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1974

Apothecary Jar launched

Mike Kittredge has the very big idea of adding fragrance to apothecary jar candles.

1980's

Country Kitchen label

Yankee branding and 'Country Kitchen' style label is in use creating a traditional Americana brand image.

1995

Photo label introduced

Branded Housewarmer® jars are introduced with labels featuring true-to-life photography. The candles are promoted as consumable giftware.

2006

Photo label refined

Yankee Candle® replaces Yankee/Housewarmer®. Stripes are replaced with gold borders and accents. Tumblers and pillars are also introduced.

2016

Vertical photo label

Launched for the US market. Updated Yankee Candle® logo introduced in the US.

2019

Refreshed photo label

Updated to the European Yankee Candle® labels and packaging to modernise the brand.

2021

Signature Jars

Beautiful designs and hand-illustrated labels make a perfect décor statement.

2026

New Signature Jars

Discover Yankee Candle® with a refined wax blend and high-quality ingredients, including essential oils. Crafted to deliver a consistent, room-filling fragrance that lasts beautifully from first burn to last.

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