The Story of White Oak Ambience Candle Co.

A deep dive into the inspiration and mission behind our brand

Going through the experience of caring for a loved one is hard. It’s stressful. It’s exhausting. And when that loved one is gone, the weight of grief is something no one can fully prepare you for.

When my mother passed, it felt like I lost not just a parent, but my best friend, my confidant, my go-to person. She was the one I turned to for everything, and suddenly, she wasn’t there. Grief has a way of hitting in waves—sometimes subtle, sometimes like a tidal force. And in those early days, it felt like all I could do was try to navigate through it.

Then, one day, I was in the mall, wandering aimlessly, when I found myself in a candle shop. I wasn’t looking for anything in particular, just browsing, picking up candles, sniffing different scents. And then—I smelled lilac.

In an instant, I was transported back to my mother’s home. She lived next door to someone who had rows upon rows of lilac bushes. With no air conditioning in the house, the summer cross-breeze would carry the floral scent straight inside, filling every room. She loved the Lilac fragrance when I was a child but because she couldn't escape the scent now she would tell me she despises that fragrance now! 

So standing there in that store, with the candle in hand, I did something I hadn’t done in what felt like forever. I smiled.

That scent, that moment, reminded me of her—not in sadness, but in warmth. It made me chuckle. It was one of the first times I was able to remember her and feel joy instead of pain.

Where White Oak Ambience Began

That experience was a turning point for me. It made me realize just how powerful scent is—it can take us back in time, wrap us in comfort, and even help us heal. I wanted to create something that could do that for others. That’s how White Oak Ambience Candle Co. was born.

I didn’t want to make just any candles. I wanted to create experiences. Moments. Scents that tell a story and bring comfort, just like that lilac candle did for me.

More Than Just Candles—A Mission

At White Oak Ambience, our goal is simple: to craft scents that mean something.

• We use 100% soy wax for a clean, slow burn that lets you enjoy every moment.

• Every fragrance blend is carefully created to be unique, layered, and nostalgic—no overpowering, artificial scents.

• And most importantly, we want our candles to evoke emotions, spark memories, and create the kind of atmosphere that makes a house feel like home.

Join Us on This Journey

Whether you’re here because you’re a fellow candle lover, someone looking for a signature scent, or someone who just needs a little extra comfort in the form of a flickering flame, welcome. White Oak Ambience Candle Co. is built for people like you—people who appreciate the magic of scent and the memories it holds.

So, light a candle, take a deep breath, and embrace the moment. Because sometimes, a single scent can bring you home.

✨ Do you have a scent that brings back a special memory? I’d love to hear your story. Drop a comment below!