Eva Reviews: Yankee Candle Summer Wish

Hey everyone! Eva here, begging you to please excuse our lack of activity. Things have been a bit wacky on the home front for both Lindsay and me, with us both working two jobs (ack). But hey, a new car isn't going to buy itself. However, that doesn't mean we don't have time to enjoy some good home fragrance at the end of the day!

Today's review is on Yankee Candle's Summer Wish!

So yes - regrettably - it's still technically summer, so I haven't been able to bring myself to burn many fall candles yet. When I first started working at Yankee, Summer Wish was one of the new summer fragrances that were featured. And here's a quick description from the Yankee Candle website: 

"Remember those sweet summer days of childhood innocence when the backyard was big enough to hold all your adventures? This nostalgic fragrance, with its warm breeze of soft flowers and fresh green fields will bring you back to those happy days. The fresh, green notes call to mind the outdoors and remind you slow and appreciate life's little moments. This scent, with its sweet, young floral essence, is anything but old-fashioned despite its nostalgic tendencies."

Smashing!

Now if you've been paying attention, you will know that florals and I generally do not get along. This one, however, is incredibly non-offensive. It is very, very light, which may not get on well with some folks who like a stronger candle. But whenever I'm working, I can't hang around out Floral hutch because True Rose and Sunflower try to assault me with the inherent floral-ness. Summer Wish likes to hang out in the Fresh section, near another of my favorite fragrances, Midsummer's Night. So maybe I'm not the only one who thinks this isn't as funerary as Midnight Jasmine or Tahitian Tiare Flower.

When I've sampled people in the store with this one, a common reaction was "I can't smell it". The store itself has a very overwhelming fragrance but if you work there for long enough or even if you're just a fragrance lover who comes in on the regular, you don't really smell the store anymore. Does that make sense? Either way, I tried Summer Wish in a tart wax melt at first and loved it because of it's light, not-in-your-face-ness, so I grabbed it in a large Housewarmer jar and have been burning it habitually. Some people may not like the fact that it is so light, and to you folks I say that you may like Meadow Showers because it is along the same lines as Summer Wish, though not as sweet, and is a fair bit stronger but still not overwhelming.

I give Summer Wish a solid 8/10. This one will get a break when fall rolls around (Hello Apple Pumpkin and Autumn Wreath! Swoon!) but I will surely break it back out when Spring comes back.

Summer Wish was part of the Summer 2013 new releases but has made it's way into the permanent lineup for now and is available in stores and online right here.

And as always, I'll tell you again - I do work for Yankee Candle as a part time retail associate and I do get a generous discount, but that does not affect my reviews in any way as I strive to be as honest as possible with all of you.

Have a great weekend everyone,

Eva

The Sunday Haul: Fall Edition

Hey all! Lindsay and I did some shopping during the Pumpkin Preview event at Bath and Body Works this week and thought we'd share our picks.

Lindsay

As a lover of all thing pumpkin and fall, I got quite a few of the wallflower bulbs, which were on sale 4/$20 or 6/$24: one in Blackberry Spice, two in Pumpkin Apple, one in Pumpkin Caramel Latte, and two in Pumpkin Cupcake.

I also picked up some hand soaps which were 4/$15 or 6/$20: one in each Pumpkin Apple (which isn't online yet), Pumpkin Caramel Latte, Pumpkin Cupcake, and Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin.

Eva

I was a pretty good girl at Bath and Body Works, but I did pick up three candles even though they were full price. I had a $10 off survey coupon, so I justified it that way. I held off because I heard the candles are going to be on sale 2/$22 soon... but I couldn't hold off on getting Leaves (which I've never had before but is one of Lindsay's favorites!), Cider Donut and Pumpkin Cupcake ("Twinsies!!" Also, if you're a girl - or a guy, even - watch this video, especially at 0:50).

My behavior at Yankee Candle, however, may have been a bit out of hand. But thank god for a certain $20 off a purchase of $45 or more coupon that was valid for the Halloween Preview event. I got three candles: Apple Cider, Candied Apple, and Witches' Brew, which is only around for a limited time. If you like Patchouli, you should definitely go check out Witches' Brew. I also got WB in five Tarts wax melts too.

For accessories at Yankee Candle, I got a few items from the Halloween line: this beautiful black cat crackle candle shade, this Jack O Lantern tart warmer, this Boney Bunch Top Hat jar candle shade, this Boney Bunch Illuma-lid, and the splurge piece of the day - this Bone White and the Seven Dwarves jar holder (because Snow White is and always has been my favorite Disney Princess). I have this out with my Summer Wish large Housewarmer jar burning right now. It clashes with the season but I really do not care because I am so in love with it.

