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Nothing signals the start of the holiday season quite like the glow of a Christmas candle. If you’re still hunting for gifts for everyone on your ‘nice’ list, these festive candles and sets promise more than just a cosy fragrance. They’re decorative treasures in their own right, ready to illuminate your home with festive cheer in more ways than one.
01 - Acqua di Parma Holiday Candle Trio, SGD237
Firstly, encased in gilded vessels depicting graphic motifs by architect and designer Cristina Celestino, this trio is a study in Italian holiday charm. Each mini 70 g candle channels a festive mood, from the scent of alpine forests in Bosco to Christmas Panettone and winter candy Torrone. Altogether, they radiate warmth, joy and unmistakable Italian flair. ACQUA DI PARMA
02 - Byredo Winter Cabin Candle, SGD135
No fireplace? No problem. Because Byredo’s limited-edition candle captures the comfort of fireside evenings with smoky birch, vetiver, patchouli and amber. Simply cosy up to enjoy the essence of the holiday season’s cherished ritual. Housed in a 240 g vessel offering up to 60 hours of burn time, it’s certainly pure winter nostalgia in a single flicker. BYREDO
03 - Dior Beauty Piste aux Étoiles Candle, SGD173
Part of Dior’s Holiday 2025 theme, Circus Of Dreams, this 250 g limited-edition candle evokes a magical big-top fantasy. The scent of caramelised almonds and cotton candy is not only both whimsical and luxurious. The gold-adorned ceramic vessel by artist Pietro Ruffo also transforms any room into a Dior dreamscape. DIOR
04 - Diptyque Sapin (Pine Tree) Candle, SGD126
Then comes this perennial winter favourite from Diptique. The French parfumerie’s Sapin candle returns hand-gilded and glowing with festive allure. Indeed, notes of Siberian pine, resin, cedar and moss beautifully capture the spirit of winter with every flicker. The 190 g candle fills the air with the enveloping scent of freshly cut evergreens. DIPTYQUE
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05 - Jo Malone London Pine & Eucalyptus Scented Candle, SGD127
If you love the crisp scent of snow-dusted woodlands on a Christmas morning, this is one for you. Bursting with aromatic pine and invigorating eucalyptus, this limited-edition olfactory treat brings festive freshness to every corner. Handcrafted in the British countryside, the 200 g candle burns for up to 45 radiant hours. JO MALONE LONDON
06 - Loewe Home Scents Capsule Collection, SGD375
In a chic celebration of scent and craftsmanship, Loewe gives holiday classics a modern twist with this exclusive trio. Each 280 g natural wax candle comes in a metallic-glazed terracotta vessel, complete with an Anagram-stamped case, of course. Gold holds Earl Grey, silver cradles Black Sesame and deep red showcases Sweet Almond. LOEWE
07 - Maison Francis Kurkdjian Trio of Scented Candles, SGD242
If you can’t settle on just one captivating holiday scent, why not indulge in this trio of candles? Fill your home with the charm of a Parisian winter, with each 75 g candle channelling a different mood. Woody Mon Beau Sapin, spicy Pain d’épices and sweet Pomme d’amour come in Limoges porcelain jars inspired by the maison’s historic boutique. MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN
08 - Penhaligon’s Fireside Fir Scented Candle, SGD130
Last but not least, rounding up the list is Penhaligon’s ode to fireside cosiness. This 200 g candle sees fir balsam and cypress mingle with cashmere-soft vanilla and silky sandalwood for an inviting atmosphere. The dark green vessel, detailed with stitched Penhaligon’s lettering, brings further British charm to festive evenings by the glow of candlelight. PENHALIGON’S
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