Whether you're in a spooky little holiday mood or want to spruce up the humble abode for the seasons, Willow WaxCraft has a blend for you. This is my sixth revisit to this little gem of a candle wax shop and once again I'm absolutely smitten with my order, this round I purchased Bacchanalia, Snow Day, Ouroboros, Hell Hath No Fury and received a sample of When the Shneckon Beckon. My choice pick this time is BACCHANALIA, which is a boozy caramel pear fragrance that fills the whole room with warm sweetly spiced comfort. Even unmelted the throw is impressive. I must also compliment the charming packaging and addition of exotic candy (a delight to open and taste as my mother can attest, she's now addicted to the tea candies, haha). Ouroboros- Tart pomegranate and raspberry, earthy and creamy oatmeal stout, honey (vegan), a dark cave, and aged paper. When this house of wax lists a descriptive atmospheric note such as 'aged paper' or 'a dark cave', they mean just that and Ouroboros is a perfect example of the unique scent magic this little shop can have upon the senses as this one is a dark boozy fruit medley layered with distinct salty vanillin paper and an earthy base. This scent came in a close second of Bacchanalia to being my choice pick but in the end, the boozy pears won it for my nose. For throw, my whole bedroom and upstairs is a seductive fruit draped sanctuary and Ouroboros reminds me of a dark red laced induced fever dream I don't want to wake from or escape! Hell Hath No Fury- Burning incense, a corsage of shy violets and carnations, crushed velvet, blonde woods and whispers of smoke and iron. Inspired by 'A night never to be forgotten' and revenge, Hell Hath No Fury is one scent to melt when you are in the mood for something completely out of the box and to honour a classic horror novel and movie. To my nose, the burning florals stand out when melted but are so subdued and innocent in the wax cup. This one is a transforming beast and not for the faint of heart but excellent if you want a horror-based fragrance to unnerve guests. Bacchanalia- A festive holiday bowl of spiced Wassail, caramelized pears and bourbon spiked Chai. There is nothing like the rich scent of spiced pears during the colder months and when married to the oaky finish of aged bourbon it was not a party it was a celebration every time I opened my bedroom door. Gah, I love this Bacchanalia and wish this blend came in a perfume, it warms the spirits and creates a wonderous place in your mind allowing you to relax after a long night or day. Snow Day- Buttery gingerbread waffles, toasted chestnuts, spiced pecans, and tendrils of chimney smoke. Can you tell I wanted all the comfort smells of the season with this order? Gingerbread is a weakness of mine and here it's wafts of butter-drenched pancakes with spices, the toasted chestnuts I recognize from Christmas Tree Emporium and wisps of chimney smoke. It's delicious but can be a bit heavy on the nose with the butter and the other notes get lost. Free Sample of When the Schnecken Beckon- Sweet cinnamon rolls coated with toasted pecans and sticky caramel, served with a glass of fresh-squeezed Florida Orange Juice. The Birdcage is one of my favourite guilty pleasure films (that movie would never fly nowadays and that's what I love about it plus Robin Williams was absolutely in his element and the chemistry of all the actors was phenomenal creating a comedic timecapsule) and this little slice of wax contains the perfect homage to one of the best quotes in the film! It's sweet citrus that is sprinkled with buttery cinnamon dessert dotted with toasted pecans. A possible sibling scent of Snow Day but the butter is more subtle and the toasted nuts more noticeable in When the Schneckon Beckon. This was my third choice pick of the pack and will be a full clamshell purchase eventually. Willow WaxCraft I don't know about anyone else but I love having a vast fragrance wardrobe for myself and for my home. Enter Willow WaxCraft which has become my go-to for one-of-a-kind candle melts that transform my humble abode into scenes of fantasy, cinematic treasures (from the silver screen and small screen), creepy barns or dusty tombs and rich creatives tableaus from novels and classic poems. This is one shop that isn't afraid to go out of the box with themes and complex scent compositions. For throw, I haven't found none better as I click my wax melter on in the morning and I get wafts of magical aromas all day throughout my house (especially