Our Story
A Woman-Owned Brand Built From a Need for Calm
Olympia Candle Company began with a simple truth: life gets heavy, and we all need small moments that help us breathe again. For our founder, LaRhesa, candles became those moments — a way to settle the mind, soften the noise, and reconnect with a steadier feeling inside.
What started as a personal ritual grew into a mission: create clean, intentional home fragrance that supports everyday wellbeing for real people, in real homes.
Today, Olympia Candle Company is a woman-owned, wellness-focused studio based in Olympia, Washington. Every candle is hand-poured with care using thoughtfully chosen ingredients that honor your home and the air you breathe. Because what you breathe matters — and scent can shape the way your space (and your day) feels.
Why We Create
We make candles for tired parents, overwhelmed workers, students trying to find balance, and anyone who gives so much they forget to refill their own cup.
We make candles for anyone who needs a quiet moment to feel grounded, supported, and more at home in themselves.
Our scents are designed to support:
• Daily pause
• A calmer atmosphere
• Emotional reset moments
• Comfort during hard seasons
• Warm, inviting spaces
Inspired by the Pacific Northwest
The soft rain, evergreen landscapes, and quiet stillness of Olympia influence everything we create. Our aesthetic is simple and natural — warm neutrals, soft light, and intentional breathing room. Nothing complicated. Nothing pretentious. Just real scent for real life.
How We Make
Every candle is crafted slowly, thoughtfully, and intentionally:
• Hand-poured in small batches
• Two clean wax options:
Coconut Blend: fully vegan, luxuriously soft, with a slightly stronger scent throw
Soy Blend: contains beeswax for a gentler scent and a longer, steadier burn
• No paraffin, dyes, or unnecessary additives
• Phthalate-free fragrance oils
• ECO cotton wicks for a clean, steady burn
• Poured exclusively in our 9 oz and 15 oz bubble-glass jars — no lids, no mass-production shortcuts
• Scent development focused on comfort, balance, and everyday wellbeing
• Made with intention and honesty — the way comfort should be.
What You’ll Find Here
Classic Collection: everyday scents for comfort, clarity, and calm
Premium Collection: deeper, more layered blends crafted for immersive moments
Monthly Immersions (Coming Soon!): a guided pause each month with scent, reflection, tea, and grounded self-care practices