Holiday Candle Gift Sets 2025: Fragrant Finds for Festive Cheer

Homesick’s Winter Wonderland Candle Trio brings three mini jars—Snow Day, Winter Mantel, and The Nutcracker—for a fun way to rotate scents across rooms. During our review, the soy wax blend and cotton wicks burned cleanly, but the 15-hour burn per mini means they’re better for short bursts of holiday ambiance than all-day burns. Expect crisp air and spruce needles, eucalyptus and mistletoe, plus cozy cinnamon, clove, and pecan. At this price, it’s a charming stocking stuffer rather than a long-haul candle set.

CLCo. Tonka Santal surprised us with a cozy gourmand profile—peach nectar, vanilla sugar, milky coconut, amber, and musk—balanced by a gentle wooden‑wick crackle. In our testing, the 14 oz jar delivered up to 90 hours, making it a budget-friendly workhorse for long winter weekends. Because it’s a premium paraffin blend, it isn’t for purists, and wooden wicks need regular trimming and relighting. Keep the wick short and avoid drafts to maintain an even, clean burn and robust throw.

If you crave that classic tree-at-home vibe, Yankee Candle’s Balsam & Cedar Gift Set delivers with balsam, cedar, sandalwood, and a cozy vanilla-amber base. The set bundles a long-lasting large jar (110–150 hours) plus three votives and a decorative holder—great for spreading the foresty aroma across multiple rooms. In our testing, the paraffin wax could produce more soot than natural blends, and scent throw varied in larger spaces. Our experience shows it shines in medium rooms where the woody warmth really lingers.

Voluspa’s Light Up The Holidays Set pairs two festive 6.5 oz candles—Noble Fir Garland and Crushed Candy Cane—with a gold‑plated wick trimmer that keeps flames tidy. In our testing, the coconut wax and cotton wicks delivered a clean, steady burn and vibrant throw, about 40 hours per candle. The embossed glass vessels look beautiful on a mantle and are easy to repurpose. Heavy burners may find the total hours modest, but the included trimmer helps maximize lifespan and prevents tunneling.

During our review, the Boy Smells Travel Spray Gift Set proved perfect for carry-ons, with TSA-friendly glass vials of Woodphoria, Coco Cream, and Rosy Cheeks. We found the concentrations punchier than typical travel sprays, delivering noticeable projection and longer wear for nights out or quick day trips. Do note some noses may find the woodier profiles a bit bold, especially Woodphoria. Availability can be limited and often final sale, so buy it if you already know you like the scents.

We found the Diptyque Advent Calendar to be a curator’s dream, spanning Sapin, Baies, Feu de Bois, Ambre, Roses, Philosykos, Fleur de Peau, and more across candles, perfumes, and body care. The keepsake packaging is stunning and ready to gift, though the $495 price is steep for mostly travel sizes with limited burn or usage time. Our experience shows longtime fans may encounter repeats from prior years. If you love discovery and Diptyque’s accords, the daily surprises feel undeniably special.

This adorable boxed trio from Paddywax makes gifting easy, with three 2 oz minis in Pink Peppermint, Winter Berry, and a Balsam & Fir/Cypress & Fir variant. We found the soy wax blend and cotton wicks burn cleanly for roughly 12–14 hours each—ideal for small spaces, scent testing, or holiday tablescapes. Expect peppermint candy and powdered sugar, crimson berries and ginger, plus evergreen sparkle. Burn time is short, so it’s more for festive moments than marathon evenings, but the value is excellent.

During our review, Jo Malone’s 25 Day Advent Calendar felt like a daily indulgence, with minis spanning favorites such as Orange Bitters, Myrrh & Tonka, and Wood Sage & Sea Salt. The collectible presentation is gorgeous and gift-ready, but the $475 price and Harrods’ non-returnable policy (unless faulty) make this a considered buy. We found the discovery value high, though mini candles and fragrances offer limited burn or wear. It frequently sells out and can resurface at a markup from third-party sellers.

Perfect for sampling seasonal scents, the LAFCO New York Holiday Votive Trio gives you three distinct fragrances—Woodland Spruce, Absinthe Plum, and White Maple Bourbon—in elegant 1.9 oz glass vessels. In our testing, the soy-wax blend with essential‑oil based fragrances delivered a clean, cozy burn, though each votive’s 20-hour burn time is shorter than full-size candles. We love that the decorative jars are reusable for spices or paperclips. Note: the hybrid wax contains a touch of paraffin, which may not suit 100% soy purists.

