By Richard Salas, Editorial Intern | West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Ladie Lex Scented Candles specializes in crafting high-quality candles that promote self-care while adding a touch of relaxation, elegance, and warmth to any space. Located in the heart of Des Moines, IA, this luxury candle shop is a hidden gem that is tracking to be the best new worldwide brand for candle lovers everywhere.
At Ladie Lex, the candles are hand-poured with care and attention to detail. The shop’s owner, Kourtney Perry, is passionate about creating unique scents that will become a part of your relaxation habits for better well-being. The designs are a simple pleasure of life that captures the essence of nature and the changing seasons. Each candle is made from 100% natural soy wax and features lead-free cotton wicks, ensuring a clean and long-lasting burn.
This brand has a mission to create, manufacture, and share the best aromatherapy products for everyone to strive to be better in their health, wellness, and natural being. The value of giving every customer and client the best service to build long-term relationships. Kourtney is also dedicated to sourcing her materials as much as possible from local suppliers, reducing the shop’s carbon footprint, and supporting the community. The recycling program is in place to allow customers to return the jars and lids to be reused. You can also bring back other candle jars for a discount off your next purchase.Â
Kourtney has been able to give back to the community by helping combat the mental health issues affecting the community by providing her famous self-care baskets that include products from her candle collection as well as other local small businesses. She has supported local events such as the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals presented by Drake University, the Tango Gala at The Tea Room presented by Children’s & Families of Iowa, and the Workforce Health Symposium presented by the American Heart Association to name a few. The candle workshops that she provides are used in student programs to aid in the understanding of STEM. As well as the entrepreneurship speaking, she provides after-school programs with Sisters for Success.Â
Ladie Lex Scented Candles’ collection of candles is impressive, with a wide range of scents that appeal to different moods. From the soothing white lavender and sage scent of “Sacred Sage” to the invigorating pink lemonade and chardonnay aroma of “Champagne,” there is a candle for every occasion. The candles come in different sizes and shapes, including pillar candles, lotions, wax melts, and room sprays. The company also offers subscription boxes, allowing customers to choose the perfect scent for their needs to be delivered to their door every month. With their elegant designs and soothing scents, they create a warm and inviting ambiance, perfect for relaxing evenings or special occasions.
In addition to its regular collection, Ladie Lex Candle Shop also offers candle-making workshops. Customers can choose their preferred scent, color, and packaging to create a personalized candle that makes an excellent gift or a unique addition to their own home. The workshops are great for a night out with friends, a bachelorette party, or corporate team-building skills. You get to create your own candle and take it home the same day.Â
Ladie Lex is a delightful small business that offers high-quality candles with unique scents and elegant designs. Their commitment to sustainability and local sourcing sets them apart, making them an excellent choice for conscious consumers. Whether you’re looking for a soothing lavender scent, a woodsy aroma, or a refreshing citrus spray, Ladie Lex Scented Candles shop has a product for every occasion.
It’s essential to support local diverse businesses nationwide. We are lucky to have Ladie Lex Scented Candles right here in the heart of Des Moines. By supporting this company and many other businesses, we can help to break down systemic barriers. It’s not just about buying a product; it’s about investing in the community, promoting equity, and creating a more just society for all.
Ladie Lex Scented Candles is located at 3019 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, Iowa. Click here to visit their website.