All about aquiesse is the topic of this Scent Snob post, part of our archive of candle, diffuser and home fragrance coverage.
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Aquiesse originated in Santa Barbara CA where Michael Joseph Horn as a young boy began experimenting with fragrance by mixing his mothers fine bottles of perfume. (She didn’t much care for that.)
The name Aquiesse is the culmination of 3 words:
- Aqua (water) for his love of coastlines and their array of fragrant elements.
- Acquiesce which means to surrender to give in to oneself or to an experience
- Essence suggesting the core quality of something, in this case nature’s aromatic ingredients.
The first product line launched in July of 2005. The first two fragrances created for the Portfolio collection are Luxe Linen and Rioja. Aquiesse designed their own glass using CAD software so you won’t find anything else like it. The lid to the candle can be used as a base while burning, a snuffer to extinguish the candle and a dust cover when not in use. The box is cloth covered and has a button top lid to make it reusable. Aquiesse now has a factory in Simi Valley CA where they manufacture all their candles using a soy blend wax and 100% cotton wicks.
Other interesting Aquiesse quick facts:
- The best selling Portfolio collection fragrance was renamed in 2009 from Egyptian Cotton to Luxe Linen.
- Women around the world have asked Aquiesse to developed Pomegranate sage into a fine fragrance for men.
- The Cherimoya fragrance uses a fruit that famous American writer Mark Twain stated as being “the most delicious fruit known to men” and “deliciousness itself”.
We hope you enjoy Aquiesse candles as much as we do!
Good to know about all about aquiesse
If you are enjoying all about aquiesse, a few simple habits help you get the most from it. Whether all about aquiesse 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.
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A quick scent guide
Start small when you try something new. A single candle, a sample or a small bottle lets you live with a scent before you commit to more.
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.
Layering is a fun way to personalize a room. Pairing two scents that share a note, such as a citrus with a green leaf, can create something that feels like yours.
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.
Questions about all about aquiesse
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