About Us
Candles that feel like home. Relaxed Luxury
Our Story
At IrisEdward Candle Co., we believe a candle is more than a source of light—it’s an experience, a memory in the making. Fragrance has the power to transform space, shift mood, and ground us in ritual. Our mission is to craft luxurious, hand-poured candles that evoke a sense of comfort, calm, and connection.
Founded in 2019 in the heart of Chicago, IrisEdward Candle Co. was created out of a desire to slow down and savor life’s quieter moments. We make candles that are clean-burning, thoughtfully designed, and rooted in the comfort of everyday routines.
Each candle is made with 100% soy wax from American-grown soybeans, lead-free cotton wicks, and premium fragrance oils that are free from phthalates and other harmful ingredients. Every batch is hand-poured and finished with care, reflecting our commitment to quality, safety, and craftsmanship.
The name IrisEdward is a tribute to our founder Jessica’s parents—Iris and Edward—whose legacy of care, strength, and creativity continues to inspire everything we do. Every candle is made in their honor and with the hope that it helps you create memories of your own.
Our Founder
Jessica is the founder of IrisEdward Candle Co., a nurse and consultant by background who began making candles in 2019 as a creative outlet. She was looking for something hands-on—something that blended intention, craft, and care.
What started as a personal hobby quickly grew. She began sharing her candles with family and friends, and found joy in blending scents, designing clean products, and seeing how fragrance could become part of someone’s day or home.
Her love for this work—and her deep commitment to health and safety—shapes every part of the brand. From ingredient selection to scent development, Jessica builds each candle to be safe, approachable, and familiar. Her hope is that each one becomes the start of a ritual or a memory tied to scent—something quiet, grounding, and good.
