The Best Summer Candles Inspired By Southern Destinations

There’s nothing like coming home at the end of a long day and lighting your favorite candle and queuing up a comfort show. If you’re eager to try out a new scent or two, look no further than these five fantastic candles, all of which are inspired by Southern destinations and are perfect for summer. Grab some for yourself and stock up on a few extras to keep on hand as gifts—your friends will thank you! 

Weekends on the Golf Course by Literie

If you (or someone you live with) goes wild every time the Masters Tournament rolls around, you’ll definitely want to scoop up Literie’s “Weekends on the Golf Course.” Transport yourself to the Augusta National Golf Club with this fragrance that promises to smell just like fresh cut grass. It’s a nice, light pick for those looking for a simple, summery scent. 

Southern Magnolia by Bath and Body Works

Celebrate your love for the South with this magnolia-scented candle from Bath and Body Works that will bring the beauty of the region to you no matter where you live. Boasting scents of white gardenia, fresh magnolia blooms and lemon verbena, this three-wick candle is a sizable, long lasting pick that will infuse floral goodness into your space. 

Southern Charm by Furbish Studio

Created by Furbish Studio, this candle packs a punch and will make your space smell extra sweet thanks to its notes of gardenia and musk. We’ve fallen head over heels for the extra cute label, too, which will add cheerful flair to your desktop or coffee table. 

Bourbon Vanille by Voluspa

Relive memories of nights out in NOLA with this luxe smelling bourbon vanilla candle by Voluspa. It’s a rich, warm pick that will cozy up your home as fall approaches and features notes of French bourbon, vanilla beans, and creamy woods. This fragrance is also available as a reed diffuser and the candle itself comes in a wide range of sizes. 

Magnolia by Old Whaling Co.

Because you can’t stock your home with just one magnolia candle, we wanted to include this equally fab option from Old Whaling Co., which comes nestled inside of a pretty pink and white vessel. Many fantastic fragrances combine together to create this masterpiece—the top layer is comprised of magnolia blossoms, sun kissed peony, and green leaves, while the bottom layer features sweet balsam, rosewood, and water lily.