Candles also produce heat and are pleasant for many, they can be used under sinks, for backups in case of running out of batteries and they don’t have a shelf life.
I have my blackout lighting needs met but also keep candles.
Some people may even be using this as an excuse to stock up or splurge on candles that they wanted to buy anyway.
“that they wanted to buy anyway”
Well, I do always appreciate an excuse to buy something nice..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwjoycoEQWw