There’s nothing quite like the aroma of a simmering holiday dinner or the crisp scent of fresh pine to transport you back in time. Our sense of smell is powerfully tied to memory—and according to Caroline Fabrigas, CEO of Scent Marketing Inc., you don’t have to wait for December to capture that magic.
Scents That Tell a Story: For Fabrigas, scent isn’t just something you notice—it’s something you feel. After years designing signature fragrances for luxury brands like 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotel, Aman NY, and the Mandarin Oriental Residences, she’s now bringing that same sensory storytelling home to Westchester.
“We curate and diffuse ambient scents that complement everything in a space—from color palette to music to the way guests are greeted,” she says. “Scent is the silent language that completes the experience.”
All of Fabrigas’s blends are crafted in the U.S. and meet the highest safety standards—a level of care that’s made her company the gold standard in global scenting. Her products perfume iconic spaces like One World Trade Observatory and Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s new dining club, Chez Margaux.
The Scent Library Experience: At her Scarsdale Village retail studio, Scentfluence, visitors can explore Fabrigas’s “scent library,” a floor-to-ceiling wall of over 65 custom blends. Organized into categories—fresh & clean, floral & green, citrus & fruity, woody & spicy, and gourmand (vanilla)—the collection invites shoppers to follow their nose.
Each scent tells a story, and Fabrigas delights in helping customers find one that fits their personality, mood, or even life season. Once chosen, scents can be paired with sleek diffusers (available in an array of colors and finishes) or classic candles.
Home Fragrance Tips from the Pro: For those craving something one-of-a-kind, Fabrigas also offers bespoke scent creation—a 12-week process that turns a client’s essence into aromatic form. Her top tips for scenting your space:
• Match scent to mood: Lavender and rose for restful bedrooms; pink grapefruit to energize living spaces.
• Size matters: “Too small a diffuser, and you won’t smell a thing; too large, and it’s overpowering.”
Fan favorites include White Flower Ginger, Sensual Citrus, and Golden Woods, while holiday bestsellers like Douglas Fir, Winter Pine, and Sweet Embers bring cozy, seasonal cheer. You can shop them in person, at Scentfluence.com, and soon—on Amazon.
A Scent That Gives Back: One of Fabrigas’s proudest collaborations this year was with Hope’s Door, a Westchester nonprofit supporting survivors of domestic abuse. Together, they created a fragrance blending red currant, blackberry, and rose with hints of green and musk—designed to evoke grace, renewal, and hope. The scent filled Hope’s Door’s 2025 Gala and continues to raise funds through sales at Scentfluence and the organization’s website. Proof that the right scent can do more than make your home smell good—it can make a difference.
From Shopper to Scent-Maker: If you’d rather make your own fragrance, Honey Notes in Pelham is your new happy place. Founded by writer and entrepreneur Shynae Davis, this cozy candle bar invites guests to craft their own candles, room sprays, or diffusers in a fun, creative setting.
Candle-making is the star attraction. Guests choose a vessel, blend a signature fragrance, pour coco-apricot crème wax, and finish with crystals, glitter, or dried flowers. Each session includes a mindfulness twist—creating a personalized affirmation card. “It helps you focus your energy, act on your instincts, and open yourself to new possibilities,” says Davis. “All you need to bring is your creativity and a positive attitude.”
Mix, Match & Manifest: With over 24 clean-burning fragrance oils, guests are encouraged to mix two or three to craft something truly their own. While the candles cool, participants design affirmation cards—turning the experience into a little self-care ritual. Classes run 60–90 minutes, accommodate up to 24 people, and cost $55 per person—perfect for birthdays, girls’ nights, or date night.
Each visit feels new, thanks to Davis’s rotating lineup of scents. “In December, we bring in spice, apple, wood, cinnamon, and Fraser fir—plus a new white birch,” she says. “People also love cedarwood, cashmere, and musk this time of year.” Her pro tip for blending: “If you’re using three scents, start with the one you want to dominate. You only get one ounce of oil, so make your favorite count!”
Made With Heart: Every Honey Notes candle is hand-poured in small batches with care. “Our candles are made from scratch with passion, joy, peace, and resilience,” Davis says. With elegant packaging, both Scentfluence and Honey Notes make it easy to share joy year-round—with beautiful wrapping, corporate gifting, and local delivery.
Because when your home smells this good, every day feels like a celebration.