Those of you who have been reading this month have probably noticed a specific theme. This is the last post for September so I just wanted to mention one more amazing power that scent has to offer. Aside from it's ability to act as a time machine, and it's ability to teleport us from place to place and one season to the next, it can also alter our moods. Scent has the ability to sooth and calm, energize and invigorate. Scent can make us feel more happy and content, and even more romantic.
If you have ever had one of those days when it feels like your world has gone completely insane, the house is a mess, the kids are screaming, you have piles of work to do, the husband is hungry for a snack and for some reason doesn't seem to understand that pouring a bowl of cereal is something even he might be able to manage on his own. Before you turn into Monster Mommy, and start biting of the heads of innocent bystanders, reach for a calming scent. Absinthe Daydream, or Lavender Fields for Lampe Berger are perfect. Take ten nice deep belly breaths, and you can instantly feel the stress and tension melting away. An added bonus, use these around bedtime, and your little ones wont even know what hit them.
Now think about your morning routine. Mine consists of trying to force myself to be a healthy and responsible adult, and then trying to drag my daughter feet first from her bed when she refuses to get up. This is something I would rather not do most mornings. Here is a little trick I am going to try next week. Since my husband is usually the first one up I am going to ask him to get the fragrance going so that I wake up to a scent that is pleasant, and invigorating. My favorite pick me up is Lemon Flower( I have had a friend say that my house smells "Yummy" when I use this scent. Is there any better compliment?). Other scents include Grapefruit Passion, Orange Blossom, Green Apple, Sweet Pear, and Zest of Verbena. All for Lampe Berger, all equally yummy. These scents also induce a feeling of happiness.
And last but certainly not least, for all the romantics out there try scents that are floral and a little bit exotic. Scents that are a little sweet are good too, but I wouldn't recommend anything that makes you want to run to the kitchen for a big slice of cake, or a sandwich. Wild Orchid, Radiant Iris, are lovely in small doses. Vanilla Gourmet is a more subtle foodie scent, and in my opinion perfect. A scented candle like Moon Struck is also nice.
So there you have it everything you have ever wanted to know about scent, and then some. October is going to be a very exciting and fun month in The Galleries, and online. We are choosing our Customer Question of the Month today at 11:59 P.M. If you would like to submit a question message Galleries Vernal on Facebook today. We will be posting this question on Saturday, October 1, 2011.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Warm Up, Cool Down,
After the last post I did a little research about different scents. As it turns out scent not only evokes memories, it can also make you feel warmer, or cooler. Here is a quick guide to help you find the fragrances that can help you feel warm and cozy, or fresh and cool. I will also write about another fun way to use scent.
Seasonal Scents are the fastest way to welcome a new season into your home. Right now some great choices are Apple, Apple Cinnamon, Apple Pie, Cinnamon buns, Cranberry, Pumpkin Delight(which may be the most welcoming scent ever), Red Hot, Gingerbread, Orange Cinnamon or Spiced Cider. I don't know if I am feeling warmer right now, but I do know that my mouth is watering. Which brings me to another point scents can also make you hungry. If you are watching what you eat you might prefer, Winter Wood or Heavenly Spruce. All of these scents make the house seem warm and inviting.
For Spring and Summer think light fresh scents like Grape Fruit Passion, Lemon Flower, Orange Blossom, Zest of Verbena, Fresh Eucalyptus, Fresh Linen, Lilac Blossom, Summer Rain or Paradise Punch. All of these scents make your home feel refreshed, light, and breezy.
Travel isn't always easy,or even a possibility, but since scent is closely tied to memory you can use it to stay on vacation permanently(if only in you mind). With fragrances like Atlantic Tide, Caribbean Tonic, New Orleans, Borneo Teak Wood, and Sea Mist a trip around the world is just a breath away.
Seasonal Scents are the fastest way to welcome a new season into your home. Right now some great choices are Apple, Apple Cinnamon, Apple Pie, Cinnamon buns, Cranberry, Pumpkin Delight(which may be the most welcoming scent ever), Red Hot, Gingerbread, Orange Cinnamon or Spiced Cider. I don't know if I am feeling warmer right now, but I do know that my mouth is watering. Which brings me to another point scents can also make you hungry. If you are watching what you eat you might prefer, Winter Wood or Heavenly Spruce. All of these scents make the house seem warm and inviting.
For Spring and Summer think light fresh scents like Grape Fruit Passion, Lemon Flower, Orange Blossom, Zest of Verbena, Fresh Eucalyptus, Fresh Linen, Lilac Blossom, Summer Rain or Paradise Punch. All of these scents make your home feel refreshed, light, and breezy.
Travel isn't always easy,or even a possibility, but since scent is closely tied to memory you can use it to stay on vacation permanently(if only in you mind). With fragrances like Atlantic Tide, Caribbean Tonic, New Orleans, Borneo Teak Wood, and Sea Mist a trip around the world is just a breath away.
All of the fragrances mentioned are available for purchase at The Galleries.
Friday, September 23, 2011
The Power of Scent
Lately I have been thinking about the power of scent, and how it can evoke memories. When I smell apple pie I instantly think of my Grandma Annie's house on Sunday afternoon's. How even when I wasn't hungry I knew that I would be eating that pie or pay the consequences. She never made pumpkin pie, but a fall favorite for our family was squash pie. When it was time to leave we always got a big kiss that we were not allowed to wipe off until we were well out of Grandma's eagle eye view.
