19 Best Fall Candles That Are Even Better Than Pumpkin Spice

The Gather Candle is like autumn bottled up in a jar. With Honeycrisp apple, ripe orchard fruit, and a hint of oakwood and white amber, it feels fresh, cozy, and perfectly seasonal. The speckled glass and wood lid make it display-worthy, while the 72-hour burn time keeps your space smelling good for plenty of autumn nights to come. One reviewer raves, “Perfect fall candle sums it up. The fragrance is beautiful and clean without any overly sweet pumpkin notes. I love it beside the sink, and the sparkly jar is the perfect touch.”

Who needs pumpkins when you’ve got this acorn-shaped candle on the table? With its cozy blend of spiced chestnut, cinnamon, clove, and a touch of praline, plus up to 95 hours of burn time, it’s a statement piece that smells every bit as good as it looks.

This flaming pumpkin candle comes in a sleek chrome jar that’s as chic as it is spooky. Notes of roasted pumpkin, saffron blossom, and a kick of pink pepper give it a warm, spicy edge that lingers for up to 15 hours. Once it’s done burning, you can even reuse the glass vessel as a little trinket holder.

Pumpkin spice gets all the hype, but this maple and cream latte candle is just as festive and tasty smelling. The sweet, creamy blend of maple, coffee, and cocoa will make your whole home feel like your favorite cafe in the fall. A glowing review says it all: “This smells wonderful. A very fall scent and it permeates throughout the house well.”

It’s harvest season—and we’ve got just the candle to match. With warm notes of cinnamon, cloves, musk, and a hint of apple and pumpkin, this classic Yankee Candle jar will make your whole home smell like a crisp autumn day. One 5-star reviewer shares, “Harvest is our signature fall scent. It smells warm and cozy without being overwhelming. It’s a great soft background scent to complete your home with autumn decor. It transitions well between Halloween and Thanksgiving.”

Candy corn may be a divisive treat, but put it in candle form and we can all get behind it! This irresistible scent is packed with notes of buttery vanilla and those iconic candy corn flavors that make fall so sweet. Light it up, and your whole home will be filled with the cozy nostalgia of Halloween nights gone by. As one happy reviewer summed up, “Love this candy corn candle! It smells delicious and was sent with candy corn packages of candy and smaller candle samples, all packaged beautifully with a sweet card and festive colors.”

Can we all agree that the next best thing to drinking mulled apple cider is smelling it? This pretty rose gold candle features notes of freshly pressed apples, cardamom, bourbon, and malted rum for a scent that’s every bit as comforting as a warm mug of cider. One happy customer shares, “I LOVE this scent. I’m not a big fan of spicy fall scents so anything that smells like apples/cider is great in my book. My husband and I want to burn this all the time! Rhymes candles are worth the price.”

This pumpkin-shaped glass candle will fill your home with the delicious scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, clove, and allspice. The best part is you can reuse the festive container for many seasons to come!

If you can’t settle on a single scent, why not try four? This popular candle set features fall-themed fragrances like apple pie, autumn wreath, and cinnamon and pumpkin. Place them in different rooms around your home to fill every corner with your favorite fall things. Shoppers say this set really captures the season, with one 5-star reviewer writing, “This fall candle set smells so good. Each scent is cozy and inviting, filling our home with the perfect autumn atmosphere. The candles burn clean and evenly since they’re soy-based, and the jars are simple yet elegant, making them great for decorating or gifting. Such a lovely set for creating that warm fall vibe.”

Anthropologie’s Capri Blue candles are classics for a reason. They look stunning on any surface and they smell so good. This one is just perfect for fall, with notes of buttery pumpkin, cinnamon, clove, and vanilla. One loyal fan shared, “I have been purchasing this candle for years and it never disappoints. The packaging is always so pretty, it smells amazing and quintessentially fall, and the scent from this candle always fills whatever room it’s in. My main issue with candles is that the scent is often not strong enough to really smell when it’s burning, but that is not the case with this one. Love, love, love this candle.”

