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It's Lit: Scented Candles That Make For Easy Holiday Gifts

We spend the holiday season hoping to find the perfect gift for all of our friends and loved ones, but sometimes, we just don’t know what to purchase. Candles are a great gift for pretty much anyone because who doesn’t love a fresh smelling home? If you’re looking to gift one this holiday season, make it good. Our top ten favorite scents cover every price point and every personality.
By Andrea Jordan · Updated October 26, 2020
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01
J.R. Watkins Soy Wax Candle in Pure Vanilla Mint

A limited edition scent for the holidays makes this budget friendly candle perfect for gifting. $7, jrwatkins.com

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02
Juara Hope Candle

Smell the aroma of this Indonesian brands’ signature scent with freesia, rose, bergamot and coconut. $35, juaraskincare.com

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03
Elizabeth & James Nirvana White Candle

Our editors were in love with this scent as a fragrance and are even more in love with the candle.  The juxtaposition of peony and musk is like aromatic heaven. You seriously won’t be able to stop smelling this. $60, sephora.com

 

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04
Jo Malone Orange Bitters Deluxe Candle

Jo Malone constantly kills the scent game and we love that most of their scents can be unisex. If your man isn’t into girly smells filling the home, gift him with this jumbo candle filled with notes of orange and sandalwood. $205, saksfifthavenue.com

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05
Cire Trudon Gabriel Scented Candle

With a blend of leather, candied chestnuts and cashmere wood, this candle screams winter cuddles. $105, saksfifthavenue.com

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06
Voluspa Prosecco Rose Décor Oval Tin

This cute little tin holds a coconut wax candle that smells divine. It’s a two-fer because when the candle burns out, the container is cute enough to keep and repurpose. $18, nordstrom.com

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07
Pinrose Secret Genius Candle

This is the gift of romance. Its blend of caramel and vanilla sets the mood in the sweetest way. $45, pinrose.com

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08
Bath & Body Works Sweater Weather Candle

Light this budget friendly candle on the coldest of winter days and your entire home will feel cozy with the fragrance of fresh sage, juniper berry, eucalyptus and wood. $13, bathandbodyworks.com

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09
Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Candle

We can’t get enough of Tom Ford. This scent was inspired by the Italian Riviera with citrus, floral and amber notes. $250, bloomingdales.com

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10
Nest Fragrances Candle Trio Set

This holiday trio is all about variety! Not only are the ornament candle holders pretty to look at; you can also burn a different scent based off of your mood. $60, saksfifthavenue.com

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TOPICS:  2016 Gift Guides