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Article: The STORIES Candle Trio: An Industry First in Luxury Candles

The STORIES Candle Trio: An Industry First in Luxury Candles

Sustainably made, refillable and hand-poured in the UK, the STORIES Candle Trio is the first of its kind: three scented candles inspired by the top, heart and base notes of our iconic fragrances — designed to be enjoyed individually or layered together for a true perfumer’s experience.

Each boxed set includes 3 × 70g candles in a natural wax blend of responsibly sourced soy, coconut and rapeseed oils. Vegan, cruelty-free, palm-free and synthetic-free; with 100% cotton wicks. Approx. burn time per candle: ~45 hours.

Eco-friendly Vegan Cruelty-free Palm-free GMO-free Paraben-free Synthetic-free Refillable

STORIES Nº.01 — Bougie Parfumée Refillable Scented Candle Trio

Nostalgic and pure with a vital energy, STORIES Nº.01 celebrates new beginnings. Each candle reflects the fragrance’s structure with creative tweaks for diffusion in the home.

STORIES Nº.01.01 — Top Notes (Citrus | Fresh | Dry Wood)

Light and citrus with a grounding woody base.

Olfactory Notes: Bergamot (organic Sicilian) — Grapefruit — Sandalwood — Vetiver (organic, Haiti) — Fresh Air — Dry Wood — Lovage Leaf — Cotton — Lemon Peel — Basil — Cedar Leaf — Linden Blossom.

STORIES Nº.01.02 — Heart Notes (Soft Floral | Green | Amber)

A light floral with herby, woody facets, smoothed by warm amber.

Olfactory Notes: Orange Blossom — Cedar Wood — Jasmine — Heliotrope — Amber — Sandalwood — Celery Seed — Galbanum — Ambroxan — Juniper Leaf — Hydachieum — Geranium Leaf — Rose Oxide.

Perfumery note: Celery seed has been used in recent years to echo some of the character of oakmoss. Hydachieum lends a green, balsamic tone and is rarely used, adding distinction.

STORIES Nº.01.03 — Base Notes (Fruity | Aromatic Spice | Dark & Resinous)

Slightly fruity-woody with a touch of spice; dark and resinous overall.

Olfactory Notes: Grapefruit — Fig — Black Pepper — Vetiver — Amber — Vanilla — Labdanum — Cypress — Oak Moss — Grass — Cinnamon Leaf.

Perfumery note: Fig brings a modern green-fruity signature; paired with labdanum and vanilla it becomes deeper and more textured.

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STORIES Nº.02 — Bougie Parfumée Refillable Scented Candle Trio

Full-bodied and captivating, STORIES Nº.02 leaves a lasting impression of dark, spiced wood — an invitation to recover what has been lost.

STORIES Nº.02.01 — Honey Tobacco | Dark Floral | Woody

A dark floral balanced by a sweet, warming element.

Olfactory Notes: Rose — Honey — Tobacco — Cedar Wood — Tonka Bean — Frankincense — Amber — Chocolate — Grass — Oak Moss — Oud.

STORIES Nº.02.02 — Dark & Spicy | Dry Wood

Incense-like spice, warming and resinous; comforting yet invigorating.

Olfactory Notes: Ginger — Patchouli — Cardamom — Vetiver — Honey — Amber — Dry Wood.

STORIES Nº.02.03 — Peppery | Dark Musk | Mossy Woods

Dark, musky and earthy with a subtle sweet twist.

Olfactory Notes: Black Pepper — Pine — Honey — Cedar Wood — Frankincense — Vanilla — Musk — Oud — Fresh Air — Tomato Vine — Wet Earth.

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Why a Candle Trio Inspired by Perfumery Notes?

Traditional candles capture a single mood. Our trios let you explore fragrance like a perfumer: burn each candle on its own for clarity of character, or burn all three together to layer top, heart and base notes — a scented symphony for your space.

“Each candle trio can be burned separately to experience the individuality of their top, heart or base notes — or together for a truly indulgent olfactory experience — an industry first, to my knowledge.”
Tonya Kidd-Beggs, Founder & CEO

Materials & Making

  • Wax: Responsibly sourced soy / coconut / rapeseed natural wax blend — vegan, cruelty-free, GMO-free, palm-free, synthetic-free.
  • Wick: 100% cotton, trimless for an even, steady burn with reduced smoke.
  • Glassware: Made by Arc in France; sourced via a UK supplier to reduce transport impact.
  • Oils & Sourcing: Oils sourced from UK partners; organic where possible; all ingredients paraben-free.
  • Production: Hand-poured in small batches in the UK. Power is shut off when not in use to save energy.
  • Waste: ~98% of site waste is recycled; containers reused/returned; excess wax reset for later use.
  • Planet: Our candle maker offsets staff emissions monthly via Ecologi.

Candle FAQs

Why do we use soy (natural) wax and avoid synthetic or paraffin wax?
Soy is renewable, clean-burning and offers longer, more even burns with excellent scent retention. Paraffin/synthetic waxes are petroleum-based (non-renewable) and can release unwanted by-products.
Why is petroleum not used?
Petroleum-based products are typically non-biodegradable and can contribute to long-lasting pollution. We choose natural, renewable alternatives for air quality and environmental care.
Why a trimless cotton wick?
Trimless cotton wicks maintain a consistent flame and cleaner burn without manual trimming before each use, helping to prolong candle life and reduce smoke.
How do your candles burn for approximately 45 hours?
Our natural wax blend has a lower melting point for slow, even burning. Cotton wicks absorb and hold wax efficiently, supporting a consistent burn and excellent fragrance throw.
What does “inspired by” mean for the Candle Trio?
The trios are inspired by the top, heart and base notes of our Eau de Parfums — not identical — with thoughtful tweaks for beautiful diffusion in the home.
What makes this an industry first?
To our knowledge, this is the first candle trio to translate a fragrance’s top, heart and base note structure into three separate candles designed to be layered together or enjoyed individually.
Are the candles refillable?
Yes. Our glass vessels are designed for refills to reduce waste and extend the life of your candleware.

 

Curate your space with perfumery precision. Burn individually for clarity, or together for a layered, room-filling aura.

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