LA Originals Candles

We are beyond excited to welcome 'MADE by DWC' to the shop and to our customers. MADE by Downtown Women’s Center is a social enterprise creating meaningful employment for women transitioning out of homelessness.

Created by 'Made by DWC' in Downtown Los Angeles, the DWC In collaboration with the Mayor's Fund of Los Angeles and the Mayor's Office of Economic Development, LA Original was developed to celebrate Los Angeles as the creative capital of the world.

This exclusive LA Original candles feature four unique scents that celebrate the geographic diversity and beauty of this great city:

• City Lights: Take your candle journey to the stage with this mosaic of patchouli, oak harvest tobacco, and wild flowers.
• Desert Bloom: This palette of wildflowers, lavender, and musk is reminiscent of your favorite desert day trip during a late spring super bloom.
• Coastal Breath: Tickle your nose with the essence of the salted ocean dew and soft floral hints of Jasmine.
• Canyon Sage: Experience the calming fragrance of desert cactus flowers and sage nestled in warm hints of citrus.

Made with Plant Based Coconut Soy Wax

*Not sold as a set

This product provides more than 1 hour of job training to women transitioning out of homelessness in Los Angeles

Through paid work, hands-on training, and skill-building workshops, women gain the experience and support needed to move toward long-term employment. MADE includes three businesses—our Home & Gift Collection, Resale Boutique, and Café - each offering experience in production, inventory, retail, and customer service within a supportive environment.