When the temperatures drop, there's nothing quite like staying at home with a good book (or a movie) and a cozy candle — and it's even better if you are having a bath. There's something about candles that makes them inherently autumnal. Sure, we all love our house or room to smell delicious year-round, but there's something about burning candles from October onwards that just feels right.
If you are a candle lover and burn them regularly and safely, you surely agree. And if you are on the market to find a new perfect candle for fall, we've done the homework for you. We've scoured the internet to find some of our favorite fall candles available on the market right now and categorized them by price: under $25, under $50, under $100, and luxury.
Our top picks
Best fall candles under $25
- Scent: Italian bergamot, blue violet, tonka bean.
- Burn time: 34 hours
- Weight: 8 oz./226 g
The first thing you should look for in a fall candle is for it to be cozy — so this one from Nashville-based company Paddywax is right on the money. The soy wax candle takes inspiration from a cozy night in, where you just want to be cuddled up in bed, reading a book or watching a movie. The scent is light and breezy, with bergamot and tonka bean as the seasonal anchors. This is one you'd want to go for if you are a fan of clean smells and want just a subtle autumnal twist. (Plus, it comes in a really cute box, which makes it perfect for gifting!)
- Scent: Pomegranate, orange blossom, white pine needles, blackberry, juniper berry, rosemary, birch leaf, red maple leaf, dried persimmon tree leaves.
- Burn time: 150 hours
- Weight: 22 oz./624 g
Of course, we couldn't have a candle roundup without a classic Yankee Candle. If you are looking for the best bang for your buck, Yankee Candles are always a safe option, with a promise of up to 150 hours of consistent room-filling fragrance. (And if you've ever smelt one, you know that to be true.) This Autumn Leaves scent is perhaps the most subtle fall candle you can find from the brand, given its woody core, which will make you want to hit play on Twilight immediately. However, if you are willing to go even sweeter, the brand also makes plenty of Pumpkin-forward scents for the season, including a Pumpkin Maple Crème Caramel one.
- Scent: Spiced pumpkin.
- Burn time: 40 hours
- Weight: N/A
If you are looking for a super affordable, fall-inspired candle that screams fall, look no further than IKEA. While the scent might not be as strong as others in this list, this candle is a super fun option if you are just looking to set the mood during movie night or dinners this fall. Plus, you get to keep the pumpkin-shaped glass to store all your trinkets in after you've finished burning it!
- Scent: Apple, spice.
- Burn time: 35 hours
- Weight: 7.2 oz./204 g
If you associate fall with apple orchards and apple picking, this cruelty-free apple cider candle is the one for you. It combines sweet and crisp notes of fruit with just a hint of spice and comes in a recyclable glass jar.
- Scent: Cider, cinnamon, cloves, apple, nutmeg.
- Burn time: 40 hours
- Weight: 9 oz./255 g
Does anything scream fall like a candle named “Hello Fall”? We don't think so. Feel free to burn this one year-round when you crave fall, but use it now to bring extra autumnal vibes to your home. Described as “warm and inviting,” the candle mixes notes of cinnamon, apples, and cloves.
- Scent: Caramel creme, mocha latte, rum, freshly brewed Hawaiian Kona coffee.
- Burn time: 40 hours
- Weight: 9 oz./255 g
If you are more of a Gilmore Girls fall type of person and associate the season of fallen leaves with coffee, but don't necessarily want to be making a cup every couple of hours, then this one is for you. This candle is bean-forward but packs a sweet and spicy punch with the addition of notes like caramel and rum.
Best fall candles under $50
- Scent: Tangerine, cinnamon, lemon, orange, vanilla, tonka bean, clove, fir needle, eucalyptus.
- Burn time: 60 hours
- Weight: 8.1 oz./230 g
If you are looking for a fall candle that not only smells great but also doubles as great decor, this one from Paddywax might be it. The brand's Spiced Apple cabana ceramic candle is one you'll want to keep in display long after it's all gone, thanks to the hand-painted striped orange and red vessel. (Plus, it smells like cozy apple, too!)
