The 45 Best Scented Candle Gifts to Give This Year

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We consider the best scented candle gifts the skeleton key of presents, since they're ideal for just about any type of person—especially those on your shopping list who have you stumped. With so many fragrant options to choose from, we understand that it can sometimes be tough to narrow down the right choice for a close friend or family member.

Whether you're looking for a customizable set or a one-and-done luxe find, we've rounded up our short list of the best scented candle gifts you might consider keeping for yourself. We're betting these mood-setting favorites from Le Labo, P.F. Candle Co., and Brooklinen, and others, are sure to bring a smile to your giftee's face. Read on for the top fail-safe and supremely elevated home fragrance picks for anyone with a discerning nose.

Editor's note: We recommend placing orders by December 17 to ensure a timely holiday delivery.

12 Days of Christmas Mini Candle Gift Set

They'll have an assortment of 12 festive scents to choose from with this timely mini candle set. From woodsy Tonka Oak, to the fresh and earthy Wild Mint and Ivy, your friend will enjoy discovering each scent.

Large Cypress Balls Candle

The largest size of Loewe's Cypress Balls candle makes it simple to channel the holiday spirit. And if your friend or family member usually opts for a fake tree, its woody, aromatic scent is the perfect option to light during the holidays, especially since it burns for up to 80 hours.

Be Still Candle

The friend who needs a reminder to woosah a little more frequently will definitely enjoy lighting D.S. and Durga's incense and Himalayan cedar-scented candle, which has a burn time of up to 60 hours.

The Candle

Two of makeup legend Bobbi Brown's brands—Jones Road and her New Jersey-based boutique hotel, The George—teamed up to create a signature candle. Its warm yet fresh notes of patchouli, neroli, and grapefruit add a crisp, seasonal scent to any room.

Festive Scented Votive Candle Trio

This set of three luxe glass candles burn for up to 28 hours, and are the perfect addition to any holiday gathering. Plus, they each feature comforting seasonal scents, like birchwood pine and vanilla bean.

Scented Candle Discovery Set

If you prefer to gift a candle set that's ideal to light any time of year, consider this trio of luxe, evergreen option from Dior. It contains their Ambre Nuit, Eden-Roc, Thé Osmanthus scents that range from woodsy to gourmand.

Aganice Aromatique Candle

Aesop's minimal Aganice Aromatique won't clash with a friend's home aesthetic, with a combination of notes like cardamom, mimosa, and tobacco. If they're already fans of the brand's culty hand soaps, we're betting this candle gift will be right up their alley.

You Scented Candle

Gift them the scent of Glossier You in canister form with this candle version of the brand's signature orange blossom and neroli fragrance.

Private Hours XL Candle

Fragrance brand Snif teamed up with The Standard Hotel to craft this spiced rum, leather, and cashmere-infused candle—which is the perfect scent for date night.

Limited Winter Classics Bundle

Not only does each candle in this set burn for up to 50 hours, but their Douglas fir-, amber wood-, and juniper-noted scents expertly set the tone for ultimate holiday joy. Plus, their green glass vessels feature decorative gold foil embossing that should fit right in with the rest of their seasonal décor.

Fire For One Candle

If your friend or family member is a fan of Piecework's eye-catching puzzles, they'll be thrilled to receive this fragrant soy candle from the brand. It features a fragrant notes of geranium, tomato leaves, and musk.

Côte D'Azur Scented Candle

Anyone who swears by Oribe's beloved Côte D'Azur-scented products will love this elegant glass candle from the brand that replicates its Calabrian bergamot, black currant, and Sicilian orange notes.

Les Écrins Parfumés Cartier Pétales

Help a partner upgrade their collection with this sophisticated floral candle from Cartier that's created to be lit alone or with an accompanying scent for maximum olfactory impact.

Grace Candle

Any long-time Grace Jones fan can appreciate unboxing this black pepper and waterlily scented candle from her collaboration with Boy Smells. She previously told Bazaar, "When we spoke to Jérôme Epinette, who was developing the scent with Boy Smells, we had a wonderful conversation. He has traveled to Jamaica. He knew exactly what I would want in a scent. It's funny because he kind of provoked answers out of me, because, for me, making and developing a perfume is like an alien landing on Earth."

Odor Removing Candle with Basil

Whether your friend or family member loves to cook or just enjoys a spotless home, consider gifting them this odor-absorbing candle from Diptyque that's ideal for any room in the house.

Baccarat Rouge 540 Scented Candle

It's not just one of the best fragrances of all time, it's a whole vibe: Fans of Baccarat Rouge 540 will be happy to know the iconic scent is also available in candle form.

Abd El Kader Classic Candle

Here's a 9.5-ounce candle that features the soothing scent of Moroccan mint tea. It also burns for up to 65 hours, and works for just about any occasion.

Steeped Rose Candle

Here's a candle with a ceramic vessel they can use to store knick knacks like rings or earrings once its wax burns down. It combines notes of rosewater, Egyptian geranium oil, and a hint of vanilla.

Gather Candle

The name of this popular candle says it all. Help them invoke the feeling of togetherness with this on-the-nose candle from Brooklinen, featuring a blend of amyris and olibanum.

Paris Nuit Candle

Can't gift them a trip to Paris this year? This sandalwood, rum, and mahogany-scented candle is basically the next best thing. Its cotton wick burns for up to 65 hours, and aims to channel a late night visit to a Parisian lobby bar.

Palo Santo 14 Scented Candle

This Le Labo scented candle is a perfect match for the person who religiously wears Santal 33. And instead of burning a stick of palo santo to clear the energy in the room, they can light this cedar and labdanum-noted favorite instead.

