Picture this. You’re tiredly wandering around the mall, Starbucks and Free People bag in hand. Aha – The Yankee Candle Company! You can’t have too many candles, right? You stroll in to the store and are immediately overwhelmed by scents, styles, and colors. Where do you begin? Check out this guide to find the perfect candle!
Common Area
Key Feature(s): Subtle scent, aesthetically pleasing, matches color scheme of room
Personal Favorite: Summer Wish by Yankee Candle Company
Why It’s Great: Aesthetically speaking, the neutral colors and sleek design of the Summer Wish candle make it the perfect addition to a common area. In terms of scent, the candle is described as a combination of green fields, a warm breeze, and soft flowers. The fresh scent and nostalgia produced by the candle is sure to brighten the day. Buy it here.
Bedroom
Key feature(s): Aromatherapy scents, neutral colors, safety features
Personal Favorite: Lavender Aromatherapy by LATHER
Why It’s Great: This petroleum, lead, and zinc-free candle diffuses essential oils resembling the scent of lavender. Inducing sleep and relaxation, this candle is perfect for your nightstand! Buy it here.
Outdoor Space
Key Feature(s): Bug-resistant, subtle glow, long-lasting
Personal Favorite: Cintronella Candle by Off!
Why It’s Great: The Cintronella Candle repels bugs within a four-foot radius. The subtle glow of the candle’s flame creates the perfect ambiance for a relaxing summer night. Additionally, it burns for up to twenty-five hours! Buy it here.
Bathroom
Key Feature(s): Odor-eliminating
Personal Favorite: Just Plain Clean by Yankee Candle
Why It’s Great: This candle is odor-eliminating and provides up to forty-five hours of freshness… for under ten dollars! The scent is described as a combination between fresh linen and spring sunshine – can’t beat that! Buy it here.
Feel better? I hope so. With this guide in mind, candle shopping is a breeze. And remember, you can never have too many candles!