If you're looking to set the mood for a romantic evening with your special someone, nothing's more effective at creating a sexy atmosphere than the classics. Think soothing music, tasty, sensual treats, and of course, no romantic evening is complete without candlelight. You'll also want to consider the fragrance in the air, and pick candles that set a sexy mood by enhancing the vibe rather than distracting from it.
What makes a candle's scent the right one for romance? It depends on your personal tastes, but, in general, you want something subtle and alluring that'll put you into a more sensual state of mind. Nothing too sweet or artificial, but with a hint of musk or citrus to add brightness. Sometimes, the most entrancing and arousing fragrance is unexpected, with exotic scents that tease your senses and put you in the mood to explore and play. Fortunately, there's no shortage of options out there. If you're not sure where to start, here are some alluring choices to help inspire you.
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This adorable candle brings the romance with notes of cinnamon and vanilla. The earthiness of tobacco flower rounds it out to make it a sensual delight.
This alluring vegan candle doubles as a sensual massage oil. The notes are a blend of amber, vanilla, and fresh dew, making this candle both sweet and wonderfully subtle.
This candle is pure elegance. While available in a variety of scents, including Spiced Chai and Juniper Pine, the Ylang Ylang option really stands out for a night in. Notes of neroli, guardian, oakmoss, and vetiver round out the rich floral fragrance.
For a more traditional take on romance, this candle boasts strong rose notes paired with jasmine, sandalwood, peony, lemon, and plum. It's bright and beautiful, just like new love.
Nothing is cozier than snuggling with your cuffing season bae. This candle's scent evokes that feeling with notes of salty lemon, mineral citrus, iris, violet, jasmine, and douglas fir.
If you want to know what first love smells like, allow yourself to get swept away by this sweet, alluring scent. Notes of blackberry and rose are met with bergamot incense, burgundy rose, amber, and a hint of musk.
If the typical scents don't arouse your senses, then this rustic and lusciously masculine candle may be just what you need. It smells of maple bourbon, cinnamon, and amber, with minor notes of cedar and tonka.
Is there someone you burn for, Daphne Bridgerton-style? Then this may be the perfect candle to set the mood for a night of regency romance. This soy candle smells of amber, cedar, clove, and lemongrass, and doubles as a sensual massage oil.
This mango and guava scented candle is perfect for spending the night with the person who makes you feel like you're on a tropical vacation whenever you're together.
It's hard to enjoy a sexy night in when you and your partner have a million things on your minds. This calming candle is infused with essential oils to help you unwind after a busy day.
This feminine and brightly scented candle is both relaxing and exhilarating, making it ideal for a night of intimacy. Top notes include white peach and vanilla, along with subtle notes of orange and champagne. This will make you want to pop some bubbly before popping off to bed with your babe.
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