They smell pretty amazing too.
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There are countless memories marked by scents we never want to forget. Summer days are filled with them—the sea salt scent of the beach, flowers on a picnic, fresh cut grass. So there's no better way to capture unforgettable moments in the sun than a summer candle! But of course, at House Beautiful, we're partial to candles that not only smell amazing but add a pretty touch to your home's interior—and we've rounded up some of the best of the season here. These stunning summer candles will whisk you away to your favorite vacation instantly!
Suffice it to say, you definitely won't throw these candles out after burning! Upcycle your beautiful candle by freezing the jar overnight, so the next morning, you can easily clean out the wax. You can use it as storage for makeup brushes or jewelry in your bedroom, pens for your office, or even as a planter! Scroll below to fall in love with the best summer candles of 2022. The best part? They'll find a spot in your home as decor even as seasons come and go.
This candle sends a wave of serenity into your space. From the sea salt notes and spiral ocean design here's a ceramic candle that makes bringing beauty to your home a breeze.
You'll find yourself booking your next tropical vacay after lighting a handmade soy candle with notes of mango, coconut, and a hint of peach.
With a warm coral hue and matte finish, this candle has a woody fragrance that will remind you of summer outdoors. It's youthful and welcoming, making a great first impression for your new house guests.
A balanced blend of bright lemon, refreshing eucalyptus, and the salty scent of the sea–this candle is an ode to the Italian coastline. Enjoy this trip for less from anywhere in your home.
A winner of our Live Better Awards, this AR-enabled candle offers an upgraded experience! Sit back and relax while a dreamy spoken word poem about the sea ensues. The notes are a lovely blend of sea salt, chamomile, and melon.
Nothing beats the sigh of relief when a night out gets canceled. A relevant and timely candle, this scent can be a message for yourself after a long day or a reminder your friends need during an at-home game night.
The name says it all: Channel summer romance with this candle and diffuser in a fresh grapefruit scent.
The newest city added to diptyque's City Candle Collection is one to remember (I personally can't get enough of the scent). The aroma wafts into your space even when it's unlit.
Coastal-inspired designs are taking over this year! The notes include pineapple, verbena, sparkling lemon, coconut, bergamot, and grapefruit chic.
For our Editor in Chief, Jo Saltz, this candle is a literal breath of fresh air. It also burns so cleanly and seems to last forever.
"I’ve never smelled a better candle than this one," she says. "Yes, it’s a little pricey, but it smells like you’ve opened a window onto the most beautiful, expansive, slightly frost-coated freesia garden in the whole world. I had it burning yesterday for like 8 hours and it barely made a dent."
If you’re counting down the days to your summer vacation this candle is the picture of what's to come. And its poured in a vintage mug, so it's reused and reusable!
Jackie Aina skillfully created a candle that will start a conversation while speaking itself. With key notes of tropical fruit, coconut, and caramel–this candle will motivate you to keep your notifications on do not disturb whenever you want to unwind.
If you're always out in your garden, you will feel right at home with this gardenia and jasmine-scented candle. It even has a lemon peel note to round out the aroma.
Just imagine—you, the beach, and a mojito in your hand. Kick off happy hour with a scent that will awaken your senses.
Minimalist and modern, this porcelain vessel is not only design-forward but available in three scents. It's dishwasher-safe for any creative upcycling projects you take on after the fresh tea scent is finished burning.
Did anyone say brunch? You'll obsess over the intoxicating and tangy notes of orange, grapefruit, and mangosteen.
Playful and unique, this is a soy-wax candle you'll want on display all summer. You can place this inside of a used candle, decorative dish or choose not to light it at all! Over time, the lovely color fades into a muted version of the original hue.
The Henry Bottle Collection features elegant beeswax candles in a bulb, arched, or faceted design patterns. This robin egg blue color seamlessly captures summer in a bottle. The burn time is 50 hours for an ambiance that lasts.
The Ramona character is described as having a "gentle soul." With a top hat and knowing gaze–the fresh air and sheer citrus top notes are pretty fitting for this candle. The hat also doubles as an incense cone or strike-anywhere match!
Of course, we have to add a unique candle alternative you'll use over and over again. This decorative candle bowl brings the outdoors inside with wood chips coated in a lemon, rosemary, oakmoss, ginger, and cardamom scent. Beautiful with or without the pine wooden lid, you can reuse the bowl to hold your favorite aroma.
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