Trends come and go, but candles are timeless. The soft glow of candlelight creates the perfect intimate, enchanting atmosphere at events like weddings, galas and fancy dinners. Candles have been used for celebrations, religious festivals and as convenient sources of light for more than 5000 years. But these days, if you want to shop for candles, the first place you go is online.
The Internet has brought the opportunity to shop for just about any kind of candles in Australia directly to your fingertips. Online retailers make candle hire and sales easy and accessible, and there’s a style of candle out there for you no matter your tastes or the nature of the event. In 2025, current candle fashions tend towards sustainability and greener options, personalised styles and multi-sensory experiences.
Whether your tastes skew towards chic minimalism or something more dazzling and elaborate, Hall of Flame has candles in stock for you. Here’s our advice for what to think about when you shop for candles in this day and age.
Consider the event
Candles are the perfect addition to so many events, and the most common candle styles are so versatile, you have plenty of opportunity to get creative. Taper candles are a sophisticated classic choice for all kinds of fancy events from weddings to gala dinners. Floating candles are perfect for both formal events and the more relaxed kind such as backyard garden parties. Both pillars and tapers have long burn times, making them great for events like weddings and upscale gatherings where you need to keep the fire burning for extended lengths of time.
Consider the aesthetic
Whether the candle you select helps set the right mood is just as important as the light source. There’s a lot to keep in mind and sometimes it’s the simple touches that make a difference to observant types: the colour palette and style and whether it matches the décor, the room space, the burn time. From modern to rustic, there are candles out there to suit the mood of any event.
Consider the fragrance
One of the first choices you’re presented with when you choose a candle is fragrant or scentless? Unscented candles provide a relaxing environment for practices like meditation and Yoga, where they won’t distract you with strong scents. They won’t interfere with the tempting aromas of food and drinks, which makes them ideal for dinners and weddings.
Consider the wax
Candles can be manufactured from all kinds of wax materials. But large companies tend to favour paraffin wax, made from oil, because it’s so inexpensive to produce with. Hall of Flame’s candles are made from natural, non-toxic stearin wax. This wax is drip-resistant with an extremely high melting point which means that it can produce a brighter, longer-lasting flame.
Consider the wick
A candle’s wick delivers wax – the fuel of the candle – to the flame. Different wick sizes allow the flame to draw on different amounts of wax. Too much and the flame will flare, too little and it will sputter out. Candles with strong fragrances need longer wicks to spread the scent around the room. Cotton wicks are very common and have the advantage of not smoking or requiring trims, but silk, linen, synthetic and wood wicks are also popular.
Consider your options
To shop for candles in the Internet age requires doing your research. Here are some tips for happier and more productive candle shopping:
Read reviews and testimonials
Unbiased reviews and testimonials from the public offer valuable insight into the quality of a candle and the experiences customers have had with it.
Read product descriptions
Once you know exactly what kind of candles you’re looking for, having a close and careful read of product descriptions will give you an accurate view of the product and its benefits.
Research the candle company
Sometimes all it takes is a quick look at a candle company’s website and socials to find out if they have what you’re looking for. Do they have styles and scents you’re after in your price range and made with non-toxic, environmentally-friendly processes? And are they easy to get in touch with if you need assistance?
Find your perfect set of candles at Hall of Flame
Hall of Flame makes it easy to shop for candles in Australia with a stunning selection that caters to all kinds of tastes. Our business was born from the desire to provide quality candles the lines of which the events industry had never seen before. With 15+ years’ combined experience in the events industry and overseas, we’ve spent enough time in the table styling game to know the best way to really light up an event.
Our candles in Australia include beautiful pre-styled wedding collections, creative SANDWAX™ candle refills, floating candles and Australia’s tallest taper candles: the XXL range. If you’re interested in candle hire, we offer Australia-wide shipping with only a 25% deposit and no cleaning required.
Need a little help when you shop for candles? Call our team on 1800 573 888 or e-mail as much information as possible to hello@hallofflame.store.
