The Scent of a Home

Capri Blue Volcano

I'm sure those of you who have shopped at Anthropologie stores have noticed that there are always candles burning and that the stores smell wonderful. Any Anthropologie you walk into has an iconic signature scent. It is no secret that the candle is Capri Blue Volcano. Volcano is an energizing blend of exotic citrus and sugary notes that include orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, tangerine, and sandalwood.  Feeling like you're in a scented paradise doesn't have to include flying miles away. 

Scent of a Woman

Scent of a Woman

Does anyone recall the wonderful movie entitled Scent of a Woman starring Al Pacino? The 1992 movie was about a blind veteran and serious misanthrope. 

Watch this YouTube clip here.

New Candles

Ceramic Green Candle with Knob Lid

 

I am a scented candle addict. Lighting a candle is a daily ritual for me that I love. Did you know that studies have shown that burning scented candles has real benefits? It soothes, calms, relaxes, boosts your mood, reduces stress. 

"The soothing effect that candles have is based on how the brain processes smells. The smell of scented candles stimulates our limbic system, the part of the brain that is home to our memory and emotions. Hormones like serotonin and dopamine can be produced to help regulate mood. Therefore, our emotional state is influenced by the relationship that exists between scents, memories, and emotions."

(Travel + Leisure)

Chic Closet Tips

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I was doing a little organization in my walk-in closet over the weekend, and I thought I would share a few of my tips.

Chinoiserie Scent of a Home

A truly lovely home should smell as wonderful as it looks. I am a complete devotee of the excellent home fragrances of Seda France. These hand-poured candles have very sophisticated scents, and the toile pagoda boxes are stunning. They have been featured everywhere including Domino, Vogue, Bazaar, Elle, In Style, and House Beautiful. I use the candles and diffusers, and never travel without one of their candle travel tins. Their scents are perfect for the lover of Chinoiserie including Alabaster Lily, Asian Lychee, Camellia Montangne, China Musk, Chinese Mandarin, Chinoiserie, Indochine, and Malaysian Bamboo. My favorite is Japanese Quince, Oprah Winfrey's favorite, that includes rhubarb, passion fruit, white peach, and Jasmine petals.