The 5 Best Mississippi Candle Companies

Editor’s Note (2026): This article has been refreshed with updated formatting, internal links, and editorial updates while preserving our original recommendations. Product offerings may have changed since this article was originally published, but the companies featured here continue to stand out for their craftsmanship, creativity, and home fragrance offerings.

Founded in 2019, Mississippi Candle Company creates hand-poured candles, wax melts, and handmade soaps inspired by the culture and spirit of the Magnolia State. Based in Mississippi, the company is known for fragrances that celebrate Southern traditions, local flavors, and regional pride. From cozy coffee-inspired scents to fragrances that pay tribute to the state’s rich heritage, Mississippi Candle Company has become a favorite among candle lovers both in Mississippi and across the country. Our candle picks: OMG! Coffee and Mississippi Whiskey.

SoDelta Candle Company combines handcrafted home fragrance with Mississippi artistry. Known for its high-quality soy candles poured into locally made artisan pottery vessels, the company offers products that are as beautiful as they are fragrant. Along with these distinctive candle collections, SoDelta also carries wax melts and traditional candle styles in a variety of creative scent blends. With an emphasis on craftsmanship and Southern charm, SoDelta Candle Company has earned a loyal following among home fragrance enthusiasts. Our candle picks: Delta and Cotton Row.

Founded by a husband-and-wife team, Blackjack Wax Co. creates hand-poured soy candles inspired by life in the Magnolia State. The Mississippi-based company is known for its clean-burning candles and distinctive fragrance blends, many of which capture the sights, memories, and traditions of Southern living. From cozy porch-inspired scents to creative seasonal offerings, Blackjack Wax Co. has become a favorite among candle lovers seeking fragrances with a strong sense of place. Our candle picks: Front Porch and Apple Prohibition.

WH Candle Co. creates hand-poured candles and home fragrance products inspired by life’s meaningful moments and cherished memories. The Mississippi-based company offers soy candles, room sprays, and other fragrance products designed to help customers create a warm and inviting atmosphere at home. With a collection that ranges from sweet gourmand scents to sophisticated masculine fragrances, WH Candle Co. has become a favorite among candle lovers seeking both comfort and connection. Our candle picks: Sugar Rush and Sharp Dressed Man.

Founded in 2010 by Chuck Underwood, Waveland Candle Co. creates handcrafted soy candles inspired by the charm and relaxed lifestyle of Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. The Mississippi-based company is especially known for its unique soy lotion candles, which can be enjoyed as both home fragrance products and skin-safe moisturizers. With a focus on quality ingredients and coastal-inspired living, Waveland Candle Co. has earned a loyal following among candle lovers seeking distinctive handcrafted fragrances. Our candle picks: Gulf Coast and Southern Magnolia.

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