The Best Scented Candles Of All Time, From A $10 Drugstore Find To A $480 Showstopper

According to The New York Times, Tom Ford kept this exact juicy diptyque candle burning as he designed for Gucci. It's a unique one — luxe without ever bordering on over the top. Simply put: if you know, you know.

A collaboration between the editor-favorite brand Boy Smells and musician Kacey Musgraves, Slow Burn sold out in a flash upon first release. "Glowing and dark — incense, black pepper, and guaiac wood take center stage with whiffs of embers in the distance," described a quote from Musgraves in the product description.

A Molton Brown signature, the Black Peppercorn scent is more complex than you might think at first. Clock the ginger, amber, and bergamot notes that round out the spicy fragrance.

Gone are easy-to-understand notes, like tonka or rose. Instead, Concrete After Lightning's top note of "electricity" is complemented by "ozone," "summer rain," and — of course — a base note of concrete and steam.

By its nature, you can think of MALIN+GOETZ's Tobacco as decidedly unisex. Still, there's a hint of sweetness to this candle that'll make you want to curl up with a warm blanket and a good book.

Fresh, timeless, and romantic — this candle is classic Jo Malone. Clementine leaves and orange blossom create a citrus scent that's radiant, yet very comforting. (Case in point: Poppy Delevingne opted for the perfume version of the fragrance for her wedding.)

Pop a bottle. Voluspa's black-and-gold candle is fragranced with brut champagne, barrel oak, and a pinch of vanilla — and at just $18, it's the perfect last-minute gift.

Reviews for Madewell's feminine Rosewood Cassis scent are enthusiastic, to say the least. Another perk: You can add it to your shopping cart between pairs of jeans.

While this candle's fresh-cut floral scent is a major plus, fans of the designer might never even light it up. Or, if they do, they'll make sure to keep the vessel after — the multifaceted face-shaped candle is very Jonathan Adler.

No fireplace? No problem. LAFCO's Feu de Bois — wood fire, in French — magically transports you to cozier moments via leather, pine, and sandalwood.

It might be just $10, but LATHER's Lavender Candle still packs in the fragrance thanks to soy wax and lavender essential oil. Consider the affordable price just another perk.

An apothecary-inspired design hints at the throwback scent of Curionoir's candle. Mandarin, saffron, and narcissus absolute are uniquely nostalgic, underscored by a punch of cayenne pepper.

Otherland's Canopy candle is all about warmer weather. California fig, ivy greens, and "summer dew" ring through its rich, green blend.

Affordable candles can get a bad reputation for being cloyingly sweet, but this cashmere and jasmine fragrance from Chesapeake Bay Candle balances the fine line with ease.

Another evocative scent from BYREDO, this candle's masala chai base invites your own interpretation — it might be spicy and sultry or comfortable and homey, depending on your relationship with the fragrance.

Almond, nutmeg, florals, and marshmallow blend together in this eye-catching candle that, yes, you can pick up online from none other than & Other Stories. C'est magnifique.

The candle heard round the world, Heretic's head-turning (and previously sold-out) candle does smell amazing: Think geranium, zippy bergamot, Damask rose, and woodsy cedar.

Meet your new go-to birthday gift. Reviewers love this thoughtful candle's scent, too — a combination of wood, lemon, citrus, herb, and amber.

When Capri Blue says this candle is colossal, it means it. With a 250-hour burn time, you'll get to enjoy Capri Blue and Anthropologie's signature Volcano scent for a long, long time.

Rather than focus on just one floral note, the Bob's Flower Shoppe scent transports you straight to the source, combining blossoms, greens, and fresh dew.

An iconic drugstore pick — and fan favorite — Mrs. Meyer's fresh-smelling candle complements the brand's cleaning supplies shockingly well. A clean day, indeed.

Decorated with an illustration by Allison Kunath, this Brooklyn Candle Studio pick smells as dreamy as it looks. Currant, fig, amber, and sandalwood make a romantic blend.

Subtle, the Nudesse Holo is not. But beautiful? 100 percent. Even better, it's fragranced to smell like a rose garden after it rains.

It's hard to choose this candle's best feature: its delightful packaging, best-seller status, or the fruity and floral scent hidden inside.

Go big or go home. Le Labo's impressively large candle clocks in at 42.3 ounces, so you can enjoy Santal 26 in every room of your home.

This chic, white candle is crafted by Venus ET Fleur — creators of those swoon-worthy rose bouquets you've probably spotted on Instagram. It's safe to say the brand understands the scent well.

Clare V. fans will enjoy this candle's oh-so-French look, while everyone will flock to its Mediterranean-inspired eucalyptus and lavender notes.

You'll understand why this beauty brand made a candle fragranced like its body cream once you give it a sniff. The salted caramel, pistachio, jasmine, and vanilla scent can be summed up in one word: yummy.

Another option ripe for gifting, Anecdote Candles' light-hearted jar will make you smile. Then, its coffee, jasmine, and cedar scent will help you unwind.

Obviously, this oceanic Louis Vuitton candle is a splurge. Still, the $190 pick is one you'll keep on your vanity for years to come thanks to the house's fine eye for tiny details.

Each Infinity Candle scent includes a crackling wick — to enjoy while you burn — and a crystal, to keep on hand for later.

Similar to its perfumes, The Harmonist's Velvet Fire candle smells luxurious, but not overplayed. Guests will want to know exactly where you picked up this uniquely botanical scent.

What does l'amore smell like? According to iconic fragrance brand Acqua di Parma: spicy pepper, warm clove, and sweet opoponax.

Sultry and unpredictable, Jasmin Rouge is an edgy floral that embodies Tom Ford's iconically flirtatious fragrance line.

There's a reason Donna Karan's Cashmere Mist fragrance is available as a perfume, lotion, and deodorant. The subtle, feminine scent — with notes of jasmine, lily of the valley, and sandalwood — is that good.

Gwyneth Paltrow made waves with her candle formulated to smell like her intimate area, with notes of geranium, citrusy bergamot, cedar, Damask rose, and ambrette seed.

This statement-making scent is a cocktail of the leather notes Tom For is synonymous mixed with sweet almond, iris, tonka bean, sage, and fresh florals.

Awakening mint and soothing eucalyptus make up this best-seller which also includes notes of basil and ginger to invigorate the senses.

Nothing beats a sweet soy candle with a soft coconut scent.

This scent is seen as the candle that started it all for P.F. Candle Co., thanks to its perfect mix of leather, teak, and orange.

Go on an exotic vacation without leaving your home with this classic candle which features bright citrus, sweet florals, and spicy vanilla.

This dynamic scent duo boasts stress relief as well as countless five-star reviews.

Featuring the dark and spicy aroma of rum, ripe plum, crisp bergamot, notes of leather, and creamy milk, this candle will transport you to a tropical island in an instant.

With notes of coastal rain, eucalyptus shoot, magnolia, and pacific spray, this candle truly captures a moment and atmosphere.

Bergamot, lavender, violet have made this candle a favorite for the brand.