Bath & Body Works has long been known for pushing the boundaries of perfumery, but its latest offering on Candle Day takes the cake – or rather, the pickle. The company's 14th annual sale event brought forth an assortment of limited-edition candles infused with scents that are more likely to elicit a gag reflex than a smile.
Among the most... interesting offerings is "Holiday Dill-ight," which captures the essence of a jar of pickles and is supposedly inspired by the quirky tradition of dill-flavored snacks during the holidays. Another contender for "most puzzling" is the "Sundae Funday" candle assortment, featuring an array of ice cream flavors that somehow manage to evoke a sense of discomfort.
However, it's the "Perfect Pairings" collection that truly takes the cake – or rather, the entire table setting. Described as "fun and unexpected foodie fragrances," these candles promise to transport you to a world of gastronomic delights gone wrong. Take, for example, the Chips & Salsa candle, which promises an "aroma of bottomless tortilla chips and fresh salsa." Online reviews paint a far different picture, with critics describing it as "nasty just nasty" and "like smelling bad, spoiled salsa."
Even the Pizza & Ranch candle fares no better, earning a paltry 1.6 stars out of 126 reviews. As one reviewer put it, "Whoever came up with these candles should be punished." It's safe to say that Bath & Body Works' latest offerings will be a hard sell for many.
The company's chief merchandising officer, Betsy Schumacher, insists that the Candle Day sale is a cherished tradition that delivers high-quality products and unique fragrances. But one can't help but wonder if some of these scents are better left in the realm of fiction. After all, who wants to gift their friends with a candle that makes them gag?
Among the most... interesting offerings is "Holiday Dill-ight," which captures the essence of a jar of pickles and is supposedly inspired by the quirky tradition of dill-flavored snacks during the holidays. Another contender for "most puzzling" is the "Sundae Funday" candle assortment, featuring an array of ice cream flavors that somehow manage to evoke a sense of discomfort.
However, it's the "Perfect Pairings" collection that truly takes the cake – or rather, the entire table setting. Described as "fun and unexpected foodie fragrances," these candles promise to transport you to a world of gastronomic delights gone wrong. Take, for example, the Chips & Salsa candle, which promises an "aroma of bottomless tortilla chips and fresh salsa." Online reviews paint a far different picture, with critics describing it as "nasty just nasty" and "like smelling bad, spoiled salsa."
Even the Pizza & Ranch candle fares no better, earning a paltry 1.6 stars out of 126 reviews. As one reviewer put it, "Whoever came up with these candles should be punished." It's safe to say that Bath & Body Works' latest offerings will be a hard sell for many.
The company's chief merchandising officer, Betsy Schumacher, insists that the Candle Day sale is a cherished tradition that delivers high-quality products and unique fragrances. But one can't help but wonder if some of these scents are better left in the realm of fiction. After all, who wants to gift their friends with a candle that makes them gag?
[Scent-sational Fail: Candle Day Edition](https://tenor.com/gf8y3u) 
The "Perfect Pairings" collection is like someone took all the weird food combinations and put them in a jar... or a candle. 
"Whoever came up with these candles should be punished"... lol, someone's gotta keep it real! 
I'm literally obsessed with these new pickle-themed candles from Bath & Body Works!!! 
I mean, can you even imagine getting a candle that smells like spoiled salsa or bottomless tortilla chips?! 
It's like they took all the weird food combinations and turned them into actual fragrances. I need to get my hands on those Chips & Salsa and Pizza & Ranch candles ASAP! 
I'm also low-key impressed by how confident Betsy Schumacher is in her products - she's either a genius or completely insane... 
and chips & salsa candle?? that's just nasty 
i mean i guess some ppl might actually buy this stuff for a laugh but for real? gift someone a candle dat makes dem gag? no thanks 
, 2020: $148M 
, 2021: $160M 
, 2022: $180M 
, and this year? A whopping $220M 
! The company's confidence is on point but seriously tho... who thought pickle-flavored candles were a good idea 
That's like a fail rate of 93%! Meanwhile, some other scents are actually selling pretty well... like the "S'mores Please" one which is getting rave reviews 
they're literally like what's wrong with these people?! 
it's like they took all the worst smells in life and put them in candles... not cool, BBW 
I guess some people might actually think these scents are fun, but personally I'd rather stick with my boring old vanilla or lavender candles any day 
?! I'm just not sure why people would voluntarily spend money on candles that are literally meant to make you go "eww" 
. And 1.6 stars out of 126 reviews for the Pizza & Ranch candle? No wonder!
guess you just have to be one of those people who enjoys smelling spoiled salsa 
. I guess you could say their Candle Day sale is a real gas – especially for our noses