Burning a scented candle at home is the most effortless way to relax. You can light one at any time, no matter if you’re enjoying a bubble bath or lying on the couch. Just soak yourself in the comforting smell – floral, woodsy, citrusy, or fresh – let these scents calm you down and transport you to aromatic heaven. All you need is a lighter, and of course, your favorite pick. Don’t have one in mind yet? V got you covered.

 

1. Diptyque – Freesia, $68

This is the smell of spring – a large spring bouquet of freesias with their multicolored, fragrant flowers. Yellow, white, pink, violet, purple… Each one reveals its delicate, heady perfume crowned with a touch of pepper.

2. Overose – Euphoriasme, $58

You don’t need to fly to Paris. With this candle, you can pretend to be in Paris, where windows are open, the view is dreamy and breakfast is served in bed on a tray: Fresh croissants, berries, marmalade, crème brulée and a small bouquet of roses. Euphoriasme melts the sweetness of a warm croissant coated with caramelized sugar and the tartness of ripe cranberries with a splash of rose blossom water.

3. Loewe – Large Ivy Candle, $404

The Ivy candle has a mid-intensity fragrance with a woody scent that evokes the fresh, verdant aroma of the leafy, climbing vine. It reveals delicate floral notes once lit. FYI, due to their handcrafted nature, no two items from Loewe’s Home Scents range are exactly the same, with unique artisanal touches that add to their beauty.

4. Boy Smells – Hinako Fantôme, $32

It is absolute year-round necessity to invigorate the senses. Coconut and beeswax blend with a braided cotton wick, in a glossy black glass tumbler. Comes in an embossed matte pink carton. Best described as complex, balanced, and meditative, studies note hinoki’s vibrant timber can induce physiological relaxation.

5. Byredo – Burning Rose, $45

A combination of floral and woody scents, this rose has the smell of ardent desire. As the candle consumes, the flowery accents are slowly wrapped in leather and rooted in dark woods.

6. Le Labo – Palo Santo 14, $68

While keeping the soul of the original ingredient, Palo Santo built a warm and comfortable accord through the addition of cedarwood and the dark resinous nature of labdanum, incense and patchouli. The burning of Palo Santo wood is considered sacred due to its ability to clear negativity and misfortune.

7. Tom Ford – Fucking Fabulous, $135

A decadent oriental leather with an intoxicating grip captures a rarefied air. Evoking the private exchanges and insider moments where fantasies come true, the scent can only be described in one way. With a name that says it all, the vibrant opening makes an instant statement as clary sage and fresh lavender command attention with aromatic foreplay. Yes, it’s so fxxking fabulous!

8. Maison Margiela – Replica Beach Vibes, $62

Even if you’re at home, this candle is gonna fill your room with a warm and fresh beachy scent. Inspired by salty air and rays of the sun, it fuses fragrant lemon with bergamot and pink pepper. These fresh notes are blended atop a warm mix of heliotrope, coconut milk, and musk, deepening to reveal a perfectly balanced, aromatic perfume.

9. Eym – Laze, £39

Back to school, back to the office – if you’re anxious and still adapting to the post-pandemic life, this meditative candle will help. Frankincense and Patchouli induce peace while soothing your nerves. It’s both Peaceful and mellowing.