Twisted taper candles will add a stylish charm to your dinner table – here are the 12 best I’ve found

They’re the best way to make your tablescape feel more fun! If you’re as obsessed with taper candles as we are, read on

colorful taper candles in different twisted styles
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I’m a firm believer that you can never have too many candlesticks, and of all the tapered candle styles the twisted aesthetic has to be my favorite. From bright and colorful to more neutral and muted styles, one thing’s for sure – this fun candlestick style will never fail to make a statement on your tablescape.

And I’m clearly not alone in my obsession! The best home decor stores are absolutely packed full of twisted candlesticks – from elegant elongated silhouettes to modern chubby styles, there’s a tapered candle to suit everyone. I’m on a mission to find the most eye-catching styles, so read on for my top 12 twisted taper candle picks.

OUR TOP 12 TWISTED CANDLESTICK STYLES

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BEST COLORFUL TWISTED CANDLES

BEST NEUTRAL TWISTED CANDLES

BEST DARK TWISTED CANDLES

HOW DO I STYLE TWISTED TAPER CANDLES?

Candlesticks are like the cherry on top of the cake for dinner table decor, so why not get creative with them to really make your tablescape stand out? Firstly, layering your candlestick styles is key – a sole, lonely taper candle rarely makes much of a statement. While matching silhouettes and colors work exceptionally well for an elegant uniform finish, you can make more of a playful statement by combining different shades, tones, and shapes freely (and even somewhat randomly).

You can mix and match your colors to your heart’s content, as there are basically no rules here. Combine neutral with bright or dark tones, and straight with twisted and shapely silhouettes for a fun and playful finish. But when playing around with different candles, it’s a good idea to stick to the same style of candlestick or holder to help tie the whole look together. Tall gold candlesticks of different heights work well with most candle colors and silhouettes, but as long as they’re similar in style and color you can experiment with different models e.g. stoneware, wooden or glass.

Valeza Bakolli
Contributing Shopping Editor

Valeza Bakolli is an experienced shopping editor. She previously worked at BuzzFeed where she honed her skills in all things shopping - from gift guide curation to spotting top home trends. Finding the best bargains online is her happy place (you won’t believe how much she got her Nespresso machine for!) and when she’s not romanticizing her morning coffee routine, you’ll probably find her creating a tablescape for yet another alfresco dining event in her backyard.