How is a design candle different from an ordinary candle ?

Candles are decorative and functional elements that have been used for centuries to bring light, warmth and ambiance to our homes. While ordinary candles perform these basic functions, designer candles go far beyond, offering a unique aesthetic and sensory experience. They can create a warm, relaxing ambience, delicately scent your home and even add a touch of sophistication to your décor. But not all candles are created equal. While ordinary candles perform their basic function, designer candles offer a far more refined experience.
With UNAVELA, discover the features that distinguish designer candles from ordinary candles.

Aesthetics: Why choose a design candle?

Opting for a design candle means choosing a pretty, modern object to decorate your space. A designer candle adds a special touch to your decor, and is an easy and elegant way to enhance the ambience of any room.

Shape and design

Ordinary candles are characterized by their simple, basic shapes, often cylindrical or round. Design candles, on the other hand, are distinguished by their original, varied and more elaborate shapes. They can be sculptural, geometric, inspired by nature or even represent everyday objects. This variety of shapes means they can be integrated into any decorating style, creating unique focal points in any room.
The MOLECULE candle is a true work of art. Its handmade black porcelain pot lends it a timeless elegance. The transparent, reusable polycarbonate box and aluminum clips add a modern, practical touch to this exceptional candle.

Materials

The materials used for design candles are not to be outdone. Blown glass, porcelain, even metal, these containers become decorative objects in their own right. They dress your interior with refinement and reflect your personality.
Take UNAVELA’s 6061 candle, for example. Crafted in spaceship-grade aluminum, it symbolizes human ingenuity and the overcoming of limits. This unique choice of material tells a story and breathes soul into this design candle.

Different types of wax

Ordinary candles often make do with basic waxes such as kerosene or stearin. Their less-optimal combustion can generate soot and diffuse a less subtle fragrance. What’s more, their containers, often made of plain glass, add nothing to the decor. Design candles, on the other hand, stand out like works of art. They prefer high-quality natural waxes such as beeswax or rapeseed, renowned for their clean combustion and delicate fragrance. These noble waxes delicately perfume your home while preserving air quality. Discover, for example, Trudon’s Marie-Antoinette bust candle, a unique wax piece embodying French refinement and elegance.

The sensory experience of design candles

Design candles are also distinguished by their sophisticated, elaborate fragrances. Unlike ordinary candles, which diffuse artificial and often monotonous scents, designer candles use natural essential oils and complex blends of fragrances. These fragrances create unique atmospheres and stimulate the senses. Lighting an ordinary candle provides soft light and pleasant warmth. However, the sensory experience is often limited to this. By contrast, lighting a design candle is a multi-sensory experience that engages sight, smell and even touch. The candle’s elegant shape, the beauty of the materials used and the diffusion of a refined fragrance create a unique atmosphere. The UNAVELA brand offers a collection of designer candles with exceptional fragrances, created in collaboration with Patrice Revillard, a renowned artisan perfumer in Grasse, the world capital of perfume. Each UNAVELA fragrance is an olfactory work of art that tells a story and transports you into a unique universe.

Durability and quality: is a design candle worth the price ?

Design candles are generally made using select materials and artisanal manufacturing techniques. This gives them greater durability and longevity than ordinary candles. They burn longer and more evenly, allowing you to enjoy their fragrance and beauty to the full. The materials used for design candles are often more expensive and more difficult to work with than those for ordinary candles. Handcrafted design candles also require special know-how and expertise. This partly explains the higher price of designer candles. However, the quality of materials and workmanship translates into a richer sensory experience and greater durability, justifying the investment for some consumers.

Design candles are more than just decorative candles. They are works of art that offer a unique aesthetic and sensory experience. Their elegant shape, noble materials, fragrance and durability make them invaluable elements of interior design. While their price is often higher than that of ordinary candles, the quality and experience they offer make them a worthwhile investment for design enthusiasts.