When it comes to creating and capturing the perfect seasonal ambiance for your home, wax melts are the perfect choice. With their long-lasting fragrance, diverse scent options, and flexibility of swapping one scent out for the other, (not to mention the affordability!) you can use them to celebrate every season in style. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right wax melt for each season? To help you decide, we’ve created this guide to help you choose the perfect fragrance to complement the time of year.
Spring: The Season of Fragrant Florals and Fresh Scents
Spring is a time of renewal and growth, making it the perfect season to fill your home with fresh, floral, and green or earthy scents. Look for wax melts that capture the essence of blooming flowers and dewy mornings of warm earth and sunshine.
The most popular Springtime scent notes include:
- Seasonal florals such as peonies, cherry blossoms, tulips, magnolias, lilacs, freesia, wisteria and lily of the valley
- Fresh herbal greenery such as grass, basil, mint.
- Citrus notes like yuzu and lemons.
- Seasonal Fruits such as strawberries, apricots, blueberries etc.
- Aquatic notes like ozone, rainwater and cucumber.
- Woodsy and earthy notes like vetiver and oakmoss.
Here are a few of our wax melt suggestions for the Spring:
- Our Spring Fling Collection highlights all the floral wonders and delights of the season.
- The Garden Helper - the scent of sweet florals, fresh greenery and earthy succulents, reminiscent of working in the garden.
- Let Me-Owt! : The unmistakable scent of sweet and fresh grass on a warm spring day.
- Hive & Honey : Sweet golden honey with floral hints of spring wildflowers.
- Reading in the Garden - the fresh and clean scent of a garden in bloom, perfect for lazing in the grass and reading your favorite book.
- Sophie’s Secret Garden - The secret scent of delicate florals such as daisies, marigolds, daffodils paired with a fruity hint of strawberry and fresh greenery
Pair these scents with light decor and open windows to bring the freshness of spring indoors.
Summer: The Season of Fun in the Sun
Summer is all about fun, relaxation, and warm sunshine, and your wax melts should reflect that. Opt for scents that capture and evoke warm breezy days spent playing outside, or even a trip to the beach!
The most popular summer scent notes include:
- Tropical fruits such as pineapple, coconut, passionfruit, mango, guava, watermelon.
- Citrus notes of lemons, yuzu, limes and bergamot that are associated with sunshine.
- Oceanic / Beachy notes of sea salt, ozone, ocean air, driftwood reminiscent of days on the beach.
- Tropical Botanicals such as plumeria, hibiscus, frangipani and orchids.
- Boozy notes such as rum and cocktails.
Here are a few of our favorite summery wax melts:
- Sunlit Mornings - Notes of yuzu and lemons paired with warmer earthier notes are meant to capture the zingy brightness of the warm summer sun.
- Garden in the Sky - with hints of salty ocean air and lush tropical botanicals this floral melt is perfect for the summer season.
- Flight of the Warawara- Notes of ozone, saltwater citrus and fresh greenery brings the clean fresh scent of an ocean breeze right into your home!
- Look at It - Bright fruity notes of ripe mango, juicy pineapple, creamy coconut and tart passionfruit blends together into this mouthwateringly tropical fiesta!
- Falling Stars - Notes of citrus, cherries, vanilla and sandalwood blend together to create the nostalgic aroma of enjoying a bowl of fruity cereal while watching Saturday morning cartoons. A summertime classic!
- Howl’s Inner Sanctum - Delectable notes of intoxicating tropical fruit gets blended with fresh berries and pops of zesty citrus for a fun and playful summer scent.
- The Sea Goddess' Blessing - Notes of warm citrus and sea salt mingles with breezy coconut for a more upscale beachy fragrance.
To enhance the summer vibe, consider using these wax melts during backyard barbecues or on lazy afternoons when you're lounging around.
Autumn: The Season of Warm and Cozy Scents
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s time to embrace warm, spicy, and comforting fragrances. Autumn is the season to create a cozy atmosphere with notes that remind you of forest walks through the fallen leaves, iconic pumpkin patches, baked goods and all things cozy... Or spooky! Because Fall is also the season of Halloween where scents that are dark, mysterious, spicy, and a little eerie take the stage.
