Fat Mascara Scents and the Soft Life with Sir Candle Man
Apr 18, 2025
Kudzi Chikumbu, aka Sir Candleman, is a fragrance and candle expert known for his engaging content on Instagram and TikTok. He shares his journey from candle novice to connoisseur. Listeners will discover the allure of an $8 candle he can't resist and the importance of wick-trimming. Kudzi reveals the best-smelling hotel he's experienced and discusses why he avoids having a signature scent. Plus, he gets candid about his favorite candles from Bath & Body Works and a luxurious Loewe option worth splurging on.
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Sir Candleman Is His True Self
- Kudzi's Sir Candleman persona is an amplified version of himself, not a character.
- This alter ego helps him express his passion for fragrance more fully.
Kudzi's Fragrance Spark in Paris
- Kudzi's passion for fragrance began in Paris after smelling a candle inspired by Francis Kirkjian's apartment.
- He created his Instagram account Sir Candleman, which quickly gained traction and launched his fragrance journey.
Soft Life Means Slow Living
- The "soft life" concept means slowing down and embracing ease, originating from Southern and Western Africa.
- Candles symbolize this slowdown because they require patience to light and enjoy fully.