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Frequently Asked Questions

Floral fragrances are centred around flower and blossom notes such as jasmine, tuberose, peony, orange blossom and lavender. Depending on what they are blended with, they can smell fresh and delicate, creamy and sensual, or warm and softly enveloping.

Not necessarily. Some floral scents have a soft sweetness, while others are fresh, aromatic or woody. At Elm & Grey, our floral fragrances are layered with citrus, fruit, amber, woods and herbs to create more balanced and sophisticated scents.

Floral fragrances work beautifully in bedrooms, bathrooms, living spaces, guest rooms and dressing areas - particularly where you want the atmosphere to feel soft, welcoming and elegant.

No. Floral notes can be combined with woods, amber, herbs and citrus to create fragrances that feel sophisticated and balanced rather than overtly feminine.

I particularly like including this question because it quietly deals with one of the biggest objections people can have to the word “floral”.

Yes. Use a reed diffuser for continuous background fragrance, a candle for slower moments, a room spray for an immediate lift, and matching hand care to extend the scent into everyday routines.

Choose Bergamot, Jasmine & Coconut for something fresh and serene; Blackcurrant & Tuberose for richer fruity florals; Myrrh & Tonka for something soft and cocooning; Orange Blossom & Juniper for a brighter aromatic floral; or Velvet Peony & Oud for the most elegant and sophisticated option.

Keep candles away from draughts and trim the wick before each burn. For the first burn, allow the wax to melt evenly across the surface to help avoid tunnelling.

For reed diffusers, place them away from direct sunlight, radiators, strong draughts and open windows. Turn the reeds less often for a softer, slower fragrance release, or more often if you want a stronger scent.