Wintering | A Fragrance of Stillness and Reflection

Wintering teaches the art of slowing down. As the world quiets under snow, we retreat inward—embracing solitude, stillness, and renewal.

     Inspired by Katherine May’s Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, this fragrance captures the essence of winter as a season of rest and reflection. May describes wintering as a necessary pause—a time to embrace life’s slower rhythms.

A Mood Board That Became a Fragrance

     We were captivated by the idea of wintering and sought to translate it into scent. It began with a mood board—images of snowfall’s hush, the crisp clarity of winter air, the solitude of conifer woods, and the warmth of retreating indoors.

     From these visuals, Wintering took shape: a fragrance that balances fresh, cool brightness with deep, grounding warmth. A scent that invites stillness, rest, and reflection.

Translating Winter Into Scent

The First Breath of Winter (Top Notes)

Wintering opens with the crisp purity of snow-dusted air and soft, diffused winter light.

• Siberian Fir – Cool, bright, and untouched, evoking a silent winter forest.

• Hinoki – A wood steeped in the meditative calm, grounding the freshness with subtle smokiness.

• Bergamot – A soft citrus glow that mirrors fleeting winter daylight—airy yet subdued.

The Stillness of the Woods (Heart Notes)

As the fragrance deepens, it moves into the quiet solitude of winter forests.

• Balsam Fir – Resinous and grounding, embodying the wisdom of the woods.

• Sweet Marjoram – Earthy and calming, a breath of stillness.

• Ho Wood – Gentle floral woodiness, bridging crisp freshness with emerging warmth.

The Warmth of Retreat (Base Notes)

Like stepping indoors after a brisk winter walk, Wintering settles into quiet warmth.

• Cedarwood – Dry and earthy, subtly smoky, like bare trees standing against the cold.

• Sandalwood – Smooth, meditative, wrapping the senses in quiet comfort.

• Opoponax – Balsamic and resinous, leaving a soft yet lasting depth.

The Final Layers: Sacred & Comforting Accords

Two final layers add depth and dimension:

• Sacred Accord – Palo Santo, Myrrh, and Vetiver create a meditative, reflective aura—like a quiet winter sanctuary.

• Amber Accord – Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin add soft, enveloping warmth—like a wool blanket on a cold evening.

An Invitation to Wintering

Wintering is more than a fragrance—it’s an aromatic ritual. A moment of presence. An exhale into stillness.

This limited-edition natural aromatherapy blend invites you to embrace winter, not as something to endure, but as something to experience.

We hope Wintering inspires you to slow down, breathe in the beauty of the season, and rediscover the quiet magic of stillness.