The Three Sisters Candle Set

Rosemary, sage, and tomato don't just taste good, they smell good, too. The plant lover in your life will get plenty of use out of this set of Flamingo Estate's best-selling candles, and you'll get a gift with your purchase too, as a portion of sales are donated to the non-profit Farmer's Footprint.

Mountain Lace Candle

Reality star and Love Wellness founder Lo Bosworth considers this candle from Otherland one of her favorites, previously telling Bazaar, "Right now, I have Mountain Lace lit in my office, which has a really nice fruity, floral scent."

Braless Candle

You know that feeling of putting on a comfy sweatshirt and cuddling up on a chilly day? Sidia put that feeling into a candle, thanks to notes of clove, cashmere musks, and patchouli. Get one for your best friend (and yourself).

Strawberry Scented Candle

If they think Strawberry Girl Makeup is on trend, wait until your giftee lights this scented candle from Malin + Goetz. With notes of mara strawberry, sparkling bergamot, and more, this candle smells almost good enough to eat.

Suede Fringe Candle

There's something comforting about the blend of spicy cardamom, amber, and sandalwood that never fails to help us relax. Additionally, this candle's neutral vessel works nicely for small beauty storage.

No.8 Scented Candle

This recycled soy candle from Iceland-based brand Fischersund is so unique, your giftee may only end up lighting it for very special occasions. Its fresh, floral blend of rhubarb, citrus, and pine notes, is sure to be a standout, no matter how many candles they own.

London Scented Candle

This candle offers a warm, spicy scent that works all winter long. The notes of black pepper, oud, vetiver, cedar, and patchouli are equal parts uplifting and inviting, with its brass jar serving as an effortlessly striking objet d'art.

Fabulous Candle

No words are needed to let a dear friend or favorite auntie know how you feel about them when gifting this minimal yet impactful candle from Tom Ford.

The Scent of Peace Scented Candle

Bond No.9 founder Laurice Rahmé counts this scent among her top scented candle picks from the brand, which features notes of grapefruit, black currant, and lily of the valley.

Watermelon Dew Candle

Glow Recipe teamed up with clean candle brand Mala to create their first-ever home fragrance, which is based on the skincare company's viral Watermelon Glow range. In addition to watermelon, the candle also contains notes of bergamot and amber, and is an ideal companion to a friend's self-care beauty routine.

Travel Candle Trio and Accessory

Not only will they receive three of Jo Malone's top-rated candles with this thoughtful travel set—which includes Pine and Eucalyptus, Lime Basil and Mandarin, and English Pear and Freesia—but also a decorative lantern to enhance their glow.

Bibliothèque Candle

The person who loves the scent of book pages will be thrilled to receive this library-inspired Byredo candle containing plum, peony, leather, and patchouli notes, plus, a hint of vanilla.

Escapist Mini Candle Set

The family member who always keeps a candle burning will get plenty of use out of this coveted soy candle set. It contains three fragrant options inspired by popular vacation destinations that burn for up to 50 hours each.

Opus Verde Good Fir 11 Scented Candle

If you know someone who wants to fill their home with the scent of the crisp outdoors without the hassle, look no further. This candle combines fir, eucalyptus, mint, and cardamom for a warm yet refreshing scent.

Ski House Feu de Bois Glass Candle

Even if it's not ski season, your friend or family member can mentally transport themselves to the slopes, thanks to this fragrant candle that's inspired by crisp winter air.

Torn Scented Candle

These small-batch candles are just as obsession-worthy as the brand's fragrances. Hand-poured in California, this rich vanilla-and-vetiver scent is a hit. As one reviewer writes: "I purchased the 'Torn' candle as gift. When the gift was opened everyone raved about about the wonderful scent!"

Lady Day White Floral Ceramic Luxury Candle

In addition to a delightful floral candle, your friend or family member will also unwrap a branded ceramic canister with this gift, which serves as stunning decór piece once its wax burns down.

12-Day Advent Calendar

Here's an Advent calendar your candle-obsessed family member will enjoy opening over the course of 12 days. Inside they'll discover travel-size versions of Volupsa's colorful votives, featuring a range of woody, fresh, and gourmand scents.

Vacation Candle

Fans of Vacation's viral sunscreen can take a mental vacation with its branded scented candle. Notes of coconut water, pineapple, and sea salt set the scene for a mental beach escape—anywhere, any time.

Spiritual Palo Santo & Vetiver Giant Ceramic Candle

Grounding, earthy notes of palo santo and vetiver will consume their home once they light this six-wick candle. And after it burns down, tell your giftee to save the vessel to store jewelry and small knickknacks.

Verb Terrific Scented Candle

We found the perfect candle to gift your beau: Verb's notes of bergamot, mandarin and green basil are accented by cedarwood and musk for a complex blend that’s both soothing and hot.

Bois Sauvage Room Spray & Candle Gift Set

Your giftee can quite literally douse their space in this intriguing combo of wild Italian bergamot, tobacco jasmine, and spice. The set comes with a porcelain-encased candle and a matching room spray.

Replica Candle Set

Don’t let the minimal look of Maison Margiela’s candles fool you. Each of the three complex fragrance profiles is made to replicate a specific homey vibe and tap into some familiar scent memories. The set includes Lazy Sunday Morning, By the Fireplace, and Bubble Bath scented candles.

Marvellous Mandarin & Spice Signature Candle

Molton Brown put a spin on classic holiday fragrance with its Mandarin & Spice Signature candle. The primary notes are in the name, but there's also cinnamon and dried fruits nicely layered in.

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