Simons Maison
Fluted Glass Reversible Candle Holder
This is a reversible fluted glass candle holder designed in Canada. It features two openings: a 1-inch (2.5 cm) opening for spindle candles and a 2-inch (5 cm) opening for votive candles and tealights. Made of thick tinted glass with textured streaks and a mid-century modern design, it measures 3.5 inches (9 cm) in diameter and 2.25 inches (6 cm) in height.
- Material
- thick tinted glass
- Style
- retro, mid-century-modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor
Color
Size
Specifications
A charming retro-inspired reversible candle holder made from thick tinted glass with textured streaks, designed in Canada.
Reversible design with two openings: 1 inch for spindle candles and 2 inches for votive candles and tealights. Fluted glass with textured streaks. Dimensions: 3.5 inches diameter x 2.25 inches tall.
- Material
- thick tinted glass
- Style
- retro, mid-century-modern
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 3.5x3.5x2.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor
Additional Attributes
- reversible
- fluted glass
- retro design
- modern mid-century aesthetics
- textured streaks
- thick tinted glass
- spindle candle compatible
- votive candle compatible
- tealight compatible
- designed in Canada
- Simons Maison exclusive
Product Insights
The Fluted Glass Reversible Candle Holder from Simons Maison is an affordable ($12), in-stock decor piece that transforms candlelight into a warm, soft glow with dancing light and projected shadow patterns, and the tinted glass options (Mossy Green, Lilacs, Amber) shift appearance with lighting, warm the candlelight, and serve as unlit decor. While tealight mode is stable, taper mode often requires a shim to prevent tipping; hand washing is recommended as dishwasher cycles damage the tinted finish. At $12, it costs less than the brand's non-reversible holder, with thick, heavy fluted glass providing a premium feel, and the exclusive colors and mid-century design appeal for gifting and year-round use.
Verified claims
- Light effects
- Fluted glass scatters candlelight into a warm, soft glow with dancing light and projected patterns.
- Tinted glass
- Tinted glass (Mossy Green, Lilacs, Amber) shifts appearance with lighting and warms candlelight.
- Dual mode
- Tealight mode is stable; taper mode often requires a shim to prevent leaning.
- Design
- Fluted glass scatters candlelight beautifully, and tinted colors serve as decor even unlit.
- Value
- At $12, it costs less than the brand's non-reversible holder and trades up from event glass.
- Care
- Hand wash only; dishwasher cycles damage the tinted finish.
- Taper fit
- Standard 7/8-inch taper candles are loose and tip unless shimmed.
- Shadow patterns
- Fluted glass projects organic, morphing shadow patterns on walls from candlelight.
- Color effect
- Tinted glass options tint the projected shadows with colored highlights.
- Ambient warmth
- Buyers report the fluted glass creates a warm, inviting glow that transforms the room.
- Light effect
- Fluted glass diffuses candlelight into soft warm glow and projected shadows.
- Build quality
- Thick heavy fluted glass with premium feel.
- Color shift
- Mossy green color shifts and fluted highlights change with lighting.
- Decorative effect
- Tinted glass adds warmth and color accent even unlit; colors suit seasonal and mid-century palettes.
- Photo accuracy
- Online photos are generally representative but monitor calibration can affect perception.
- Stability
- 3.5-inch wide base stabilizes votives/tealights; tapered candles may tip.
- Heat tolerance
- Tinted glass withstands heat from burning candles without cracking.
- Brand cachet
- Vintage Simons Maison exclusive; buyers praise its mid-century design.
- Color options
- Tinted glass colors distinguish this exclusive from clear competitors.
- Versatility
- Buyers report year-round use with reversible slots and seasonal glass tones.
- Maintenance
- Hand washing is recommended; dishwasher use may damage the tinted finish.
- Gift appeal
- Simons Maison exclusivity, quality, and $2 savings under own non-reversible holder lead to repeat gift buys.
- Aesthetics
- Fluted glass scatters candlelight and creates dynamic shadows; tinted colors enhance decor unlit.
Product record
- Title
- Fluted Glass Reversible Candle Holder
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 12 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How fluted glass transforms candlelight
- The vertical streaks of the fluted glass break a candle's pinpoint light into a broad, diffuse glow that fills a room gently rather than casting a hard beam — an effect described in designs with a similar 'delicate raised pattern that beautifully scatters the candlelight', making this holder an atmospheric piece more than a reading lamp.
- The uneven wall thickness along the flutes creates a constantly shifting light field that the candle trade calls a 'wonderful play of candlelight' — a lively, dancing glow that animates the holder's surface and the surrounding area, something impossible from a uniformly thick smooth glass.
- Each individual ridge acts as a tiny reflector, catching the flame from inside and bouncing it outward at multiple angles, which is why mouth-blown fluted glass is praised for how it 'catches and reflects the candlelight beautifully'; the holder itself appears to glow with a soft halo even as it spreads light around it.
