25 Best Candle Gift Sets to Start Your Collection

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An aroma for every mood.

Like flowers and candies, candles have always been the go-to gift for lazy, last-minute shoppers whenever popular holidays like Mother's Day or Valentine's Day roll around. Receiving a candle as a gift can sometimes elicit eye rolls and scoffs, especially when you're unsure what brands provide the best throw (how strong and far a particular candle's aroma can spread) or what notes the receiver favors. Luckily, I consider myself a bit of a candle connoisseur and I'm here to lend a helping hand. I'm not ashamed to admit I house a treasure trove of candles in a closet—from mini to jumbo and everything in between—that span every budget and mood, collected over the years. From designer faves like Diptyque and Le Labo to Nest and Forvr Mood's fan-favorite scents, here are the 25 absolute best candle gift sets that will make you everyone's favorite gift-giver.

Envelope your space with this Amazon best-selling candle set that's built to last. The star of this gift set is the muted pink candle holder that can be filled with the two refillable candles enclosed in the package, or used to hold brushes and other tiny accessories dancing around your vanity. Also included is a gold wick trimmer to keep your candle burning properly for its 115-hour burn life.

Gone are the days of blowing out your candles using your mouth, as you can easily expel all types of bacteria into the wax blend. With this kit, which features a snuffer, wick tripper, wick dipper, and a long-stick lighter—you don't have to work too hard to preserve the life of your candle.

A burning Diptyque candle is a conversation starter in any room. If you've ever wanted to delve into the world of Diptyque after hearing your friends or colleagues rave about its goodness, set your sights on this trio gift set, highlighting the brand's most iconic fa-favorite scents like juicy floral Baies or the fresh bloom of Roses. Each candle retails for $74 alone, so this set gives you a major bang for your buck.

Your favorite Maison Margiela scents come in candle form, too. Each candle is designed to evoke a different sensory experience in separate areas of your space, from your bedroom to the living room to the bathroom, using the luxury house's coziest fragrances like Lazy Sunday, By the Fireplace, and Bubble Bath.

If you prefer a smoke-less burning session, this candle warmer gets the job done safely, so you don't have to worry about forgetting to snuff the candle while you sleep or any soot accumulating over time.

Characterized by winter woods and smoky, earthy tones, this two-piece set marries the feeling of a sunny walk through an enchanting forest and the warmth of a cozy, remote cabin.

A spa-like trance awaits you with every light flick that touches this candle. Wild mint and eucalyptus permeate the room to awaken your senses and encourage relaxation.

Voluspa's refreshing candle trio takes you worldwide—no passport needed. Indulge in the bright florals of French Cade-Lavender or the sweet, tangy notes of Kalahari Watermelon. If you like even deeper notes, light a match to Jasmine Midnight Blooms, which pairs Eygptian jasmine with dune grass for an earthy edge.

Nothing hurts more than your favorite candle running low. Thankfully, this set from LAFCO includes just about everything to keep the floral burst alive for a long period of time. Once your candles run out, reach for the diffuser or the room spray to maintain the burst of blooms emanating from this collection.

You likely fell in love with Le Labo after discovering the heavenly aroma during a recent hotel stay. Here's a candle discovery set to relive the calming, soothing experience long after check-out.

A Parisian romance feels different to everyone. With this set, the love story is told through a blend of zesty lime and sweet tulip that feels like a spring morning in the city of love.

Soho Home gives a subtle nod to the sandy beaches and neutral palette of the Soho Roc House in Mykonos with a trio of candles playing tug-of-war with sweet and spicy, deep, and bright notes.

Miami is as sexy and lively as it is tranquil and calming. The Hotel Collection's E11EVEN set—inspired by the Miami nightclub of the same name—allows you to take the bustling city home with seductive, nocturnal notes like bergamot, sandalwood, and vanilla bean.

Great for the art lover in your life, this candle is modeled after the famous Marie Antoinette sculpture housed in the Louvre. Sure, you can light it but marveling at its design atop any surface is even better.

Your favorite candle deserves all the spotlight, so why not give it the recognition it deserves with this towering candle holder? Place your single-wick candle on the platform, which is held up by three hearts, to kickstart the conversation at any upcoming dinner parties.

Inspired by the breezy, sunny beaches in Seychelles, this collection from The White Company invites you on an olfactory journey from bathtime to post-shower care. Light the candle in your bathroom while you indulge in the shower gel and body lotion; keep your hands soft and supple with the hand wash and hand cream to take the Seychelles aroma on the go.

No, this candle set doesn't smell exactly like the herb it's named after. Instead, Malin + Goetz whipped up a wax blend that's more woodsy than anything but has spicy and smoky notes reminiscent of the greens.

Here's an unassuming candle that doubles as a floral-coconut aroma when its lit, and an accessories holder when the wax is finally all dried out.

Light this candle when you're at your wit's end. It's not better than therapy, but it comes close.

If your palette leans spicy some days and sweet other times, Dior's candle discovery trio has a scent to fit your every mood. Figue Méditerranée conjures the feeling of the fresh seaside; 30 Montaigne is a warm blend of spicy notes while amber and rose notes battle it out in Ambre Nuit.

Nerisha is the beauty commerce editor at ELLE.com, covering all things beauty (and fashion and music). She has a penchant for sneakers and nude lip glosses, and spends way too much time re-watching 90s sitcoms.

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