The Home Fragrance Brands Designers Swear By for Their Own Homes—Starting at $14

"I love the ethos of this brand—slow, regenerative farming, and hand-made craftsmanship. Candles set the tone and mood for any space as they fill the air—much like the interiors should have care and thought, so should the objects that fill your home. I love their tomato scent: it's fresh and bright without the artificial sweetness a lot of mass-produced candles have!"

—Taylor Mattos, senior designer at Rinfret, LTD Interior Design

"I've been a fan of the Pura diffuser for years. I have two at home and one in the office. I love the versatility of alternating between two scents in each diffuser, which keeps a home from feeling tied to just one fragrance. In the mornings, I lean toward light and citrusy notes, such as Yuzu Citron, which combines orange, grapefruit, and peach blossom. Evenings call for something richer, like Santorini with fig, currant, and sandalwood. With such a wide array of options, I can shift the fragrance palette with the seasons from fresh and bright to cozy holiday scents like fir and balsam to create the perfect atmosphere year-round."

—Brad Ramsey, founder of Brad Ramsey Interiors

"I always have candles burning to help set the rhythm of my day. Since I began working from home more, I’ve leaned on scent as a way to signal to my body when it's time to shift gears. While I’m working, I love the crisp brightness of Flamingo Estate’s Climbing Tuscan Rosemary to keep my energy sharp. To unwind, Byredo’s Bibliothèque candle is a go-to; warm, rich, and grounding. "

—Brad Thornton, founder and lead designer of Thornton Projects

"I like to hide these in the corners of a space."

—Christina Jones, principal & creative director of Twenty Eighth Design

"This is a fragrance I admire deeply. We incorporated the large diffuser in the Great Room, which we designed for this year’s Hampton Designers Show House. Subtle yet undeniably sensual, the scent envelopes the space with a soothing allure. Its composition, where the brightness of green lemon meets the warmth of tonka beans, both anchored by the distinctive depth of Cedarwood, captured the attention of hundreds of visitors who lingered and inquired about it. A true testament to a fragrance versatile enough to enrich both personal spaces and vibrant public spaces. For the showhouse, Baobab were generous enough to offer it to us in liquid form with diffusers, however I do enjoy having the candle at home."

—Ahmad AbouZanat, founder of Ahmad AbouZanat Studio

"We're obsessed with Jo Malone's Velvet Rose & Oud scented candle. We love the rich, warm vibe it sets for any room of the home. The deeper tones blend with the sweetness of roses, creating an atmosphere that feels both romantic and grounding. It feels like more than a fragrance; it’s a mood, a memory, and a moment of pure indulgence. We love it!"

—DuVäl Reynolds, owner and principal designer of DuVäl Design LLC

"I love this potpourri: this will sound totally weird, but it smells like a barn (in the best way.) The first time I smelled it, I was immediately transported to pony camp, age eight. There's a woodiness to it, like a cedar tack trunk. There's also beautifully floral musk to it, with a subtle hint of tea tree oil, which makes me nostalgic for fly spray. (It's a horse girl thing.)"

—Tara McCauley, founder of Tara McCauley Interior Design

"The Moro Dabron × Jamb candles are a recent indulgence, admired as much for their vessels as their fragrances. Candle I captures the richness of antique wood and historic interiors and is a sublime addition to any space."

—Jeremy D. Clark, principal designer of Jeremy D. Clark Interior Design Studio

"I have a deep love for the Flamingo Estate products, specifically their Roma Heirloom Tomato Candle and their Rosemary & Clary Sage Hand Soap. The company makes it beyond easy and user friendly by offering a subscription service, so just when you're running low it feels like a new package miraculously appears. I've also started gifting the hand soap to new moms; I love the idea of giving something they might not think about (or remember!) to get themselves."

—Maggie Dillon, founder of Maggie Dillon Interiors

"A home fragrance I am loving lately is from Élevée, a boutique in Boston's Beacon Hill. When I walked into the shop, I fell in love with the scent and had to have it. It's called Figue Ambree and has a lovely spicy fig smell that is not too strong and smells fresh but warm. It's a scent that feels appropriate for any time of year."

—Kerri Pilchik, founder and designer of Kerri Pilchik Design

"I am actually not usually a scent person, but one of our local showrooms gives Alora Ambiance diffusers during the holidays, and I absolutely love the subtle, elegant fragrance they add to our design studio. The company is local to MN, but the product is inspired by travel to Italy. It is a reed diffuser, so it does not turn on and off, but the way the scent diffuses in the space is lovely and not overpowering. I love that the company has a scent quiz to guide your choices (and one of the options is "subtle," which I appreciate), and the scents are categorized by Fresh, Floral, and Warm and Woody. Makes it so easy to get it right."

—Heather Peterson, founder of Heather Peterson Design

"Hinoki Fantôme by Boy Smells is pretty much the only candle I ever buy, and I keep one in every room of the house. I personally gravitate toward amber and woody scents. I'm pretty sensitive and find that most floral-scented candles give me a headache. This is very sophisticated and musky."

—Tara McCauley, founder of Tara McCauley Interior Design

"This diffuser fills my entire house with fragrance, instantly elevating the atmosphere. It also doubles as a chic decor piece...perfect for a sideboard or console table. My personal scent favorites are Haltane and Althaïr."

—Drew Michael Scott, founder of Lone Fox Home

"I've been a fan of Maison Louis Marie for years, especially their No.04 'Bois de Balincourt' Perfume Oil. It's my everyday scent, warm, slightly woody, and grounded in sandalwood, cedarwood, and vetiver. I love that I can layer it throughout my home with their matching candles. Every time I burn one, guests immediately ask about it and comment on how incredible the house smells. It's one of those rare fragrances that feels both signature and timeless."

—Katie Labourdette, co-founder of Hearth Homes Interiors

"Diptyque's Temple des Mousses candle steals the show on so many levels. From a design perspective, the stylish moss green glass container, composed of three stacked tiers that resemble a colored monolith, is a masterpiece in itself. Imagine that it was inspired by a Zen garden at the foothills of Mount Arashiyama in Japan, where 120 rare moss species flourish. Its unique sensory experience embodies woody accents of green moss, bark, and lichen, and notes of matcha. It is ideal to place on your bedside table to wind down prior to falling asleep or even incorporate it into your meditation routine. I also love the fact that you can order refills, making it less pricey if you fall in love with the scent like I did."

—Ania Agárdy, interior designer of Explore & Decor

"This is hands-down one of my all-time favorite candle scents. It perfectly captures that fresh, earthy aroma of the air just after a rainstorm. Living in LA, where rainy days are rare, I love lighting this candle to bring a cozy, calming vibe into my home."

—Drew Michael Scott, founder of Lone Fox Home

"My favorite fragrance brand right now is Azuna, especially their pet line. What I love about Azuna is its subtlety—it makes the air feel fresh and clear without ever being overwhelming. With Sophia Marie [his dog] at home, I love knowing Azuna is safe, natural, and brings this effortless freshness that elevates the space.”

—Evan Millárd, principal designer of Millárd

"I am a big fan of this Arhaus Spiced Vanilla and Oakwood candle! I've been using it in recent projects, and I love how the scent is strong enough to travel through the house without overwhelming it. It's delicate yet potent, leaving a clean scent with notes of oak and sugary spices throughout your home. I also love the look of this smoked glass even when the candle is not lit!"

—Galey Alix, founder of Galey Alix Design