Tuesday, September 2, 2014

Bath & Body Works | Holiday Candles 2013 and 2014

September 2, 2014
 
With the release of the new holiday test candles yesterday, and the rest in some "test" stores tomorrow, we got a first look at some of the names of candles to come this Holiday Season.
 
And while the collections list names now may not be all that we see releasing, it did spark some interest as to what has happened to our favorites from last season.
 
Here are some that we had then 2013:
 
Snowday Collection:
  1. Winter--
  2. Fresh Balsam--with the first big snowfall of the season comes the delightful scent of balsam and fir trees layered with notes of fresh eucalyptus.
  3. 'Tis the Season--Rich, red apples, green pine and a touch of golden cider combine to capture all the joy and activities of the holidays."
  4. Sparkling Icicles--"As sparkling as the ice at the local skating pond, this fragrance features a citrus bouquet, bergamot and a touch of holiday moss."
  5. Spiced Wreath--The spirit of the holidays is in the air with the fragrance of a cinnamon bark wreath, featuring accents of creamy vanilla and rich, red apples."
  6. Snow Day- a bright and joyful blend of spruce branches,  peppermint and sweet vanilla that captures the fun adventures of a snow filled day.
  7. Vanilla Snowflake--the delectable fragrance of creamy vanilla, winter mint and a touch of coconut evokes a dreamy, snowflake filled day
 
 
White Barn Holiday
  1. Apple Garland--"Celebrate the season with an abundant blend of apples, ripe cranberries and fresh balsam"
  2. Autumn Snow-- Experience the first unexpected snow of the season with a crisp blend of peppermint, evergreen and balsam..
  3. Fireside--An inviting reminder of warm embers in the fireplace - sweetened with notes of leather, sandalwood and rich amber."
  4. Frosted Cranberry-- inspired by ripe red cranberries, dusted with fresh snow in a blend of juicy peach, raspberry and vanilla.
  5. Good Natured Christmas--created to be shared with the ones you love, a good natures Christmas blends creamy white birch, smoked vanilla bean and a hint of musk. 
  6. Snowed In--Spend the day indoors, preparing for the perfect holiday with the uplifting fragrance of fresh juniper, sugared sap and sage!
  7. Vanilla Cedarwood-- a creamy vanilla blend that captures the beauty of a dusting of woodland snow- features cedarwood and amber notes.
  8. Vanilla Firewood--"A smooth blend of creamy roasted vanilla, smoky firewood and a hint of cedar that's the perfect match for any holiday evening".
  9. White Barn no 2 Chestnuts and Clove
  10. Winter
  11. Winter Fig--embrace the approaching winter with the fragrance of a fresh fig blended with black spruce and a hint of sugar.
 
Celebrations
  1. Champagne Toast-- pop, clink, and sparkle with an effervescent blend of champagne, juicy nectarine and black currant 
  2. Black Tie-- your perfect escort to any holiday party- green sage, sandalwood and Tonka bean.
  3. Party Dress-- an unforgettable blend of orchid petals, billowing light peony and soft jasmine that's fitting for any occasion
  4. Cranberry Pear Belini--bubbly and delicious, a bright blend of sparkling cranberries, sweet pear nectar and luschious black currant.  Cheers!
  5. Peach Belini-- a shimmering holiday twist on a classic blend of white peach, tart black currant and a splash of juicy orange.
  6. Hot Buttered Rum--"An indulgent blend of buttered rum, vanilla and a hint of smooth caramel that's perfect for your winter party
 
Holiday Traditions
  1.  Buttercream Mint--a melt in your mouth holiday treat inspired this blend of buttercream, mint and a touch of caramel.
  2. Cinnamon Frosting--"Top off holiday celebrations with the scrumptious scent of grated cinnamon and cloves, vanilla bean and whipped buttercream."
  3. Cinnamon Caramel Swirl-- the ultimate blend of creamy caramel, cinnamon and sweet vanilla creates the most delectable fragrance treat.
  4. Frosted Cupcake--
  5. Frosted Gingerbread--inspired by our favorite family recipe, a fragrant blend of gingerbread and creamy icing makes the perfect gift for your or someone you love.
  6. Merry Cookie-- a bowl of cookie dough made from the very finest ingredients was the inspiration for this simply magical holiday scent--pure vanilla, butter and sugar.
  7. Mint Chocolate--"Indulge in this minty and merry blend of cool peppermint, creamy milk and rich dark chocolate."
  8. Red Velvet  Cake-- this southern classic is perfect for the holidays ~ rich vanilla frosting and authentic red velvet cake. 
  9. Twisted Peppermint-- merry and bright peppermint celebrates the season with notes of vanilla and sugary musk in this cheer filled scent.
  10. Vanilla Bean Noel-- a holiday favorite ~ a creamy blend of vanilla bean, rich cocoa and sweet cream with a touch of caramel and brown sugar. 
  11. Winter Candy Apple--A cheerful, yuletide blend of candied apples and spiced orange zest, with a touch of winter musk!
 