If dessert was a candle! 😍 This coconut soy wax candle looks like your favorite fall treat and smells just as sweet. Plus, it’s handcrafted by a veteran-owned company, so it’s a choice you can feel good about.  It’s so good, you’ll catch the irresistible scent before it’s even lit. One fan wrote, “Got this candle for the fall and it smells amazing. So cute and even without burning, it smells amazing. Would make such a great gift for yourself or someone else!”

Voluspa candles are known for their luxurious candles, long burn times (a whopping 60 hours for this 9 ounce version!), and beautiful scents. And their Baltic Amber candle is a particular fan-favorite for fall. With notes of honeyed amber resin, velvety sandalwood, and rich vanilla orchid, this candle is like the feeling of wrapping up in a warm blanket around the fireplace.

Embrace the cozy season with this charming candle featuring notes of apple, red berries, clove, nectar, and white musk. Hand-poured in the USA, it’s the perfect way to bring the warmth of autumn into your home. Not into pumpkin spice? You’ll appreciate feedback like this: “Too many fall candles have that buttery smell that can be a bit nauseating. This candle delivers a much better aroma that reminds you of being outdoors as opposed to a pumpkin pie sitting on the table next to you.”

If you haven’t tried anything from the Homesick brand yet, then you have to this season! They make excellent gifts, for loved ones and yourself. Orchard Picnic lists crisp apple, autumn leaves, and cool air as its top notes, so it’s basically fall in a jar. One reviewer raves, “I recently lit the ‘Orchard Picnic’ candle, and it’s an autumn delight. Upon lighting, it fills the room with the crispness of apple, the earthiness of fallen leaves, and a refreshing coolness, like a brisk fall day in an orchard. As it continues to burn, hints of cinnamon, pear, and a touch of spice emerge. In short, this candle encapsulates the essence of a beautiful autumn picnic, infusing your surroundings with freshness, warmth, and a touch of nostalgia.”

This candle is more than just a bunch of hocus pocus! It’s a hand-poured, soy wax find that feels a little Halloween-y because of the name, but its styling will easily fit in with any kitchen island decor or atop a coffee table. And, if you’re sensitive to scents, this one is also perfectly subtle. One happy customer says, “This candle scent smells amazing! Not too strong and burns wonderfully.”

Sometimes, you just want a classic. And if you can’t resist a good pumpkin spice scent, then you need this candle from Nest. Even the box is chic, so it could also make a great hostess gift. One happy reviewer shares, “My room smells heavenly after lighting the candle for 15-20 minutes at a time and is strong enough to even permeate throughout the house if I leave my door open. I light this candle daily and it’s only burned through 3/4 of the way after almost three months. Highly recommend this line of candles if you’re looking for a more earthy and not fruity-smelling candle.”

Cinnamon, icing, buttery pastry… Is the description of this candle making anyone else hungry? This hails from a women-owned shop and it’s also made in the USA. Oh, and it smells heavenly, especially in the bathroom on a cozy at-home spa day. Shoppers say this candle smells just like fresh-from-the-oven treats, with one reviewer sharing, “I use a candle warmer (which I love) vs. lighting the wick and the entire house smells like I’ve been busy baking. It’s noticeable but not overpowering, with the right balance of cinnamon and dough and sugar and yum.”

The antique-inspired label, colored glass jar, and fantastic amber and balsam scent make this option a must-have for your fall mantel, nightstand, or coffee table. One 5-star reviewer shares, “I cannot say enough about the scent of this candle. It smells like a fireplace burning in late fall. It’s so nostalgic and beautiful.”

Another great gift option is this autumn morning-scented candle, which comes in a cute jar with a pumpkin print. Even better, it’ll look adorable with any decor scheme. Reviewers especially love how long this candle lasts. As one happy customer shares, “This candle burns evenly and has a nice long life. I’ll have many weeks and months of enjoyment with this candle.”