Lighting the Way | Coast Candle Company Joins Main Street Collective

Lighting the Way | Coastal Candle Company Joins Main Street Collective

The Mississippi Gulf Coast is known for its warm hospitality, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local businesses that embody the spirit of community. Among those shining stars is Coastal Candle Company, a Gulfport-based business founded by Christy Lott, whose passion for craftsmanship, storytelling, and coastal living has transformed a simple hobby into a flourishing brand. Today, we are thrilled to announce that Coastal Candle Company is officially joining the Main Street Collective family, Mississippi’s fastest-growing marketplace for artisans, makers, and Mississippi-made products.

This announcement isn’t just about adding another vendor to our shelves. It’s about celebrating the intersection of story, scent, and community. Each Coastal Candle creation carries a narrative, inspired by the people, places, and traditions of the Gulf Coast. As Christy herself has shared, “Each candle had its own narrative, inspired by the people and places that surrounded me in life.” That narrative is one we’re proud to share with customers across Mississippi and beyond.

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From Flickering Flame to Flourishing Business

Like many great ventures, Coastal Candle Company began as a hobby, a creative outlet for Christy in her Gulfport home. She recalls, “Each flickering flame sparked joy and tranquility,” a spark that grew into something much greater. What started as personal enjoyment quickly gained recognition among friends and family, who encouraged Christy to pursue her craft more seriously.

With her background in business management and marketing, Christy had the skills to turn her passion into a sustainable business. But more importantly, she had a vision: not just to sell candles, but to create an entire line of home fragrance products designed to elevate everyday living. This vision gave birth to Coastal Candle Company LLC, a brand rooted in quality, artistry, and the Gulf Coast lifestyle.

Over time, Coastal Candle Company grew beyond candles to include freshies (scented car and room fresheners), handcrafted bar soaps, and home fragrance sprays. Every product is made with care, using premium wax blends, skin-safe oils, and eco-friendly packaging, proof that sustainability and craftsmanship can work hand-in-hand.

A Fragrant Embodiment of the Gulf Coast

At the heart of Coastal Candle Company is a deep connection to place. Christy describes her products as “a fragrant embodiment of the Gulf Coast spirit.” From the breezy scents of sea air to warm, inviting blends that evoke memories of Southern hospitality, each product is thoughtfully designed to capture a moment in time and a sense of belonging.

This attention to storytelling sets Coastal Candle apart. A candle, in Christy’s hands, is not just wax and wick. It’s an experience, one that transports the user to sandy shores, bustling main streets, or cherished family gatherings. Customers don’t just buy a candle; they bring home a piece of the Gulf Coast.

Even the company’s signature candle care tips, like trimming the wick to a quarter inch before lighting and allowing the melt pool to reach the edges, reflect a commitment to maximizing not just product quality, but customer enjoyment. Similarly, Coastal Candle’s freshies are designed with care, providing long-lasting fragrance for cars, closets, and small spaces when hung properly. These thoughtful touches are what make the brand memorable.

The Candle Bar Experience

While many people know Coastal Candle Company for its retail products, those lucky enough to visit their events or pop-ups may have experienced something even more unique: the Candle Bar.

At the Candle Bar, customers can browse over 100 pure fragrance oils, blend their own custom scent, and hand-pour a candle of their own design. It’s not just shopping; it’s an immersive, sensory experience that allows customers to connect with the artistry behind the product. As one Facebook post highlighted: “Patience is part of the craft, every candle is worth the wait.” The Candle Bar invites customers to step into that craft, to slow down, and to savor the process of creation.

This experiential approach reflects Christy’s broader philosophy: that candles aren’t just décor items, but meaningful expressions of memory, place, and connection.

A Vision Anchored in Community

Despite her success, Christy remains deeply rooted in her Gulfport community. She continues to make candles in her home studio, balancing entrepreneurial ambition with family life and community ties. Her long-term vision includes opening a brick-and-mortar store in Bay St. Louis, a welcoming space where locals and visitors alike can browse, connect, and experience Coastal Candle products firsthand.

“This vision is not just about business; it is about giving back to the community that has nurtured my dreams,” Christy explained in a recent interview. It’s this sense of reciprocity, of building something not just for profit but for people, that makes Coastal Candle Company a perfect fit for Main Street Collective.

About Main Street Collective

At Main Street Collective, our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide a platform for Mississippi’s artisans, craftsmen, and makers to showcase their work and connect with customers who value authenticity, quality, and local pride. As Mississippi’s fastest-growing marketplace for Mississippi-made products, Main Street Collective celebrates the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit that thrive across our state.

We believe that shopping should be more than a transaction, it should be a way to invest in communities, preserve traditions, and celebrate culture. By bringing together talented makers like Christy Lott and Coastal Candle Company, we create a marketplace that shines with stories, craft, and connection.

Why Coastal Candle Company Belongs at Main Street Collective

The partnership between Coastal Candle Company and Main Street Collective feels natural. Both brands share a commitment to authenticity, storytelling, and celebrating Mississippi culture. Coastal Candle’s dedication to high-quality, handcrafted products aligns seamlessly with our mission of showcasing the best Mississippi has to offer.

When customers purchase a Coastal Candle product through Main Street Collective, they aren’t just buying a candle or a bar of soap. They are supporting a Gulfport entrepreneur, investing in sustainable craftsmanship, and bringing a piece of Mississippi’s Gulf Coast into their homes.

Lighting the Way Forward

As Coastal Candle Company joins Main Street Collective, we invite you to discover the scents, stories, and spirit that make this brand so special. From hand-poured candles to custom Candle Bar experiences, each product reflects Christy’s unwavering dedication to quality and community.

We couldn’t be prouder to share their story, and we can’t wait for you to experience it yourself. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, a signature home fragrance, or simply a way to bring the Gulf Coast closer, Coastal Candle Company has something for you.

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Let’s give a warm welcome to Coastal Candle Company, the newest light in the Main Street Collective family.