Yes candles can be used for decorative purposes, but they are meant to be lit. Since many people don’t light candles on a daily basis because of their schedules, the wax sticks collect dust. If you want to display your antique candle holders but dislike the look of candles simply sitting, leave them out. You can achieve an elegant and unique look by grouping your holders linear or in clusters, sans the candles. Opting to leave the actual candles out of your design eliminates the stress of matching the candle color with your interiors. It also makes it easier to move the holders from room to room without the hassle of changing the candles repeatedly. We think the look is better displayed than imagined, are you ready to toss out your candle sticks?Images from houzz