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* From what I have read the Snow Day line is now called Snow and Slopes. 
And these (X'd below) are part of it....as well as
Alpine Frost
Hot Buttered Rum
Mahogany Teakwood
Spiced Apple Toddy
Ski lodge
 
Snowday Collection:
 
x -fresh balsam
x-marshmallow fireside
x- sparkling icicles
spiced wreath
snow day
x- tis the season
x- vanilla snowflake
x- winter
 
* Is there a Collection to come to add some of these???
White Barn Holiday
 
apple garland
autumn snow
fireside
frosted cranberry-now in HT
good natured christmas
snowed in
vanilla cedar wood
vanilla firewood
wb # 2 chestnuts and clove
winter
winter fig
 
*The Celebrations Line seems to be now called Mistletoe and Martinis and includes:
(X'd below) as well as:
Pink Peppermint Twist
 
Celebrations
 
x- champagne toast
x- black tie
party dress
x- cranberry pear belini
x- peach belini
hot buttered rum
 
 The Holiday Traditions  we have seen seems to be changed up a little bit by adding a new Bakery Collection that they know we LOVE and by putting some scents from Holiday Traditions in there and by keeping these regulars (X'd below) as well as adding:
Evergreen
Holiday
Frosted Cranberry
Chestnuts Roasting
 
Holiday Traditions
 
buttercream mint
cinnamon frosting-now in wb bakery
x- cinnamon caramel swirl
frosted cupcake
merry cookie
mint chocolate
red velvet cake
x- twisted peppermint
x- vanilla bean noel
x- winter candy apple
 
 
*And the new White Barn bakery Collection--Made With Love will have:
 
snicker doodle
pumpkin gingerbread
butterscotch toffee
cinnamon frosting
espresso
cinnamon clove buds
 
 
So, will any of the other candle scents and/or names not yet shown from last year show up this year?  Who knows....All we can do is keep watching social media for photos of new....and I will keep looking for lists, like I always do.  :)
 
 
 HOLIDAY/CHRISTMAS TEST SCENT LIST 2012
HOLIDAY TRADITIONS line:
Peppermint Mocha ---Treat yourself to the fragrance of one of winter's sweetest pleasures-peppermint, vanilla cream and cocoa topped with marshmallow.
Toffee Crunch ---- A merry medley of crunchy toasty English toffee, salted pretzels and a decadent caramel drizzle combine to create a mouthwatering scent.
Cinnamon Frosting ----Top off holiday celebrations with the scrumptious scent of grated cinnamon and cloves, vanilla bean and whipped buttercream.
Merry Cookie --- A bowl full of cookie dough made from the very finest ingredients was the inspiration for this simply magical holiday scent-pure vanilla, butter and sugar.
  
Twisted Peppermint ----A merry blend of spearmint and mandarin, layered with iced peppermint, vanilla extract and sugar musk.
 
Frosted Gingerbread ---- A warm Spicy scent that conjures up the magical smells of a holiday kitchen-gingerbread, whipped vanilla frosting sprinkled with light brown sugar.
 
  
 
Winter Candy Apple---a cheerful yuletide blend of candied apples and spiced orange zest with a touch of winter musk.
 
 
  
Vanilla Bean Noel---Warm your heart on a cold winter's night with a delicious medley of fresh vanilla bean, warm caramel, and rich comforting cream.
  
Sugar and Spice---Cinnamon, Nutmeg, allspice and sugared maple combine to make a fragrance that captures everything that's nice about the holidays.
 
 
  
SPIRITS OF THE SEASON line:
  
Holiday ----- A fragrance that captures the warmth and spices of the holidays with a special blend of cinnamon and clove highlighted by sprightly bergamot.
  
Twinkling Night ----An inspired, shimmering fragrance to set the scene for the perfect holiday fete-luscious blackberry and sweet nectar layered with notes of dark woods and patchouli
  
Sparkling Icicles ---As sparkling and luminescent as icicles on a tree under a winter's moon, this fragrance combines moss, bergamot with the perfect finishing touch-a citrus bouquet.
  
