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Candles: these trends are conquering our interiors

2.11.2023

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From batik and Greek columns to colour blocking - these are the new candle trends.

For some, candles are just romantic sources of light, for others they are home accessories in their own right - regardless of whether they are lit or not. I'll show you five candle trends that will probably keep the lighter at bay for the time being.

1. colour gradients

Candles may be ephemeral as soon as you light them. But some trends are not. Candles with a batik look will be with us again this year. Only now they're more unusual than before. They are now multicoloured and have artistic gradients that could be inspired by landscapes.

Most models with dip-dye technique are hand-dyed and unique. — Most models with dip-dye technique are hand-dyed and unique.
Source: Balthasar

Balthasar Stick candle dip dye (3 pcs.)

Balthasar Stick candle dip dye

3 pcs.

Balthasar Magic (1 pcs.)

Balthasar Magic

1 pcs.

Wiedemann Pointed candle

Wiedemann Pointed candle

home24 DIP-DYE

home24 DIP-DYE

Bloomingville Dip Dye (4 pcs.)

Bloomingville Dip Dye

4 pcs.

2. ripple look

Twist candles are still perennial favourites, but this year they need to make way for new designs: For example, for stick and pillar candles that are grooved and resemble Greek columns. They bring a change to traditional Christmas decorations and their structure creates a special flair on the dining table or Advent wreath.

Groove patterns form a common visual denominator that impresses with its simplicity. — Groove patterns form a common visual denominator that impresses with its simplicity.
Source: 54Celsius

54Celsius Rope candles green 4 pcs. (4 pcs.)

54Celsius Rope candles green 4 pcs.

4 pcs.

Wenzel Gerillte (1 pcs.)

CHF8.90

Wenzel Gerillte

1 pcs.

Casativo Wave-shaped candle (1 pcs.)

CHF13.94

Casativo Wave-shaped candle

1 pcs.

Pajoma Geriffelte (4 pcs.)

Quantity discount

CHF12.30 per piece for 2 units

Pajoma Geriffelte

4 pcs.

Casativo Decoration Candle U Shape (1 pcs.)

CHF9.95

Casativo Decoration Candle U Shape

1 pcs.

3. colour-blocking

Instead of white candles, more and more brightly coloured wax candles are now sticking out from chests of drawers, windowsills and coffee tables. They ignore the fact that some colours clash and deliberately let pink clash with orange or yellow with blue. Because in this way, otherwise inconspicuous shapes are emphasised. They even combine rich and pastel colours to create accents.

These colourful eye-catchers create exciting contrasts and want the full attention. — These colourful eye-catchers create exciting contrasts and want the full attention.
Source: Bloomingville

Bloomingville Burma (4 pcs.)

CHF28.90

Bloomingville Burma

4 pcs.

Remember Riga (3 pcs.)

CHF16.90

Remember Riga

3 pcs.

Remember Pillar Candle Set Porto (2 pcs.)

Remember Pillar Candle Set Porto

2 pcs.

Pink Stories Curly (2 pcs.)

CHF19.90

Pink Stories Curly

2 pcs.

Wiedemann Spitzkerze (4 pcs.)

Wiedemann Spitzkerze

4 pcs.

4. bubble design

They already popped up here and there last year, but they are only really catching on this year: Bubbly candles. With their curves, they nestle into their surroundings and sometimes even mutate into art objects. They add an elegant touch to any interior. Especially when they are in shades of grey or nude. The more colourful they are, the more playful the look.

The curvy candles captivate with their striking silhouettes. — The curvy candles captivate with their striking silhouettes.
Source: Balthasar

home24 Bubble (1 pcs.)

home24 Bubble

1 pcs.

Casativo Bubble candle (1 pcs.)

CHF8.95

Casativo Bubble candle

1 pcs.

Casativo Decorative candle Donut

CHF11.95

Casativo Decorative candle Donut

54Celsius Knubby candle

CHF29.70

54Celsius Knubby candle

Santabarbara Interior Design Sky Bubble (1 pcs.)

Santabarbara Interior Design Sky Bubble

1 pcs.

5. soft ice cream colours

Whether bubble, ripple or twist - many candles have been given a colourful update in addition to their shape. With pastel colours reminiscent of sunshine and ice cream, they can brighten up the mood in the darker months of the year. The cheerful decoration works best as a mixed group.

Thanks to the pastel colours, these candles don't just come into their own when lit. — Thanks to the pastel colours, these candles don't just come into their own when lit.
Source: Nordtrice

Nordtrice Dip Dye (10 pcs.)

Nordtrice Dip Dye

10 pcs.

G. Wurm Pillar Candle with Gradient (1 pcs.)

G. Wurm Pillar Candle with Gradient

1 pcs.

54Celsius Con candle

CHF31.70

54Celsius Con candle

Candle Hand Baby Crossed Fingers (1 pcs.)

CHF21.90

Candle Hand Baby Crossed Fingers

1 pcs.

micasa Twist (1 pcs.)

CHF48.15

micasa Twist

1 pcs.

Cover photo: Wenzel

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Pia.Seidel@digitecgalaxus.ch

Like a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.

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