A beautifully scented candle is one of those indulgences I never buy for myself, but I love receiving — and giving — them as gifts. One of the Strategist’s favorite candlemakers, Boy Smells, offers an earthy, tomatoey-scented candle appropriately named Gardener. In fact, we once described the fragrance as a good alternative to being near some greenery when you’re far from it. It’s among the first of a new crop of “heirloom tomato” candles, a trend we first noticed a couple of years ago and don’t see slowing down. As far as “status” candles go, Boy Smells, whose candles are made of a coconut-and-beeswax blend, is already well priced. But at Nordstrom, it’s nearly 35 percent off, bringing it down to $25. That’s certainly a great price point for buying in multiples for your loved ones — or yourself. Other scents, including Cinderose, Lanai, and Redhead, are also just $25.
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