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Capture Golden Hour with Candela, Prose’s Limited Edition Winter Fragrance

December 2, 2019

2 Min read

Master perfumer Karine Dubreuil-Sereni has done it again. The woman behind Prose’s seven original scents is back to conjure up a limited edition winter fragrance that is sure to melt away any and all winter chills. Meet Candela, a warming, woody holiday scent that boasts spicy hints of nutmeg and soothing vanilla. Find out how Candela came to be and what emotions it evokes for Karine, below.

What was your process like when designing Candela? 

When designing Candela I imagined the winter season, which for me evokes spending the holidays in the mountains with all the sensorial cravings that you have during this time of year.

Did you draw inspiration from any particular places? 

A chalet with an open fire, the warmth of the cozy indoors during the cold holiday season and a stroll in a snowy, peaceful forest.

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Can you speak on the notes in Candela? What makes it the perfect winter fragrance? 

Candela is a woody composition based around the warm, spicy notes of nutmeg and the resinous notes of white wood with creamy vanilla also evoking the sweet flavors of holiday treats. The sheer, soft notes of musk that feel like a cashmere sweater on bare skin and the leather notes of a cozy sofa or armchair by the fireplace also lend a hand in Candela.

How does Candela make you feel? What images does it conjure up for you? 

I picture a snug and homey, yet luminous, place. I feel the sensation of sensual and warm well-being and imagine a peaceful moment with family and friends.

Who do you think will love Candela? 

A lot of people will enjoy Candela. From nature and forest lovers to gourmets who adore the sweet and spicy notes of vanilla and nutmeg. The scent may even be quite nostalgic for some and cause them to reminisce on their grandmother’s baking.

Since Candela brings a sense of calm and coziness to those who smell it, what do you do to cultivate calm or moments of quiet in your daily life? 

I try to schedule some alone time for meditating and reading. I also like to walk around Paris, simply looking at the sky and the light. I’ll also go for long strolls in the forest or countryside. Dancing, singing and playing music also helps me to wind down and cleanse my mind and body.

 

In need of some Candela this winter? Take your Prose consultation here and scoop up this limited edition fragrance while you can! 

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Emily is Editorial and Content Assistant at Prose. She handles all things blog and magazine (hey we have a print magazine by the way, casual). She’s a NYC transplant as so many are and is just as obsessed with the city as she thought she’d be. Follow along with all her adventures (Prose ventures included!) on Instagram.

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  1. I would love a sample of it iv bought to many products and was not happy with them. Id like to see how your product works with my hair

    1. Since your custom filled products are made to order, we aren’t able to provide samples! However, we do have a 100% satisfaction guarantee and we’ll always stay with you on your hair journey to make sure your custom formulas are perfect for you ?Don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any questions, Maria.

    2. Hi Maria! Since your custom filled products are made to order, we aren’t able to provide samples! However, we do have a 100% satisfaction guarantee and we’ll always stay with you on your hair journey to make sure your custom formulas are perfect for you ?If you’re not in love with your custom filled products, just let us know. You can receive adjusted formulas free of charge, or you can return your order for a full refund. we’ll provide the prepaid shipping label. If you have any questions, just let us know

  2. Please bring Candela back! It’s the best fragrance I’ve ever smelled. I will never stop buying Prose if Candela is available.

  3. Please tell me that this fragrance will be coming back! It’s my favorite, and I was pretty bummed that it was only billed as a “limited edition” and that I had to pick out a new scent for my next order. I’m someone who struggles with scents under best circumstances where I get to sample it first before committing, let alone a shot in the dark with best guesses based on your profiles. I was very pleasantly surprised by how much I love this fragrance, and I’ll be honest when I say that I’m on the fence with trying the other scents you have listed now. I would love it if Candela was offered year round.

    1. We’re so happy to hear that you fell in love with Candela this winter! Our limited edition fragrances are introduced every few months to align with the energy of the season and give our users something new to try. While we cannot confirm at this time if Candela will be back, we’ll be sure to let our team know that the Prose community wants to see its return!

  4. Every so often I look to see if the Candela scent has returned so I can return to prose. Please, please, please bring it back. We are seriously begging here. Maybe sell a perfume of it. That would be amazing! ?