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What Makes a Candle a “Luxury Candle”?

Defined by sophistication and quality, luxury candles elevate the senses with refined scents, eco-friendly wax, elegant designs, and thoughtful presentation.

Featured Scent: What Does Eucalyptus Smell Like?

Derived from the leaves of eucalyptus trees, this invigorating fragrance blends crisp mint, sweet citrus, and woody notes to create a refreshing and relaxing experience.

How Hot Does A Candle Get? (And How to Avoid Getting Burned!)

With temperatures varying from 120°F for wax to 1,400°F for flames, candles require careful handling to prevent burns and accidents.

Why We Celebrate Juneteenth

At Harlem Brands, Juneteenth is a day that holds special meaning in our hearts. It's an occasion to reflect on the hardships endured by our ancestors in this ...

Duke and My Grandfather

This is my grandfather, affectionally known as Daddy Ed. He was an educator, and he and my grandmother loved to travel and explore Europe during their su...

Best Fall Candle Scents to Make Your Home Smell Like Autumn

In this article, we explain what are good fall candle scents like pumpkin spice and vanilla, followed by recommendations of our most popular and classic fall candles for the autumn season.

3 Steps to Fix Candle Wicks That Are Buried or Too Short

Candle wicks can sometimes get buried or become too short to light for several different reasons. Here's our 3-step solution to fix a buried wick.

Candle Care 101: How to Fix & Prevent Candle Tunneling

Candle tunneling is a common but preventable problem that occurs if you’re not careful when burning a candle. In this article, we’ll help you understand what candle tunneling means, how to fix it, ...

The Top Home Luxury Scents of 2023, Ranked by Popularity

We analyzed over 100 of our most popular fragrance notes and ranked them based on sales and reviews of our favorite luxury candles as well as how much people talked about each specific scent online.

Al Roker and the Today Show (A Piece of Good News)

Let me tell you what happened. So, Savannah Guthrie on the Today Show was talking about Al Roker — he's been in the hospital and he has not been on air in a wh...

Holiday Gift Guide: The Perfect Candles For Family And Friends

It’s that season of gift-giving galore and you’re on the hunt for something special to get a family member, friend, coworker, or even your boss.  This gift gui...

Holiday Gift Guide: The Perfect Candle For Your Special Lady

With the holiday season in full swing, you are on the lookout for the perfect gift for the woman who has your heart. What fragrance will bring a smile to mom's...