The Pilates [1] studio I frequent is all white and inviting, and after a few visits, I noticed they were burning a candle. Throughout my class, the lightest notes of a wood-burning fireplace powered me through every plank and bridge, all while keeping me calm and engaged. The experience was so pleasant that I had to run to the front and ask about their candle of choice [2].

The Maison Louis Marie No.04 Bois de Balincourt Candle [3] ($34) sounds fancy and costly, but at $34, it's about half the price of most designer candles. The design is minimal, so it can comfortably live anywhere in your home or office. Plus, it's certified clean at Sephora [4], so it's cruelty-free and formulated without sulfates and other nasty ingredients. And it smells perfect [5].

Full disclosure: I normally hate the smell of sandalwood, which is this fragrance's top note. It feels too heavy and overwhelming for me; I'd rather smell like roses [6] all year long. This sandalwood, though, is warm and inviting, just like a real fireplace. There's just a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg that sweetens the woody notes, so those who prefer a heavier scent will feel right at home, and even those like me, who prefer florals, might have just found their new Fall candle.