The Scents Of Summer

Every summer has its' own story, but all summers share the same scents. There's the essence of sun kissed skin, beachside escapes and breezy warm weather. Add in the scents of fresh mown grass, coconut suncare, and sea breeze. This edit features a little bit of all of this for you, your home, and your environment. This post is aromatherapy for your soul.

Santa Barbara Strawberry

This fragrance set goes wherever summer leads you. It's travel friendly, too. Wearing this fruity fragrance is like strolling through the Santa Barbara strawberry fields. It also features notes of dewy pink peonies and solar musk

Nest New York

Homecourt Mandarin Basile

Hand Wash

I love beautiful bottles near my sinks. It just feels and looks luxe. I have a basil herb garden, so I can just imagine how good this hand wash smells. It's very fresh.

Homecourt

Bobbi Brown Beach

I love this scent. Haven't had it in a while,  but

 it certainly is summer in a bottle. Here's how the brand describes it: " sea spray, and mandarin, this fragrance is wearable anytime, anywhere."It's really lovely.

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics       Sephora

Josie Maran Topless Tangerine Hair & Body Mist

If you feel that fragrance is too heavy for summer's warm temps, try this mist. It's made with 100% natural scents, and it is clean beauty. Not to mention the name is adorable.

Sephora

Flamingo Estate Barbecue Sauce

One of my fave scents of summer comes from the grill. This Juicy Strawberry, Spicy Key Lime Barbecue  Sauce  sounds divine. The ingredients are organic and elevated from what you might find at the store.

Flamingo Estate

Flamingo Estate Heirloom Tomato Candle

This candle smells so good, you will want to eat it.  The scent is true, and that of a freshly picked imperfect heirloom tomato. It's been handpoured of 100% vegetable wax.  It's the perfect summer host gift. Ships for free from...

Bergdorf Goodman

Summer Grace

Celebrate summer with refreshing scents. This new limited edition Summer Grace Solar Daydream eau de toilette will remind you of sun-filled daydreams by the poolside. it features notes of saltwater, solar jasmine, and coconut milk.

Philosophy

Poolside Candle
If you love the scent of a pool (think chlorine and coppertone) like I do, this candle is for you. Think Grapefruit, Mandarin, Bergamot, sunscreen and more. The perfect host gift for anyone with a pool.

Nordstrom

Tom Ford Eau de Soleil Blanc Eau de Toilette
Head for the sun! This fragrance follows summer's light from the sun with notes of citrus and fragrant florals. Sounds divine!

Neiman Marcus

Beekman 1802 Sunshine Lemon  Wipes

These wipes were made for the face but can be used to refresh any part of the body. They are made with goats milk and essential oils. Fabulous for taking makeup off! In the summer they are wonderful for cooling off in the heat. Golfers love having a pack in their bag. Many scents, but Sunshine Lemon is my fave. You will find the best prices with free shipping at...

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Isn't It Romantic? Valentine Gifts For The Two Of You

No matter what your relationship status is,  Valentine's Day is worth celebrating. This year, think about going beyond the bouquet. This roundup of romantic gifts is just for the two of you. You'll find something for a romantic night at home that might involve cooking, caviar or a cocktail. There's fragrance for lovers, pillows that promise, and a luxurious escape for mind, body, and soul. Scroll down and shop in the name of love.

Remedy Place: A Social Self-Care Staycation For Two

Here's a gift that is good for your mind, body, and soul. It's an escape for two that promises to offset the stresses of life, and reconnect the two of you. With services like: hyperbaric oxygen chambers, coached breathwork ice bath classes, and private suites where you can enjoy IV drips, private infrared saunas, or lymphatic compression suits, this is a gift that keeps on 

giving. Read more of the romantic details at...

Moda Operandi

Muse Eyes Crystal Glasses

Gift he or she with these chic cocktail glasses. Present them with a note that says: My eyes adore you." 

Bergdorf Goodman or on sale at Jonathan Adler

7 Lovers Eau de Parfum Travel Set

The name itself offers thoughts of romance. Created by former Vogue Paris editor, Carine Rothfeld. This set charts her travels to the world's most romantic cities. Each of the seven scents has a distinct personality and unique character, just like her (or your own) fictional paramours. All of the romantic details are wrapped in a lovely leather case.

Net-a-Porter

Thomas Keller's Siberian Baerii Caviar

 One of my favorite things in life. For $139 with Free Shipping, you can impress and indulge your sweetheart with this guilty pleasure.

Goldbelly

Smythson Bees Knees Journal

Take note. This is for hopeless romantics. He or she will be reminded daily just what you thought of them this Valentine's Day. It's old school cool for modern men or women.

Smythson

Date Night At Home Wine Tasting Experience

Inside each box, you'll find 3 carefully crafted glass tubes, carrying a world class pour of exquisite wine, including two exotic reds, and a single crisp white from exceptional European vineyards. There is a box for each of you. Cheers to love.

Vinebox

Kisses Loung Set & Boxers
Not all couples are black lace and garters. If love and kisses in pima comfortable cotton is more your love language, these are a fun idea.

Lake Pajamas

Table For Two

Hot off the presses this month. Now every meal can be romantic with this recipe book made for two. Cook together or treat each other. 

Anthropologie  Or  Amazon

Patricia Altschul Tonight/Not Tonight Pillow

The Grand Dame of Southern Charm really does create pillows. This one is both fun and stylish. It reverses from "tonight" to the words "not tonight."

This gift just keeps it real.

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Washable Silk Bedding

With a motto of "Good In Bed," Lunya is a fabulous company that designs with only the finest of fabrics, to include silk. This is a splurge gift for the two of you, but a good night's sleep is priceless. While you are there, pick up some washable silk PJ'S for both of you. 

Lunya

Lelo Flickering Touch Massage Candle

Burning love. If you are staying in, why not make it a spa day or night? This massage candle was voted as the best by Oprah Magazine.  Pick your favorite of 3 scents. I'll take the Vanilla Cream De Cacao. After burning, the candle turns into the most wonderful massage oil. This little candle might be the best Valentine's gift of all for less than $25.

Amazon

The Favourite Eau de Parfum,

Let her know that she is your fave! British brand Penhaligon, calls this a fragrance of great delicacy that's also sweet and sensual. It captures the sophistication of a Duchess. Is that hint that royalty wore this? It's beautifully presented and something different from the same ol' thing.

Bergdorf Gooodman  OR  Penhaligons

Byredo Mister Marvelous

Feed his ego with this fresh scent.  He will just love the name. The scent is without gender and it's full of gestures that surprise. You'll notice spicy notes of black amber, fresh mandarin leaves, bamboo and green lavender. Yummy. But really, this fragrance is all about the name. It also has a cult following.

Byredo  OR   Bloomingdale's

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