At a glance
When words fall short, a personalised candle can say it gently. Scent Nation Australia creates sympathy gifts that feel thoughtful, not generic, with custom labels (including photo options where available) and an optional personalised message card for a heartfelt condolence.
Sympathy gifts that feel personal
If you’re searching for sympathy gifts or sympathy presents in Australia, you’re usually trying to do one simple thing, show you care without overwhelming someone who’s grieving. Our memorial candle and remembrance candle collection is made for that moment. These are personalised memorial gifts and personalised remembrance gifts designed to honour a loved one, support healing, and create a quiet ritual of comfort.
Personalised memorial and remembrance candles
Each candle can be customised with a name, date, and message, so it becomes more than a candle, it becomes a keepsake. Many customers also choose a photo label as a gentle way to keep a memory close. If you’d like to send your gift directly, add a personalised message card at checkout for a true, thoughtful condolence.
What to choose (quick guide)
If you want something timeless: an in loving memory candle with name and date
If you want a keepsake: a personalised memorial candle with a photo label (where available)
If you’re not sure what to write: choose a condolence candle and add a message card
If you’re sending to a home: remembrance presents that can be lit any time they miss them
A thoughtful gift for a grieving friend
Scent Nation Australia is a go-to for memorial gifts when you want to support a grieving friend in a way that feels respectful and meaningful. These candles are often chosen as bereavement gifts, grief gifts, and mourning gifts, because they’re easy to receive, easy to use, and don’t require the person to “be okay” to appreciate them.
When people gift these candles
As funeral gifts or funeral presents when you can’t attend in person
As gifts to give at a funeral or memorial service
As gifts in remembrance on anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays
As condolence gifts for someone returning to work, when support often goes quiet
What to write (label or message card)
In loving memory of [Name]
Forever in our hearts
Gone, but never forgotten
Thinking of you today and always
A light to honour a beautiful life
Holding you close in my thoughts
FAQs
What is a memorial candle?
A memorial candle is a candle lit in memory of someone who has passed away. It’s often used as a small ritual of remembrance during anniversaries, birthdays, funerals, or quiet moments at home. Many people choose a personalised memorial candle from Scent Nation Australia as a gentle memorial present for a grieving friend, something they can light whenever they need comfort.
What is a remembrance candle?
A remembrance candle is a candle used to keep someone’s memory close. It’s often chosen as part of memorial remembrance gifts, especially for anniversaries of loss and “thinking of you” moments.
Is a candle an appropriate sympathy gift?
Yes. A candle is one of the most widely appreciated sympathy gift ideas because it’s comforting, simple, and easy to receive. It offers a quiet moment of peace without demanding conversation or energy from someone who’s grieving. That’s exactly why Scent Nation Australia focuses on personalised memorial and remembrance candles, so your sympathy gift feels thoughtful, gentle, and truly meaningful.
What is the difference between a memorial candle and a remembrance candle?
A memorial candle is commonly associated with honouring someone who has passed away, while a remembrance candle can feel a little broader, used for ongoing remembrance and reflection. In practice, many people use the terms interchangeably.
What is a condolence candle?
A condolence candle is a candle given to express sympathy and support. It’s a practical version of condolence presents because it arrives gift-ready and can be lit whenever the recipient needs a calming moment.
What do you write on a sympathy candle?
Short and timeless works best. Many people include the name, a date, or a simple line like “Forever in our hearts.” If you’re unsure, our message card option makes it easy to share a heartfelt note without overthinking the words.
Are these suitable for men as well?
Yes. Many customers choose these as a gift for a grieving person regardless of gender, especially when they want something supportive that doesn’t feel overly sentimental.
Last updated: January 2026
