If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. 8 Holiday Candles Our Editors Swear By for a Cozy, Festive Home We'll be burning these candles all season long. Credit: Courtesy of Thyme, Loewe, Hotel Lobby Candle The scent of the season is just as important as the Christmas tree and the festive décor that comes with it. For our editors, lighting that first candle after Thanksgiving—the one that exudes pure holiday nostalgia—is one of the things we look forward to most. During the holidays, no matter what you're doing, there's always a reason to light a candle. From enjoying a slow Sunday morning to hosting friends for a festive dinner party, a holiday scent instantly sets the mood. So, what makes a holiday candle the best? Notes that lean toward pine, balsam, and cedar, or warm, soulful spices, paired with an eye-catching vessel that doubles as décor. Many can be repurposed the following year as bud vases or catch-all jars for makeup, hairpins, and more. Ahead, our editors share the scents they'll be burning all season long for a cozy, inviting home. 9 Martha-Approved Gifts to Impress Any Holiday Host Shop Our Editors' Favorite Scents This Season Capri Blue Woody Fir & Firewood Glass Candle, $28 (orig. $40) Loewe Small Beetroot Candle, $130 Votive 1 Hotels Signature Kindling Candle, $38 Catskills Candle Studio Blue Spruce + Snow, $32 Hotel Lobby Holiday Candle, $60 Frasier Fir Green 4-Wick Candle, $74 Moore Collection: The Woods Candle, $26 Tocca Spiced Oaxaca Boxed Glass Candle, $40 (orig. $50) Whether you're looking for a new scent to waft through your home this holiday season or a gift for a loved one, we have it all. Capri Blue Woody Fir & Firewood Glass Candle Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie $40 $28 at Anthropologie "I love a candle that serves as a design moment, and this one by Capri Blue is displayed in a beautiful green glass jar that will elevate your entryway or coffee table. Plus, the scent is perfect for the holiday season. Notes of apple, clove, and pine combine for a fragrance that is warm and subtly fruity," says Madieline Buiano, Editor. Loewe Small Beetroot Candle Credit: Courtesy of Loewe $130 at Perfumesloewe.com "Loewe's luxurious Beetroot candle ruined me for all other candles—it is so intoxicating and so unique! Unlike gourmand scents that are heavy on the cognac and tonka bean, this candle is all deep, earthy beets with subtle floral and musk notes for balance. It burns slow and clean, has nice throw, and the gorgeous terra cotta vessel can be re-used for an array of purposes," says Melissa Breyer, Senior Editorial Director. Votive 1 Hotels Signature Kindling Candle Credit: Courtesy of Votive $38 at 1hotels.com "If you've ever been to a 1 Hotel, then you've gotten a whiff of this fragrance. For me, it's the perfect blend of earthy notes, without feeling too heavy. I'm not a fan of holiday scents that are super sweet, and this one adds just the right amount of understated elegance. Plus, you'll feel like you're on a glamorous vacation while it's burning!" says Helena Madden, Senior Editor. Catskills Candle Studio Blue Spruce + Snow Credit: Courtesy of Catskills Candle Studio $32 at Catskillscandlestudio.com "Like being in the snow-covered countryside without the cold, this hand-poured soy candle from a small maker in upstate New York has notes of the forest (cypress, spruce, and pine) with a touch of cinnamon. You can imagine you're striding through the evergreens as you relax in a bath or cozy up on the couch," says Victoria Spencer, Senior Food Editor. Hotel Lobby Holiday Candle Credit: Courtesy of Hotel Lobby $60 at Hotellobbycandle.com "Pine, evergreen, and spruce are my favorite scents to burn during the holidays. This one from Hotel Lobby is the perfect blend of fresh evergreen, crisp pine, and woodsy balsam fir. It's cozy without being overpowering and fills your home with the nostalgic scent of a fresh Christmas tree," says Abbie Harrison, Editorial Director. Frasier Fir Green 4-Wick Candle Credit: Courtesy of Thymes $74 at Thymes.com "My mom always has a Frasier fir candle from Thymes burning during the holiday season, so I've continued the tradition in my own space. It truly smells like a fresh Christmas tree wafting throughout your home, with cozy notes of sandalwood and cedarwood. This candle comes in a few sizes, but my favorite is the four-wick because it lasts all season long—and the green glass vessel with a gold lid looks beautiful on display," says Olivia McIntosh, Associate Editor. Moore Collection: The Woods Candle Credit: Courtesy of Moore $26 at Moorecollection.com "If you're looking to support small businesses this holiday, Moore Collection candles are some of my favorites. I particularly love The Woods candle; it's like walking through a pine forest. The scent fills up the room quickly without being overpowering," says Harrison. Tocca Spice Oaxaca Boxed Glass Candle Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie $50 $40 at Anthropologie "If you're looking for a new holiday scent to try this year, look no further than the Tocca Spice Oaxaca candle. It's not the traditional pine or cedar scent you might expect this time of year, but it still delivers a warm, nostalgic holiday feel. This candle features notes of chocolate, spice, and pepper," says McIntosh. Explore more: Holiday Planning & Ideas Holiday Gifts