Choosing a home fragrance is a bit like choosing a perfume, a playlist, or a drag name—it needs to reflect your personality, set the right mood, and make people say, "Damn, that smells amazing."
Here’s how to pick a scent that does more than just smell nice. It should make your space feel like you—whether that’s goth cottagecore, dark academia, or a queer boudoir fantasy.
1. Match Your Mood (Or the Mood You Want)
Scents are emotional shapeshifters. Feeling anxious? Lavender, chamomile, or sandalwood have your back. Need a confidence boost? Citrus and eucalyptus say, “Get it, babe.” Trying to seduce someone (even if it’s just yourself)? Vanilla, rose, or patchouli are your go-tos.
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2. Consider the Space
Big rooms love bold scents—think deep ambers or spicy woods. Smaller spaces, like bathrooms or bedrooms, benefit from soft florals or fresh linen vibes. Your goth dungeon? Go wild.
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3. Seasonal Scents are a Thing (But Not a Rule)
Warm, spicy, and smoky scents are cozy in colder months. Fresh, fruity, and floral notes shine in spring and summer. But if you want to burn pumpkin spice in July? You do you, boo.
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4. Listen to Your Nose, Not the Hype
Just because everyone is obsessed with sea salt and sage doesn’t mean you need to be. Trust your instincts. If a scent makes you feel good (or powerful, or nostalgic, or horny), that’s the one.
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5. Let the Scent Tell a Story
Our Imperial Infusions collections are built around storytelling—scents that transport you to a moonlit forest, a Victorian séance, or a bougie speakeasy. Choose the one that speaks your language.
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Final Sniff: Choosing a scent shouldn’t be overwhelming. It should be fun, personal, and maybe even a little dramatic. Whether you’re new to wax melts or building a candle shrine, Imperial Infusions is here to help you sniff smart.
Browse our candle and wax melt collections to find your perfect match.
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