Bookish Candle ~ Papyrus + Birchwood + Leather

Crisp, woody, and quietly sophisticated, Bookish is a candle for those drawn to worn pages, smooth leather, and the comfort of a room lined with stories. Part of our Swagger Collection, this scent is refined and contemplative — a modern masculine fragrance with a literary edge.

Notes of papyrus, birchwood, and leather evoke the atmosphere of a well-loved library: aged book spines, polished wooden shelves, and the faint warmth of autumn air drifting through tall windows. Dry, elegant woods meet soft leather undertones, creating a scent that feels both cool and comforting, timeless yet distinctly modern.

Bookish is the perfect candle for evenings spent reading, writing, or simply settling into the quiet luxury of home — a fragrance that lingers like a favorite chapter.

Top notes: white sage, orris root
Middle notes: papyrus, leather
Base notes:  birchwood, cedar, patchouli

Two options available: 7 oz. & 13 oz.

 7 oz. candle comes in an amber glass jar with a black metal lid.

• Single wick  
• Burn time:  approximately 25 hours  
• Best suited for smaller rooms like bathrooms or offices
• H:  3.5”, W:  2.75”  
• 7 oz. weight / 15 oz. net weight

13 oz. candle comes in an amber glass jar with a black metal lid.

• Two wicks  
• Burn time: approximately 50 hours
• Best suited for medium-sized rooms such as bedrooms or living rooms  
• H:  3.75”, W:  3.5”
• 23 oz. weight / 13 oz. net weight 

With a clean burn and powerful scent, Cornell Candle Co. candles are hand-poured in small batches with

• No additives, dyes or preservatives
• Vegan, coconut soy wax
• Cotton core wicks
• Phthalate-free, high-quality fragrance and essential oils 

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