Black Cypress Candle

The balsam fir, woody sage, rock rose and bayberry scents of Apotheke’s Black Cypress candle combine for a rich fragrance that’s ideal for wintery days. Crafted from a soy wax blend that burns for approximately 60 to 70 hours, the candles are made in the US. This particular iteration comes in a white ceramic vessel (contrasting the deep green wax) with a clean design that …

Six Tomato-Scented Candles for Autumn

Subtle reminders of the freshest produce from the summer season

Easing into fall often requires cherishing the sense memories of summer—warmth from the sunniest days, the frequency of fresh produce on the palate and perhaps a touch of salt breathed in through the air. Tomatoes certainly brighten late-summer meals and now several brands look to the beloved fruit for its ability to lighten the scent profile at home. Some of the options we’ve selected focus …

LA’s Secret Project Elevates Underground Music Festivals

New DTLA festival offers a more mature musical palette with food and cocktails to match

This past weekend in Downtown Los Angeles, Secret Project kicked off its inaugural multisensory experience. While a music festival by appearance, as the subversive name suggests, Secret Project aims to upend predictable, stale festival tropes. Most obviously, Secret Project strives to set itself apart from the bevy of LA musical gatherings with its line-up: an impeccably selected roster of highly regarded yet underground house and …