- Scent: Wild pumpkin, spicy masala chai, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon.
- Burn time: 60 hours
- Weight: 8.1 oz./230 g
A social media favorite, Nest's Pumpkin Chai candle combines tea spices with the sweetness of squash to create a cozy blend straight out of a warm cup.
- Scent: Cardamom, citrus, ginger, clove, cinnamon, wood.
- Burn time: N/A
- Weight: 7.06 oz./200 g
If you love Zara perfumes, wait until you hear about Zara candles. I've used up more than a handful in my house, and they never disappoint. They are cute, affordable, and smell great! This gingerbread one is perfect for those who like to think ahead and already associate fall with the holidays.
- Scent: Caramel, praline, nut butter, vanilla.
- Burn time: N/A
- Weight: 6.35 oz./180 g
Another great Zara option is this salted caramel candle, which features an “unexpectedly contrasting” blend of notes, with a boldly salty note, that will make you want to take up baking immediately. The brand describes it as an aroma “reminiscent of luxurious Parisian patisseries on a snowy Christmas stroll, when salted caramel is the ingredient waiting for you when you return to the warmth of your home after a cold winter day.”
- Scent: Balsam, amber, cinnamon, patchouli, clove, vanilla, sandalwood, smoke.
- Burn time: 54 hours
- Weight: 8 oz./226 g
If you prefer a slightly less sweet and spicier scent, with classic packaging to boot, this trendy Amber & Smoke candle from Paddywax is an excellent option thanks to its vintage-looking apothecary bottle design.
- Scent: Toasted marshmallow, smoldering woods, fire-roasted vanilla, crystallized amber.
- Burn time: 45 hours
- Weight: 14.5 oz./411 g
Bath & Body Works is the place to go for seasonal scents, so of course, the retailer has a bunch of cost-efficient options for fall, including this trendy Marshmallow Fireside candle, which will immediately transport you to a sweet bonfire night.
- Scent: Maple syrup, golden waffles, pumpkin spice, brown sugar.
- Burn time: 45 hours
- Weight: 14.5 oz./411 g
Another good option with great reviews from Bath & Body Works is the Pumpkin Pecan Waffles candle, which sounds delicious. The brand describes the candle as being “nutty” and “sweet,” like a “fall breakfast treat.”
- Scent: Pumpkin, orange zest, savory vanilla, cinnamon.
- Burn time: 85 hours
- Weight: 19 oz./538 g
We can't have fall without a little bit of citrus zest, and this Pumpkin Clove candle delivers just that. This Mississippi-based brand boasts over 1,000 5-star reviews for its scents and striking vessels, which also serve as cute decor.
- Scent: Pumpkin, browned butter, toasted nutmeg, cinnamon, sweet vanilla cream, brown sugar.
- Burn time: 46 hours
- Weight: 20.81 oz./615 g
Another option is a super cute confetti glass jar, which you can keep after using this Pumpkin & Sweet Vanilla candle by Anthropologie. This candle is meant to evoke a rich pumpkin soufflé blended with browned butter, toasted nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Scent: Glazed apricot, vanilla absolute, sheer amber.
- Burn time: 45 hours
- Weight: 8 oz./226 g
Glossier You practically has its own fan club, but that doesn't mean you should sleep on the rest of the brand's fragrances. This season, Glossier has launched a new, warm, and comforting scent called Lilyhaze, perfect for winding down at home if you prefer a sweet but not overpowering scent.
- Scent: Cardamom, pear, cedarwood, hinoki, oakmoss, smoked amber.
- Burn time: 50 hours
- Weight: 8.5 oz./241 g
Boy Smells is one of our favorite brands for candles, and, of course, the brand has scents that are perfect for fall — such as Hinoki Fantôme. This candle is supposed to open with a sweet-spicy mix of cardamom and pear, leaving way for a more earthy blend of hinoki and dry cedarwood right after. Sounds delish!
