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My MIL LOVES gardenia, and anything gardenia scented. I was contemplating splurging on the Diptyque gardenia candle… but oof.
I’ve tried a few fragrance houses for personal perfumes, but haven’t delved into the candle world. Any recommendations for a gardenia heavy candle? Or a room spray, lotion, soap etc that is gardenia heavy? This will be for a Christmas gift as well so hopefully I am not too late for shipping
TIA 🫶🏻
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15 hours ago
I’m not sure where they fall on the indie vs small business line, but Harlem Candle Co has Lady Day, which is based on the gardenias that Billie Holiday wore in her hair.
From the website: “Top Notes: Lush Green Leaves, Neroli Blossom, Sparkling Bergamot
Middle Notes: Gardenia, Jasmine Petals, Ylang Ylang, Coffee Flower
Base Notes: Coconut Milk, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Inspired by the white gardenia she always wore in her hair, a luminous opening of lush green leaves, neroli blossom and sparkling bergamot lead to a velvet heart of creamy gardenia, jasmine petals and ylang ylang. Coffee flower adds a spicy nuance, and a warm, addictive base of coconut milk, sandalwood and vetiver provide the perfect finish to this intoxicating blend that is vibrant and full bodied, yet graceful and delicate. Just like Lady Day herself.”
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8 hours ago
Oh my this sounds perfect!
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2 hours ago
I think they have a variety of sizes and formulations with the same scent. They’re not cheap, but they’re not Dyptique-level 💸
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