato. — A bit more delicate but pleasant in scent —
Price: $69 – 185g
15. D.S. & DURGA Big Sur After Rain
If you are looking for a cozy candle that fills the room even when not lit, well, D.S. & DURGA Big Sur After Rain is the one. The smell? Same as taking a ride through a forest after rains when the sun comes out.
Price: $99
16. Diptyque Baies Candle
The sophisticated rose smell will add style to your living space — both visually and aromatically — Fresh, homey & warm feels like coming back to Paris, definitely not cheap, but so worth it.
Price: $169.95 – 190g
17. Trudon Reggio Candle
We all might agree that French candles are the only kind worth spending the $$$, especially when you smell a Trudon candle with its unique scent. This sophisticated glass vessel evokes a honeyed effervescence in any room, featuring heart notes of Mandarin essential oil, Mimosa and Grapefruit.
Price: $140 – 270g | $415 – 800g | $830 – 3kg
18. Juliette has a gun not a candle
Beloved cult favourite Not a Perfume has recently launched a lovely candle packed with a subtle and delicate blend of cetalox and musks that gives any room a clean comforting effect. The formula is made without artificial colourants and burns for about 45 hours.
Price: $79.00 – 180g
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General FAQs
What is the most expensive candle?
For most luxury companies, it starts with the quality of the scents. Fragrance, wax, wick, packaging, etc… play a part in creating a luxury candle experience. One of the most expensive are Cire Trudon, Tom Ford, Le Labo, Missoni, and Diptyque.
How do you know if a candle is good quality?
Good quality candles usually have a wick that is the right size and construction. But how to tell? The candle burns cleanly, evenly, and creates a “pool” of liquid wax within two to four hours.
What are the cleanest candles to burn?
- Soy candles
- Beeswax candles
- Vegetable-wax based candles
This candles are free of nasties and toxic chemicals like petroleum, paraffin and parabens.
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