All We Want For Christmas: The 2023 Candle Gift Guide

So, it may be our own stock but we can still have a Christmas list right? Especially since it’ll help anyone who may be looking for some festive inspiration for their own collections. That’s why this week we’re indulging you (and ourselves) with a definitive guide to our best-selling Christmas candles and diffusers, and how you can make them shine even brighter with a little help from our gift packaging. So, get your notebook at the ready, pop some festive tunes on, grab a hot chocolate (or mulled wine), and let’s get into it!

The Show-Stopper

It will probably come as no surprise that the star at the top of our LLCS tree just has to be the Christmas Tree Renee Candle Jars. They're super chic as ornaments around the home even when they aren’t lit, and when they are lit they’re twinkly and magical. If you’re wanting winter wonderland vibes, we recommend the silver version, or if it’s a warmer, cosier aesthetic that you’re after, opt for the rose gold.

Because these jars are so fabulous on their own, there’s no need to add any extras if you simply want the vessel to be the star of the show. But, If you do want to add even more wow-factor, they look incredible with some Pearlescent Quartz Mini Chips nestled into the wax. Who could resist?

The Golden Girl

For diffusers this year we’ll definitely be asking Santa for the Gold GEO - an absolute classic. Preferably complete with our Frosted Spice and Ylang fragrance oil for a decadent, festive pairing that will take you from Christmas, to New Year’s, and beyond. Oh, and don’t forget to grab some diffuser gift boxes to package them in!

The Magic In The Air

It could be magic, or it could just be an utterly spellbinding fragrance. We really did try to choose just one favourite, but where’s the fun in that? Especially since we’ve fallen hard for our brand new limited edition fragrance oils, especially those that make the best Christmas candles. The Currant is a bold, juicy and rich scent that really packs a beautiful punch - pair with a deep red jar, like our stunning Burgundy Geo, for a candle that simply oozes indulgence. The Candied Almond oil, on the other hand, is just as delectable but a much lighter, sweeter fragrance - perfect for those quiet luxury moments; classy, indulgent, and with just a hint of Christmas magic.

Please be aware that these fragrance oils are limited edition, and are flying off the shelves, so once they’re gone, they’re gone! Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

The Icing On The Cake

Gift-ready candles are the perfect way to set your products apart from the competition. By creating beautiful products, in beautiful packaging, you can take out all the hard work for your customers and create sparkling gifts that they just can’t resist giving! Plus, little  thoughtful touches like ribbons and labels don’t just draw the eye, they also proudly shout about the fact that you’re a small business - people love supporting local artisans, so don’t be afraid to let them know!

We’ve got all the packaging essentials that you might need, from foam inserts to super-smart gift boxes. We absolutely love seeing the unique gift sets that our brilliant customers create using these large boxes and inserts, and they’re a really clever way of adding value for the customer, while also upselling them from just one product.

The Christmas Elves

If you don’t have time to craft your candles yourself before the Christmas rush, fear not!  With our Private Label Service, you can choose from a range of products that our team will carefully create for you, complete with your branding. Then, they’ll arrive at your door ready to be gifted and cherished. Or, if it’s just custom jars you’re after - we can do that too! Whether you’d like them to be printed with your branding, gift labels, or a special Christmas design, we can tailor them to your exact specifications; you can read more about our customisation service here. 

That’s A Wrap

If you need help making your Christmas candles, check out our handy how-to video for a step-by-step guide to get you started. We hope this blog has given you some festive inspiration, and we wish you the very best of luck with your Christmas sales!

Please tag us in your social posts so we can swoon over your wonderful candle creations and remember, if you need any more help, advice or inspiration, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us! We love hearing about your businesses, products and ideas - so don’t be shy, let’s chat!