11 Cool Designer Candles To Gift Your Chicest Pal

While there are some amazing candles out there, there are a few that go above and beyond to bring the swank. Yes, designer candles are a thing, and if you're like me, you're going to want them all.

I’m a total candle junkie, I’ll admit it. I peruse the aisles of HomeGood for hours to find the perfect scented candle to compliment my current mood. It’s almost as if the decor in my house isn’t completely right without the addition of a good candle, which is why I think the best ones can be great holiday gifts for the home decor lovers in all of us. I know for sure that they make for a really fly Instagram post when accompanying a particularly delectable plate of food.

As a hardcore fashion or beauty obsessive, receiving a sophisticated candle inspired or created by my favorite fashion or beauty brand would be a dream. Just as chic as their RTW or beauty brand counterparts, these products certainly take the candle game to new heights. Think of it as purchasing a piece from your giftee’s favorite designer (at a fraction of the cost). These are the candles you may have not known existed — but they're so amazing, you're going to be glad you do now.

1. Alaia

Alaia Scented Candle, $89, saksfifthavenue.com

Your fashion-forward friend will love you even more once they unwrap this gift.

2. Le Labo

Le Labo Santal 26 Classic Candle/8.6 oz., $75, saksfifthavenue.com

Le Labo candles offer the ultimate personalization option — adding the name and address of your giftee directly on the label.

3. Diptyque

Diptyque Mini Holiday Candles, $78, bluemercury.com

Why give one, when you can give five? This charming holiday set from Diptyque is perfect for hiding under the tree.

4. Elizabeth and James

Elizabeth and James Nirvana Black Candle, $60, sephora.com

If you're giving a gift to someone who loves the Olsen twins as much as I do, this candle should be at the top of your ideas list.

5. Aerin

Rose De Grasse Candle, $65, aerin.com

You can never go wrong with a simple, yet fresh rose scented candle.

6. Diana Vreeland

Diana Vreeland Extravagance Russe scented candle, 275g, $90, netaporter.com

This chic candle will help you gain points with any future mother-in-law.

7. Tom Ford

Tom Ford Private Blend Vanille Scented Candle, $190, shopspring.com

I'll admit that this candle is a little on the pricey side, but well worth the jaw drop moment you'll see from your giftee.

8. Byredo

Saints Incense Candle, $140, byredo.com

This dark collector's edition candle from Byredo would make for a seriously cool holiday gift.

9. Kate Spade

Light up the Room Candle, $40, katespade.com

How adorable is this polka dotted candle from Kate Spade? The design alone would be enough to brighten a room.

10. Jo Malone

Jo Malone London English Pear & Freesia Travel Candle, $35, bloomingdales.com

I'm already into all of Jo Malone's scents, so having one of the brand's candles burning in my living room would be the icing on the cake.

11. Givenchy

Givenchy Beauty, L'Atelier Cuir Blanc Candle, $76, barneys.com

I can totally smell the luxury from here.

With these sophisticated candle selections, everyone will want you as their secret Santa next year.

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