The most popular Autumnal / Spooky-season scent notes include:
- Fruity notes of pumpkins, apples and blueberries.
- Spices like cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger.
- Earthy and woodsy notes like oak, cedar, birch, pine.
- Smoky and resinous notes.
- Beverages such as teas, coffees and ciders.
- Baked goods such as cakes, pies and cookies.
- Herbal greenery such as sage, rosemary, ferns and fresh grassy hay.
Here are our favs that capture the coziness/spookiness of the season:
- Mystic Forest Trails - Earthy and woodsy notes of oakmoss and pine evoke the beauty of autumnal hikes.
- Little Fox's Forest or Spirit of the Forest - Both these melts feature crisp apples and wonderfully forested notes.
- Beneath the Pumpkin Moon - A delectable gourmet scent of warm pumpkin cakes with hints of spices, maple and blueberry.
- Bonfire Enchantments or Flame's Kiss - Both of these melts feature a wonderfully smoky woodsy element that is complemented by hints of sweetness.
- Midnight Brew or Chai Lattes at Rokuhodo - Both these beverage themed melts feature notes of warm cream and spices such as cinnamon, clove, ginger and cardamom.
- The Witching Hour - leaning into the darker side with more earthy and musky notes of Incense, Saffron, Vetiver, Tobacco Leaves, Patchouli, Bergamot make this a wonderful
- Moonlit Rituals - Featuring notes of ozone, damp earth, mossy forests, and hints of bergamot, lavender and eucalyptus, this refreshingly earthy melt has a bit of an ethereal edge to it
Pair these scents with a nest of cozy blankets, fluffy pillows and a hot drink for the ultimate autumnal experience.
Winter: The Season of Festive and Comforting Fragrances
Winter is the season of celebration and coziness, making it perfect for bold, festive, and nostalgic scents. It's the perfect time to fill your home with fragrances that remind you of holiday gatherings, snowy forests, and warm firesides.
The most popular wintery scent notes include:
- Evergreens such as fir, pine, balsam, spruce, birchwood, and cedars.
- Cooling notes of peppermint, spearmint, mint, eucalyptus and camphor.
- Fruity notes of cranberries, figs, red currants, black berries and citrus.
- Smoky and resinous notes such as firewood, frankincense, oud, and myrrh.
- Warm spices such as cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger.
- Gourmet notes of baked goods like cookies, cakes, pies and tarts.
Here are a few of our favorites:
- We release a Christmas/Holiday Collection every year, so any scent featured there is sure to be a seasonal delight.
- Winter Magic or Christmas in the Great Hall - both these blends while unique to each other featuring a blend of earthy winter pine and warm spices.
- Glacius or Misuzu's Arrival - both featuring cooling wafts of mint and eucalyptus, both these melts embrace the chill of the season with Glacius being more on the sweeter side and Misuzu's Arrival leaning more into the earthy forest side.
- Mulled Cider at the Inn - Nothing hits the spot on a chilly day like a warm fruity and spiced cider. It smells delectable and can bring warmth and comfort to any chilly night.
- Realm of the Snow Spirits - leaning into a more herbal and earthy tone, this melt features notes of snowy pine, cypress, cedar, ozone along with grounding hints of sage, lavender and incense.
- Wrapped in Cashmere - Featuring soft and sweet notes, this warm and creamy blend embodies comfort.
Use these melts to embrace the chilly spirit of the season or to combat it with warmer spiced notes to create a cozy atmosphere.
Year-Round Favorites
Some wax melts work beautifully in any season. If you’re looking for versatile scents that adapt to your mood or decor, consider these timeless scent note options:
- Citrus Blends - melts featuring citrus can brighten up any space with a wonderful zing often associated with sunshine.
- Fruity Blends - Melts featuring fruity notes such as apples, pears, coconut, plums, raspberry work great year round and can add fun whimsy to any space.
- Aquatic/Marine Notes - melts that feature ozonic, airy or watery notes can be calming and refreshing.
- Earthy/Greenery - Fresh and natural, notes of fresh grass, vetiver, warm earth and vegetal greenery can soothe the soul in any season.
- Woody - Notes such as cedar, teakwood, palo santo and oakmoss can be calming and grounding in all seasons.
