One of the things I love most about the home fragrance industry is its innovation—there’s always something new popping up that a brilliant mind in the luxury fragrance scene dreamed up. How amazing is that?! And that’s just what happened with the latest trend of scenting events. What, you ask, is a scenting event? It simply means an event in which home fragrance is used in some form to help set the perfect atmosphere. As I’ve mentioned before, fragrance has…
While candles are a great way to add color and personality to a room, their aromatic properties can additionally have a huge effect on your mood. Did you know, for example, that using a light calming scent like lavender and vanilla in your office, while relaxing, can actually decrease your work productivity? Or that burning food-scented candles in your dining room can distract your palate while eating? Using the principles of aromatherapy, the practice of enhancing one’s physical and emotional…
Makassar Ebony & Peach Wax Type: Coconut wax blend Burn Time: 45 hours Throw: Strong Notes: Black ebony wood combined with ripe peaches and apple blossoms. Room Recommendation: Bedroom and living room There is just something so sexy about this candle—I think it’s the combination of the dark packaging and the sensual notes of black ebony wood. When you walk into the room, the first note that hits you is that of ripe peaches, followed by the scent of ebony perfectly blending…
As the snow melts away and the flowers begin to bloom, it’s time to unwrap some of my favorite spring candles. For me, springtime conjures up images of beautiful rose gardens, freshly cut fruit, and endless sunny days. My favorite spring fragrances capture these moments and embody the season’s rejuvenating aura. Here are some of the fragrances I’ll be burning all spring: Baies by Diptyque Wax Type: High quality vegetable/paraffin wax mix (60 Hours 6.5oz/184g) Notes: Roses, blackcurrant leaves Fragrance…