- Scent: Kombocha pumpkin, coconut milk, winter spices.
- Burn time: 100 hours
- Weight: 18 oz./510 g
If you want warm and spicy with a sweet touch, this Spiced Pumpkin Latte option from Voluspa might be it. Available also in a smaller size, the limited edition scent is a pure fall gourmand that is also super creamy, since it's made from coconut oil.
- Scent: Sicilian mandarin, ripe fig, velvety musk.
- Burn time: 100 hours
- Weight: 18 oz./510 g
If coconut and vanilla are not your cup of latte tea, this trendy Forbidden Fig scent might be. It comes in both smaller and larger sizes, centering on floral and fruity notes while maintaining an autumnal core. The brand says the scent is meant to evoke “the rustling wind sweeps up the essence of plump wild berries and fallen crushed leaves.”
Best fall candles under $100
- Scent: Lotus flower, eucalyptus, clove, muguet, green violet, iris wood, orchid, leather, sandalwood, cedarwood, cashmere musk, sueded amber.
- Burn time: 60 hours
- Weight: 9 oz./255 g
The (MALIN+GOETZ) Leather Candle is one to buy if you are already an expert candle burner — or if you want to leave a lasting impression while making a gift. While not explicitly a fall fragrance, the mix of notes in this one will undoubtedly remind you of colder days thanks to its aromatic woodiness, warmth, and comfort.
- Scent: Pink pepper, coriander, carrot, nutmeg, frankincense, cedarwood, oakmoss, balsam.
- Burn time: 40 hours
- Weight: 5.8 oz./ 165 g
Margiela's Autumn Vibes Replica candle is the essence of the season in a glass, blending a series of earthy and leafy scents to evoke a walk through the woods with crunchy leaves crackling beneath your feet. Not only that, but it looks amazing as IYKYK decor, which means it also doubles as a great gift.
- Scent: Clove oil, chestnut accord, vanilla accord.
- Burn time: 40 hours
- Weight: 5.8 oz./ 165 g
Another Margiela replica candle that screams fall is the uber-popular By The Fireplace, which also comes in an online-exclusive mini version. Described as smoky and woody, this fragrance is supposed to smell like you are sitting by the fire, which is a dream scenario in the fall. Don't think it's just woody, though, the formulation also includes orange flower and vanilla for an unexpected fresh touch.
- Scent: Cypress, juniper, clove, star anise.
- Burn time: 60 hours
- Weight: 8.6 oz./245 g
Le Labo says this fragrance is meant to transport you to “a cabin deep in the woods, a hushed retreat, out of reach of buzzing phones and blue light. An antidote to burnout.” Woody yet fresh, this scent is a break from the city and thrust into the woods, with a festive flair as its core, thanks to the extra notes of incense and patchouli.
Best luxury fall candles
- Scent: Hazelnut, brown sugar.
- Burn time: 30 hours
- Weight: 6 oz./170 g
Nothing is chicer than a Loewe candle, so if you can afford to splurge, you won't regret your decision. While the Spanish brand is famous for its Tomato Leaves candle, this Roasted Hazelnut one is much more fall-appropriate — plus it comes in a sleek, black-glazed terracotta vessel that screams Halloween. The brand promises this product to be nutty, woody, spicy, sweet, and delicious, so if you want to impress your guests, look no further.
- Scent: Wood, vetiver, patchouli, anise, spices, incense, rockrose, tonka bean.
- Burn time: 90 hours
- Weight: 21 oz./600 g
If you really want to splurge, whether it's for yourself or for a gift, this Diptyque Ambre candle might be your safest bet. The scent is as fall-coded as they come, with a mix of wood, vetiver, and patchouli with a spicy edge. However, the vessel is where we get bougie, which, by the way, also means candle in French. The limited-edition candle comes in a vessel coated with a coppery enamel and a real gold finish, ensuring no two are the same. If there's a candle lover in your household, this will be a gift they won't forget.
