These Are the 14 Fall Candles Our Editors Are Buying This Year

Think of this one as your morning almond croissant and coffee combo in a candle. It has notes of oakwood, toasted almond, and arabica coffee for the perfect balance of sweet and smokey. There’s nothing our noses hate more than a candle that’s too sweet, and thankfully that is not the case with Reverie Roast from Otherland. ($40, Otherland)

We go back to P.F. Candle Co.’s unique scents time and time again. They’re fresh without being overpowering, and their amber jars last post-burn. Known as the brand’s “boyfriend scent,” this one has notes of leather, teak, and orange. If you’re wanting a candle for chillier days, but don’t want a traditional fall scent, go for this one. ($24+, P.F. Candle Co.)

While there’s nothing wrong with a classic pumpkin candle, we do like to change it up as we get deeper into fall. This one has top notes of orange and coconut, and base notes of caramelized sugar and musk. It’s different while still catering to all the pumpkin lovers out there. ($55, Glasshouse)

What is fall without a Voluspa candle? This pumpkin latte one is our seasonal pickup at Anthropologie and with good reason: it’s dependable, lasts up to 80 hours in the medium size, and isn’t exorbitantly expensive. With notes of fluffy marshmallow, there’s not more you can ask for. ($29.95, Anthropologie)

While Diptyque candles are definitely a splurge, we find that these candles are so fragrant that the scent is present even when not burning. Baies is one of the brand’s most popular fragrances with notes of rose and black currant. This is an ideal option for anyone looking for a clean fall scent. Plus, the monochromatic design is fitting for spooky season. ($110, Nordstrom)

Our Branded Content editor bought Yankee Candle’s Autumn Wreath on a whim, and now says it’s one of the best she’s tried for the price. It’s a traditional spicy candle with notes of cinnamon and apple, plus it’s covered in an adorable fall motif. ($16.99, Target)

Last year we raved about Snif x Half Baked Harvest’s rich Half Baked Pumpkin Smash candle, and this year, the recipe developer and fragrance brand are back with Half Baked Apple Cider Smash. It’s the ultimate candle for any apple cider fanatic with notes of sparkling apple cider, honeycrisp apple, and caramel glaze. It’s also the gift we’re buying in bulk for fall birthdays. ($34, Snif)

Anytime it’s remotely cloudy, we love to burn incense or light up a candle with notes of smoke. This option from Brooklyn Candle Co. is a great swap for incense lovers because it has notes of birch incense, charred cedar, vanilla bean, and tonka. Plus, we love how minimal the packaging is. Save it for a rainy day. ($34, Brooklyn Candle Co.)

Yes, you read that right. Homesick’s Cozy Sweater candle has actual notes of wool, patchouli, and pink pepper. At this point, we can buy just about anything from Homesick and feel satisfied with the fragrance. They’re a brand we love for gifting, too. ($29.95, Homesick)

We’re firm believers that you shouldn’t have to spend a ton of money on gimmicky seasonal decor. This Target candle is currently on sale for $6 and comes in an adorable pumpkin-shaped jar. That way, you can buy a couple and get your decorating fix while maintaining your budget. ($6, Target)

These printed taper candles are showing up everywhere on our social feeds. They’re the easiest way to get a Pinterest-esque tablescape in seconds. When we stumbled across this set of six from Amazon for just shy of $20, we knew we needed to add them to our carts. Buy for yourself or bring them as a gift to a host. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

One of the most painful parts of apartment living is life without a fireplace. Our fix: this portable fireplace candle from D.S. & Durga paired with this video. It has notes of pine, cedar, and oak ash, so you really won’t know the difference. Talk about innovation. ($70, D.S. & Durga)

Sweet brown sugar is balanced with hickory wood and pink peppercorn in this Otherland candle. It’s made of a blend of coconut and soy wax for an even, clean burn, and the packaging’s graphic design makes it both giftable and Instagrammable. ($40, Otherland)

If you’re looking for a no-frills, cheap fall candle that actually smells good, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day is always the way to go. While we love the brand for their dish and hand soaps, we discovered their limited-edition candles during the pandemic. This slightly sweet, slightly woodsy candle is a solid option at $10.99, so if you typically can’t get behind spending on candles, try this one. ($10.99, Target)