with the fans going) and can even smell the melts when they are "cold" and back in solid wax form in the melting bowl. Funny enough this turned out to be my fifth revisit to this charming shop after I had every intention to wait until November to purchase another wax sampler, but with the exciting teaser and introduction of Bangarang (inspired by HOOK) plus my odd lack of spring-time scents for my bedroom. I had to indulge just a little, hehe. These were my impressions and observations to share (I am not affiliated, these are just the facts). -The sampler pack is the best way to introduce yourself to this brand as you get 4 covered candle melts that can be cut up and they last quite a while (mine from 2 years ago are still going strong). -Sign up for the newsletter and join the little club they offer and you get 10% off your orders and any additional ones with a special code. -Their packaging is ready for any type of gift-giving or shower/wedding decorating ideas. It's very elegant and yet whimsical (oh and complete with delicious exotic candies and a darling thank you card). -I have found the fragrances deepen and morph on every following melting versus on the first (although the first is amazing, just you wait for all the notes to bloom and shift). They get better and better with every time. On to the scents: Bangarang (Description/Notes: The smell of a hundred fun summers, sleeping in trees and riding the back of the wind. You’ll find your happy thought with this cheerful blend of candied dates, key lime and vanilla whipped cream, zesty lemon curd, tangerine sorbet, crisp water mint and tangy sea breezes. Fly. Fight. Crow.) This is a dream. It smells like the most delicious lemon cookie and whipped cream dessert you could imagine and it's even sprinkled with pixie dust! The throw is impressive as I sit at the kitchen table typing, I can clearly smell it wafting from my bedroom upstairs. Bangarang will be my next full-sized purchase ("clamshell") as I feel I'm melting happy thoughts and a bit of magic! Lady of the Lake (Description/Notes: Inspired by the protector of Avalon, the mythical Insula Pomona (island of apples). A blend of earl grey and green teas, apple, hyacinth, ozone, datura, and delicate white musk.) Another lovely morpher from this charming little storefront as the cold scent is a clean fruit and floral combination that leans into an expensive hair conditioner type of aroma but, oh my, when it is melted then the true majestic elements come out and my kitchen is transformed into the lush shores of Avalon with apple wafting on the breezes and the final hyacinths of the season uncurling with the mystic mists. My mother even complimented Lady of the Lake and that is HUGE! Midsummer Night's Dream (Description/Notes: A moonlit excursion to the woodland faerie realm-lavender, musk, vanilla, sparkling green moss, and a canopy of wild honeysuckle overhead. Sweet slumbers!) This is soft and powdery with the lavender leaning more towards pillowy versus herbal or garden-fresh. The green notes blend in with the powdery impression when I walk upstairs while the anticipated honeysuckle is slightly noticeable when I get within a foot of the melter. Overall an elegant welcoming fragrance and it suits my home's aesthetic, it's a keeper. Stay Golden (Notes: Sea spray and shady pines, mimosas on the lanai, and a complementary blend of sultry magnolia, gentle tea rose, and bright orange blossom.) What, were you expecting cheesecake?) I have waited a long time for some creative soul to take on the fun spirit of The Golden Girls and here is a beautiful representation of some of my favourite episodes and quotes. This is bright and fruity and as promised it has some unexpected playful magnetic sparkle. For a full representation of the characters, I'm sadly missing Dorothy and Sophia (other than the reference to the shady pines) as Stay Golden belongs to fragrant mentions of Blanche and Rose. I still love this melt and I also love that colour of this wax is an 80's and early 90's style pink-peach just like the shoulder-padded power suits we all remember (or wish to forget, haha) and of course the couch in the girls' living room; very clever and a nice extra touch! I also received some lovely extras (Thank you so much, Willow WaxCraft!) Primaveral (Description/Notes: Those precious and rare late winter days that *almost* feel like spring. Wild honey, morning glory, and sweet cherry blossom with cool garden greens and zesty dill weed.) Where has this delight