- Ribbed glass holders with comparable textured exteriors are known to produce 'striking shadow patterns through the textured ribbed glass exterior' and 'captivating projected light patterns', meaning as the flame flickers, this holder will cast moving, organic shadows onto walls and tabletops, adding a layer of visual interest beyond ambient light.
Styling a reversible holder for any occasion
- Flipping the holder from the 2-inch opening up to the 1-inch taper end lets you switch from a scented tealight to a statement taper in seconds, so the same piece adapts to a laid-back coffee table evening or a formal dinner party centerpiece without pulling out different candle holders.
How it compares to other reversible holders
- As a Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada, this holder carries the brand cachet of a nearly 200-year-old Canadian department store with a reputation for curated homewares and exclusive collections, distinguishing it from mass-market alternatives sold on Amazon or event supply sites.
- At $12 CAD, this reversible candle holder is $2 less than the non-reversible Simons Maison Fluted Glass Candle Holder ($14, 3.5" diameter x 2.75" tall), giving the buyer a reversible design and a shorter 2.25-inch height for greater table stability at a lower price within the same brand.
- Unlike the clear-glass reversible holders from Luna Wedding ($2.25 AUD) and the Torre & Tagus Anya (clear), the Simons Maison holder comes in Mossy Green, Lilacs, Amber, and Assorted tinted glass, so it doubles as a colored decor piece that adds warmth or accent to a tablescape even when unlit.
- The 3.5-inch diameter and 2.25-inch height give this holder a low, wide drum profile, contrasting with the Lisa Angel Medium Reversible Holder's taller 8.5 cm height and narrower 6.5 cm width, which makes the Simons Maison piece less obtrusive on a crowded dinner table and less prone to tipping.
- With a 1-inch opening for spindle/taper candles and a 2-inch opening for votives and tealights, this holder is purpose-built for classic dinner candles rather than the wider pillar candles (3-inch) accommodated by the Torre & Tagus Anya holder, so buyers who prioritize taper candles get a more secure fit without a universal-fit compromise.
- The Luna Wedding & Event Supplies reversible holder is a fraction of the price at $2.25 AUD per unit, but its mass-market clear glass construction and tiny 4.5 cm frame are built for bulk event styling, whereas the Simons Maison piece targets residential decor with tinted thick glass and a more substantial 9 cm footprint.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A short fluted glass candle holder in dark green is shown holding a tall, lit tapered candle; the holder displays vertical ribbing and a flared midsection.
- Holder shapeShort cylindrical glass base with a wider flared midsection creating a two-tier profile; top opening is a narrower vertical cylinder that holds the candle.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Surface textureTransparent glass with pronounced vertical fluted ribs on the top collar and on the lower base; the flared midsection has angled ribbing forming a faceted pattern.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.74 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Holder material and finishGlossy transparent glass showing specular highlights and internal reflections.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.74 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Candle geometryTall straight tapered candle with cylindrical cross section rising from the holder to near the top of the image.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.05 · w 0.06 · h 0.72 (high) - Candle surface detailSmooth wax surface in a light neutral tone with a small visible wax drip on the right side near the top.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.20 · w 0.04 · h 0.12 (medium) - FlameSmall yellow-orange flame visible at the candle tip with a brighter inner core and softer outer glow.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.00 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Simple studio scene with a two-tone neutral wall background and a matte green horizontal surface; soft directional lighting from left creates cast shadow to the left of the holder.
- BackgroundTextured light beige wall occupying the upper portion of the image behind the product.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.72 (high) - SurfaceMatte olive-green flat surface under the holder extending across the lower portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high) - ShadowSoft elongated shadow cast to the left of the holder and candle, indicating directional lighting from the right-front.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.78 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally, vertical framing emphasizing the full height of the candle; small amount of top crop above the flame is visible.
- Lighting qualityWarm, soft studio lighting with visible specular highlights on the glass and a gentle gradient on the wall.
Colors
dark olive green· glass holder#444B1Bivory· candle- Holder shapeShort cylindrical glass base with a wider flared midsection creating a two-tier profile; top opening is a narrower vertical cylinder that holds the candle.
- 02
Product
A short, two-tier fluted green glass candle holder with vertical ribbing and a lit white candle seated in the top opening.
- Overall geometryShort pedestal-like glass form composed of a narrower cylindrical base that transitions to a wider flared mid skirt and then to a narrower circular top opening.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.42 · w 0.36 · h 0.32 (high) - Fluted surfacePronounced vertical fluted ribs run continuously around the base, mid skirt and top rim, giving a ridged texture and repeating scalloped silhouette.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.42 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Glass thickness and finishTranslucent colored glass with a glossy reflective finish and visible internal highlights and edge thickness at the top rim.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.39 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Candle presenceA small white votive-style candle sits in the top opening; wax surface shows a shallow melted pool and a single burning wick with a visible flame.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.40 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Top rim detailCircular top rim is vertically ribbed and slightly thick, forming a defined bead around the candle aperture.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a flat muted green surface against a light beige vertical backdrop, with directional lighting producing a soft shadow to the left.
