29 of the Best Candle Brands You Should Probably Already Know About

Calling all "soft girls" (and just anyone who loves a dreamy candle twinkling in their home), Mala the Brand is for you. Made with non-toxic and eco-friendly materials, these vegan candles are ones you can definitely feel good about giving or getting. Oh! And a tree is planted with every purchase!

Anecdote Candles' fragrances are made to get people to really ~feel~ something, with smells influenced by "personal recollections and cultural trends." We suggest you get Rooftop Soirée if you want to be transported to boozy summer nights ASAP.

Brooklyn Candle Studio's products are very luxe but still very affordable. They pride themselves on having unique scents housed in a beautiful, minimalist design. Pro tip: Their Sunday Morning scent is a must-have if you want to feel like you're walking through a flower-filled farmer's market.

These candles created by Drake smell just as luxe as you'd expect. The brand has six products in total, and each one is meant to connect you to a memory. This floral and musky scent is pure seduction in a candle—who wouldn't want that?

For decadently fresh and sultry scents, you need to give Aerangis a try. Each candle is inspired by the idea of unlocking a scent memory, so prepare to be transported to another world (and wish to stay there). Editor's note: It happened to me.

The motto of FORVR Mood? Leaning away from the narrative that Black women have to be strong—and leaning into the reality that Black women deserve self-care. Def a candle brand worth shopping.

Boy Smells candles are known for looking chic, smelling full-bodied, and being affordable. We can't get over Boy Smells' packaging. And how about all of the scents?? Out of this world. This LES candle is a partial ode to New York City's Lower East Side neighborhood—and it's a must if you love the sweet and sultry smells of black currant, peach blossom, jasmine rice, cardamom, and white cedar.

What started as a quarantine hobby for founder Melissa Gallardo has become a full-on soy wax candle business. Not only are these votives environmentally friendly, but they also smell amazing and feature super cute labels inspired by Melissa's Latinx heritage.

The vibrant packaging on Otherland's candles is incomparable, and their scents are just impeccable. (Shout-out to their non-toxic coconut and soy wax blend and 100-percent cotton wicks!) Their collections always include some v relaxing vibes with bright and bold aromas.

Spoken Flames is all about producing candles that help to combat stress. So if you're a bit run down by work, school, or, you know, LIFE, you should treat yourself to a candle. Allow me to recommend Focused, made of a relaxing blend of vanilla, eucalyptus, and sandalwood.

P.F. Candle Co. designs and produces its candles (and all its other scented products, like perfumes and diffusers) right in southern California. The soy wax has a longer burn time than paraffin wax and is also biodegradable, meaning you can easily clean this jar when the candle runs out and reuse it to hold things like bobby pins or cotton balls. The brand's most popular scents include teakwood and tobacco, amber and moss, and sandalwood rose, shown here.

In the mood to try something fancy? Byredo’s addictive candles—which were made to translate emotions into fragrance—are worth the splurge. Each of their scents comes in a beautiful black smoked glass that will not only elevate any room with its looks but also its soothing floral aromas. Plus, they've got a loooong burning time (60 hours!). This one has notes of rose petals, violet, and birch tree for a rich but not too overpowering fragrance.

Le Labo is another crowd fave—especially Verveine 32. The brand launched in 2006 with signature names that indicate how many scent notes are in each candle. They also make perfumes, body oils, and laundry detergents.

Behold: the perfect birthday gift for a loved one or just for yourself. Just choose the recipient's birth date from the drop-down menu, and you'll be able to purchase a candle with a custom scent and astrological label. Their ingredients include an all-natural blend of soy, coconut, and apricot wax, and use custom natural fragrance oils.

If you're looking for an *aesthetic* candle, you gotta check out these beeswax (!!) ones from CaiCaiHandmade on Etsy. Not only will you find this gorgeous Roman pillar candle, but you'll also find other gems like those cute lil bubble candles that all of Instagram is obsessed with.

Its ahhhmazing scents and glass vessels make this soy-based company a must when you’re in the mood to go HAM on candles—so basically every time you step foot in a Target or T.J. Maxx. The brand makes three-wick and single-wick options, which are practically guaranteed to make you calmer as soon as you light that lil match. Plus, they’re pretty easy on the 'ole wallet.

BLK Sunflower's mantra is all about taking care of the mind, body, and soul. Handmade with high-quality ingredients from sustainable sources, these candles are nothing short of top-notch. This specific one, Per My Last Email, has a sweet, fruity scent with notes of passionfruit, pineapple, and strawberry.

You’re probs already familiar with Diptyque and its iconic oval logo, and that’s because it’s been such a mainstay in the industry (the company was founded in 1961!). Its floral scents are powerful right out of the box—so they’ll fill your whole place in no time with a soothing aroma. Yes, they’re a splurge item, but if you’re a candle snob, then this is the brand for you.

Calling all plant lovers, Mecca Candle Co. is the brand for you—especially if you're into essential oil-based candles that have woodsy, floral, and fruity notes. All of their candles are made with a soy wax blend and they're eco-friendly. In addition to a collection of herb-themed candles, there are also fruity options, if that's more your thing.

Candles from Emanate Essentials are all handmade by a certified aromatherapist, and they're truly the definition of calm and cozy.