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Candle Stores & Studios in Virginia Beach, VA

From boutique candle stores to pour-your-own candle bars, we list 5 local candle stores across Virginia Beach and nearby Virginia, with ratings and store details. Providers listed in Virginia Beach cover candle stores and home fragrance & gifts. Virginia Beach sits in Virginia Beach city County, Virginia. Other Virginia cities covered include Chesapeake, Williamsburg and Alexandria.

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Ask about candle making classes, custom orders, or private events at Virginia Beach candle stores and studios.

1. Cat's Candles Candle Stores

2501 Corn Husk Rd

2. Jande Candles Candle Stores

2589 Quality Ct

3. Divine Scentervention Home Fragrance & Gifts

4605 Pembroke Lake Cir Ste 102

4. Georgie & Ophelia Luxury Candles Candle Stores

701 Lynnhaven Pkwy

5. Yankee Candle Candle Stores

Virginia Beach, VA

Candle shops in Virginia Beach, VA: a local guide

We currently track 5 candle shops and makers serving Virginia Beach, VA in Virginia Beach city County.

What candles costs in Virginia Beach

Handmade candles in Virginia Beach usually run $15-$40 depending on size, wax, and scent; soy and beeswax cost more than paraffin but burn cleaner and longer. Larger jars and gift sets run higher.

What to look for in a candle shop in Virginia Beach

  • Check that scents use quality fragrance or essential oils and aren't overpowering unlit.
  • Support local Virginia Beach makers — small-batch candles are often better poured and better value than mass brands.
  • Ask about burn time and wick type; a cotton or wood wick and a full wax pool matter.
  • For gifts, ask about gift sets, custom scents, and local pickup near Virginia Beach.
  • Read reviews for scent throw and consistency — weak scent or tunneling are the usual complaints.

Questions to ask before you buy

  • Are the fragrances phthalate-free or made with essential oils?
  • Do you make candles in-house or resell?
  • Do you offer custom scents or gift sets?
  • Can I pick up locally in Virginia Beach?
  • What's your policy if the scent isn't right?

Many Virginia Beach listings also carry soy, beeswax, and scented candles, gifts, and candle-making supplies.

Frequently asked questions

How much do handmade candles cost in Virginia Beach?

Handmade candles from Virginia Beach shops usually run $15 to $40 depending on size, wax, and scent. Soy and beeswax cost more than paraffin but burn cleaner and longer.

What is the best type of candle wax?

Soy, coconut, and beeswax burn cleaner and longer than paraffin and hold scent well. Many Virginia Beach makers use them, so ask what a shop pours.

Why is my candle tunneling or burning too fast?

It is usually a wick or wax-pool issue. Trim the wick to about a quarter inch and let the first burn melt the top edge to edge. A good shop can recommend the right size.

Do Virginia Beach candle shops make custom scents or gift sets?

Many small makers offer custom scents, gift sets, and local pickup. Ask the shops above, as it is a common request for weddings and events.

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