Description Illuminations wants to shine some light on the subject. Founded in 1996, the company is a candle distributor and retailer. In addition to candles (scented/unscented pillars, votives, tapers, floating candles), the firm makes candleholders, mirrors, picture frames, tabletop decorations, and accent furniture. Illuminations' products are sold through some 15 of its own stores nationwide, as well as through its catalog and Web site. Yankee Candle acquired the company in 2006.