2021 Made in Texas Gift Guide: For the Stressed-out

Self Love Candle, Kā Äs, $48

When Houston’s Larissa Schot found her confidence slipping as a model, she decided to start her own company as a way to not only pursue her dreams, but to help others follow theirs. Who doesn’t love a positive message along with a beautiful scent? The Kā Äs (pronounced “chaos”) line of luxury, hand-poured candles includes names such as “Trust Your Intuition,” “Anxiety Relief,” and “Good Things Take Time.” The sophisticated hickory-and-suede-scented “Self Love” candle features woody notes of bergamot, leather, lavender, sandalwood, and tobacco. And the thoughtful packaging includes a “Fuel Your Fire” box of matches.

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