- Vanilla and Amber - A soft, comforting aroma that works year round to add a touch of sweet warmth.
- Clean Linens - Fresh and simple, ideal for everyday use. Who doesn't love the scent of freshly laundered clothes?
- Sandalwood and Musk - These notes are wonderfully warm and inviting scents for all seasons.
- Spicy/Aromatic - Whether its sweeter notes of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, cardamom or earthier richer notes of saffron, sage, black pepper, and even incense, spiced aromatics can complement any season whether they're in a gourmet fragrance or a more earthy and woodsy blend.
- Florals - While some florals are more seasonal, others like lavender, jasmine, honeysuckle, roses, orange blossoms, violets and magnolias are light and fresh florals that work great in all seasons.
While these notes are phenomenal on their own, combining a few of them together can create some truly spectacular blends.
Some of our year-round favorites include:
- Soot Sprite Delight - This whimsical blend is delightfully earthy, warm and sweet with notes of pine forest, fiery sooty notes and a playful sugar candy.
- The Castle's Flaming Heart(h) - With notes of burning logs in a hearth and a citrus spice hint of bergamot and clove, this blend is as unique as the fire demon that inspired it.
- Laundry Day At Star Lake - nothing beats the scent of freshly washed linens hung out to dry. And this melt takes it even further by featuring notes of lakeside mountain air with warm grassy undertones.
- First Cup - Nothing beats the delightful scent of freshly brewed coffee. Strong and potent this melt works well in any season at any time of the day or night. Its no wonder that this is one of our most popular blends in our Coffeehouse Collection
- Toxic Jungle - Wonderfully potent with notes of vegetal greenery, ozone and rich earthy moss, slight hints of aquatic notes and light florals puts you right into the heart of this themed jungle. If you love earthy green fragrances then this one will be a delight throughout the year.
- Gothic Cathedral - Leaning more on the masculine and mystical side, this blend features rich wood notes complemented by undertones of musk, amyris, leather and incense to capture the ancient feel of its inspired namesake.
- Always - Dark and sensual, clean notes of musk, cedar and vetiver play with hints of moss and marine notes. This melt leans more on the masculine side without being overwhelming.
- Rainfall at the Bus Stop - Delightfully themed, this melt is as whimsical as it is grounding. With fresh notes of maine rainfall cascading down onto thriving forest greenery and finally to the deep earthy richness of warm earth, this melt is perfect for nature lovers who enjoy earthier tones.
- The Witch's Familiar - Sweet, sultry and earthy, this floral melt is grounded by earthy tones that keep it from being too sweet or flowery.
- Fey Friends - Perfect if you're a fan of fruity blends, notes of apples and pears blend with forest notes of evergreens, oakmoss and woody cedar.
- Shadow Realm - This blend is dark, mysterious, and holds a meditative vibe as notes of incense, smoky Palo Santo wood, resinous oud, dark musk, leather and a warm amber mingle together.
A lot of these melts are on our best seller list and for good reason! They work wonderfully at any time of the year and their theming and scent notes can instantly transform your space and set the mood.
Our Tips for Choosing the Right Wax Melt
1. Consider Your Mood: Do you want something energizing, calming, or nostalgic? The right scent can transform both your mind and your space.
2. Match the Occasion: Choose a scent that complements your activity, whether it’s a dinner party or a quiet night in, or even a themed movie night!
3. Experiment with Layers: Mix and match scents to create your own iconic custom blend that's perfect for every moment and season.
4. Don't limit yourself: While some scents may seem season specific, it's your space and it should smell however you want it to. So if you're in the mood for some pumpkin spice in the middle of spring, then absolutely go for it! Why not vibe with peppermint in the summertime, it's just as fresh and fun as it would be in winter! The bottom line is you don't have to restrict yourself to the seasons unless you want to.
That said, rotating your wax melts to match the seasons, can keep your home feeling fresh, cozy, and inviting all year long and can really set the mood of the season and give you something to look forward to. Whether you prefer fruity summer scents or earthy autumnal aromas, there’s a wax melt for every time of year.
So go ahead and explore our collections of handmade wax melts to find your perfect match, and with scents and fragrances in all categories and for all seasons, you're guaranteed to find your next favorite, whether its seasonal or year round! ^_^
- Kitty.