Spiced Apple Toddy---Celebrate the stars on a clear winter's night with warm & toasty blend of apple brandy, spiced plum infused with mulled cider and tart cranberry
 
  
Merry Mistletoe----Celebrate under the sweet scent of blue spruce, frosted cranberry and a kiss of citrus.
  
Peach Bellinie---A classic Italian cocktail with a twist mixes bubbly white peach, tart blackcurrant, jasmine and a splash of juicy orange
  
Cranberry Pear Bellinie---Cheers the holidays with a bright blend of sparkling cranberry, sweet pear nectar and luscious blackcurrant.
 
WHITE BARN line:
  
Cashmere---Wrap up in the soft and comforting fragrance of warm ginger, sweet amber and creamy vanilla, as the first snow of the season falls gently to the ground.
Fireside---Fill your home with a cozy blend of cedarwood, leather and rich deep amber that warms you up like an evening by a crackling fire on a dark winter's night.
Winter Night---Sweeten up your home! Inspired by bright moonlight and a distant fire on a crisp, winter night, this lively fragrance unites fir tree, warm cypress and clove bud as they blend perfectly with cedar and a touch of incense
  
Sandalwood Vanilla---This romantic fusion of exotic sandalwood and luscious caramel with notes of fresh juniper and vanilla is a sweet way to heat things up during a winter chill.
  
Marshmallow Fireside---Celebrate the changing season with a warm blend of marshmallows, smoldering woods and creamy vanilla reminiscent of a cozy evening 'round the bonfire.
Cinnamon Clove Buds---This warm and spicy blend of classic cinnamon, simmering clove buds and exquisite vanilla is sure to bring back happy memories of beloved holiday traditions!
Cranberry Woods---This woodsy and fruity favorite combines fresh, tart cranberries, blackcurrant and warm cinnamon bark to create one delightful, spicy fragrance.
  
Hot Buttered Rum ---Cozy up with this richly indulgent treat on a frosty, winter's night-buttered rum, smooth caramel and just a hint of bourbon
Fresh Balsam---Like evergreen woods on a clear fall morning, our refreshing blend of crisp eucalyptus, fir needles and cedarwood musk notes is an invigorating and timeless treasure.
Thanksgiving---Give thanks and fill your home with a delicious blend of sweet potatoes, nutmeg, pecans, vanilla and melted butter that smells almost good enough to eat!
  
Snowed In ----Spend the day indoors, away from the cold wind, decorating for the perfect holiday with the inspiring fragrance of fresh juniper, sugared sap and sage.
WB #2 Chestnut and Cloves---A rich mixture of dark chestnut, crisp cedar and fresh cloves conjures up heartwarming memories of the coziest and happiest holidays
 
SNOW DAY Line:
  
Vanilla Snowflake ----This delectable fragrance of creamy vanilla, winter mint and touch of coconut evokes a dreamy snowflake filled day.  
Twisted Peppermint----Merry Mint-mas! Candy canes go wild with bright and merry notes of vanilla and sugary musk in this cheer-filled holiday fave.
  
Evergreen---Enjoy a magical blend of crisp fir balsam infused with sparkling mint and white pine, inspired by walking on fresh snow through crisp woods to find the perfect Christmas tree!
  
Frosted Cranberry---Fill your home with holiday magic with this sparkling blend of white cranberry, juicy peach and raspberry, infused with pure joy!
  
Winter---Sweeten up your home! Invite the wintry essence of glittering icicles and sparkling snowflakes indoors with notes of pine needles, fir balsam and winter woods.
'Tis The Season----Tis the season for fragrance! Fill your home with iconic fragrances of the season as golden apples, deep green pine and a touch of ground cinnamon blend to create a timeless and heartwarming scent


Bath & Body Works | Holiday Traditions Candle label thoughts

September 2, 2014
 
Day two after the photos of some of the new holiday test candles released and I am still smiling big after seeing so many new collections pictures.  I am still taking them all in, as I wait to see other photos of candles more close up before really deciding on my opinions of all of the labels....But last night I was really checking out the new Holiday Traditions Candles and comparing them to years past.
 
A friend and I got to talking about the Holiday Traditions Signature Body Care collection for 2014 wondering what the packaging is going to look like after seeing these almost juvenile looking labels and we said we thought that these resembled last years Holiday Signature Body Care....
 
I posted the pictures of last years items below and you can see the Holiday Tradition candles really didn't match the theme of the Body Care..... Yet this years does. A bit.
 
