REPLICA By The Fireplace - Svijeća

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Smells like a bonfire if you don’t like the smoky smell this is not for you

Literally smells like sitting by the fireplace

This review is a long time coming. I have a few of these Maison Margiela Replica By The Fireplace candles - the first I received as part of a gratis package in December, 2024, and I have repurchased the candle a few times since, the most recent of which was spring 2025.  TL;DR: I really enjoy smoky, fireplace scents but am pretty picky about them - some are too intense and smoky; others not intensely smoky enough. While the perfume version of By the Fireplace is too much for me, this candle hits all the right notes, and literally gives you that war, comfy and cozy feeling of sitting by the fireplace. WHAT I LIKE: * Scent: Warm, comfy & cozy fireplace feel - the slightly sweet, woodsy and smokey notes all work together beautifully and really give the feel of being in front of a fireplace * The candle version of this scent is more toned down than the fragrance which was too heavy for me AREA(S) FOR IMPROVEMENT: * Would add to the fireplace feel if this candle had a wood wick, the ones that crackle when lit * Would love to see it as a refillable version FYI / OTHER THOUGHTS: * The scent on the candle is softer, less intense than the perfume * It's a lovely scent year round but it makes a really great gift for the winter season / holidays  * Highly recommend BUY, BUY, BUY 🛍️ or BYE-BYE 👋🏼?: * BUY - This candle has been and will continue to be a repeated repurchase for me 🛍️

So so good!

I wish this candle wasn’t so expensive but man it burns so well and evenly. The scent smells amazing

Perfect comforting candle for winter!

This candle has become a little tradition for us! Every winter season I repurchase it. The scent is comforting. It’s warm and sensual. It smells like you are burning some marshmallows that have been previously dipped into a delicious liquor!

Eh, not worth it

Obsessed with this fragrance and the candle does match the fragrance but it has a terrible throw. Also burns quickly. For the price, I don’t think it’s worth it.

Great throw!

EXACTLY like a Bonfire sans the “Smokey hair”! Must have candle for fall and winter! Earthy woodsy and cozy

Smells great, just like the perfume. Love it. Perfect for fall/winter.

A must in my home

I love this candle. Smells luxurious. I would keep buying over and over.

Absolutely Divine

Smells exactly like the perfume. The scent fills the room whether the candle is lit or not. And this makes a wonderful gift!

A bit overpriced and overhyped but still a decent candle overall

Not worth the price.

This candle is not worth the money. Little scent, unevenly/ quick burn and gives off soot. For the cost of this candle,i expect a much better candle.

Use a candle warmer instead of burning

this is my home favorite smell for winter and use the spray on my couch and throw pillows/blankets.. everyone loves it. Was excited to add the candle to my home decor line up and was quickly disappointed. Its very small and had almost no throw, which for this price point should not be an issue. I also had the same problem others had about it leaving the ring of wax on the outside. So I decided to put it on my candle warmer instead of burning and THAT is the winner here. It's on my desk in my office, I set it to 175° and it smells amazing. I've been cooking this same candle on and off now for a year and it's still going strong. Definitely suggest that route to get your monies worth!