Candles are one of those gifts that nearly always land well: they're useful, they look good and they don't need to be the right size. The trick is picking a scent and a format that suits the person, and your budget.
Here is how we'd shop for a few different people this Christmas, with every product hand-poured in Melbourne with 100% soy wax.
Under $30: small, thoughtful and easy to post
A travel candle tin ($14.99). Our 70g travel candle tins have a 15+ hour burn and come in a wide range of scents, making them perfect stocking fillers, Secret Santa gifts or a "thank you" for a host. Browse the whole Gifts Under $30 collection.
A room spray ($24.99). A 100ml fine mist that can be used on linen, soft furnishings and in the room, no flame needed. Good for people who can't burn candles, such as flatmates, students or anyone in a rental with strict rules. Try the Japanese Honeysuckle room spray for something floral, or the Rainstorm room spray for something fresh and earthy.
Under $50: the sweet spot
Build Your Own Candle Tin Trio ($39.99). Pick any three travel tins. It's a great way to gift a "tasting flight" of scents, and good value compared with buying three tins separately ($44.97). Build yours here.
A full-size jar ($39.99). Our 180g jars burn for 40+ hours. Safe crowd-pleasers include Rainstorm, Amalfi Coast and Coconut Lime. Browse the Gifts Under $50 collection for more.
Gifts for different people
For the one who loves nature: Australian Bush (eucalyptus and lemon myrtle) or Bergamot & Banksia. Add the Australian Bush room spray.
For the one who loves to unwind: Lavender & Ylang Ylang or Black Amber & Lavender. Read our guide to the best candle scents for relaxation.
For the traveller: the Postcards from Spain candles: Seville Sunset, Barcelona Mornings and Granada Nights. Learn why scent takes you back.
For the one who likes it moody and warm: Black Rose & Oud or Dry Tobacco & Hay.
For the one who has everything: the Petrichor Bowl is our statement piece, with a 160+ hour burn.
Gift sets that do the choosing for you
- Build Your Own Trio ($115): choose any three full-size jars and save $5 compared with buying them separately.
- The Signature Room Spray Bundle ($89.96): four 100ml room sprays (Rainstorm, Australian Bush, Dry Tobacco & Hay and Fresh Sage & Driftwood) for $10 less than buying them individually.
- The Postcards Candles Trio ($135): all three Spanish-inspired jars together.
- Curated trios: ready-made combinations such as Herbal Spa, Citrus Glow and Botanical Escape.
Not sure what they'd like? A Petrichor gift card lets them choose.
Order in time: Australia Post Christmas dates
If you're sending gifts interstate, don't leave it late. According to SBS News (published 8 October 2026), Australia Post's last sending dates for Christmas 2026 are:
| Service | Last day |
|---|---|
| Parcel Post, within your state or territory | 22 December |
| Parcel Post, interstate (most states) | 21 December |
| Express Post (most of Australia, including Tasmania) | 23 December |
Western Australia and the Northern Territory have earlier dates for both services, and Tasmania's Parcel Post dates run from 16 to 21 December, so check Australia Post before you rely on these. Our own last order date for Christmas delivery is [PETRICHOR LAST ORDER DATE: CONFIRM].
A quick gift-giving tip
If you're giving a candle to someone for the first time, pop in a note with the basics: trim the wick, let the first burn melt right to the edge, and never leave it unattended. Our candle care guide covers the details.
Happy shopping! Browse everything in our Original Range or see all bundles.
