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Quintessentially fall scents are the reason for the season.

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Cozy Nights fall candle from Target

Along with sweater weather, back-to-school nostalgia, and the start of the holiday season, fall brings with it the best smelling time of year.

And while you’re sure to happen upon some of those iconic scents naturally — crisp, cool air; a cauldron of hot apple cider brewing at the farmers’ market; those cinnamon broomsticks placed strategically throughout Trader Joe’s; the PSL wafting out of every venti cup you pass — sometimes you just need a little (or a lot) more.

That’s where autumnally-scented candles come in. And thankfully, Target has them in droves. The retailer’s selection of seasonally appropriate and highly rated scents is truly vast, so we’ve culled the lineup for you.

Read on for some of our favorite ways to keep the fall feeling going well into the new year.

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Opalhouse Cozy Nights glass jar soy candle

Shoppers say the blend of citrusy bergamot, sweet caramel, and woodsy tobacco notes that waft from this soy-wax blend candle “[smell] absolutely fantastic,” with an “intoxicating fragrance [that’s] vaguely exotic, warm, and enveloping.” Adds another reviewer: “I love the smell; it has such a unique spice to it.” And at 15.1 oz, you can truly savor the scent with up to 50 hours of burn time. Note that some reviewers find that the candle “tunnels,” so we advise burning it carefully.

Threshold Wooded Sage glass jar candle with lid

This 8oz soy wax candle is certainly fall-esque, but the “herbal/floral” combination of wooded sage mixed with cypress, olive leaves, rosewood, and charcoal is also for any season — as is its minimalist, black-and-gold design. According to one fan, “It makes my whole house smell like a beautiful, cozy fall day.” Another adds: “It smells appropriate year-round — a neutral, earthy, sophisticated freshness.”

Chesapeake Bay Snuggly Sweater jar candle

This candle evokes the feeling of cuddling up in your favorite fall sweater, thanks to notes of lavender, rose, vanilla, and musk. Reviewers say it’s also a more subtly-scented option than others on our list, which those sensitive to strong smells will appreciate. “It certainly isn’t as strong as some candles out there,” says one unbothered reviewer, who adds that she’s “bough so many of this scent that I can’t even give a number. [It] just fills the room with a soft sweet/clean scent that feels like a warm blanket.”

$13.99 at Target

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Threshold Applewood and Amber wooden wick candle

“Autumn in a jar!” raves one reviewer about this minimal candle, which promises to burn with a soothing scent of apple and amber for a true taste (err, smell) of the season. The amber-colored glass container and wood lid will look great on display amidst any decor. It also features a crackling wooden wick for extra ambiance.

Opalhouse Pumpkin Shortbread scented soy candle

Pumpkin everything is par for the course this time of year, so it’s no surprise that Target has a seemingly endless array of pumpkin candles. Among it’s most highly-rated options is this Pumpkin Shortbread option, which blends the aromas of milk, sugar, coconut and (duh) pumpkin for a fresh-from-the-oven scent. “L.O.V.E. this pumpkin shortbread candle,” says one emphatic reviewer, adding that it’s “the perfect blend of subtle pumpkin and fresh-baked butter cookies. My whole family loves it and they look forward to it as fall approaches.” (And if you’re looking for more pumpkin options, check out a few of the others here and here.)

Opalhouse Fall Day soy candle

This beloved burner has notes of apple, pear, and bergamot reminiscent of the crispest of fall days. It’s “the perfect fall scent,” says one reviewer, adding that it “somehow manages to smell both cozy and fresh — fall fragrance without any sickly sweetness.” It’s available in both 15.1- and 4.1-ounce sizes; and the fall foliage color scheme is also very seasonally appropriate.

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Threshold Acorn Trails scented jar candle

Happy trails indeed! Based on its 5-star rating, it appears that shoppers can’t get enough of this candle, which has a woodsy aroma and three wicks that offer up to 35 hours of burn time. “To say I’m obsessed with this scent is an understatement,” says one happy customer. “Best fall candle out there,” adds another, saying that the “scent fills the whole house and is just the perfect mix without the pumpkin and sweet smell.”

