Unity Candles
In essence unity candles are wedding candle sets. These sets normally
consist of a pillar candle and two matching tapers. The bride and groom
each use a taper to light the pillar. Unity candles make an extremely popular gift for weddings and
secular celebrations.
This pillar candle used in the unity candle set has one main requirement – it has to be
able to stand independently. Apart from fulfilling this requirement, it can be any shape or size. The
pillar can stand alone with the tapers each in separate candle
holders, or all three can be placed in one candle holder. Whichever takes your fancy - after all you
are the artist. Regard it as artistic freedom.
Any candle or candle gift set can make a lovely gift for weddings and anniversaries. Gift
sets that include a unity candle or set along with some champagne, glasses and fruit can add an extra
touch to the honeymoon suite. Alternative the candle gift set could even include wedding reception favors
in the shape of small votive candles, jar
candles or gel candles that the couple can give their guests and
attendants in commemoration of the special day.
To really live out your artistic and creative life you could customize these unity candles
with personal messages and the couple's names and date of the union. From extremely ornate to plain and
simple, unity candles are decorated with motifs and symbols of love - doves, hearts, rings and flowers in
a variety of mediums including wax, appliqués and etchings into the candle itself.
The wedding favors can also serve another purpose as a personal message. The candle
wedding favors can impart words like "Thank you for sharing our special day with us" without having to
repeat themselves to each and every guest and attendant. Many people will enjoy these commemorative gifts
for years without ever lighting them.