Did you guys shop the BBW Pumpkin Preview event or the YC Halloween Preview event? I didn't get to work the YC Party this year, but I did go because I made my apple brownies and my mother's favorite fragrance is Witches' Brew so as you can imagine, she stockpiled up enough to last her for a while.

Do you have a fragrance that is/was limited edition and that you have multiples of? I don't personally, because I have so many individual scents to go through. But I would be devastated if Midsummer's Night was ever discontinued. But I'm sure that the entire YC Community would be up in arms if it ever was, because it's a fragrance that's been around since I was a kid, probably longer!

Have a great week everyone! I will be in NJ on vacation visiting Lindsay and family, so I'm sure some hauls and posts will be coming your way...

Eva.

Fall Updates!

Hey everyone! Just wanted to pop on and throw a little update out there.

As you may or may not have heard, the Pumpkin Preview that was supposed to happen yesterday got pushed back to today. The Pumpkin Preview is also happening online so you can go check that out here. I have a complete list of what's happening with that in my original post on it which you can go see here.

Also, I updated our Fall Home Fragrance master post, so make sure to give that a look over.

And if you are a lover of accessories, I have a post on those that I will continue to update right here.

I will be going back to NJ for a week and seeing Lindsay and we have a trip planned to the Paramus mall, which has a BBW test store! YAY! We may also take a trip to one of our fine Garden State's many outlet malls, so definitely be on the lookout for some haul posts!

I'll be going to check out the Pumpkin Preview at one of my local BBW stores before work tonight and possibly picking up a few candles, so I'll maybe do a first impressions post later tonight.

Have a great Tuesday everyone!

Eva.

Home Fragrance Monday: Yankee Candle Macintosh

Hey everyone! Happy Monday! Or rather, Happy End-of-Monday here on the east coast. How was your day? Mine was busy. I just recently landed a real 9-5 job and have been exhausted getting used to being an actual adult! And that's on top of my job at Yankee Candle! Which by the way, is the source of the following fragrance I'm going to do a (very quick) review on!

Today's scent is Macintosh.

So we have been extremely clear on this blog before. I am ALL about anything remotely apple related. Love, love, love apples. Hence why I am so thrilled about the multiple releases from both Yankee Candle and Bath & Body Works in the apple-related-home-fragrancing department. Macintosh is an absolute staple to the Yankee Candle line and has been around for ages.

Yankee Candle describes this scent as "so vividly real, you can almost taste the unmistakable crunch". I think the point that Yankee is trying to convey is that this scent is straight up apples, and there's no if, ands, or but's about it. Which is true. This scent is absolutely apple, and is very authentic. I really love this fragrance - it is clean, fresh and very true-to-life. I own this in a two-wick tumbler jar, and have previously had it in many, many tarts. I give this a solid 10/10. I have no complaints about this product, and it is perfect for any time of the year.

Have you tried Macintosh or any other Yankee fragrances? Let me know in the comments.

Eva.

The Sunday Haul

Hey y'all! It's been an exciting week round these parts but somehow Lindsay and I both found some time to go shopping ;)

Eva

I ended up taking home this adorable acorn tart warmer from Yankee Candle because they were running a coupon for $20 off a purchase of $45 or more. I also decided to get my mother some cabin themed accessories for her anniversary, including the Lodge Crackle candle shade and the candle plate that matches it. I also couldn't pass up this faux antler jar holder because my stepfather is a hunter and it matches the cabin perfectly.

I also stopped over to Bath & Body Works to pick up some candles that were on sale for $12 (and still are!) and ended up getting another Summertime S'mores because I just finished my other one. I also got  Paris Daydream, which seems very similar to a holiday candle BBW made called Sparkling Icicles, and  Meet Me In Tahiti, which reminds me very much of Yankee Candle's Sun And Sand (which is currently on sale in store buy one get one 50% off, along with Mountain Lodge and Beach Walk).

Disclaimer: I do work for Yankee Candle as a part time sales associate but I do NOT make commission or any kind of compensation for mentioning their products in this post or anywhere on this blog, and would not accept such commission if it were ever offered. My job here is to be completely honest, no matter what.

Lindsay

I went to Bath and Body Works this week and picked up a 2-Pack Wallflower refill of Mint Chocolate, which came out for the Semi-Annual Sale. My store still had some left, so if you want this fragrance, I encourage you to go check your store for any left ASAP. I also grabbed Sugar Berry Smash in the lotion, shower gel and fragrance mist and it is currently on sale for $5 each, so if you're interested, go check it out!

