Posted by Jacqueline Greer on May 29th 2025
90s Men: A Candle That Smells Like Your First Crush
If you ever swooned over a denim-clad R&B singer crooning on BET’s Midnight Love, or crushed hard on the smooth-talking heartthrob in your favorite 90s sitcom, this one’s for you. Meet “90s Men”, one of our signature candles that pays homage to the unforgettable era of fade haircuts, silk shirts, and slow jams that made you feel seen, loved, and grown.
The Vibe
The “90s Men” candle captures the essence of what it felt like to be in a room with a man who smelled like confidence, charm, and cocoa butter. This scent is layered, complex, and fine—just like that one high school crush or the R&B king who lived rent-free on your wall (and in your CD player). It’s all suede jackets, quiet storm energy, and a side of deep conversation.
The Scent
Fragrance Profile: An alluring blend of valencia orange, lily, shea butter, coconut cream, raw honey, vanilla, orchid, and sandalwood
It’s masculine but tender. Sophisticated but familiar. Like a hug that turns into a memory.
The Inspiration
“90s Men” was born from a deep love for Black pop culture in its golden era. We’re talking The Fresh Prince, New Jack City, Love Jones, and Boyz II Men. It’s for the folks who remember paging someone, listening to Jodeci on the porch, or getting butterflies when your crush walked into homeroom smelling like heaven.
This candle is our tribute to that kind of fine—that soulful, head-turning kind of man who knew how to iron his jeans and made you want to write your name with his last name just for fun.
How to Burn It
Light this candle when you’re cleaning the house with 90s R&B on full blast. Or when you're winding down with a glass of wine and a good throwback playlist. Burn it when you're getting ready for date night—or even when you just want to feel like you’re somebody’s whole mood.
Because Scent is a Time Machine
At A Hot Mess Candle Co., we believe scent should take you somewhere. With “90s Men,” we wanted to bottle a feeling—a time when love songs hit different, and masculinity had rhythm. Whether you're burning it for the memories or making new ones, this candle is more than a vibe—it’s a moment.
So go ahead, indulge in the nostalgia. Let “90s Men” remind you of a time when slow dancing in the dark was an Olympic sport and love letters were sealed with a spritz of cologne.