Firefly Dusk Candle

The back door claps shut behind you. The grass is cool underfoot. The jar is already in your hand.

Complimentary scent sample: Every order includes a 1 oz wax melt in a fragrance selected by us.

Firefly Dusk is the last light of a summer evening, the kind that only happens after a warm dinner, when the peaches have been put up and the cobbler dish is still on the counter and someone hands you a mason jar and sends you out into the yard barefoot.

It opens with the soft sweetness of toasted marshmallow and vanilla: the real kind, with little specks in it, the kind your grandmother kept in the freezer for nights exactly like this one. As the candle settles, cedarwood and palo santo rise slowly underneath, grounding the sweetness with the quiet warmth of old slate pathways and summer dusk. A faint thread of woodsmoke drifts through, low and unhurried, the way a good evening always ends.

This is not a bonfire scent. It is not a s'mores scent. It is the in-between: the moment after dinner, before dark, when the fireflies are just starting to show and the night belongs entirely to you.

Hand-poured in coconut apricot wax in Christiansburg, Virginia, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Why People Love It

Firefly Dusk holds a memory that most people didn't know they still carried. It's sweet without being heavy, smoky without being sharp, and warm in a way that feels entirely personal.

Customers reach for it on summer evenings, fall nights, and any time they need something that feels like the good end of the day. It works year-round because the memory it holds is timeless: barefoot, unhurried, and lit from below by something small and golden.

Fragrance Notes

Top
Toasted marshmallow, real vanilla

Middle
Warm cedarwood, light smoke

Base
Palo santo, golden warmth

Details

Part of the Warm & Cozy Collection · Candles Made in Appalachia

Crafted in Appalachia

Hand-poured with coconut apricot wax and thoughtfully made in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains.

Candle Care

Trim the wick to ¼ inch before each burn. Allow the melt pool to reach near the vessel’s edges, especially during the first burn. Keep away from drafts and discontinue use when approximately ½ inch of wax remains.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Firefly Dusk smell like?

A warm, nostalgic candle with notes of toasted marshmallow, real vanilla, and cedarwood smoke. Hand-poured in coconut apricot wax in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.

Is Firefly Dusk suitable for year-round use?

Yes. While the fragrance may evoke a particular season or memory, it is designed to create an inviting atmosphere throughout the year.

How should I care for this candle?

Trim the wick to ¼ inch before each burn. Allow the melt pool to reach near the vessel’s edges, especially during the first burn. Keep away from drafts and discontinue use when approximately ½ inch of wax remains.

Where is the candle made?

Each Firefly Dusk candle is hand-poured in small batches in Christiansburg, Virginia, in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Poured in coconut apricot wax for a rich, room-filling scent — whether you light the wick or set it on a candle warmer.

Vessel colors and sizes: Amber glass: 8 oz Amber Jar, 12 oz Amber Jar. Select a size to see the corresponding option.

Top: Toasted marshmallow, real vanilla

Heart: Warm cedarwood, light smoke

Base: Palo santo, golden warmth

Trim the wick to ¼ inch before lighting. Burn on a stable, heat-resistant surface, away from drafts and anything that could catch fire.

Never leave a burning candle unattended. Keep away from children and pets, and burn no longer than four hours at a time.

At Autumn Laurel & Co., each candle is hand-poured in small batches with care and attention to detail. We want your order to arrive quickly and in perfect condition.

Processing Time Orders are processed and shipped within 3 to 5 business days of payment confirmation. You will receive a shipping confirmation with tracking information once your order leaves our studio.

Shipping Methods We ship via USPS or UPS. Carrier selection is based on package size, weight, and destination.

Shipping Rates Shipping rates are calculated at checkout based on the weight and destination of your order. Free shipping is available on all net orders over $35 within the contiguous United States. (Net orders means after all discounts have been applied - $35 or more in the cart). 

Order Tracking Once your order ships, you will receive an email with your tracking number. If you have questions about your shipment, contact us at hello@autumnlaurel.com.

Delivery Times Delivery estimates vary by carrier and destination. We are not responsible for carrier delays once your package has been handed off for shipment.

Damages in Transit If your order arrives damaged, contact us at hello@autumnlaurel.com within 7 days of delivery with a photo of the damage. We will work with you to make it right.