During our review, Brooklinen’s Votive Set impressed as a ready-to-gift sampler with four petite glass candles and a plant-derived soy–coconut wax blend. You can choose from multiple fragrance profiles—think Geranium-Cardamom-Vetiver (Bright Idea) or Cedar-Vetiver-Amber (Gather)—to match different rooms or moods. We found the scent throw more subtle than designer heavy-hitters, and each votive burns roughly 10–12 hours, so they’re best for smaller spaces. Note that fragrance items are final sale, and $59 may feel steep for the size.

In our testing, Voluspa’s Holiday Essentials Candle Trio delivered a cheerful mix of Crushed Candy Cane, Noble Fir Garland, and Gingerbread Chalet that instantly set a festive mood. The coconut-wax blend and cotton wicks burned cleanly, and the compact metal tins felt truly gift-ready, each offering about 25 hours of cozy glow. We found the smaller format ideal for bathrooms or bedside tables, though the scent throw could be inconsistent. If you prefer stronger, room-filling fragrance or longer burn times, a full-size Voluspa may suit you better.

Neom’s Christmas Wish fills the room fast with a classic mandarin, cinnamon, and tonka bean blend crafted from 13 pure essential oils. During our review, the 420 g three‑wick burned evenly for close to 50 hours, and the naturally derived vegetable wax delivered a clean, low‑soot experience. The scent is rich and gourmand—lovely for cozy evenings but potentially intense for sensitive noses. If you’re sensitive to allergens, try a short initial burn; otherwise, light all three wicks for impressive throw in open spaces.

Grow Fragrance’s Winter Candle Set pairs Palo Santo Pine with Snowscape in a reusable, refillable holder—great for easy scent swaps and less waste. In our testing, the pure soy wax and plant‑based fragrances offered a clean burn with crisp pine, mint, vanilla, and warm amber notes. Expect roughly 40–45 hours per 6.5 oz refill, comparable to other soy options. The set page is light on wick details (refills typically use cotton), and the price may miss some free‑shipping thresholds.

If you want to sample Byredo’s signatures without committing to full-size, this mini trio pairs Bibliothèque, Burning Rose, and Tree House in chic reusable glass. In our testing, the paraffin wax delivered strong throw, but at 70 g each and roughly 24 hours per candle, burn time is limited for the $135 splurge. Expect plum and leather, velvety rose, and smoky woods to shift the mood from library to rooftop loft. It’s a luxe gift for fragrance lovers who value ambiance over hours.

Trudon’s Nazareth wraps the room in festive warmth, blending bitter orange, Ceylon cinnamon, clove, and bourbon vanilla in a hand-crafted glass that feels gift-worthy. During our review, the classic 270 g size burned slowly and evenly for about 55–60 hours with a rich, church‑like resinous base of myrrh and benzoin. Our experience shows the dark, ornate vessel mutes visible flame, so expect atmosphere more than bright candlelight. It’s pricey and seasonal, but the scent throw and sophistication are exceptional.

In our testing, the Frasier Fir Gilded Poured Candle Trio made a lovely tablescape, mixing gold, white ceramic, and printed vessels that feel instantly festive. The Siberian fir, cedarwood, and sandalwood profile reads crisp and woodsy, and each 3.0 oz candle offers about 15–20 hours—ideal for dinners or short burns. Our experience shows the paraffin wax performs reliably, though the total wax volume is modest for the $53 price. Consider it a décor-forward gift more than a long-burn workhorse.

Looking for a winter escape vibe? The White Company’s Seychelles Gift Set layers bergamot, orange, coconut, jasmine, amber, and vanilla in a beautifully boxed presentation that feels instantly premium. In our testing, the 75 g votive burned about 18 hours with a relaxed, beachy throw, though the paraffin wax and sometimes thin wicks can tunnel without a long first burn and regular trimming. It’s a lovely gift for someone who prefers spa‑like calm over holiday spice, with elegant glass to reuse.

Nest’s Hearth 3-Wick is the cozy-night-in vibe in a jar, blending oud wood, frankincense, and smoky embers for an inviting, fireside feel. In our testing, the large glass vessel and three wicks created an even melt and up to 60 hours of ambiance. However, we found the scent throw could be inconsistent, and some batches produced soot or off notes after longer burns. To minimize issues, trim wicks and burn in shorter sessions for a cleaner experience.