ABOUT US
OUR STORY
Hey there! I’m Jermaine, the candle guy behind NKY Chic Candle Co. We’re based in Houston, but trust me, there’s a whole lotta New York attitude in every jar.
So here’s how it all went down: Back in 2018, my wife Jessica and I ditched the nonstop chaos of NYC and headed south to Houston. Cool city, with awesome food, but man, I missed the smell of home. Have you ever missed a place so much that you just want to bottle it up? That’s exactly what I tried to do. Took a little NYC street spirit, mixed it with Houston’s laid-back, front-porch kind of warmth, and poured it into a candle.
Jessica’s got this killer eye for style, and I’m pretty obsessed with, well, how things smell. We started hand-pouring soy candles that aren’t just “nice,” they actually mean something. Each one’s got memories, moods, and stories baked right in. Light one up and you’ll see what I mean. Around here, home isn’t just where you live, it’s where your story starts.
What Makes Us Stand Out
Big City Meets Southern Charm. Our scents are bold and inviting, think NYC’s buzz with Houston’s comfort. It’s a mashup you won’t find anywhere else, and honestly, that’s the best part.
Handcrafted, Every. Single. Time. We pour each candle by hand in our Houston studio. No big machines, no shortcuts, just us, a bunch of soy wax, and the good stuff (no weird chemicals allowed).
Reuse, Refill, Repeat. Our candles come in 11-oz whiskey glasses. They look slick, and when your candle’s done, boom, you’ve got a new glass for your next cocktail. Saving the planet has never looked so good.
Pick a Candle, Match a Mood. We make scents that fit how you feel, not just what you “should” like. Whether you’re vibing with Slow Burn or chasing Good Vibes, we’ve got your mood covered.
Candles With a Heart Every jar’s got a little piece of our journey in it. We believe a scent can bring you right back to your favorite place or help you make a new one. Our hope? That our candles help you feel at home, wherever you are