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Candles at Charles & Marie are more than a light source — they are design objects. From beeswax candles made in Brooklyn to stearin candles from Germany and sculptural statement pieces: every candle combines material, form and craft. Paired with candle holders in brass, oak and minimalist metal — for the dining table, the windowsill and the festive Advent wreath.
Beeswax Candles by Areaware — Sculptures from Brooklyn
Areaware from Brooklyn has reimagined candles: their beeswax candles come in the shape of buildings, faces, hands and geometric objects. Each candle is made from pure beeswax and works both as a candle and a shelf sculpture. The scent when burning is natural, warm and honeyed — entirely without artificial additives. These candles also make perfect gifts and fillers for a DIY Advent calendar.
Stearin Candles from Germany — not the girl who misses much
not the girl who misses much produces stearin candles in small batches in Germany: taper candles, pillar candles, countdown Advent candles and figurine candles — each one made from plant-based stearin that burns cleaner and longer than paraffin. Especially popular: the countdown candle numbered 1 to 24 for Advent and the Santa pillar candle as a table centrepiece.
Candle Holders — Brass, Oak and Minimalist Metal
Every great candle deserves the right holder. At Charles & Marie you will find candle holders from Spring Copenhagen (solid oak, Scandinavian design), Block Design (minimalist brass and metal), Lemon Lily (playful shapes) and Magpie (colourful ceramics). Whether a single statement holder on the sideboard or a group at different heights on the dining table, the combination of candle and holder makes the difference. For the Christmas tree, our smaller tealights and votives are ideal.
Candles as Gifts — Personal and Instantly Atmospheric
A design candle is a gift that works instantly: it creates atmosphere, feels personal and suits any home. Especially as a combination — a beeswax sculpture by Areaware with a brass holder by Block Design — a gift set emerges that delights design-conscious recipients.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between stearin and paraffin candles?
Stearin candles are made from plant-based fats, burn cleaner, drip less and produce hardly any soot. Paraffin candles are petroleum-based and typically cheaper but burn less evenly. The candles at Charles & Marie are made from stearin or beeswax — never paraffin.
Which candle holders fit taper candles?
Taper candles (standard diameter 2.2 cm) fit most candle holders at Charles & Marie. Particularly popular are brass holders by Block Design for minimalist style and oak holders by Spring Copenhagen for Scandinavian flair.
What are sculptural candles?
Sculptural candles are candles that function as design objects in their own right — even unlit. Areaware produces beeswax candles in the shape of buildings, faces and geometric forms. They stand as sculptures on the shelf and only become candles when lit.
Which candles are best for the Advent wreath?
For the Advent wreath we recommend pillar or taper candles made from stearin — they burn evenly, drip little and come in festive colours. The countdown candle by not the girl who misses much numbered 1 to 24 is a popular alternative to the classic wreath.
Are beeswax candles sustainable?
Beeswax is a natural by-product of beekeeping, making it a renewable resource. Beeswax candles burn cleaner than paraffin, smell naturally of honey and produce almost no soot. Areaware's beeswax candles are made from pure beeswax with no additives.
Can candles be given as Christmas gifts?
Design candles are among the most popular gifts at Charles & Marie — personal, atmospheric and immediately usable. Especially as a combination with a matching candle holder, they make a premium gift set.
Which candles work for the dining table?
For the dining table we recommend taper candles in holders — ideally three to five holders at different heights for a dynamic tablescape. Stearin taper candles in muted colours feel elegant; beeswax pillar candles create a warm atmosphere.
Candles & candle holders at Charles & Marie — Beeswax candles by Areaware, stearin candles by not the girl who misses much, candle holders by Spring Copenhagen & Block Design.
