The Final Stranger Things x Bath & Body Works Candle Drop Is Coming — & It’s Dark
Prepare to head to The Upside Down.
Back in March, Bath & Body Works gave fans something big to look forward to by announcing an exciting new year-long Netflix partnership — with the inaugural collection inspired by the streamer’s steamy Regency-era series, Bridgerton. (The Diamond of the Season scent = perfection.) Now that Bridgerton Season 3 has dropped, though, it’s time to shift our olfactory devotion elsewhere: a fresh collab inspired by your favorite residents of Hawkins, Indiana. Yep, a Stranger Things collection is here that’ll have you saying, “Just take my money.”
Like the Bridgerton collab, this new partnership features “one-of-a-kind products inspired by key moments, characters, and iconic landmarks from the popular Netflix show.” And much like Netflix often splits up highly anticipated new seasons of its hit shows, Bath & Body Works’ Stranger Things collab is split into two parts — and they just released details on the delightfully dark second (and final) chapter of the collaboration.
In true Stranger Things fashion, this chapter is even bigger and more jaw-dropping than the last, spanning 15 limited-edition products. The collection centers around three fragrances sure to make a perfect addition to any Halloween decor.
Chapter 2 Scents
The Upside Down
We’re headed to the dark side, baby. Inspired by the Hawkins woods with an unmistakable design that matches the Upside Down aesthetic, this candle smells of mossy stone, smoky birch trees, and eerie fog.
The Demogorgon
Don’t let the terrifying head unfurling like a flower to reveal petals lined with sharp teeth scare you away from this scent — it features notes of black orchid petals, spicy cedarwood, and dark patchouli.
Eddie’s Leather Jacket
Eddie! *Sob* With notes of black leather, soft musk, and smoked suede, this scent answers the question, “What does Eddie Munson smell like?” A wrap that features his guitar and the texture from his signature leather jacket complete the tribute.
All the Eerie Chapter 2 Accessories
What’s especially fun about this second chapter is how many immersive accessories you can now get to go with the theme.
They include a light-up vines 3-wick candle holder ($49.95), a light-up Upside Down 3-wick candle holder ($79.95), gentle foaming hand soaps ($8.95), PocketBac hand sanitizers ($1.95), a light-up Christmas lights PocketBac holder ($14.95), a Demogorgon PocketBac holder ($9.95), a sound-making cassette tape PocketBac holder ($14.95), a Demogorgon Wallflowers fragrance plug nightlight ($36.95), and Wallflowers fragrance bulbs in The Upside Down scent ($7.95).
Chapter 1 Scents
To refresh your memory, the collab’s first chapter showcased candles that blend the nostalgia of the ‘80s with the spirit of the unexpected, both of which fans of Stranger Things know well. Here are those scents.
Eleven’s Waffles
Clearly inspired by our girl Eleven’s borderline feral love for frozen waffles after being introduced to them by her boyfriend, Mike Wheeler, this candle smells of waffles (natch), maple syrup, and melted butter.
Hopper’s Coffee
If “but first, coffee” was a person, it would be Hawkins’ Chief of Police, Jim Hopper. In fact, when anyone disturbs him with urgent matters too early, his personal mantra is “Mornings are for coffee and contemplation.” So, it makes sense that his candle would feature notes of roasted coffee grounds, tonka bean, a splash of half-and-half, and perhaps a hint of sarcasm.
Steve’s Scoops
Like many American malls in the ‘80s, Starcourt Mall served as the social epicenter for Hawkins. Unfortunately for Hawkinsians, it also served as the site of a secret Russian project aiming to create a portal to an alternate dimension and pry open the town’s already-compromised fabric of reality. But at least we’ll always have the memories of Scoops Ahoy, the mall’s ice cream parlor that gave us the best friend duo we didn’t know we needed: Steve and Robin.
This sweet candle replicates the scent of velvety vanilla ice cream, golden waffle cone, and parlor sprinkles. (My personal favorite from Chapter 1!)
Argyle’s Pineapple Pizza
Season 4 of Stranger Things introduced several new characters, but arguably the most memorable and beloved was Surfer Boy Pizza’s slice-slinging stoner Argyle. This quirky candle nods to the newcomer, smelling of baked pizza dough, juicy pineapple, and fresh basil.
When & Where to Snatch ‘Em All Up
The final chapter of Bath & Body Works’ limited-edition Stranger Things candle collection officially launches in stores and online on Thursday, Aug. 22 — and they’ll likely sell out quickly, so it’s best to act fast.
The special three-wick candles will only be available while supplies last. Like all Bath & Body Works candles, they’re crafted with a proprietary wax blend, have a lead-free wick, and burn for approximately 25 - 45 hours. The candles will retail for $29.95 each.
At least this gives us something to enjoy as we wait for Season 5 to (~finally~) make its way to Netflix sometime in 2025.
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