If there's one thing ELLE editors covet, it's candles. At a recent pitch meeting, I brought up how theBoy Smells candleshelped me get through the pandemic and just thirty minutes later, I had this list of the best candle brands according to all of the editors in that meeting. Yes, I was also very late to my next meeting, but it was worth it. Below, learn the favorite of our editor-in-chief,Nina Garcia, plus everyone on our team, from beauty to art, design, features, and culture. When it comes to candles, the ELLE team is full of experts.
22K Gold Nightclub Map of Harlem Candle
Harlem Candle Companyharlemcandlecompany.com, $60.00, SHOP NOW
"I love the thoughtful details behind Harlem Candle Company, especially this limited edition one. The vessel is reason enough to buy it: the 22k gold print has a vintage map showing Harlem's best night clubs (made in 1932 by E. Simms Campbell) and turns into a cocktail glass once you've finished the candle. Oh yes, and the candle? It's a sexy mix of white flowers like lily of the valley combined with mandarin and sandalwood."—MA