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We can’t all go to Hogwarts and explore the secret land of wizardry, but you can experience a school equally as magical.

Welcome to IOGWARTS (Imperial School of Witchcraft and Wizardy), complete with it’s very own Sorting Hat ceremony.

Now, for those of you that don’t have magical powers like us, here’s a quick refresher for our Muggle friends.

The Sorting Hat ceremony is a yearly ritual held at the beginning of each school year at Hogwarts. As the name suggests, a Sorting Hat is placed on each students head to examine their mind and assign them to one of four Houses based on their ability and personality.

The big question is…will you be in Gryffindor, house of the brave; or Slytherin, cunning and devious? Place the hat on your head to find out!

1. Gryffindor

‘You might belong in Gryffindor,
Where dwell the brave at heart,
Their daring, nerve and chivalry
Set Gryffindors apart.’

Classmates: Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley.

2. Hufflepuff

‘You might belong in Hufflepuff
Where they are just and loyal
Those patient Hufflepuffs are true
And unafraid of toil.’

Classmates: Newt Scamander, Cedric Diggory and Nymphadora Tonks.

3. Ravenclaw

‘Or yet in wise old Ravenclaw
If you’ve a ready mind
Where those of wit and learning
Will always find their kind.’

Classmates: Luna Lovegood, Gilderoy Lockhart and Filius Flitwick.

4. Slytherin

‘Or perhaps in Slytherin
You’ll make your real friends
Those cunning folk use any means
To achieve their ends.’

Classmates: Severus Snape, Draco Malfoy and Lord Voldemort (yuck!).

Love Harry Potter? Check out our NEW Secret Potion Bath Bomb and find your hidden charm inside.

You’ve probably heard perfume connoisseurs talk about ‘fragrance notes’ like it’s chipotle sauce.

But what are fragrance notes, and do they really matter? Let’s take it back to the basics.

Put simply, fragrance notes are used to describe the different components that make up a scent.

Top Notes 💙
First impressions count, right? Top notes are the initial fragrances that appear and consist of small, light molecules that evaporate quickly. Like a good movie trailer, they are designed to capture your attention and lure you in.

Middle Notes 💜
After the top notes fade, the middle notes (or heart notes) begin to sneak in. They are much more complex than top notes and are considered the heart of a fragrance. Generally speaking, middle notes are often dressed as floral or fruit tones (with a hint of spice) depending on the fragrance.

Base Notes ❤️
It’s all about the bass, bout’ the bass, no treble. Meghan Trainor jokes aside, base notes provide depth and solidarity. They are the foundation of the entire fragrance and offer lasting qualities.

All 3 notes work seamlessly together, like a beautiful symphony, to create a little piece of magic.

And that ladies, is the 101 of fragrance notes.

The nights are getting colder, fluffy blankets are making an appearance, and Autumn is well and truly on its way.

Don’t panic! We’re sharing our TOP 5 Autumn Essentials to help you master the seasonal transition.

1. Scented candles 🍂
From spicy aromas to sweet and fruity notes, finding the perfect candle to enliven your home is essential. Feeling creative? Why not create your own Autumnal blend by combining different wax melt scents.

2. A cosy jumper 🛍️
Seasonal changes are the perfect opportunity to update your wardrobe. Trends come and go, but a cosy jumper will forever be your best friend. Stay classic, invest in quality and you’ll have a gem that will last you years to come.

3. Bath treats 🛀
Ahhh! Bask in a luxurious scent and transform your bath (or shower) into a magical experience. 30 minutes turn into 3 hours and before you know it you, your swept into a ‘midnight sparkle’ (see what we did there).

4. Books 📖
Whether your dreaming of summer days or winter nights, a great book is the perfect sofa companion. Dive into your favourite novel and let your mind transcend a different world.

5. Hot Drinks ☕
Hot drinks are finally back on the menu! It’s time to swap the Ice Teas for the Gingerbread Lattes (spicy with a dash of syrup, please). Who else is planning on making hot beverages a mandatory ritual?

We’d love to know your favourite Autumn essentials.

Banana Peanut Butter, Napoleon and Caramel Swirl, Vanilla Cream Pie…the list goes on 🍨

With the hot weather taking the UK by storm (ironic, we know), we couldn’t resist jumping on the ice cream bandwagon.

For those of you that are wondering what in the salted caramel we are talking about, July is National Ice Cream Month and we couldn’t be happier.

But what genius created the tastiest month of the year and why?

In 1984, USA President Ronald Reagan declared July as ‘National Ice Cream Month’ and the third Sunday ‘National Ice Cream Day’.

