Pillar candles are a timeless choice for weddings, special events, home styling and elegant table decorations. Their clean lines and long burn times make them ideal for wedding centrepieces, ceremony aisles, venue entrances, dining tables, fireplaces and everyday home décor.
Our collection includes pillar candles in a variety of heights and diameters suitable for use on their own or displayed with candle holders, glass vases and hurricane cylinders. Whether you're creating romantic wedding styling, decorating your home, hosting a dinner party or planning a special celebration, pillar candles create a warm and inviting atmosphere for every occasion.
Why Choose Pillar Candles?
Pillar candles are one of the most versatile decorative candles available. Their wider shape allows them to burn for longer than taper or dinner candles, making them ideal for weddings, receptions, restaurants, home entertaining and seasonal decorating. They can be displayed individually or grouped together in varying heights to create beautiful layered centrepieces.
Perfect for Weddings & Home Styling
Pillar candles suit almost every decorating style, from classic weddings and luxury receptions through to rustic venues, modern homes and intimate dinner parties. Display them on reception tables, welcome displays, ceremony aisles, fireplace mantels, coffee tables or outdoor entertaining areas to add warmth and ambience.
Style with Candle Holders & Glass Cylinders
Pillar candles pair beautifully with candle holders, hurricane cylinders and glass vases. Mixing different candle heights with fresh or artificial flowers, greenery and decorative styling pieces creates elegant displays suitable for weddings, anniversaries, Christmas, Valentine's Day and everyday home décor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do pillar candles burn?
Burn time depends on the candle's size and diameter. Larger pillar candles generally provide many hours of burn time, making them ideal for weddings and long events.
Can pillar candles be used without a holder?
Yes. Pillar candles can be displayed on a suitable heat-resistant surface, although many people choose decorative candle holders or glass cylinders to create a more elegant display and help protect surrounding decorations.
What occasions are pillar candles suitable for?
Pillar candles are popular for weddings, engagement parties, dinner parties, restaurants, home decorating, Christmas displays, Valentine's Day styling and many other special occasions.
Can pillar candles be mixed with other candle styles?
Absolutely. Pillar candles are often combined with taper candles, floating candles, LED candles and tealight candles to create layered centrepieces and decorative displays.
Need Help Choosing?
Not sure which candles are right for your wedding or event? Our buying guides can help you choose the best candle styles, holders and decorating ideas.