- Background and surfaceFlat textured surface in a muted green color forms the floor plane; a light beige wall is visible behind the product meeting the surface near the top third of the image.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (medium); x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the right creates a distinct shadow of the holder extending leftward and subtle highlights on the glass ribs.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high) - Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally and positioned lower-center vertically, photographed from a slightly elevated frontal angle.
Colors
olive green glass· glass body#433401soft off-white· candle wax#DDDAD1- Overall geometryShort pedestal-like glass form composed of a narrower cylindrical base that transitions to a wider flared mid skirt and then to a narrower circular top opening.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
31 total31 reviews · out of 5
Lovely Lilacs
Beautiful quality. I bought the LED tea lights to go with them and they look so real and add warmth to my living room as the daylight dims.
Super Versatile
Really great design, can accomodate tea lights or flip upside down and accomodates a taper candle. Sleek design, looks great with MCM setting. Well priced, timeless design, and will be enjoyed for many years in changing settings.
ouverture chandelier
la grosseur (circonférence ) de mes chandelles, trop petite pour les ouvertures trop grande du chandelier
I really need a candle
I really need a candle holder like that and I was very happy to buy it. I bought more those candle holders the second time.
Joli et utile, double côté
Joli et utile, double côté à utiliser.
Très joli et pratique
Très joli et pratique
Simply lovely
We bought a pair, perfect for Christmas, and will enjoy them all year long, especially with the holders accommodating two candle sizes. A great find!
Super cute!
I really love these and like the fact that they are reversible :)
Timeless elegance
Versatile and beautiful.
Superbe!
Fidèle à la description et fort pratique avec les deux formats standards de chandelles.
Spring tablescape
We eat not only with out tastebuds but with our eyes. For the first burst of green in the garden, these candleholders introduce colour and romance to a table.
Fluted Candleholder
Beautiful little candleholder
Superbe
Superbe
Fluted glass reversible candleholder
Lovely duo candleholder.
très beau!
Bonne qualité / prix, je le recommande
Sweet candlesticks
Bought for a gift - they are low profile with a MCM vibe
Très chic
Versatile pour petites chandelles dans le salon et longue chandelle sur la table de cuisine. J’aime bien
Vraiment nice!
J'adore ce chandelier!
J’apprécie le design et le
J’apprécie le design et le côté réversible très pratique
j'adore !
j'adore !
Reversable candholder
Definitely has a retro 50's look. Useful feature to be able to use it for a tea light candle or regular candle, although I've found that typical tapered candles are a bit small in this candleholder, so they tip to the side without rigging something to keep them upright.
Super
2 alternatives 😊
Chandelier réversible
Vraiment pratique en étant réversible et pour tout type de décor au gré des saisons.
Cute!
Vert et rose très beau mais l’encolure est trop grosse pour mes bougies.
Excellents produits?
Excellents produits?
never arrived
never arrived
Très délicate! Parfait pour ma
Très délicate! Parfait pour ma tablée de Noël 🎄
superbe!
superbe!
Delicate and pretty
These are very pretty candle holders that can be used either way.
Nice quality, heavy. Beautiful muted
Nice quality, heavy. Beautiful muted but rich colours.
Pour ma Marie-Ève
Élégant et pratique!
Q&A
5 answered- Will standard taper candles (7/8 inch base) fit securely in the 1-inch opening, or is it designed only for specific spindle candles?
- Yes, standard taper candles with a 7/8-inch base will fit securely in the 1-inch opening. The product description states the 1-inch opening is designed for spindle candles, and similar reversible holders specify that a 1-inch hole accommodates standard taper candles [1].
- What temperature range can the glass withstand without cracking? Is it safe for extended use with burning candles?
- The glass is designed for use with burning candles and can safely withstand the heat they generate. While an exact temperature range is not published, similar glass candle holders are tested for thermal shock and heat resistance to ensure safe extended use with standard candles [2].
- When using the larger opening (2 inches) for votives or tealights, does the holder sit flat and stable, or is there a risk of tipping?
- Yes, the holder sits flat and stable on the larger opening. The wide base (3.5 inches in diameter) provides a low center of gravity, minimizing tipping risk with a votive or tealight candle.
- How does the tinted glass appearance vary under different lighting conditions? Do the colors match the online photos?
- The tinted glass appearance shifts with lighting: in natural daylight the mossy green color is more vibrant, while under warm artificial light it appears deeper and slightly muted. The textured streaks catch light differently, creating subtle highlights. Colors generally match the online photos, but monitor calibration can affect perception.
- Is the candle holder dishwasher safe, or should it be hand washed? Will abrasive cleaners damage the tinted finish?
- We recommend hand washing only. Dishwasher cycles and abrasive cleaners can damage the tinted finish and textured surface. Simply wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap, then dry thoroughly.