Offline Is the New Luxury: Meet SQUAD's Summer Candle Crush

This summer, we're making one thing official: your phone deserves a timeout.

The hottest accessory of Summer 2026 isn't a designer bag or viral bikini: it's a candle that instantly transports you to Palm Springs, even if you're still counting down the days until your girls' trip.

Enter The Palm Springs Candle by Molly Moon, the official SQUAD Summer candle and the ultimate vibe for your offline era.

Picture this: You light the wick, silence your notifications, roll out your yoga mat, and crack open that romantasy novel that's been sitting on your nightstand. Suddenly, your space smells like juicy pineapple, goji berry, tropical mango, creamy coconut, and fresh palm leaves. It's giving desert vibes, poolside daydreams, and "do not disturb" energy.

Handcrafted in small batches right here in the Coachella Valley, each candle is poured with natural soy wax, lead-free cotton wicks, and vegan, non-toxic ingredients. Even better? Every purchase helps support the Mojave Desert Land Trust, protecting the beautiful California desert we all love. So yes, your self-care moment is also giving back.

Whether you're meditating before brunch, journaling by the pool, or escaping into your latest romantasy obsession while pretending you're the heroine, this candle sets the mood. It's basically a Palm Springs girls' trip... without leaving your couch.

Ready to bring the desert home? You can shop The Palm Springs Candle by Molly Moon at Mojave Flea in Palm Springs and The Place To Be in Indio, two of SQUAD's favorite local spots for discovering the coolest finds.

This season, unplug a little longer, romanticize the ordinary, and let the scent of summer remind you that sometimes the best memories happen when you're completely offline.

About the Author

Ersilia Pompilio is the Editor in Chief of SQUAD Magazine, a Palm Springs guide for bachelorettes and ladies who love to leisure. Ersilia has over two decades of experience in performing, producing live storytelling shows, and hosting a podcast, she has also taught storytelling classes and written professionally for several media outlets. Originally from Los Angeles, Ersilia is also a twenty-year resident of Palm Springs, California.