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Fall candles that aren’t pumpkin spice

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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Mizzou chapter.

With Autumn comes cozy Sunday mornings wrapped up in your blanket and binging “Gilmore Girls”. What better to add to the fall mood than a candle? Candles bring that little extra touch to a relaxing vibe. Scents can take us back to chilly days picking apples, or even a cold night around a bonfire. Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a candle for you!

Much like fuzzy socks and hot chocolate, one can never have too many candles. This curated list gives fall lovers all the inspiration they need for a welcoming aroma. Hand-picked for those who are over the traditional pumpkin scents, most are sure to “fall” in love with these candles!

Sweater Weather

It would be unheard of to have a candle list and not include Bath and Body Works. This scent has notes of fresh sage, juniper berries, aromatic eucalyptus and fresh woods. Imagine the smell of the coziest, most comfy sweater you own and that is the vibe of this candle!

Salted Caramel

Another Bath and Body Works candle, this scent brings us all the yummy vibes. The salted caramel scent will be sure to make you want a Starbucks mocha ASAP!

Autumn Hayride

This candle from Homesick will transport you to a Saturday hayride. The top notes include fresh hay, warm amber, and clove, while the base notes are consist of tonka, patchouli, and oakmoss. These scents give you the warm fall feeling you are looking for.

Autumn Plum

Take a new adventure with this purple plum candle. Picture a dark, colorful fall tree with looming purple skies – and that is this candle. With this candle, plum might just become your new fall scent.

Charcoal Woods

A little bit on the mysterious side, this candle is perfect for gloomy day lovers. This scent will place you on a smoky mountain top with the wind chilling your face. Perfect for outdoor lovers!

Baltic Amber

A little on the pricier side, this $78 candle will bring a luxurious feel to your home. With notes of amber resin, sandalwood, cedar and vanilla orchid, this is a candle that will make you never want to leave your house.

Pinecone Candle

Although this candle is unscented, it doesn’t mean it can’t get you in the mood. With such a cute design, it will be the centerpiece of any party you host, and can even double as a conversation starter. However you use this candle, it is sure to insight all of the cozy vibes.

Lord of Misrule Candle

Your eyes are not deceiving you. Lush have candles! Having used many of their body washes and bath bombs myself, I was stoked to find this on their website. This seasonal candle will fill the air with spicy black pepper, earthy patchouli and warm, creamy vanilla. As Lush’s website states, this candle will make you feel like you’re dancing around a festive bonfire.

I’m Not Coming Unless There’s Wine Candle

Is November too early to celebrate Christmas? I don’t think so! What better way to dip your toes into the best time of the year than with a candle? With scents that include mulled wine, vanilla, spices, and Christmas tree, this candle is sure to remind you of your favorite Christmas parties.

Holiday Forest Fur

Technically, this is a Christmas candle. However, I think this piney scent is perfect for the holidays. Not too overpowering, the pinewood scent is sure to set the scene for any activity. Coming in three different sizes, this candle is user-friendly and also affordable, listed at $10.

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