With Labor Day quickly approaching, it’s hard not to start feeling those end-of-summer blues creeping in. Longer days, sun-soaked afternoons, flip flops, breezy summer dresses, and of course, those mouthwatering seasonal treats and unforgettable scents are about to become a memory until next year. But, there’s a surprising summer scent that’s making waves and hopefully here to stay as we wave goodbye to the season: tomato!
Yes, you read that right—tomato! It’s not your typical candle fragrance, but let me tell you, this one has gained popularity since the summer of 2023. Picture this: I’m at an event when a customer walks up and asks if we have a tomato-scented candle. My first reaction? Total surprise. But, I’m always up to the challenge of creating unique scents. I dove into the tomato-scented world, and guess what? I found out big-name brands had already jumped on the trend with tomato-scented everything—soaps, candles, you name it.
Lucky for me, my favorite candle supply company had just the base scent I needed. To make it uniquely Oh D'Luxe, I added hints of garden mint and a touch of top soil, and voilà! I created our Ruby candle—a bright red, flavor-packed sensation that’s become one of our top sellers. Named after a special little girl and inspired by the ruby tomato, this candle is a summer standout.
So, when Apartment Guide reached out and asked us to share our top summer scent for their article “Smells of the Season: The Ultimate Guide to Summer Scents", picking Ruby was a no-brainer. It’s not just our customers’ favorite—it’s quickly become a personal favorite of mine and has truly captured my nose and heart.
You can read the Apartment Guide Article HERE.