Expression
Expression
Upland Collection
Journey to the
High Sierra
Equal parts rugged and breathtaking, UPLAND takes you deep into California’s High Sierra, where the landscape tells a story of natural grandeur shaped over millennia. This candle captures the essence of the high altitudes, bringing the clean, invigorating air of the mountains into your home.
Family: Woody
Pine, Juniper, Vetiver, Moss, Cedar, Earthy Notes
upland
Clarity, Breath & Elevation
When to Light
midday
reset
mental clearing
How to Begin
Light the wick slowly.
Take three expansive breaths.
let the scent lift and open the space.
Intention
clarity
breath
perspective
In the heart of California’s towering High Sierra, where the land meets the sky, nature’s strength and beauty coexist in perfect harmony. This ancient landscape, carved slowly by glaciers over millions of years, is a monument to nature’s power—a place of both quiet reflection and untamed wilderness.
The crisp mountain air carries the scent of the Jeffrey pine, its coniferous aroma sharp and refreshing. Intertwined with it is the faint, herbaceous fragrance of juniper berry, adding an unexpected depth. Beneath your feet, the crunch of pine needles and twigs releases the rich, earthy scent of the forest floor, grounding you in the rugged wilderness.
As you ascend higher, the towering conifers gradually give way to the soft sweetness of wild grasses and blooming wildflowers that border the pristine glacial lakes. The air here is charged with a kaleidoscope of fragrances—each scent distinct, yet blending effortlessly with the others.
The Upland Fragrance Collection transports you to the quiet solitude and awe-inspiring beauty of the Sierra, inviting nature's majesty into your space.
About the collection
The majesty of the High Sierra
Scent Journey
Family: Woody
Pine, Juniper, Vetiver, Moss, Cedar, Earthy Notes
Shop the collection
Illuminate your space with our new candle holder crafted from silver-plated brass, designed to embody the eternal flow of energy and light. Its sinuous curves and polished finish symbolize the unbroken cycle of renewal, reflecting the endless potential of manifestation and intention.
Accompanying the holder is Amber Sakai's Upland candle, a woody, aromatic blend of pine, juniper, and earthy forest tones that transport you to the serene wilderness of California’s High Sierra.
Upland Candle Details & Care
Wax: Soy blend
Fragrance Family: Woody
Notes: Pine, juniper, vetiver, moss, cedar, earthy tones
Burn Time: Up to 60 hours
Weight: 185g | Net wt: 6.5 oz
Crafted: Developed in Grasse, France | Poured in California
Infinite Flow Candle Holder
Material: 24K Silver plated brass
Dimensions: 3 ¾” tall, 3” in diameter
This unique collaboration between the grantLOVE Project and Amber Sakai captures the union of Artist and Maker. Crafted by artisans in Lebanon, this 24K gold-plated brass vessel features Alexandra Grant’s iconic LOVE symbol—a non-binary expression of love, a catalyst of light, and the essence of illumination in all its forms.
Accompanying the holder is Amber Sakai's Upland candle, a woody, aromatic blend of pine, juniper, and earthy forest tones that transport you to the serene wilderness of California’s High Sierra.
Giving Back
A portion of proceeds from this collaboration supports the grantLOVE Project's arts and nonprofit partners, ensuring that each purchase contributes to creative and community-based initiatives. Learn more about the grantLOVE Project.
Upland Candle Details & Care
Wax: Soy blend
Fragrance Family: Woody
Notes: Pine, juniper, vetiver, moss, cedar, earthy tones
Burn Time: Up to 60 hours
Weight: 185g | Net wt: 6.5 oz
Crafted: Developed in Grasse, France | Poured in California
The LOVE Candle Holder
Material: 24K gold-plated brass
Dimensions: 3 ¾” tall, 3” in diameter
Design: Features Alexandra Grant’s iconic LOVE symbol, crafted by artisans in Lebanon
Caring for Your Candle
Now available in
Large
This unique collaboration between the grantLOVE Project and Amber Sakai captures the union of Artist and Maker. Crafted by artisans in Lebanon, this 24K gold-plated brass vessel features Alexandra Grant’s iconic LOVE symbol—a non-binary expression of love, a catalyst of light, and the essence of illumination in all its forms.
Accompanying the holder is Amber Sakai's Upland candle, a crisp, woody blend of pine, juniper, and earthy vetiver, softened by moss and cedar, evoking the rugged beauty and invigorating air of California’s High Sierra.
Giving Back
A portion of proceeds from this collaboration supports the grantLOVE Project's arts and nonprofit partners, ensuring that each purchase contributes to creative and community-based initiatives. Learn more about the grantLOVE Project.
Details & Care
Wax: Soy blend
Fragrance Family: Woody
Notes: Pine, juniper, vetiver, moss, cedar, earthy tones
Burn Time: Up to 120 hours
Weight: 765g | Net wt: 27 oz
Crafted: Developed in Grasse, France | Poured in California