been hiding?! I can't stop swinging open my bedroom door to sniff this wax tart. It smells green, creamy and the delicate floral pairing is simply beautiful. The second melting revealed the floral honey and the zip of the dill weed. This is a spring morning captured and into my basket this treasure goes. Can this be made into a perfume? - Speaking of perfumes the talented scent artist at Willow WaxCraft also dabbles in some perfumery and she was so incredibly sweet to send me a pot of her first creation in one of my favourite blends she makes called The Long Night (Balsam fir, sacred frankincense and myrrh, beeswax candles, sweet oud, blood orange, clove, cinnamon leaf, and vanilla). The cinnamon is absent in the solid perfume form (to make it skin safe and agreeable with those with allergies or sensitivities) but honestly, it's still amazing (still somehow smells spicy in a good way) and this lasted through an intense workout and me dashing about the house (about 5 hours). The orange and resins are the most dominant on me and I have been using this to get motivated as I loved how this smelled on me when I was hot and needed to go another 10 minutes. I seriously hope this means other melt forms will have a perfume solid double soon because I'm impressed (I can think of 6 perfumes I would buy in a heartbeat, uh oh, haha). Balm of Gilead (Notes: Lipstick (powdery violet, orris, and rose), fresh baked bread, glossy magazine pages, and sweet buttercream. Don't let the bastards grind you down.) Anyone that knows me wouldn't be surprised I have an affinity for the distinct fragrance of vintage lipstick and anything baked and they won't be shocked in the slightest that when they enter my home this summer, Balm of Gilead is one of the scents that will be greeting them. This is superb and I get every note on the first melt, nothing overbalances the other and I hope this is one of the finalists to consider making into a solid perfume. In the meantime, into the basket this melt goes. Willow WaxCraft While other candle melt shops may pour a single note of cotton candy into their products, stick a spooky sounding name on a fancy label and then ship it out weeks later. Willow WaxCraft dares to go outside of the box and offer blended notes of barn wood, murky water, death lilies, champagne, aged tobacco etc. which all pay creative homage to different themes that are then shipped out insanely fast, presented beautifully AND smell as promised! Imagine that! That's all why I return to this wonderful shop and this time the Falloween collection needed to come home to me. As always the packaging was beyond lovely (the exotic candy and free sample greatly appreciated) and my favourites out of the bunch were Unmask!, Ulalume's Tomb *see review here, and 7 Days Thank you Samantha for thinking and going outside the box. Unmask! (Described as: "A polished roque mallet, aged wood and vanilla, hearth embers, pine, evergreen topiary animals, rich merlot, and sparkling champagne. Great party, isn’t it?!") *Now available in the General Catalogue Willow WaxCraft promised a scene from an iconic horror novel and they delivered with Unmask! Walking into my bedroom is like entering a historic New Year's Eve party set in the mountains and I can detect every note. The fresh cut boughs of an evergreen greet me first followed by a wisp of smoke and bubbly champagne. The more I stand in the doorway I expect to hear music from Glenn Miller fill the air or to find a pile of confetti at my feet, the sweet wine and wood notes slowly appear next pulling me into another world and the vanilla and embers are a nice departing combination. Unmask! definitely creates an atmosphere I don't want to leave and I'm so happy it has joined the general catalogue. It's my personal favourite from this enchanting shop. 7 Days (Described as: "A dusty barn, decaying wood and hay, an ancient stone well, dark water, burning leaves, and videotape. She never sleeps.") *Limited Seasonal Edition This shop truely excels at going completely outside the box with their listed notes and 7 Days is one melt you just have to experience to get the full effect. For me, each time I open my bedroom door I'm taken back to my grandmother's ancient barn and staring into inky darkness. That dusty barn description is dead on as well as the stone well and hay. I don't get any smoke, leaves or that distinct odd scent of used video tapes I somehow remember but if you want a creepy abandoned barn with stone walls and a prickling