While some of us buy way too many shoes and others purses – I have an addiction to candles. It’s pretty bad if we’re being honest. We even have a designated cabinet in the house just for them, and if we’re keeping it real, there is overflow to the Tupperware cabinet. Oops. What can I say, I like the house to smell good!
I have tried out an embarrassing amount of brands and scents, and I have to say the BEST candles, in my opinion, are from Bath & Body Works and Anthropologie. The scents are strong and can fill big rooms, and they last a decent amount of time. Now get ready for the greatest part – you can buy these suckers on Amazon for cheaper than what you’ll find in the actual stores. Just when I think Amazon can’t get any better!
Bath & Body Works
These candles sell for $24.50 online and in store.
1. Mahogany Teakwood High Intensity
This is by far my #1 favorite candle in the whole wide world. If I had to describe it in just two words – men’s cologne. It has a musky scent – in the best way – and lingers for a quite a bit of time. Every time I burn this and have guests over, they always comment on how good the house smells. It is a win for men and women!
Fragrance Notes: mahogany, teakwood, lavender
Amazon Price: $21.24 – PRIME
2. Bergamot Waters
This one is great for those of you who don’t love too strong of a scent. I will typically burn this in a guest room before they come over so that it leaves a nice smell but isn’t overbearing. It is a very clean scent, and reminds me of Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue perfume.
Fragrance Notes: bergamot, citrus, sandalwood
Amazon Price: $23.49 – PRIME
3. Hot Cocoa & Cream
Will, my husband, picked this one out the first time. When we smelled it in the store, I thought it smelled horribly sweet and was against buying it. Boy am I glad he convinced me otherwise. While I’m not usually a fan a sugary scents – this one is a game changer. It makes your house smell like you’ve been baking brownies or chocolate chip cookies all day.
Fragrance Notes: chocolate, milk, marshmallows
Amazon Price: $21.60 – PRIME or (for a different design) $21.95 – PRIME
4. Eucalyptus Spearmint
If you need some help relaxing, this candle is for you. This one doesn’t leave my bathroom. I love burning it while taking a bath or while I am getting ready for bed. It fills the room with a spa-like scent that is crisp and refreshing.
Fragrance Notes: eucalyptus, spearmint
Amazon Price: $19.95 – PRIME
5. Flannel
Oooooh, flannel. It’s like this candle was created for me. If you can’t already tell, I tend to go for musky scents and anything with mahogany. This is another one that smells like a man – it is what I imagine Tyler Cameron smells like. Don’t let the name fool you – this candle can be burned all year long!
Fragrance Notes: bergamot, mahogany, musk
Amazon Price: $22.97 – PRIME
6. Mineral Springs
This is another one that is pretty subtle. It has a refreshingly clean scent that is not too overpowering, but can still fill a room. It has, yet again, a more masculine scent. Are you starting to see a theme here? Do I have a problem??? Anyhow … I went through quite a few of these this past summer.
**Not available as 3-wick on website.
Fragrance Notes: mineral water, lily, lime
Amazon Price: $23.94 – PRIME
7. Mahogany Coconut
Wow, surprise surprise. Another candle with mahogany. What can I say, I like what I like. I know the coconut may be telling you summer, but I promise it can burned any time of the year. This is the candle that stays in our master bedroom. It has a relaxing scent that has a little bit of sweetness with the coconut and a little bit of woodsy with the mahogany. They balance each other perfectly – just like my husband and me – hence being in the master bedroom …. ok I’ll see my way out.
**SOLD OUT AT BATH & BODY.
Fragrance Notes: coconut, mahogany, lavender
Amazon Price: $23.95 – PRIME
8. Limoncello
Woah – something different finally! My mom turned me on to this candle, and I don’t think I can ever go back. It is PERFECT to burn in your kitchen. I don’t usually go for fruity smells, but this is just so refreshing, clean, and energizing. I typically find that lemon scents are too subtle, but this one packs a punch!
Fragrance Notes: lemons, sugar, lemon zest
Amazon Price: $24.46 – PRIME
9. Champagne Toast
This is another candle that I like to burn in guest rooms. It is probably the girliest smelling candle on the list. It has a soft sweet scent but is still pleasantly noticeable.
Fragrance Notes: champagne, berries, tangerine
Amazon Price: $22.87 – PRIME
10. In The Stars
Another girlier candle that I absolutely love. I was introduced to this scent while using it as a lotion and body wash that was gifted to me. As soon as I realized it was sold as a candle, I had to have it. I love to burn this one in our living room. It smells like a classy woman – and to keep the theme going – this is what I imagine Gigi Hadid smells like.
Fragrance Notes: bergamot champagne, lily, amber
Amazon Price: $21.30 – PRIME
11. A Thousand Wishes
While this one may look super girly, it isn’t! It is a calming romantic scent that is soft but powerful. It reminds me of the fragrances fancy hotels pump into their lobbies. This is another one that I love to burn in our master bedroom.
Fragrance Notes: champagne, peonies, almond
Amazon Price: $20.74
12. Gingham
Last but not least – gingham. This was a newly introduced scent over the summer. It is another scent that is clean and refreshing, and is great to burn in the kitchen or a bathroom.
Fragrance Notes: freesia, peach, clementine
Amazon Price: $23.68 – PRIME
Anthropologie
These 19 ounce candles sell for $30.00 online and in stores.
1. Capri Blue Volcano
If you’re not familiar with this candle, you must be Patrick’s roommate. This is a classic, and for good reason! The smell is iconic, and just like the B&B candles, powerfully fills a room.
Fragrance Notes: tropical fruits, sugared orange, lemons and limes, mountain greens
Amazon Price: $27.21 – PRIME
Thanks for reading, and good luck on your journey to candle addiction! Until next time …