Luxurate

D.L. & Co. is Luxury. When I discovered Douglas Little and his exquisite company a few years ago, I was immediately drawn to the impeccable attention to detail that was highly evident in not only the product, but the packaging and presentation. While I had a healthy taste for quality candles (Tocca Kyoto being a long-time favorite), it was minimal compared to my obsession with shoes, tech-toys, and hotels. That all changed when D.L. & Co. came into my life.

D. L. & Co. exists for the sole purpose of bringing a more vibrant way of living into being - a refuge for those weary of the prosaic, second-rate offerings that surround us all. Within the dim, opulent parlors of D.L. & Co., detail, craft and imagination are all greeted with a tender, reverent embrace, and are cordially introduced to their lusty suitors - obscure botanicals, Victorian surrealism and ancient charm. Every item designed by D.L. & Co. is intended to unfold like a love letter, each detail revealing a procession of small delights to stir and enthrall each and every one of the senses - from the sleek feel of the European wax, to the intoxicating atmospheres of the handmade fragrances.

Douglas Little's love and appreciation for finely crafted glassware inspired the distinctive nature of his signature candles. The true brilliance of the floral design lies not only in its visual elegance, but also in that the form itself actually amplifies the fragrance while the candle is alight. His vessels are highly collectible as a limited number of each design is produced. Once each fragrance collection is concluded, a new vessel is designed to house the next olfactory wonder, reflecting its attributes through color and shape.

The bowl is created from fine grade Australian sand, selected for its clarity, weight and ability to display an intense hue. The bottom of each vessel bears the artist's initials, and every bowl is hand-tinted, making each one unique. D.L. & Co. candles are comprised of a patented blend of high-grade european waxes which not only burns cleaner than any other candle, it also houses the delicately balanced essential oils without altering their fragile character.

The wax in these candles is specifically designed to have a low melting temperature, thereby yielding a greater liquefied surface area by which to better release the frangrance held within. All wicks are hand-braided cotton, lead-free, and burn beautifully.

Where to Buy: D.L. & Co. Online Store, Barney's, eBay, and Gilt Groupe

Tags: Candles, CC, D.L. & Co., Details, Glass, impeccable, Kyoto, Love, Luxury, Tocca

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