sense of something dark in the water, get 7 Days and be prepared for a scent journey. Victorian Smoking Room (Described as: "Where the menfolk retreat into a cloud of smoke and congratulate themselves on being masters of the universe…dark wood panels, tall shelves of worldly literature, opulent leather armchairs, and velvet, velvet everywhere. Black pepper, patchouli, vetiver, sweet tobacco and pipe smoke with hints of cherry and vanilla, rich bourbon, and deep brown sugar.") *Available in the General Catalogue How could I resist a clever hidden little reference to one of my favorite movies in the description but alas Victorian Smoking Room gives me a bad headache and I can't be in a room more than a few minutes at a time when it is melting. I was hoping for more tobacco and either the bourbon or the heavy leather accord just doesn't make my heart go on (sorry, sorry couldn't resist), a rare miss with this fabulous shop. Oh well, can't win them all. Pumpkin Latte (Described as: "It’s officially the season of that omnipresent autumnal coffee drink- sweet pumpkin, rich coffee, fall spices (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and clove), all topped with mounds of whipped cream and drizzled with caramel. Cozy up.") *a free sample that appeared in my order, thank you so much Willow WaxCraft! *Limited Seasonal Edition Even though I can't drink heavily caffeinated beverages I still enjoy smelling them and Pumpkin Latte is true to life with a spicy creamy combination that fills an entire room and upstairs with one delicious pumpkin aroma. The coffee note is dark as promised but lightened with the whipped cream and spices that call for just one more sniff before leaving for the night. It almost reminds me of Liber Arcana without the leather note. A true fall staple that I need to get a full clamshell of eventually. As soon, as I saw the winter collection I had to try several and the sampler was the perfect option for that desire. My package arrived lightning fast and was presented in such a pretty fashion (I love the new willow vine ribbon choice). Upon opening the carefully packed parcel, I could immediately smell something divine waiting and I couldn't decide if that was exactly Whoopie, a Zeppelin! or The Christmas Tree Emporium of the Midwest (turns out it was a heavenly mashup of both). Each scent shot was nicely sized and the stand out favourites were The Long Night, The Christmas Tree Emporium of the Midwest and Breathe Before You Leave. The Long Night (Described as: "A warm light in the darkness of Winter Solstice: Balsam fir, sacred frankincense and myrrh, beeswax candles, sweet oud, blood orange, clove, cinnamon leaf, and vanilla") *Available in the General Catalogue As the snow swirled and blew this past winter, I found The Long Night was exactly what I needed to melt the frosty winter blues that always arrives with the howling winds and pelting ice. Right away, the realistic pine pulls me away from the outside world and when the familiar frankincense, myrrh with spicy bright orange appears it all transforms my bedroom into a much needed sanctuary and just makes my senses glow with memories of once happy holidays and cherished visions. I can't help but smile as this candle melt holds a very special fragrance combination for me. I'm so thankful it can be found in the general catalogue listing now; it's so lovely and a comforting treasure (I wish there was a perfume oil that could match these notes; it's perfect in my book). Whoopie, a Zeppelin! (Described as: "Plunge into the cornucopia! The scent of sugarplums, tart pomegranate, cinnamon glazed doughnuts, gingerbread, a swig of a buttered hot toddy, and unbridled avarice".) *Limited Seasonal Edition This was one of the first fragrances to catch my attention as the fruit notes are dominant with a tangy sweetness that fills a whole upstairs and lingers in the air after the wax warmer is turned off for the night. It is indeed the smell of holiday delights with a swig of something extra to warm you up and if you love lightly spiced plum or pomegranate join me in keeping an eye out for this creation's hopeful return next winter. The Christmas Tree Emporium of the Midwest (Described as: "Take a trip to the lot and find that one glorious tree (not one where all the needles fall off). A variety of evergreens, mistletoe, hot cocoa, roasted chestnuts, and a whisper of gasoline and motor oil.) *Limited Seasonal Edition I realize not every winter creation from this release could make it