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.

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.

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

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