Our HistoryUpdated 15 days ago
The Votivo Story: One-of-a-Kind Fragrance Since 1994
Votivo (pronounced voh-tee-voh) began in 1994 in Seattle, Washington, with a simple mission: create candles and home fragrance with truly distinctive fragrances. From the very start, we've been committed to crafting scents that become part of life's most meaningful moments.
From Seattle to Spartanburg: Our Journey
In the early 2000s, Votivo found its permanent home in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where we continue to handcraft every scent today. This move brought us closer to our roots in American craftsmanship and allowed us to build a dedicated team of in-house perfumers who spend countless hours perfecting each unique fragrance.
What Makes Votivo Different
Unlike most candle brands that purchase pre-made fragrances, our team of perfumers creates every Votivo scent from scratch in our Spartanburg facility. This means you won't find our fragrances anywhere else. Each scent goes through an extensive product development journey to ensure it's truly special and unlike anything else on the market.
We craft each Votivo candle with care. Every candle is hand-wrapped, and every seal is hand-stamped. Our proprietary soy-blend wax formula ensures a clean, even burn and exceptional fragrance throw. We're Paraben, Phthalate, and Formaldehyde Free because quality matters in every aspect.
Our Philosophy: Fragrance Made for Moments
Over 30 years, we've learned that our fragrances become more than just candles. They become memory makers and emotional bookmarks. Our customers tell us that years later, lighting a Votivo candle transports them back to moving into their first home, celebrating a milestone, or remembering a dear friend who gifted them that scent.
That's what "fragrance made for moments" means. We're not just making candles. We're creating the scents that will anchor meaningful memories.
Our Product Line Today
From our original candle offerings, Votivo has grown to include:
- Signature Candles: Our bestselling 10 oz candles with up to 80 hours of burn time
- Tortoise Candles: Distinctive tortoiseshell vessels that are as beautiful as the fragrances they hold
- Reed Diffusers: Continuous fragrance without the flame
- Room & Linen Sprays: Fresh scent for fabrics and spaces
- Discovery Candles: Perfect for trying new fragrances
- Car Fragrances: Take your favorite scent on the road
Where We Are Now
Today, Votivo candles are available in boutiques, gift shops, and curated home decor stores across the country. Use our store locator to find one near you! We ship from our Spartanburg headquarters and maintain the same commitment to quality fragrance and distinctive packaging that we started with in 1994.
Every candle still gets that personal touch. Every fragrance is still created by our in-house team. And every scent is designed to become part of your story.
Where Should I Start?
Try Our Best Sellers First
Red Currant remains our most beloved and best-selling fragrance after all these years. It smells like tart citrus and earthy greens, and feels like sun-drenched leaves and golden rays. It's a proven favorite that works beautifully year-round.
From there, explore based on what speaks to you:
For Fresh, Clean Spaces: Clean Crisp White or White Ocean Sands
For Cozy, Warm Vibes: Teak, Champaca, or Smoked Wood & Amber
For Something Unexpected: Fresh Tomato Leaf, Jungle Bird, or Pink Mimosa
For Floral Lovers: Honeysuckle or Urban Rose
Find Your Signature Scent
Each Votivo fragrance is unique and worth discovering. Like you, every scent has its own personality. We invite you to explore our full collection and find the fragrances that will become part of your moments and memories. Shop our Fragrance Sample Kit and discover your favorite scent before you strike a match.
Browse all our fragrances on our website, or visit one of our retail partners to experience the scents in person.
Have questions about Votivo products, ordering, or our story? Contact us at 1.877.7VOTIVO (1.877.786.8486) or send an email to [email protected].