My wife has
managed to smell all 8 of the new Yankee fragrances and I haven’t experienced
any yet. She hated Oud Oasis – so that has put a stop to any thoughts of me
picking it up from QVC! However, I’ve two of the new scents on order based on
her recommendation (am I really that under the thumb?!) so look out for a video blog soon.
Back to the
diary and what’s been trying to keep me warm and cheerful this January!
Started with
an Orchard Pear tart but it smelled strange. I honestly think tarts should be
used within 12 months as the scent can turn funny after that point.
On to a jar
proper last Tuesday – Kitchen Spice. This retired one is already being missed I
am sure. It is absolutely stunning. It is a lovely blend of spices and fruits
and the amazing thing is, every now and then you get a full on blast of orange
peel aroma wafting across the room. So lovely.
After Monday’s
disappointment we tried Orchard Pear as it should be – in a jar! This was so
much better. A lovely, sugary, rich,
deep, ripened pear aroma.
Warm Spice
was next and this nutty toffee-like favourite is another that hasn’t been
replaced by anything similar in the UK Yankee Candle range.
The one
scent I definitely did come up with as wanting to burn again this winter was
Cozy Sweater. Its lovely light aftershavey notes are beautiful and comforting.
I just wish this one was a little stronger.
Into
Saturday morning and a treat with one of the ‘My Favourite Things’ candles Blue
Satin Sashes. Such a great morning fragrance – it has that detergenty touch
about it but mixed with an elegant floral bouquet.
Fireside
took me through the afternoon and its sophisticated woodsy aroma is the perfect
accompaniment for James Bond movies!
Apple &
Pine Needle tea lights are so strong and added a little deep mystery to
Saturday evening, but the jar of choice was Sugared Apple. We’ve finally some
more on order so can be a little more carefree with this ultimate winter scent!
For a grey
Sunday, River Valley brought some fresh cheer.
I followed
this with a burn of an Icicles votive. Where have you been all my life? So much
better than cold smell, this complex fragrance has much to offer. Glad I’ve got
hold of a jar. My first impressions are icy, chilled berries with all sorts of
other aromas blended in too.
To wrap up
the week, a lovely long burn of the super sumptuous Macintosh Spice.
Last but
never least a choice pick from our ever-so-friendly Team Yankee Global Facebook Group. Tara said this was her most expensive jar, so let’s give it another
showing!
