Bright Black.

2020 Chapel Hill Rd
Durham, NC 27707
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Bright Black candles "pay tribute to Black greatness one beautifully crafted candle at a time." Intended to "change narratives and enlighten the world," these candles' scents are intended to get you talking about the complexities of identity, rich Black history and community. Developed by Tiffany M. Griffin, PhD, with her husband Dariel, the Durham scent contains hints of tobacco, cotton and whiskey, each from local, treasured sources. It's carefully cultivated to pay homage to Durham's grit, authenticity and soul.

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Amanda Spak Masten
Sep 2, 2025 5

Bright Black. has some of the most amazing candles! They have a wonderful range of scents, which makes it easy to find something you like! The candles make the whole house smell fantastic. They are also perfect for client gifts - either a full-size candle or a scent discovery set to get them started. If you are local, shopping online and picking up is easy. Plus, they are constantly supporting the community - I'm currently burning the Pauli candle in support of the Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice. Tiffany is also a wonderful person and we are lucky to have her in Durham!

E. Pat
Aug 30, 2025 5

I had the most wonderful birthday experience at Bright Black in Durham! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed into a warm, creative, and inspiring space. The perfume-making class was not only fun but also deeply engaging. The instructors guided us through the art and science of fragrance in a way that felt both approachable and meaningful, blending culture, storytelling, and creativity into every step. I loved being able to explore different scent notes, experiment with combinations, and ultimately create a fragrance that felt personal and unique. What stood out most was the intentionality behind the class — it wasn’t just about making perfume, but about connecting scent with memory, identity, and artistry. The space itself is beautiful, thoughtfully curated, and filled with good energy. I walked away with not only my own custom perfume but also a deeper appreciation for the artistry behind fragrance-making. Highly recommend this experience for anyone looking for something special, creative, and memorable to do in Durham. Bright Black is truly a gem! 🌿✨

Natalie BB
Aug 28, 2025 5

I love Bright Black, and feel incredibly fortunate to live next door to Durham, NC where the store is located. From the incredible range of meaningful, beautiful candles to the experience of creating my own scents in the Bright Black store on weekends, I find owner Tiffany and the whole Bright Black team to be a local treasure. I have probably bought 10 full size candles or more over the past few years, and will continue to add new candles to my growing collection. Thank you for doing what you do, Bright Black! Grateful you exist, especially in this fraught time.

Teuta Towler
Aug 9, 2025 5

Cy'Asia W
Jul 29, 2025 5

This was truly an incredible experience. I went there with my family this past weekend to create our own scents. We had such a wonderful time, Khayla was extremely helpful and super patient with us. She gave us the backstory on how the business started and how each oil scent and candle scent has a story. The vibe was amazing, the music matched the mood. I look forward to going again, creating new scents and purchasing candles. If you love candles, body oils and a good vibe I’d suggest trying this experience.

Rendon Foy (Rendon)
Jun 19, 2025 5

I finally made it over to Bright Black yesterday, and the store and products are even more lovely in person than online. I'm not the most well-versed in navigating scents, and the salesperson was quite helpful in describing the inspirations and notes of different candles. The collaborations with other local businesses, particularly Earthseed, were my favorite! I'd stopped to pick up the Pauli Murray candle, and it is flying off the shelves -- they went the extra mile to label a couple more while I was there rather than having me come back later. The real test was taking these home to my much more scent-oriented family. Yall, the fact my spouse is happy to light these in the house is the most glowing review I could write about any candle. Trust me. Fortunately, the store also includes instructions on how to burn a candle properly for people who somehow leave candles smelling like burnt smoke (me).

Shakeyla R
Apr 1, 2025 5

I visited Bright Black with a group of friends on their drop in day on Saturday. It was such an inviting and welcoming experience. I like fragrance or more importantly, I know what I don’t like so to be immersed in an experience with fragrance experts and not feel overwhelmed was a great time. We worked with Sacha who was very honest about our blends, gave good feedback, and was a good source of encouragement. You have the ability to create 3 different versions of your scent and choose what most feels like you. You can also save your scent for future use. I liked that added benefit. I am always curious as to how brands like these manage to keep their momentum as it sometimes feels like something you do once but I would definitely come again to create other products. They offer candles too as well as you can purchase premade scents. Definitely a must visit for a date night, girls night out, or just a relaxing end to a stressful day!

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