I also went to Victoria's Secret to pick up another set of Love Spell in the fragrance mist, hydrating body lotion and daily body wash. This fragrance is an absolute classic.

Did you guys get anything this week? If you did, share your haul in the comments!

Eva & Lindsay

Collection Update: Fall Home Fragrance!

Hey everyone! I know it's still summer but things in the retail world are already cooling down for fall. I have some more solid release dates on the fall home fragrance lines. To my knowledge, these scents will be available in both candles and wallflower fragrance bulbs, with select fragrances that will be released in car portables and room sprays. Some of these are already available online so I will link to them next to the fragrance if available now, if your little heart so desires. Also click through to the website for full descriptions! If the item has a line through it like this, it means that it has been rumored that the product in question may not be coming out.

Pumpkin Collection (to be released on 7/29 with the Pumpkin Preview)

- Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Available online now

- Pumpkin Caramel Latte Available online now

- Pumpkin Cupcake Available online now

- Blueberry Pumpkin Patch Only available in Wallflower Bulb for now

- Pumpkin Apple Available online now

- Pumpkin Carving Available online now

- Pumpkin Pecan Waffles Available online now

- Roasted Pumpkin Butter

- Pumpkin Carrot Cake

- Pumpkin Hayride

- Creamy Pumpkin (This one may not be coming out as home fragrance but is available as hand soap and anti-bac gel)

Sweater Weather line (out on 8/5)

- Sweater Weather Only available in 3-Wick candle for now

- Applewood Bonfire

- Cider Donut Available in 3-Wick 14.5 oz Candle

- Tailgate

- Harvest Gathering

- Pumpkin Woods

- Leaves Only available in 3-Wick candle for now

- Cider Lane Only available in 3-Wick candle for now

- Autumn Available online now

- Marshmallow Fireside Available online now

- Autumn Day Only available in 3-Wick candle for now

Fresh Picked line (out on 8/19)

- Fresh Picked Lemon Mint Leaf Only available in Wallflower bulb right now

- Fresh Picked Spiced Cider Available online now

- Fresh Picked Apple Ale Available in 14.5 oz 3-Wick Candle

- Fresh Picked Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin There is a large array of SCP available here

- Fresh Picked Farmstand Apple Available online now

- Fresh Picked Heirloom Pear Available online now

- Fresh Picked Blackberry Spice Only available in 3-Wick Candle for now And mason jar candle

- Fresh Picked Harvest Coffee Available online now

White Barn line (out on 9/9)

- Sandalwood Citrus Available online now

- Bergamot Woods

- White Barn #1 Nutmeg and Spice Only available in 3-Wick candle for now

- Cranberry Woods Available online now

- Fresh Balsam Available online now

- Cinnamon and Clove Bud Only available in 2-Pack Wallflower bulbs for now

- Black Pepper Bergamot Available online now

- Flannel

- Cedarwood Trail

- Sage & Cedar

- Pinecone

- Vanilla Vetiver

- Coconut Wood

That's it for now, everyone! See anything you're excited for? I sure do!

Evamarie.

It's Wishlist Wednesday Y'all!

Hey everyone! Happy Wednesday! Lindsay and Eva here, checking in on all the exciting things we're looking forward to or having a lemming for at the moment.

Eva: I am so super excited for all the fall candles and home fragrance from Bath and Body Works! I also saw photos of some candle holders with owls that have my name all over them. Hoping there will be soap covers to match!

Lindsay: I can't wait to smell Amber Blush. I know it's not coming out until September but the notes all seem really nice. 

Anything you're looking forward to? Tell us in the comments!

Lindsay & Eva

Products We've Used Up!

Hey all! Just thought we'd pop in to let you know about a few products we've finished up over the last few weeks. 

Eva: I finished up one Summertime S'mores 3-wick candle and a Beautiful Day shower gel! Highly recommend either and they're both still available online and in stores.

Lindsay: I used up a Wallflower bulb in Espresso Bar. It was nice but it was far too strong for my small bedroom. Maybe it would work for someone with a bigger room or a wide open space.

Have you finished up any products recently? If so, tell us in the comments.

Have a great Tuesday everyone!

Lindsay & Eva

Home Fragrance Monday: Sensual Amber

So I know it's not really the season for it, but I have decided to do my review on the Sensual Amber fragrance bulbs! I currently have this one burning in my room and find it very relaxing.

