BOY SMELLS CANDLE

ASH:
Sometimes you have to burn everything down to start new. Notes of dry hay and black charcoal permeate rare woods. A lingering accord of lemon peal and charred clove add brighter tannins to the top of the scent. A minimal smoke note runs through the entire the body of the scent, reminding us of the circular nature of renewal.

CAMEO:
An epic floral scent, one that combines strength and softness, the elusive virtues of grace, difficult to find in a not-always-kind world. The spice of crystallized ginger, warmth of vanilla, and the grounding sacred feminine of rose act as conduits for compassion. Inspired by Wedgewood porcelain and the Andy Warhol polaroid of Dolly Parton, CAMEO is absurdly pretty, to a subversive degree. Named after the 18th century stoneware pendants, depicting portraits in profile, Cameo evokes the the pastel tones of blue and pink typical of the Neoclassical style.

CEDAR STACK:
Making a classic wood scent pretty is right up our ally— and that is exactly what happens in best-selling CEDAR STACK. An instant classic since day one at Boy Smells, expect notes of cedar chips and dried tobacco led into deeper resinous floral notes, while peppercorn and dried ginger add a snap to its woody heart. Both modern and nostalgic, it is instant glamping in a candle.

CINDEROSE:
Inspired by the subversive floral photographs of Gregory Crewdson, Cinderose exposes the sinister side of beauty. Cosmetic notes of rose de mai, tuberose, and hedione and are mixed with burnt spices and smoked woods to create a scent that is beautifully troubling. A clash of traditionally feminine and masculine notes, this scent deals in polarities that are undeniably addictive.

HINOKI FANTOME:
The resinous combination of sacred Japanese cypress and jasmine petals are uniquely wrapped in rich amber glow. Warm and meditative with an element of earthy spice and soft woodland moss. Best described as complex, balanced, and meditative, studies note hinoki's vibrant timber can induce physiological relaxation. A best seller and absolute year-round necessity to invigorate the senses.

LES:
In the French language, LES is the plural article used for both masculine and feminine nouns, a very genderful word indeed. It is also the acronym for one of New York City’s most vibrant cross-cultural neighborhoods—picking up on notes of rice powder, peach blossom, cardamom, cedar and pear, to name just a few of its many notes, much like the bodega and wholesale food suppliers synonymous with the area.