Then there was my own home. To say that my parents worked full time would be an understatement. They worked nonstop, and never took a vacation. My parents owned a little drive in burger joint, a local legend for those who remember, many in our little community do. You could find my mom there cleaning at daybreak, and my father would close every night. My parents would come home from work and smell like The Polar King. We were greeted by the smell of delicious hamburgers, and fresh cut french fries.
Another scent that reminds me of my mother is Est`e Lauder Youth Dew in the Blue bottle, and it really does smell different in that blue bottle, no matter what anyone says. While on a cruise a few years back I was seated four tables over from a woman about the same age as my mother who was wearing this same scent. After dinner I was compelled to walk up to her and tell her that I loved her perfume. I also asked her if it was from the blue bottle. Yes, I probably looked like a nut, but that didn't stop me from asking.
As for my father there is no scent on earth that I miss more than Marlboro Reds. I know it seems strange but whenever I smell someone smoking his brand I get teary eyed, and miss him painfully. A few months after his passing I was in a common outdoor area of the USU campus, walking from the bookstore to my history class, when suddenly I walked through a cloud of smoke. I had a knee jerk reaction, and turned around expecting to see him. Of course it wasn't him, just some undergrad quietly pondering life's mysteries. I made the time to sit down on a nearby bench for just a minute or two, and breath in that scent.
One last example, every Wednesday a neighborhood friend would come over to help my mom with the laundry, ironing and some household chores. I always loved Wednesdays. The house always smelled like crisp clean laundry, a little bit of bleach and a spicy scented candle. I could smell it from the street, and would rush to the door and take a big deep breath. The house smelled like Wednesday.
Now That I have a family of my own I wonder what kind of scent triggered memories I am creating. What will my own daughter remember? Will she notice that I light my White Cotten candle when I clean or work on laundry? Will she remember that I like the house to smell like baked goods when we have company? Does she notice that I only use my Lampe Burger Lemon Flower scent to chase away a fowl mood?
These are my memories, and my favorite scents, but what are yours? Tell us your story.
Then there was my own home. To say that my parents worked full time would be an understatement. They worked nonstop, and never took a vacation. My parents owned a little drive in burger joint, a local legend for those who remember, many in our little community do. You could find my mom there cleaning at daybreak, and my father would close every night. My parents would come home from work and smell like The Polar King. We were greeted by the smell of delicious hamburgers, and fresh cut french fries.
Another scent that reminds me of my mother is Est`e Lauder Youth Dew in the Blue bottle, and it really does smell different in that blue bottle, no matter what anyone says. While on a cruise a few years back I was seated four tables over from a woman about the same age as my mother who was wearing this same scent. After dinner I was compelled to walk up to her and tell her that I loved her perfume. I also asked her if it was from the blue bottle. Yes, I probably looked like a nut, but that didn't stop me from asking.
As for my father there is no scent on earth that I miss more than Marlboro Reds. I know it seems strange but whenever I smell someone smoking his brand I get teary eyed, and miss him painfully. A few months after his passing I was in a common outdoor area of the USU campus, walking from the bookstore to my history class, when suddenly I walked through a cloud of smoke. I had a knee jerk reaction, and turned around expecting to see him. Of course it wasn't him, just some undergrad quietly pondering life's mysteries. I made the time to sit down on a nearby bench for just a minute or two, and breath in that scent.
One last example, every Wednesday a neighborhood friend would come over to help my mom with the laundry, ironing and some household chores. I always loved Wednesdays. The house always smelled like crisp clean laundry, a little bit of bleach and a spicy scented candle. I could smell it from the street, and would rush to the door and take a big deep breath. The house smelled like Wednesday.
Now That I have a family of my own I wonder what kind of scent triggered memories I am creating. What will my own daughter remember? Will she notice that I light my White Cotten candle when I clean or work on laundry? Will she remember that I like the house to smell like baked goods when we have company? Does she notice that I only use my Lampe Burger Lemon Flower scent to chase away a fowl mood?
These are my memories, and my favorite scents, but what are yours? Tell us your story.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Wall Flower
This morning as I woke up at the usual time and noticed a change in the light outside the bedroom window. Yes, I believe that Autumn is really here. The changing of the seasons is a very exciting time at The Galleries, and tonight I had the most amazing experience. I invited myself to help out after hours.
There was an electric, creative energy in the air. I only intended to stay for a few minutes, but the excitement was so contagious that I quickly became caught up in it myself. Everyone that I have the opportunity of working with is unbelievably talented. I am constantly inspired by their artistic visions.
As I mentioned earlier I only planned to stay a few minutes, but two hours quickly passed before I even looked at a clock. I had to leave soon after I realized the time. Everyone else was just getting started. I couldn't wait to write about my evening.
Tomorrow The Galleries will look fresh and new. Ready for Fall, and one step closer to the exciting events looming on the horizon. I would just like to thank everyone who worked so hard tonight. I will be posting pictures very soon.
There was an electric, creative energy in the air. I only intended to stay for a few minutes, but the excitement was so contagious that I quickly became caught up in it myself. Everyone that I have the opportunity of working with is unbelievably talented. I am constantly inspired by their artistic visions.
As I mentioned earlier I only planned to stay a few minutes, but two hours quickly passed before I even looked at a clock. I had to leave soon after I realized the time. Everyone else was just getting started. I couldn't wait to write about my evening.
Tomorrow The Galleries will look fresh and new. Ready for Fall, and one step closer to the exciting events looming on the horizon. I would just like to thank everyone who worked so hard tonight. I will be posting pictures very soon.
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