Dan Arps x Deadly Ponies

20 years

Introducing our debut candles:
Deadly and Ponies.

This year, Deadly Ponies turns 20, and to mark the milestone, we’ve ventured into an entirely new realm: scent.

Our debut candles, Deadly and Ponies, extend our journey beyond leather and into the home. Hand-poured in natural soy wax, each limited-edition candle is housed in a custom ceramic vessel designed by acclaimed New Zealand artist Dan Arps. Known for his sculptural practice, Arps brings tactility, artistry, and a sense of the unexpected to the collaboration.

Deadly appears in reflective metallic silver, while Ponies is presented in soft muted pink, a striking duo that embodies the dual spirit of Deadly Ponies.

“Twenty years felt like the perfect moment to explore scent as part of the Deadly Ponies world,” says Founder and Creative Director Liam Bowden.

“Much like leather, candles engage the senses through touch, sight, and smell, and the vessels themselves are designed to be treasured long after the wax has burned away.”

Deadly is moody and grounded, combining resinous rockrose, smoky oud, and earthy patchouli. Its rich, lingering aroma recalls the oak interiors of our stores and the distinct leather textures that have defined our brand for two decades.

Ponies, in contrast, is playful and luminous: bright bergamot and wild geranium open the scent, while soft tonka bean, native pāhautea, and glowing amber bring warmth and depth, evoking blooming flowers, sunlit leather, and the ease of summer.