Name: Noir Mystery
Brand: Wax & Words
SKU: P00241S
Price: 15.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Description

Immerse yourself in the world of hardboiled detectives, dimly lit bars, and the smoky allure of a mystery waiting to unfold. Noir Mystery is a scent steeped in intrigue, blending the rich aroma of dark tobacco and smooth vanilla with the bold bitterness of fresh coffee - like a late-night stakeout in a city that never sleeps.

Perfect for reading Chandler, Hammett, and Highsmith, or modern masters like Tana French, Gillian Flynn, and Walter Mosley, this candle sets the mood for shadowy whodunits, femme fatales, and twists you never see coming. Light it, find yourself a comfy armchair, and let the story take control.

Our candles come in a sleek, tapered container designed for both style and functionality.

This thoughtfully sized vessel provides a balanced burn, allowing the fragrance to gently fill your space while complementing any décor.

Fragrances

Tobacco – Rich, smoky, and slightly spicy, evoking the haze of a late-night noir scene.

Vanilla – A smooth, subtly sweet contrast that lingers like an unsolved case.

Fresh Coffee – Deep, roasted aroma, reminiscent of long nights and whispered confessions over black coffee.

Book Pairings

The Big Sleep – Raymond Chandler (1939): A gritty, hardboiled detective novel following Philip Marlowe through a tangled web of crime, blackmail, and corruption in Los Angeles.

The Black Dahlia – James Ellroy (1987): A dark, atmospheric noir inspired by the real-life 1947 Hollywood murder, following two detectives as they descend into obsession and corruption.

In the Woods – Tana French (2007): A haunting psychological mystery where a detective confronts a chilling murder case that may be linked to his own buried past.

Specifications

Top Diameter: 7 cm
Bottom Diameter: 6 cm
Height: 8.5 cm
Net weight: ~150 g
Burn Time: ~45 hours
Wax Type: Soy/Coconut blend
Wick Type: CLP 10

Package Contents

1 x Candle
1 x Candle Box
1 x Wax-sealed info card

Candle Care

First Burn: Let the wax melt evenly to the edges (2–3 hours) to prevent tunneling.

Trim the Wick: Keep it at 5mm (¼ inch) before each burn for a clean, steady flame.

Burn Time: Never burn for more than 4 hours at a time to prevent overheating.

Safe Placement: Keep on a heat-resistant surface, away from drafts, flammable items, children, and pets.

Extinguish Properly: Use a snuffer or dip the wick into melted wax to reduce smoke.

Wax Cleanliness: Remove debris like wick trimmings before lighting.

Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain fragrance quality.

Shipping

We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 business days. Orders are processed Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.

All orders are shipped via Royal Mail 48 Tracked.