One of these days I will break down and buy a Loewe candle, but which? I want beetroot, I want incense, I want orange blossom. The latest, Roasted Hazelnut: "The ‘Roasted Hazelnut’ scented candle has an extra-high-intensity fragrance with a woody, nutty aroma evocative of the unique fragrance of roasted hazelnuts: a culinary delicacy with a distinctively rich flavour often used in desserts and confectionary. Its deep, spicy and smoky aspects unfold to reveal sweet notes of brown sugar over time. Crafted in natural wax with a single cotton wick, the candle is presented in a black glazed terracotta vessel with a stamped base." The 170g is $120 (or 610g for $245; 2120g for $495). The matching 150 ml room spray is $135, and there's also a new Mushroom home fragrance.
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From Adlan Fragrances, the Bitter End candle: "Embark on a journey of contrast, where the brisk allure of bitter orange and earthy petitgrain beckons you into sun-kissed Mediterranean neroli, tenderly sweetened by golden honey. This dynamic tale culminates in a whispered embrace of delicate orange blossom and intoxicating jasmine, capturing the duality of life’s sweet and bitter moments in an elegant, evocative dance." $85 for 290g at Candle Delirium.
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The limited edition Petite Patisserie collection from Illume includes candles in Angel Food, Café Au Lait, Carrot Ginger Crème, Tarte Au Citron and Wild Jam Scone (and possibly others). Each candle comes in a 200g Ceramic jar for $38 or a 275g tin for $24. At Dillards or Whole Foods.
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From Diptyque for Valentine's Day: "A harmony of flowers and leaves. A new, limited-edition duo for Valentine's Day combining the the tangy green accents of Baies (Berries) with the floral notes of Roses." 2 x 190g for $156 at Diptyque.
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From Glasshouse, the Dance of the Dragon candle: "An extra flicker seems to happen when it's lit, like you've unleashed the majesty of the creature itself. The blend of Champaca, Sandalwood, and Amber surge together to erase the past and make you reborn with power. This is the Dance of the Dragon." $55 for 380g at CO Bigelow.