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I put together a collection of my favorite rose candles to prepare
for The Bachelor season finale tonight. Rose is a great floral but many
shy away thinking it will make their house smell like their
grandmother. Things have come a long way since those days, and make no
mistake, there is no Granny in this bunch. These candles are vibrant
and youthful.
Diptyque is know for their Baies candle any many try to duplicate this
successful blend of currant and rose. It’s bright and slightly
pungent. My favorite fragrance most similar to Diptyque Baies is the LAFCO Music Room (Fleurs de Baies) candle. It has the same fun and uplifting fragrance. I love the reusable hand-blown vessel for the LAFCO candle. Unfortunately, I don’t have one at home tonight or it surely would have been in this picture!
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of my favorite rose candles is by Red Flower. Moroccan Rose was my
first introduction to a rose fragrance that didn’t make me feel like an
old lady. It’s strong and slightly spicy, a welcome offering as many
rose fragrance can become slightly sweet.
Experts in floral fragrances, Belle Fleur dedicated an entire collection to the rose. Each candle highlights in a different rose absolute. Velvet Santal features Turkish Rose absolute while Petals D’Amore focuses on Bulgarian rose absolute. Belle Fleur candles come packaged ready for gift giving and I love the aubergine color of the vessels in this collection.
The Le Cherche Midi 14 candle lists many notes in the description but the one that comes across the most to me when burning is rose bud. I love this clean, from the garden rose. In the back is also an Archipelago Stem candle. This fragrance is like bubble gum with a juicy center that explodes when you bite into it. This is the most youthful fragrance in the collection.
There are so many rose fragrances available, these are just some highlights. What is your favorite rose candle?
Tips for enjoying rose is rose
If you are enjoying rose is rose, a few simple habits help you get the most from it. Whether rose is rose is new to you or an old favorite, it is worth a closer look.
- Smell a fragrance in person when you can, and give it a few minutes to settle before you decide.
- Match the scent to the room: fresh and light for kitchens and baths, warmer and richer for living rooms and bedrooms.
- Buy from the brand or a retailer you trust and check the product page for the latest details.
- Home fragrance makes a thoughtful gift, so keep a favorite or two on hand.
For background, see this overview of scented candles on Wikipedia.
We hope this post on rose is rose was useful. For more home fragrance ideas, take a look at the related posts below.
A quick scent guide
Think about where the scent will live. Bright citrus and green notes tend to suit kitchens and bathrooms, while warm spice, vanilla and wood often suit living rooms and bedrooms.
Seasons change what we want to smell. Many people reach for light, airy scents in spring and summer, and richer, warmer scents in fall and winter.
Care matters. Store candles and fragrance oils away from heat and direct sun, keep lids on, and follow the maker’s instructions to keep a scent smelling its best.
Give a scent time. The first impression is not always the whole story, because fragrance notes open up and settle as a candle warms or a diffuser works.
Questions about rose is rose
What is rose is rose?
Rose is rose is the subject of this Scent Snob post. The article above shares what we wrote about it, and the brand or retailer is the best place to confirm current details.
Where can I learn more about rose is rose?
Start with the links in this post, then check the brand’s own website or a trusted retailer for up-to-date information and availability.
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Getting Comfortable With Floral Candles
Many people write off florals after one bad experience, but the category is wide. A floral can be fruity, spicy, green, powdery or crisp, and the differences are large. If one version felt heavy, a different style may suit you perfectly.
When shopping, read the description for clues. Words like fruit, spice, mint or greenery often point to a lighter, brighter floral, while words like powder or musk suggest something softer and more classic.
Try one at a time before you buy a set. Burn a candle for a couple of hours in a room you use daily, and notice whether you still like it after the first hour.
Floral candles also make easy gifts. A pretty vessel, a clear scent and a familiar flower tend to please a wide range of people, from a host to a coworker.
Think about the room, the season and the mood you want, then try a small size or sample first if you can.