to the general catalogue but I really wish The Christmas Tree Emporium of the Midwest could have made the cut because my bedroom is delicious realistic smelling cocoa, evergreens and yes even carries a spot of motor oil that hangs in the air. It's simply marvellous! Overall, a brilliant mixture that captures an iconic scene from my favorite Christmas movie and reminds me of driving around looking at twinkling lights and themed displays so long ago. A definite repurchase for me and one to recommend. Lost on the Moor (Described as: "The haunting, chilling scent of the wild Yorkshire moor-heather, lavender, moss, chamomile, ozone, juniper and elderflower.") *Available in the General Catalogue Please allow me to interrupt this humble review with my favourite quote from this classic (or pretty much from any work I ever picked up): "Catherine Earnshaw, may you not rest as long as I am living; you said I killed you—haunt me, then! The murdered do haunt their murderers, I believe. I know that ghosts have wandered on earth. Be with me always—take any form—drive me mad!" [Sigh] Now that's a book and even though Lost on the Moor is described as haunting and chilling for me this was the fragrance I melted when I was desperately seeking spring this past winter. Saying that, I will admit this melt was more fresh and bright (even a touch soapy) than I was desiring but the more time I spent in its company, the more I oddly liked it and was drawn to it. In the end, Lost on the Moor definitely brings to mind warm spring sunshine on a green landscape where one can clear their mind and be half-savage and hardy, and free again. I do believe I need a clamshell pack of this. Breathe Before You Leave (Described as: "I was given this mantra to repeat to myself during a particularly stressful time in my life. So often we rush out in the morning without taking a moment to compose ourselves, and it sets a frazzled tone for the entire day. He told me, “slow down, and breathe before you leave.” Juicy pear combined with bright and zesty yuzu, lemon verbena, ginseng, and cleansing sage, grounded with hibiscus tea. Breathe deep.") *a free sample nestled among my scent shots and exotic candy, thank you Willow WaxCraft, you know how to spoil us! *Available in the General Catalogue This sparkly square appeared in my order and it is one uplifting tart citrus blend that wakes my senses and pulls my nose toward my upstairs (it has an impressive throw when I open the door). I can clearly smell the lemon verbena, ginseng and bright fruits (it is almost an effervescent scent but with a hint of spice) even where I sit typing and just like Lost on the Moor it reminds me of warm spring sunshine. Perfect for this time of the year when nature can't decide if it's 60 degrees or 14 degrees with dangerous ice and everything is brown or gray. I need to order a full clamshell as I want Breathe Before You Leave (so aptly named) throughout my home (or in my car) the entire year round. Willow WaxCraft For the past several months I have been carefully hoarding away an assortment of unique home fragrances to properly lift or match any mood I may have during the year and what an exciting venture it has turned out to be. I stumbled upon quite a few indie shops that had creative takes on atmospherics, unbelievable true to life gourmands and ones that charmed me overall with their aesthetics and presentation. These were the first finds along my journey into the candle melt realm and the beginning of a whole new kind of collection for my home and imagination. Strange Fire & Fumery Existential Dread- (description on site: "You wouldn't believe me if I told you.") *Available in the General Catalogue I'll admit it, I purchased Existential Dread solely based on the cryptic description and I couldn't be more pleased with the unique aroma that greets me that smells of dead flowers with wilted stems and something warm or slightly resembling new spring grass (perhaps heliotrope?). It's oddly comforting and perfectly natural smelling (this is a must if anyone has been looking for an "everything returns to/from the earth" type of fragrance). The throw is wonderful and Existential Dread makes me want to curl up with a good dark mystery novel every time I'm in its presence. This wasn't the first complex fragrant item I have had the pleasure to have in my home from this scentcrafter as I fell hard for the Opium incense and Ether candle I received in my Ave Victoria Box and I've been consistently amazed by this scent