Leather Scented Candles

What leather smells like

Leather in a candle is warm and dry with a smoky, slightly sweet edge, closer to a worn jacket or a library chair than to a new car. It gives a scent weight. With bourbon and bonfire it goes smoky. With teakwood, cedar and patchouli it goes bookish. With amber and sandalwood it turns soft and musky. If most candles feel too sweet or too floral to you, start here.

Common questions

What does a leather candle smell like?
Warm, dry and a little smoky, with a soft sweetness. Worn in leather, not chemical.

What pairs well with leather?
Tobacco, bourbon, amber, sandalwood and cedar. A little bergamot or orange zest on top keeps it from getting heavy.

Which room suits it?
Offices, dens and living rooms. It is an evening scent and it fills a bigger room well.

Is it a good gift?
Yes. Leather is one of the easiest scents to buy for someone who says they do not like candles.