Collection: Candles & Candle Holders

CREATING ATMOSPHERE WITH MODERN CANDLE HOLDER DESIGN

A thoughtfully chosen modern candle holder bridges timeless ritual with contemporary living. Clean lines in brushed brass. The sculptural weight of carved stone. Candle sconces that cast patterns of light and shadow across textured walls. These pieces understand that modern doesn't mean cold—it means purposeful, refined, and designed to honor both the flame they hold and the space they inhabit. Whether displayed as candle holder decor when unlit or glowing softly during evening rituals, each piece adds layers of warmth and meaning to your daily life.

THE ART OF CURATING YOUR CANDLE HOLDER SET

Building a candle holder set is about creating harmony through variety—different heights that guide the eye, complementary materials that speak to each other across a room. A low ceramic vessel for the dining table. Tall candle sconces flanking a mirror. A cluster of small holders creating intimate pools of light on a side table. The most beautiful arrangements feel effortless, as if each piece found its natural place through quiet understanding rather than forced design. When candles are lit, these collections become landscapes of gentle illumination, transforming ordinary evenings into moments of sanctuary.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW TO DECORATE CANDLE HOLDERS?

The most beautiful candle holders need little decoration—their purpose is to frame and elevate the natural beauty of candlelight itself. When candles aren't burning, these vessels can hold seasonal elements that connect your home to nature's rhythm: smooth river stones, dried seed pods, or small sprigs of evergreen. Some candle holders become part of larger displays—grouped with books, small plants, or pieces of driftwood on a mantel or shelf. The key is restraint; let the holder's inherent beauty shine through simple, natural accompaniments that honor rather than compete with its design.

WHAT TO PUT ON CANDLE HOLDERS BESIDES CANDLES?

Beyond their primary purpose, quality candle holders can serve as vessels for life's small treasures. Fill them with smooth stones collected from meaningful places, or seasonal elements like acorns in autumn or beach glass in summer. Small air plants find perfect homes in wide ceramic holders, while narrow metal ones can cradle single stems or dried grasses. Some become tiny gardens for succulents, their drainage naturally managed. The beauty lies in letting these pieces evolve with your needs while respecting their original intention—to hold and elevate whatever brings you joy and peace.

WHAT SIZE CANDLES FOR CANDLE HOLDERS?

The right candle size creates both safety and beauty in your candle holders. Standard taper candles fit most traditional holders, while pillar candles need vessels with wider openings and stable bases. Measure your holder's opening—candles should fit snugly without forcing, allowing for natural expansion as wax warms. Tea lights nestle perfectly in small, contained holders, while votive candles require slightly larger spaces. The flame should sit comfortably within the holder's height, protected from drafts while still casting its intended glow. Quality candle holders are designed with specific candle types in mind, creating harmony between vessel and flame.

WHERE TO BUY CANDLE HOLDERS?

The finest candle holders come from artisans who understand that these vessels carry both fire and meaning into our homes. Look for pieces crafted from materials that age beautifully—brass that develops warm patina, ceramic glazed by hand, or iron forged with time-honored techniques. At Bloomist, we curate candle holders from makers who share our commitment to honest materials and lasting design. Each piece is chosen not just for its ability to hold a candle safely, but for its potential to transform ordinary moments into rituals of light, warmth, and quiet reflection that honor both craft and daily life.