The event was created to celebrate ice cream in all its glory. In the words of Ronald Reagan “…[ice- cream] is the perfect dessert or snack food”. And we couldn’t agree more.

So, how should you celebrate Ice Cream Month? After all, it’s probably the most important date of the year (well, in the eyes of a dessert connoisseur anyway) 😍

Eat ice cream, more ice cream, and even more ice cream. Okay, we’re kidding. But this month, we grant you a guilt-free pass to eat whatever delectable treats your heart desires.

And for those of you minding the calories? You can smell our beautifully scented products instead (our Red Velvet Cake candle is amazing). There’s no need to thank us, we’re just doing what we love best.

What’s your favourite ice cream flavour?

At Imperial Candles, our goal is to create the ultimate scented gift experience. Call us bias, but here are 5 REASONS to LOVE our products.

1. Meaningful Ingredients ⭐

We are passionate about using premium ingredients blended with the finest fragrance oils. No toxic additives, no extra nasties, just great quality gifts.

2. Stunning Jewels 💎

We love surprises! Our beautiful products hide a piece of Sterling Silver or Gold jewellery inside worth between £10 – £2,000. Which jewel will you discover?

3. Vegan Friendly & Cruelty Free 🌿

Rest assured, Imperial Candles products are vegan friendly and cruelty free; they do not contain any animal ingredients or derivatives. We love our little furry friends. It’s what we stand for. It makes us who we are.

P.S – How cute is our office Cat, Saphhy?

4. Lovingly Handmade ❤️

Each product is lovingly handmade in the UK at Imperial Candles HQ. Yes, that’s correct. Our candles and bath products are freshly handmade to order by our team of gift lovers or as we like to call them, scented unicorns.

5. Empowering Others 👑

We are passionate about empowering people to achieve greatness through entrepreneurship. Want to be rewarded for sharing your love of Imperial Candles? Visit our website to find out more details.

It’s International Bath Day this week (yes, you read correctly) and we thought it’s only fair our beautiful bath bombs get some lovin’. And who can blame us? Our luxurious bath treats are super-relaxing and packed with BOMB-tastic ingredients.

So, we’ve put together the ultimate bath bomb swoon list. In non-lingo terms, our favourite bath bombs.

Did we mention? Our jewel bath products hide a cute piece of jewellery inside worth between £10 – £2,000. Swoon alert!

1. Cherry Berry 🍒
Flaunting a dreamy design that looks good enough to eat (please don’t eat this), Cherry Berry was one of the first Imperial bath bombs we created. It’s no wonder this fruity little treat holds a special place in our hearts. Fill up your bath tub and enjoy an invigorating cocktail of rich cherries and fresh berries.

2. Midnight Sparkle 🌟
When the sun sets, turn your bath into the ultimate sparkly experience. Let your skin be pampered with a unique mix of fizzy champagne and sweet pear. Hands up, who can’t get enough of this beauty?

3. Crazy in Love ❤️
Feeling sassy? This bath bomb will have you looking crazy in love and we’re not just talking about Beyoncé. Indulge in a flirtatious scent of sweet raspberries and watch your sassiness hit the roof. Girl, get ’em!

And if you don’t have a bath, our new shower jellies are equally as amazing. Go on, take a peak on our website.

Your secret’s safe with us…

What’s your favourite Imperial Candles bath bomb?

If you think emojis are still the hottest trend, you better think again. There’s a cool craze in town and it’s taking the online world by storm.

‘Graphic Interchange Formats’ (also known as GIFs) are playing a major role online and creating a new way to express your feelings.

For the newbies (or those living under a rock), GIFs are animated images that resemble short looped video clips. Genius if you ask us. Although they have been around for years, GIFs are making a 90s inspired comeback with the help of social media.

After all, what better way to show your sassiness than a Beyoncé hair flick.

If you’re a social media fan like us, you’ll know the importance of a good GIF. Like all good BFFLs (best friend for life) we’ve shared our top social media-worthy GIFs with you below.

1. Happy

When you’re super excited but you’re trying to keep it cool online, this is the GIF for you.

You know, the same kind of happiness when your friend introduces you to a Prince?

But sometimes keeping cool isn’t an option and you have to wild-out like an 80s American sit-com.

2. Sarcastic

For the days when all you know is witty remarks, it’s time to bring out the classic Judge Judy eye-roll.

3. Sad

Even when you’re sad, you still have to keep it sophisticated. We learned from Queen B herself.

4. Party

Oh, and how could we forget the partying too…

Let’s be honest, no words can express the happiness of a Leonardo DiCaprio GIF.

Moral of the story…GIFs are life. We love GIFs. GIFs are the best.

What’s your favourite GIF?