12 Candle Scents Inspired by Each Track on Taylor Swift’s Twelfth Album, “The Life of a Showgirl”
August 14, 2025
Swifties, this one’s for you. Every Taylor album is a whole universe of emotions, imagery, and vibes. And what better way to step into The Life of a Showgirl than with a candle that smells exactly like each track feels? Here’s your scent-by-scent guide to the album and yes, you can make them at all Cork & Candles scent bar locations. Do you think we got it right?
1. The Fate of Ophelia – Jasmine
Delicate yet haunting, Jasmine mirrors the poetic tragedy in this track. Its floral sweetness is tinged with a wistful air, like love stories that are beautiful even in their unraveling.
2. Elizabeth Taylor – White Diamonds
An obvious match. Glamorous, timeless, and a little bit untouchable, White Diamonds captures the elegance of Hollywood royalty and the track’s unapologetic nod to old-school stardom.
3. Opalite – Crystal Sands & Driftwood
Soft, luminous, and a touch mysterious, this scent sparkles like a gemstone under sunlight. It blends airy freshness with grounding wood, reflecting the song’s balance between ethereal beauty and inner strength.
4. Father Figure – Bourbon Vanilla
Warm, protective, and layered with complexity, Bourbon Vanilla feels like a slow pour of wisdom and care. It’s comforting, yet it carries a subtle boldness, just like the relationship explored in the track.
5. Eldest Daughter – Bergamot Tobacco
A scent with depth and quiet authority. Bergamot Tobacco combines earthy richness with a citrus lift, perfectly embodying the weight and resilience of being the one everyone counts on.
6. Ruin the Friendship – Cardamom Fig
Sweet, spicy, and daring, Cardamom Fig has that playful edge you can’t resist. It’s the scent of crossing the line and knowing there’s no going back — in the most delicious way possible.
7. Actually Romantic – Rose Bubbly
Light, sparkling, and full of joy, Rose Bubbly smells like a toast to love that’s pure and unpretentious. It’s the song you’ll play on repeat while you dance around the kitchen with someone you adore.
8. Wi$h Li$t – Crisp Champagne
Effervescent and full of sparkle, Crisp Champagne captures the energy of dreaming big and going after it all. Every note feels like popping the cork on the life you’ve been manifesting.
9. Wood – Sandalwood
Earthy, warm, and grounding, Sandalwood is the natural choice. It’s simple yet layered, evoking deep roots and quiet strength — a song and scent that stay with you long after they end.
10. CANCELLED! – Volcano
Bold, explosive, and impossible to ignore, Volcano is the fiery burn of cutting ties and moving on with power. This scent doesn’t whisper. It roars.
11. Honey – Georgia Peach
Sweet and sun-kissed, Georgia Peach is a little flirty, a little comforting, and endlessly charming. It’s a scent you want to keep close, much like the golden glow of this track.
12. The Life of a Showgirl (ft. Sabrina Carpenter) – Good Vibes Only
Bright, confident, and ready for the spotlight, Good Vibes Only radiates pure main character energy. It’s the perfect closer — a scent that fills the room and leaves everyone smiling.