I liked the signature labels on both the body care and home fragrances...and even though the colors all worked well together, the cute little winter girl wasn't carried through to the candle labels.
 
And now this makes me wonder even more what the Body Care for 2014 is going to look like.
 
What are Your thoughts?  Visit me  here  and let me know. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Holiday Traditions 2013 Body Care
 
 
 
Holiday Traditions Candles 2013
 
 
 
 
 
Holiday Traditions 2012
 

Sunday, August 31, 2014

Bath & Body Works | Pre- Labor Day Sale Purchases | Candle Thoughts

August 31, 2014
 
My week has been crazy busy. With hubby working 6 days a week 12 hours a day and my trying to take care of everything else (with a problem with my eyes)...including painting projects outside...my plate has been full and migraine filled.
 
Add into that my fun work of writing stuff early in the morning or late at night...the brunt of it all piles on me on the weekends.  So while I haven't been posting a ton of writings here, that is not to say I haven't posted photos and information on Facebook. 
 
And in the mix of all of this I am trying to get a finalized...this list of the Holiday test candles that we all know should be coming out.  I checked my writings last year and at this time last year I already had my candles from the Customer Service place....so we are a bit behind in getting the information out.
 
I keep hitting a few road blocks....which I am sure the company is happy to read.  I understand their wanting for whatever reason to put these candles out in certain locations to see how they do....but they need to understand all that does is make some richer.  As soon as they are spotted, ebay and IG sellers load up on them in the stores and flood the secondary market....or so I was told.  I do believe it because I did see it with the Fall Test Candle Scents...and heard the moans from store managers.
 
I say it again...put the candles on the web page first...get a feel of what people are liking...  put limits on how many each person can get if you need to....then load up your stores for big time sales.
 
When I say I have checked stores... I really have checked stores....and this is what I know so far....
 
We are going to see really soon this line of candles I have been talking about for some time now....finally come out with the next signature fragrances and I was told they are the colored glass jars and they are $30.00 each and beautiful.  Some stores have them in already just not placed out for sale....but that being said, some WB stores may put them out this Tuesday evening for floor set.  Maybe....{a few of the stores told me so, but I don't count on anything until I see it}
 
 
NEW* Home Fragrance Candles
 Colored Glass with full decoration around the jar
$30.00
Coming to all stores with the Wild Madagascar Vanilla Signature Fragrance
 
Intrigue and Opulence
 
Baltic Black Pearl
pink peppercorn, vetiver, liquid amber
 
Cardamom and Suede
golden apple, cardamom, rich woods
 
Crimson Velvet
pomegranate, velvet orchid, blonde patchouli
 
Sapphire Sky
sugared citrus, granny smith apples, white cedar wood
 
Smoked Berries and Incense
vibrant cranberries, smoked cinnamon, incense
 
Sparkling Amber
sparkling amber, cashmere woods, Tonka bean
 
Topaz Waters
pristine waters, lily blossom, white woods
 
Golden Woods
black pepper, vetiver, pine needles


Now this scented candle  WMV should appear when the fragrance line launches later in September...the 29th I think.

New *Signature Home Fragrance
 
Wild Madagascar Vanilla
pear blossom, mandarin nectar, Madagascar Vanilla



So what is next regarding Holiday?  It's funny... I am told right now there are four collections...and that the candles are in the stores...and when I asked anything about them.....CRICKETS.  I ask when can I find out more....and I am told to call back....okey dokey....

So...there are four collections so far.  Now we all know things change on a dime so there could be many more planned...this is just what one store told me that was confirmed but two other stores.

Names?  Well there is the Snow and Slopes line....and definitely a Holiday Traditions line....and the others, well I will just need to call back when they told me to.  Here are the candle names for the snow and slopes and the White Barn Core and Seasonal.....Now I am not sure if they are considering the White Barns as part of the collection names....in a bit we will find out.

Oh and Holiday is scheduled so far to set November 2nd.

Trust me... I am as excited as you all are to know the names.... it does make me happy....  I can't see or buy the candles easily now with them putting the kibosh on purchases and stores no longer doing phone orders..... { drats!!!!}  but that is okay....if they didn't need my hundreds of dollars...  :)

I am hoping that my friends who are lucky enough to get to a store that is hosting the new holiday candles will share a few {hundred} photos.  :)



New * Home Fragrance 2014
 
Snow and Slopes Collection
 
Alpine Frost
frosted clementine, snow covered pine and fir balsam
fresh balsam
hot buttered rum 
mahogany teakwood
marshmallow fireside
sparkling icicles
spiced apple toddy 
tis the season
vanilla snowflake
winter