artist's way with florals. I can't wait to for the Victorian Brothel-Valentine's Day box I ordered to arrive at my doorstep in the coming weeks (bring me all the rosemary, orange blossom, french vanilla, rosewood and dreamy lavender creations). As for Existential Dread, I would repurchase this melt and also try it in the perfume form. Rook- (Wet leaves, musky black feathers, slow vetiver, a stiff branch, the slow death-creep of Autumn, a fussy Underworld messenger.) *Available in the General Catalogue With a description like that, I had visions of a square of wax containing the darkly captivating aromas that I have found in Welcome to Burkittsville and I Be The Witch of the Wood from Sixteen92 but alas this black-purple melt is more fresh in nature and I can only describe Rook as "witchy laundry" as I get nice smelling clothes tumbling in a dryer but the vetiver does pull the mystery and gloom into the scene which I love but it's not enough. Overall pleasant, an interesting atmospheric you will never find for sale in a commercial setting and completely unexpected but not for me sadly. I think Rook would be a fantastic first candle melt option for someone who loves clean and refreshing scents. Oh well, my search begins again for a realistic creepy forest blend in square form. Willow WaxCraft Liber Arcana- (Leather, Pumpkin, Herbs, Cauldron Smoke) *Available in the General Catalogue My love of bargains and the thought of my home smelling like pumpkin, herbs and cauldron smoke landed this order in my basket and into my warmer less than a week as this shop has lightning-fast shipping. The packaging is just darling to behold as I secretly adore anything to do with swans so this storefront had me from the stamping of the emblem on the envelope then continued to spoil me with the exotic candy tucked in my order and finally took me away to a fancy European styled coffee shop in fall with Liber Arcana. The leather is the most dominant note but the other anticipated accords are there adding to the overall effect but I do wish the pumpkin and smoke were more forward. Not sure I will repurchase this particular melt but that's okay as this shop has a vast catalogue to explore (and I did just that, reviews coming soon). Sleepy Hollow Day- (Petrichor, moss and vines, distant woodsmoke, wet wood, and a damp persistent drizzle) *Available in the General Catalogue -was a free mini tart sample (Thank you Willow WaxCraft!) Hm I'm beginning to think that finding a true to life smelling rainstorm in a candle melt may become a white whale for me as Sleepy Hollow Day is registering as soap just like Rook. Perhaps the general public doesn't want their homes to smell like mud, decaying leaves and damp roots from an ancient fog draped Hollow but this lady sure does and I don't give up easily so I'm fully prepared to track down that elusive distinct aroma that resurrects a beloved scent memory for me in any candle/stick of incense/or melt out there. Sleepy Hollow Day and Rook are more pleasant conceptual or artistic renderings (pretty paintings of a scene) which may be exactly what someone else may desire for their own idea of relaxation. Oh well, onward we go. Yule Log- (Woodsmoke and marshmallow, hot buttered rum, sweet maple toddy, and creamy spiced eggnog) *LIMITED EDITION/DISCONTINUED Oh yum! I'm so grateful the owner sent this in my mystery pack. It's divine in every way and makes my bedroom smell like a coffeehouse/bakery at Christmas time. The smoke and sweet marshmallow are undernotes to the buttered rum and spices and this was my second favorite melt in the bag. Sadly, I believe this blend has been discontinued as I looked for it over the holidays and it did not return in any listing- so here's one cup of aromatic wax I'll be saving to use. Harvest Hayride- (Leaves, crisp apple cider, pumpkin, and salty-sweet kettle corn) *LIMITED EDITION This cornflower blue cut of wax is an autumn mosaic of delicious apple cider (with just the right amount of spice), something resembling hay and buttery seasonal treats that surround me in a perfect fall atmosphere I sorely missed last year. Harvest Hayride is so relaxing and I was crushed to learn this was another limited edition scent mashup I now need to carefully hoard away. I honestly wish I tried this shop earlier and grabbed larger sized options of 3 out of the 4 cups (or shots as they are referred to at Willow WaxCraft) I received in my first order. Anarchy’s Child- (Nougat-y trick or treat candy, smashed pumpkins, and