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Signature After Dark - Vanilla, Fig & Honey Soy Candle
$39.95 AUD
A rich blend of vanilla, fig, and golden honey — warm, slow, and softly indulgent.
Triple scented for lasting fragrance
Clean, even 60+ hour burn
Medium, consistent scent throw
Gift-ready packaging
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Pickup available at Short Story
Usually ready in 24 hours
Description
After Dark feels like the quiet shift into evening — when the lights are low, the noise fades, and everything slows just enough to breathe.
Golden honey opens with a soft, inviting warmth, gently layered with ripe fig and subtle fruit notes that add depth without heaviness. As the fragrance settles, vanilla, tonka, and smooth musk create a rich, comforting base that lingers quietly in your space.
There’s a subtle intimacy to it — warm, grounded, and easy to sink into. The kind of scent that belongs to slow evenings, quiet moments, and the spaces in between.
Hand-poured with triple scented soy wax, this candle is designed for everyday living — a simple way to bring warmth, calm, and a sense of stillness into your home.
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Shipping
We carefully pack and dispatch every Short Story order from our Melbourne warehouse, thoughtfully prepared and ready to gift.
Orders are processed within 1–2 business days before dispatch. Delivery timeframes below are in addition to this processing time. During peak periods, new launches, and sale events, dispatch may take slightly longer. We appreciate your patience while we prepare your order with care.
Shipping Options
Standard Envelope (No Tracking): A simple delivery option for smaller items when tracking isn’t required. If you’d prefer tracking or faster delivery, we recommend upgrading to a parcel service.
Standard Parcel (Tracked): A reliable, tracked shipping option so you can follow your order every step of the way.
Express Post (Tracked & Fastest): Our fastest shipping option — ideal for time sensitive orders or last-minute gifts.
Shipping Delivery Timeframes
AUSTRALIA
| Service | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
| Envelope | 6–10 business days |
| Standard Parcel | 2–10 business days |
| Express Post | 1–5 business days |
Delivery Time Guide: Please consider all delivery timeframes as a guide only, as they may vary depending on your location and courier network conditions. You can estimate delivery to your area using your postcode at checkout.
All orders are dispatched from Melbourne, Victoria (Postcode 3175).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Delivery timeframes are calculated from the date your order is dispatched
- Express Post speeds up shipping time only (not processing time)
- Business days refer to Monday–Friday (excluding public holidays in Australia)
Shipping Rates: Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location, order size, and selected delivery method. All shipping rates include handling and packaging to ensure your order arrives safely.
Customer Pick-Up: Melbourne-based customers can select Customer Pick-Up at checkout.
- Available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
- Orders must be placed and confirmed before collection
- You will receive instructions once your order is ready
View pick-up location HERE
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.
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Dreamy
"I'm not one to purchase scented products online as I can be quite particular, but this smells like a dream! Might even consider purchasing the diffuser!"
Excellent product
"Excellent - burns beautifully and smells very good"