How to Style Candle Holders
Candles are one of the simplest ways to create a warm, inviting atmosphere in any room. But what truly elevates the look, and helps it feel more curated and intentional, is a candle holder. A beautiful candle holder adds texture, structure, and elegance, transforming a basic candle into a stylish decor feature.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to use both candles and candle holders to decorate your space, including tips on where to place them, how to style them, and which candle holders from the Palazzo collection work best.
Choosing the Right Candle for the Right Mood
The type of candle you choose affects not only how it looks, but how it influences the room’s mood. Here’s a quick breakdown of the most popular types:
Tealights
- Small and dainty looking
- Ideal for grouping and scattering throughout the room
- Best used in bathrooms, on coffee tables, or for ambient lighting at dinner
Taper Candles
- Elegant and elongated, perfect for standout pieces
- Creates height, especially perfect for dining tables
- Use sturdy holders to avoid tipping
Placement: Where and How to Use Candles
A candle's impact depends as much on where you place it as on how it looks. Whether you're going for soft romance or a standout piece, placement is key.
Living Room
- Place candles on coffee tables, bookcases, or sideboards.
- Use trays to group them with books, vases, or greenery
- A mix of tapers and tealights in varying heights works best
Dining Room
- Cluster taper candles in the center of your dining table using a standout candle holder as the centerpiece
- Add tealights along the runner for a warm, layered glow.
Bedroom
- Keep things cozy and minimal
- Place a small cluster of tealights or a single taper on a nightstand.
- Aim for relaxing scents like lavender or jasmine in understated holders
How to Style Candle Holders
Candle holders aren’t just accessories, they’re key to creating a layered, inviting room. Here are a few quick styling tips:
Use Trays or Bases
- Placing candles and holders on a tray ties everything together visually.
- Choose marble, wood, or mirrored trays to add contrast or reflect light.
Play with Heights
Mix and match candle holders of different heights and sizes
Add Natural Elements
Surround your holders with greenery, flowers, or stones for seasonal touches
Candles add glow, but candle holders add intention. They create height, balance, texture—and most importantly, make your room feel thoughtfully designed. Whether you prefer sculptural travertine or pressed glass, a great candle holder turns flickering light into art. So next time you're refreshing your space, don’t just light a candle. Place it beautifully. Transform your home into a palace with Palazzo.