fall leaves) *LIMITED SEASONAL EDITION This blend just wasn't for me but it definitely creates a story with the scents of overly sweet candy and a gust of crunchy fall leaves. It's sweet mischief and misrule on All Hallows' Eve. I'm not sure why I get hints of leather when this blend turns to a burgundy sparkly liquid but it can give me a headache. Anarchy's Child and Ulalume’s Tomb (and I think Harvest Hayride) are the only 2 (or 3) resurrected fragrances and can be seen in the Halloween collection. Ulalume’s Tomb- (Vanilla, black tea, white pepper, cold stone, dust, and lily) *LIMITED SEASONAL EDITION This aromatic item was my choice pick out of the mystery pack and I immediately ordered another after falling under this blend's spell for the first time. If anyone out there is a Poe devotee Willow WaxCraft presented one amazing ode to such a beautiful tragic poem (complete with a silver shaped star on top of the pale white wax) with Ulalume's Tomb. It carries a lovely melancholic element and served as the ideal blend to read certain gothic novels by (most notably mirroring the crypt scenes between Lucy Westenra and Arthur Holmwood in Dracula and the sense of haunting loss and abandonment in The Lost History of Dreams perfectly). In sense of notes, the pepper lends to the idea of grit you could imagine coming from the floors of a forgotten tomb and yes there is dustiness on wilted sweetly decaying lilies (I am an official hunter of lily perfumes and candles now). There is also a striking vanilla accord that swirls around creating the impression of cold moonlight. Quite impressive overall and I need to order a larger size clamshell next fall. Bonjour Wax Co. Autumn In Paris- (Spiced Pumpkin Souffle & warmed toasted Baguettes) *LIMITED SEASONAL RELEASE This blend is just incredible and gladdens my spirit while making me so hungry whenever I melt it. It's extremely realistic smelling (BEST baked bread note I have found yet in perfume or candle form) and the cut up tart pieces throws a delectable aroma from my bedroom to the downstairs. The scent doesn't last as long as the other melts I have tested though which is disheartening but while it lasts, Autumn in Paris is easily one of my top 3 favorites from all the candle shops I've visited. I just wish it lasted longer (still plan to get a wax "loaf" of Autumn in Paris next fall and in the meantime sneaking sniffs of the uncapped sparkly contents). Familiar Spirit- (Pear, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom, Coffee, Sweet Licorice, Resinous Cedarwood and Cashmere Wood) *LIMITED EDITION Holy cats this one packs a punch! There is nothing subtle or tame about Familiar Spirit and I want to love it but honestly, it's not for me. In the cup, it's a stunning collage of woods, sweet floral and pepper (I would love to find that combination in a perfume oil) but when it's unleashed in the melter the cashmere and cedar woods wreck havoc on my head and it smells extremely masculine in nature. This is incredible scent artistry displayed that creates a story and matches the name but sorry no, I don't care for the melted fragrance at all and sadly Familiar Spirit will be leaving my house never to return. I guess I need to watch out for those notes in any future order especially the base ones. Foolish Mortals- (Hazelnut Coffee, Marshmallow Fireside and French Baguettes) *LIMITED EDITION Bonjour Wax Co. excels at bread and marshmallow notes and Foolish Mortals is another choice pick I would repurchase. The marshmallow is the strongest scent I notice and the coffee along with the realistic bread note are more of underlying accords to the whole scent confection. It's sweet, decadent and makes me smile plus makes me hungry for a heavy breakfast. The throw and scent last a bit longer than Autumn in Paris and Fluffernutter. Now I need a hazelnut coffee perfume with marshmallow and bread Mmmm! Fluffernutter- (Creamy Peanut Butter & Marshmallow Fluff on Toasted Bread) *LIMITED SEASONAL EDITION As I get older I want to surround myself in special kinds of comforts and nostalgia and that is especially true for scents in my home. Fluffernutter matches all the above desires and I have found a real gem stumbling upon this wax company and melt. Who knew it was possible to scent my sanctuary away from the mad world in the unmistakable aroma of toasted peanut butter and marshmallow sandwiches! Another future repurchase item and one I love to sneak sniffs of. |
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