Chesapeake Bay Brown Sugar Chestnut two-wick soy wax blend candle

Perhaps the most fashionably refined pick on our list, this so-called “gender neutral” candle blends sweet notes of roasted chestnuts, sugared pecans, and a cinnamon-vanilla swirl combined with more terrestrial scents of acorns, maple trees, and freshly fallen leaves. It’s a “warm, beautiful, light, toasty” combo that even “super picky” customers can’t get enough of. “Perfect for fall through a cool rainy spring. Looks classy too.”

$17.99 at Target

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From Sex To Better Sleep, These Are The Wedge Pillows You Need

A versatile combination wedge and ramp pillow(01 of08)

The Liberator is a wedge and ramp combination pillow that, although it was created with the intention of enhancing sexual experiences, can also be used like a traditional wedge pillow in a variety of positions to support your head and back. The smaller wedge can be used beneath your knees to align your spine. According to its maker, the Liberator's ergonomic design makes it easier to explore a range of sex positions comfortably and more stably, without any kind of added strain. Available in four colors, the combo pillow has a removable and machine-washable cover that's made from a unique microfiber material that allows the wedge and ramp pillows to stick together and stay in place, even during vigorous movement (while sleeping or otherwise). (credit:Bellesa)

A memory foam-topped wedge pillow(02 of08)

One of the most popular wedge pillow options on Amazon (it's got over 11,860 five-star-ratings) is this elevated sleeping pillow made from a high-density foam core and a plush memory foam top layer to promise the ideal amount of support. It features a removable jacquard pillow case for easy cleaning and is available in a variety of height and width options, as well as styles like a pregnancy support pillow and a headboard wedge pillow. (credit:Amazon)

A headboard wedge pillow(03 of08)

That awkward gap that runs in between your mattress and headboard can become a black hole for lost phones and wayward pillows and just a general source of discomfort. This wedge pillow is designed specifically to fill that gap and help bolster your existing pillows for added neck support. Available in three colors and four bed sizes, it's made from a layer of high-density foam on the bottom and a top layer of adaptable memory foam. It also features small storage pockets on either side of the pillow, and the removable cover is machine-washable. (credit:Amazon)

A seven-in-one adjustable wedge pillow(04 of08)

Easily adjusted into several different positions with varying degrees of incline, this seven-in-one wedge pillow can meet your comfort needs and help with pain relief. Made from two layers of visco-elastic memory foam and two inches of a gel memory foam topping, this pillow can be used to support your legs, recline in bed or sleep comfortably in an elevated position. It also has a breathable bamboo cover that's removable and machine-washable. (credit:Amazon)

An cushy wedge pillow for legs(05 of08)

This eight-inch leg pillow is designed to relieve hip and lower back pain and may also reduce leg and foot swelling through elevation, and it can also be used to keep your head and neck lifted. It's constructed of a soft and plush memory foam and comes with a breathable cover that's easily removable and machine-washable. (credit:Amazon)

A four-piece orthopedic pillow set(06 of08)

This reclining pillow set made from adaptive memory foam can be adjusted to two different heights and comes with two different headrests that securely attach to the upper or lower part of the pillow using Velcro straps. (credit:Amazon)

A gel memory foam pillow(07 of08)

Available in either an eight-inch or 10-inch height, this wedge cushion features a top layer of therapeutic gel memory foam that can help disperse heat and keep you cool while you sleep. It's angled at an ergonomic 30-degree incline and comes with a removable and machine-washable cover. (credit:Amazon)

A cushy wedge pillow that can be easily adjusted(08 of08)

With an ingenious folding design, this memory foam pillow can be positioned in a variety of ways to help ease physical discomfort. It features a machine-washable cover and comes in an elevation of up to 12 inches. (credit:Amazon)

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