The 32 Best Fall Candles That Will Make You Want to Snuggle Up by the Fire

The leaves are beginning to fall, there’s a chill in the air and you’ve got the indescribable urge for a PSL (though I've been hearing maple is all the rage this season). Fall is here, and that means one thing: candles. Big or small, sweet or earthy, luxury or affordable, I've got you covered with this list of the 32 best fall candles that my coworkers and I have vetted and reviewed for your reading pleasure. From favorites with cult-like followings like Le Labo’s Santal 33 and Diptyque’s Feu De Bois/Wood Fire to options from more independent labels like Baobob Collection and ARQUISTE, I've rounded up the crème de la crème. All you need now is a lighter.

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This list is composed of candles that are beloved by editors for their cold and hot throw (aka how strong their scent is as-is and when lit), aesthetics, quality, price point and how well they captured the essence of fall (crisp mornings, warming spices, falling leaves, etc.) I cross-referenced their selections with reviews and overall ratings to ensure they're well loved, and made sure to include a range of scent profiles, so it's not just pumpkin and apple everything. Get your noses ready.

When looking for fall candles, you want to keep a number of things in mind, like burn time, justifiable prices, budgeting, wax type and vessel reusability.

• Burn Time. How long will the candle last. Small or medium sized candles typically burn from burn from 20 to 50 hours, and larger candles burn for upwards of 50 hours. But, just make sure you’re not keeping a candle lit for more than three to four hours at a time. Leaving it lit for too long can cause damage to the wick, causing it to create build up at the top that can lead to small sparks and soot flying out of the vessel. Not to mention a huge fire hazard. Light up safely, folks!

• Justifiably Priced. Does the burn time feel long enough to justify the price tag? If a candle is meant to burn for 85 hours, 30 hours longer than a typical large candle, you can expect to be paying a higher price for that particular item. Also, where are the brands sourcing their ingredients? You may be paying a higher price point for organically and ethically sourced ingredients, vegan ingredients, cruelty free practices, etc.

• Working Within Your Budget. Making sure you know your budget beforehand is crucial. Candles add up, fast. Decide if you'd like one signature scent for the season—and thus can splurge on one large candle—or if you're better off sampling a few in smaller sizes.

• Wax Type. Candles may be made of many different types of wax, which affect how strong their scent is and how they burn. Soy, beeswax and coconut wax are common types, but the best way to understand what each has to offer is to refer to a wax guide, like this one from Martha Stewart.

• Vessel Reusability. Not only should a candle smell good, it should look good too. From glass relish jars to ceramic beauties, having something that you’ll get a second life out of once your candle has burned is crucial, especially if you’re spending upwards of $50. As soon as the candle has reached approximately ¼ inch of wax left, you’ll want to clean out the vessel. (A little tip we like to use is to pop your used candle in the freezer and let the wax get cold so it pops out without making a huge waxy mess.)