So the notes are quite different from the signature line and include bergamot, fresh plum, lotus flower, and powdery vanilla. I find it quite ironic that it does not include amber in this list. I can't really smell a difference between the two even though lotus flower is the only note they share.

I have been using the same bulb for two weeks and find that it still fills my room better than most scents I've tried. I don't agree with the  BBW website that the bulbs last up to eight weeks, however. I usually find that they lose their strength after one month.

I would have to give this a 10/10 and would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes cozy and warm scents. Sensual Amber is available in two-pack Wallflower bulb refills here.

-Lindsay

Collection Info: Pumpkin Preview July 29th - August 4th

Howdy everyone! I have some information for you about the Pumpkin Preview that's going to be happening at Bath & Body Works for a limited time (July 30th - August 4th). This is going to be just a quick peek at what's to come for fall. Info is credited to here:

- Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, available in Lotion, Shower Gel and Fine Fragrance Mist

- Home fragrance in Pumpkin Cupcake, Pumpkin Caramel Latte, Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Pumpkin Carving, Pumpkin Apple, Pumpkin Pecan Waffles, and Blueberry Pumpkin Patch

- Anti-bacterial soap in Creamy Pumpkin, Pumpkin Caramel Latte, Pumpkin Cupcake, Spice Kissed Pumpkin, Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin and Sweet Orange Pumpkin

- Room sprays in Pumpkin Apple and Pumpkin Cupcake

- Mini candle sampler with six mini candles (fragrances not announced) (In-store only?)

- Wallflower bulb sampler with six Wallflower bulbs (fragrances not announced) (In-Store only?)

- Ceramic Pumpkin Candle holder with a Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin candle which will be $6 with any $20 purchase

Are you all excited? I know I am. I'm a total fall girl so the candles have my name all over them.

Update! The Pumpkin Preview is LIVE and happening now online and in-store! To check it out on the website click through here.

Eva.

New Offer Added: $9 3-Wick Candles!

Hi all! All 3-wick candles from Bath & Body Works are now on sale for $9. There is no code necessary for in store purchases, but online use the code SHINEON.

Are you picking up any candles? I am!

Eva.

Home Fragrance Monday: Summertime S'mores!

Howdy! Eva here, with your home fragrance review for the week! Today I'll be talking about my all time favorite candle from Bath & Body Works, Summertime S'mores!

Photo credit: bathandbodyworks.com

So the description on this candle is "A gooey & guilt-free treat! Toasted marshmallows, crackling campfire and creamy, rich vanilla capture all the sweetness of summer's most loved sweet!" 

I think if I were to become a candle, I would be this. This candle is absolutely perfect. It is sweet and smoky and delicious. It doesn't have the artificial smell that some "campfire" or "marshmallow" candles can get. It is incredibly authentic and the fragrance fills a large room very quickly.

Now, you may be wondering; 'Hey, BBW has a candle called Marshmallow Fireside. That sounds pretty similar. Are they the same?'

If I worked for BBW, I would be inclined to say no. But I am an independent consumer, so having owned and burned both candles, I say yes. This is good news for me, because that means this scent is around almost all year (or at least it has been, because it is returning this coming fall as Marshmallow Fireside).

Summertime S'mores gets an 11/10 from me. All time favorite home fragrance ever. Summertime S'mores is available here!

Now go make yourself a gooey marshmallow treat. It's summer!

Eva.

Home Fragrance Monday: Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin

Happy Home Fragrance Monday, everyone! So every Monday Eva or I will be doing a review for a home frangrance, whether it be candles, wallflowers, car portables or something else offered by Bath & Body Works. 

Photo: Bath & Body Works

This week I have chosen Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin! I know it's a little early for fall, but I love this scent all year round. After falling in love with the signature line fragrance by the same name, I decided to try it in the wallflower and it is equally as delicious. Next to Apple Crumble, it is probably my favorite fall wall flower scent. 

The notes include: pumpkin puree, sweet butter, and vanilla cream. This differs from the body fragrance in the signature line which includes: freshly-sliced pumpkin, crisp apple, and spiced vanilla. 

So as you can see, the notes are different, but the only noticable difference I detect is that the wallflower is a bit more spicy. 

Overall, the quality is really good. I find the lasting power is awesome and one bulb usually lasts me between a month to two months. I have tried their other pumpkin-themed scents (ie: pumpkin caramel latte), but I would have to say SCP is much better. 

Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin isn't available right now, but it has been confirmed that it will be returning this coming fall. The fall home fragrances are going to launch in early to mid August.

I would rate it a 9/10 and recommend it highly!

-Lindsay