January can be a tough month. The holiday season has come and gone, and the days now are exceedingly cold and gloomy. Add to that the emotional roller coaster of the Omicron surge, and you’ve got all the makings of a pretty dark time – literally and figuratively.

But since escaping to a far-flung destination isn’t safe or recommended at the moment, why not reach for candles? These little luxuries can immediately lift your spirits, whisk you away to a favorite destination, and flood your room with exquisite fragrance.

So below, 10 well-crafted candles to burn in 2022 and beyond.

Fernweh Editions Ferns & Petals Candle

Ferns & Petals captures the invigorating sensation of a spring morning hike through Pacific Northwest’s Cascade Range, when the ferns are glistening with dew and florals are just beginning to bloom. In addition: no detail was spared, from the hand-poured wax to the self-trimming cotton wicks.