light my candle: modern taper holders

Who didn't grow up with those ubiquitous electric candlesticks in the windows of your house during the holidays? I used to think taper candles were extremely old-fashioned and never thought I would be interested in them, but just as with everything else that follows the what's-old-is-new-again pattern, these lovely candleholders have changed my mind. 

I love the colors and form of the Pleated candleholders, above, from BoConcept, which I wanted to include even though they're handle-less. And any of the selection below of modern takes on the chamber candlestick would look great as a single piece on a bedside table or console, or as a group on a dining table mixed with other decorative elements. 

The porcelain model by Klein Reid (bottom) comes with a removable candle insert, so when not in use with a real taper, you can still enjoy a tromp l'oeil effect of having a candle in place.

Most of these are well under $30, with the Weight Here coming in under $50 and the Klein Reid priced at $98.

In case you're in need: Creative Candles is a great source for taper candles in beautiful colors. 

Weight Here candle holder

Jack blue candleholder

Jack black candleholder

coming soon! Nocto candle holders

VÄLKÄND candlesticks

Still Life candlestick

images via boconcept, gretel, cb2, normann copenhagen, ikea, horne

Xx a