White Barn Core Collection
 
Eucalyptus Mint
Japanese Cherry Blossom
Lavendar Vanilla
Limoncello
Mahogany Teakwood
 
White Barn Seasonal Collection
 
Bergamot Woods
Cinnamon Clove Buds
Cranberry Woods
Fireside
Fresh Balsam
Leaves
Renew and Refresh
Sandalwood Citrus
 
Thanksgiving Feast
tart cranberry, holly berry, touch of cinnamon
 
Thanksgiving Harvest
harvest pumpkin, spice clove, vanilla cream
 
Thanksgiving Morning
pumpkin waffle batter, powdered sugar, pure maple syrup
 
Tiki Beach
Watermelon Lemonade

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The other day when I posted that big huge list of names of candles, there were the new candles from Opulence in there but also a few old friends.....  I am guessing these will be part of one of the collections we don't know yet.

alpine frost   
at eucalyptus spearmint
autumn
autumn mums
autumn night
autumn sky
Baltic black pearl
banana nutmeg bread pudding
bergamot woods
black tie
blackberry bramble tea
bourbon butterscotch
caramel pumpkin swirl
cardamom and suede
cayenne caramel
champagne toast
cranberry pear belinni
cranberry woods
eucalyptus mint
farm stand apple
fireside
flannel
fresh balsam
green apple orchard
harvest gathering
harvest peaches
heirloom pumpkin
hot buttered rum
japanese cherry blossom
lavender vanilla
leaves
lemon mint leaf
limoncello
mahogany teakwood
marshmallow fireside
peach belinni
pumpkin apple
pumpkin caramel latte
pumpkin cinnamon bun
pumpkin cupcake
pumpkin pecan waffles
pumpkin sugared donut
salted caramel corn
sandalwood citrus
sea salt and maple popcorn
smoked berries and incense
sparkling amber
sparkling icicles
spiced apple toddy
spiced pumpkin cider
sweater weather
sweet cinnamon pumpkin
sweater weather/sweet cinnamon pumpkin/pumpkin apple
tailgate
thanksgiving feast
thanksgiving harvest
thanksgiving morning
tis the season
topaz waters
trick or treat
vanilla chai
vanilla pumpkin marshmallow
vanilla snowflake
warm caramel cider
wasabi apple
winter
 
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As soon as I get a completed list of Holiday Tests I will post it.  Just know I am doing all I can...
 
Now here are a few peeks at todays shopping damage....
 
I received two different mailers from Victoria's Secret advertising their new Fearless Scent.. one for a free panty and one for a free mist.  I chose the Untamed Love Spell. I did try the new Fearless and my initial thoughts were older lady scent.... like a nana scent, when it first went on me....  it dried down okay but I am not sure I would spend the big bucks they want for it... 
 

I received two we love fall mailers from bbw for mini candles and I chose these for my mini pumpkin domed holders. 


I didn't have a good photo of the owl soap dispenser so I shot this one...  This store that was one of 20 that set early was sold out of all of the gift sets I shared last Monday and a bunch of other things I wanted.  I am glad I got to see and buy what I did and now when my stores set for Wednesday morning I will already know what to look for.

 
I got this cute apple half sleeve $9.50.  I am not sure for what yet but it was cute.
 

 

 

I grabbed 5 of these purrfect potion hand soaps and one vampires blood.  Sadly I didn't get them for the $3.00 sale the day they were offered but what can you do when you cant get to the store. 


 
 

I grabbed one of each of these lip glosses... buy 2 get one free...priced at $8.00 each



 The Smart soaps in the two new scents were out, priced at $8.00 each or 3 for $18.  I need to get my slip adjusted as the sale price didn't come up and I missed it at the register talking about the upcoming holiday info.
 


 


 
This was a bagged gift of two mini candles and two pocket bacs with a coupon for $11.00 candles for $10.00.   This coupon starts September 29th....the other candle coupon in the coffret starts this Wednesday.


The fall sprays were out and on sale today.... $3.00


And I grabbed another Pumpkin Pecan Waffle 2 in 1 as it is very yummy.  And five pumpkin spice pocketbacs and the Autumn TMC.
 
 
And here is a picture of the Walmart candles everyone is talking about that are suppose to be made from the same manufacturer that BBW candles are made at, and are suppose to be really good dupes.  I did buy one tonight, the Pecan Waffles to try for myself.
 
 
 
 
So that was my pre-Labor day sales shopping...{other than two Halloween ornaments in Hallmark} I purchased Snoopy and the Dracula....