Confession, in my pre-Livingetc era, incense holders were low on my list of design priorities. But now, more than two years later, it has hopped its way up to being one of my favorite ways to add personality to my space in a meaningful manner.
And, paired with the best home fragrance, it creates an impactful ritual through scent and sight. Considering there's an almost hypnotic quality to incense, a beautiful base will only elevate this fragrance moment.
So, I've found the coolest incense holders to treat your home to. And I've organized my recommendations by style, so there's something for the minimalists, the maximalists, and the in-betweeners, too. Check it out!
Best Minimalist Incense Holders
Are we even surprised Loewe made it onto my round-up? And the fact that this set comes with a bundle of ivy incense makes it that much more appealing.
As far as minimalist incense holders go, this number from Woud is admittedly chic and laid-back.
J'obsessed with this beautiful, ice-y glass incense holder from Kusaido. The subtle texture instantly elevates the ritual.
Best Statement Incense Holders
Spoiler alert — this isn't the only L'Objet incense holder I'm crushing on. But in the realm of statement pieces, can you blame me?
First Alessi's Rocc Diffuser, now this incense burner? I can get behind the brand's reinvention of scent in the form of chrome home accessories.
Make your home smell good while showing off your style with these pretty orchid incense holders from Odyssey Interior. It feels perfect for spring!
Best Luxury Incense Holders
After spotting Ginori 1735 in Miranda Priestly's office, I found this incense holder that's now living in my mind rent-free.
When I think luxury fragrance, Aesop is right up there with the crème de la crème. And this Bronze Incense Holder is a testament to its stellar reputation.
How cool is this Brass Circa Incense Burner from Cinnamon Projects? The soft silhouette, the brushed finish, and the levitating incense — no notes.
Best Contemporary Incense Holders
If you want fragrance to do most of the talking, this Green Lilo Incense Holder offers a subtle stye moment.
Soft launching my other L'Objet obsession at the moment — this lippy incense holder in its smooth porcelain finish.
Trust me, Niko June's 'melted' incense holder is such a fun way to dress up this fragrance ritual.
Cool Incense Cone Burners
Hide your bland-looking incense cones under this sleek burner from Ferm Living to give it some edge.
There's something cute about watching your incense smoke waft out of this brutalist mini home's chimney.
Seth Rogen's Ripple+ incense droplet set is sitting on my coffee table right now. And the rich marble holder is on par with the cool cones.
FAQs
What Is the Best Material for an Incense Holder?
Overall, ceramic and porcelain are the best materials for an incense holder. However, many popular burners and incense holders are crafted from wood, stone and metal. Above all, it's important to ensure that the vessel you use is safe for use with this fragrance format.
Are Incense Holders Safe on Wood?
Since wood is generally flammable, I'd advise against burning smaller incense holders that are notorious for not catching ash on furniture made from this material. However, if you're burning incense in a larger bowl that catches all the fallen incense ash, you shouldn't have an issue placing it on a wood surface.
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