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Cozy Candle Season: Why Fall Makes Everyone a Candle Lover
Almost overnight, I go from taking in the summer sun at a nearby park to seeing golden brown leaves on the ground on my way home.
Who put those there, and when did they fall? 😮
Aaah, the signs of autumn are near.
The leaves begin to turn, and the air grows crisp. A natural (seemingly ‘blink, and you miss it’) shift happens.
Summer’s vibrant energy gives way to the cozy embrace of Fall. This season invites us to slow down, unwind, and enjoy the comforts of our apartment or home.
There’s so much to the Fall meaning, and it’s no wonder that candles become a key comfort in this transition period.
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Here’s 5 reasons why a candle gift set makes the perfect gift:
When is Candle Season?
A report from the National Candle Association (NCA) stated that almost 40% of annual candle sales occur in the last three months of the year.
But the candle buzz builds earlier than that.
Fall is often considered “candle season,” thanks to the soft glow of candle flames, which brighten our shorter days, and their warm fragrances, which complement the cooler temperatures.
During this season, candles become more than just decorative items—they create ambiance, evoke memories, and bring a sense of calm to the indoor spaces we retreat to after summer.
We’re expert candle artisans here at Spoken Flames, and can attest that Fall is the start of peak candle season.
By mid-August, orders for our most beloved Fall candles trickle in (even before any email blast goes out!).
Candle lovers are ready.
Cozy season starts NOW.
Here’s why Fall makes everyone (even more of) a candle lover.
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Why Are Candles So Popular in the Fall?
Fall has a unique charm that makes it an ideal season for candles.
As the daylight hours shorten, we naturally seek warmth and light.
Candles offer a simple but powerful way to bring that warmth into our homes.
Their flickering flames and inviting scents can transform any space into a peaceful home.
At Spoken Flames, we exclusively make wooden wick candles with wood sourced from FSC-certified mills in the U.S.
Our untreated, natural wooden wicks mean our candles crackle like a mini campfire in your space. Bonus! 🪵
The Cozy Candle Mindset
The popularity of candles in the Fall can also be credited to their psychological comfort.
The transition from summer to fall often brings about a shift in mood that leans towards introspection and relaxation.
Lighting a candle can enhance this mood, making embracing the season’s slower pace easier.
Whether you’re curling up with a good book, hosting a dinner party (Friendsgiving is near), or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, candles add a touch of coziness that’s hard to resist.
So, many people stock up on candles for Fall, both their core candle favorites and seasonal candles are on the list.
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What Are Seasonal Candles?
Seasonal candles are those specifically crafted to reflect the essence of a particular time of year.
In the Fall, this often means candles with scents that evoke the season’s warmth, spice, and richness.
Think of aromas like crisp air, the sweet scent of butternut squash, or the comforting fragrance of vanilla and soft cashmere.
These seasonal candle scents are designed to complement our changing environments, boost our moods, celebrate the season’s holidays, and help bring the outdoors in, creating a seamless transition from one season to the next.
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Seasonal candle sets are also popular during this time, offering a curated collection of scents that embody the spirit of Fall or Winter.
These sets often include a variety of fragrances, allowing you to mix and match according to your mood or the occasion.
You might even scentscape your home, placing one fragrance in one room or the other.
Whether you’re a Starbucks pumpkin spice fanatic or a baking connoisseur with your ground star anise on hand, Fall seasonal candles generally offer warm, scented candles that offer something for everyone.
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Is Fall the Only Season for Candles?
While Fall is undeniably a prime time for candles, there’s no reason to limit your candle-buying to one season.
A true candle lover would never 😉
Candles offer year-round comfort and can improve the mood and atmosphere of any space, regardless of the time of year.
Each season has its own set of scents and moods that can be enhanced by the right candle.
Spring might call for a fresh, floral scent, while summer could inspire a juicy melon medley.
Winter, of course, is another peak candle season, with its focus on holiday scents like pine and snow. And have you heard about this Winter candle that smells like snow?
The key is to choose candles that resonate with the atmosphere you want to create, no matter the time of year.
But know that you’re not alone in wanting to get your ‘cozy on’ this time of year! 🍂
6. Candles can help increase focus in a work from home environment
The rise in WFH and remote work means our workspaces are full of comforts—and distractions. But why would anyone light a candle at their work desk? To keep those distractions at bay. From chatty co-workers (albeit via Slack) to social media, candles are a thoughtful corporate gift that can help us focus and create space for us to do our best work.
Consider it a productivity hack. 💡
The presence of a candle flame can set a calming mood. Wooden wick candles in particular have a unique soft-crackling sound, which can serve as natural and relaxing ambient sound in one’s space. Plus, select scent profiles, like citrus, woody or a floral scent of a scented candle can influence physiological responses that help keep the mind on track.
7. Candles can be an environmentally responsible gift choice
First, it‘s a candle, next it’s their favorite whiskey glass. 🥃
Depending on the candle’s vessel, most candle jars can be upcycled after the burn cycle of the candle. It can be used as storage, glassware and more, so you can feel good knowing that your gift will keep on giving! And your candle gift (once upcycled) can be a pleasant reminder, if not a conversation piece in their home, of your thoughtfulness.
A candle gift set solves my gifting needs—but wait! I don’t know what candle scent they may like 😟
Bonus tip: How to pick a candle scent for a gift
So a candle gift set meets your needs, but you’re not sure what scents they like 😟 Pro tip: consider an unscented candle or a gift set that offers a variety of scents.
The unique thing about Spoken Flames’ Trio Sets is that each candle gift set has a variety of scents with great range—from woody, citrus and floral in our F, Yes Collection, for example.
Your gift recipient would never get bored, and it increases your chances for satisfaction with a broad range of scents in their hands.
Because Spoken Flames candles are message-driven, our motivating candle statements (even without scent) mean that you’ll still win big with this meaningful gifting choice!
