Aside from the tree itself, festive fragrance really is one of the easiest and most effective ways to add ambience to your home. Try placing CIRCA’s Limited Edition Raspberry & Rhubarb Fragrance Diffuser in communal areas — such as the kitchen or sitting room — to infuse bright, zesty, fruity notes into the air.

Alternatively if you’ve got kids or pets in attendance, try the Raspberry & Rhubarb & Coconut & Watermelon Liquidless Diffuser Set — you’ll get all the benefits without spills and mess, plus the sleek curved design compliments any home aesthetic. You can even create your own unique fragrance, pairing the Raspberry & Rhubarb Scent Stems^TM with Vanilla Bean & Allspice Scents Stems^{TM —} together the duo smells good enough to eat!

Is there anything lovelier than a candlelit dinner with friends and family? CIRCA’s soy candle in the Limited Edition Gingerbread Cookies fragrance is sweet, delicious and a little nostalgic, adding to that homely, freshly-baked feeling – Geneva’s (@genevazanderzeil) top choice. The antiquated gold vessel also casts a lovely, subtle flickering light, too, and instantly takes your table from everyday to a luxurious, festive affair. "I love to add touch points of scent throughout the table to delight all of the senses for my guests, with delicious scents, amazing food and a beautifully laid table,” Geneva (@genevazanderzeil).

When it comes to hosting meals, pick one or two show-stopping elements — such as a roast turkey or baked ham — and keep everything else relatively simple. A tossed green salad, fresh crusty sourdough and store-bought condiments are all easy options. When it comes to dessert, pick something that can be prepared the night prior such as a berry trifle, tiramisu or, if you’re really in a pinch, fresh cherries and a box of quality chocolates. Use your best china and serve with a side of CIRCA’s gold antiquated glass candle vessels, and for the cherished guests place CIRCA’s bon bons featuring mini candles for an elevated, festive finish.  

As for those spur-of-the-moment gatherings, keep some no-fuss snack options on hand that will save you time and effort. A few cheeses, quality crispbread and grapes are elevated, delicious and take little to no time to prepare. Things like ready-made puddings, store-bought mini gelato cones and fresh fruit are useful if it’s a late-night soiree. Serving alongside a few CIRCA scented soy candles will ensure the ambiance is on point, and the laughter flows well into the evening.

If you’re hosting friends and family over the holidays, why not elevate the guest room and bathroom with fragrance? Geneva Vanderzeil (@genevazanderzeil) adds the Pear & Lime Hand Care Duo in the bathroom as it is fresh and uplifting, while the calming, floral notes of Jasmine & Magnolia Candle & Diffuser Set are lovely placed bedside or on a windowsill to instantly make your guests feel welcomed.

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