We’ve said before on Fresh Design that fragrances can add atmosphere to a home interior, so I was delighted to be offered the chance to try some room fragrances from the new home collection by London perfumer, Miller Harris.
The home collection consists of a range of fragranced room sprays, refillable ceramic reed diffusers and candles. I tried two of the bespoke limited editions – the Zaffre room spray and Verditer reed diffuser.
Both products were well packaged and arrived securely in gorgeous packaging. I particularly love the same-colour embossed design on the lid of the product boxes and was pleased to discover in the case of the room spray, that the design matched the inky black design on the back of the bottle. With a product so focused on the sense of smell, it was a nice addition that the embossed feel of the packaging adds an element to the sense of touch and helps make the packaging stand out.
The Zaffre room spray is everything I look for in a home fragrance – something that’s fresh, with a hint of fruity, and that lasts well, but isn’t too overpowering. It’s got a perfect balance of notes, works well as a fragrance throughout the house and has become my new favourite go-to scent.
Their description sums it up perfectly: “A floral and aquatic fragrance which will freshen the room immediately. Fresh fruity top notes of invigorating bergamot and the ripe berry blackcurrant meet flowery cyclamen and violets, creating a warm, optimistic freshness, a fresh blue feeling.”
When sprayed, the scent of the Zaffre room spray lasts very well – it certainly doesn’t disappear within seconds like some cheap room sprays – and lingers pleasantly in the air for a considerable time.
The Verditer room diffuser fragrance comes complete with a beautiful ceramic re-fillable vessel and a set of black reeds. The ribbed cream vessel is gently embossed with the Miller Harris logo and fragrance refills are available to purchase separately.
In contrast to the Zaffre room spray, the Verditer room diffuser is a much more earthy and green scent, that’s based on the fragrance of figs.
They say, “Figs. Their fruit, leaves, their milk. This is a green, transporting and atmospheric scent, carrying us to the edge of a vineyard, rich sunlight throbbing through a fig tree, fragrant, earthy and sensual.”
If you like fragrances featuring notes of fig, then you’re likely to love this. For me, it didn’t have the instant ‘love it’ effect of Zaffre, but it certainly was a scent that grew on me the longer the diffuser was in a room. In fact, that may be down to it being in a diffuser format, as the scent is gradually distributed. Plus, to an extent, you can control how much of the fragrance is released through the number of reeds you use.
My overall impressions of both products were great. A lot of thought has clearly gone into the design and creation of both the home scents, the products themselves and their packaging, and the end result is impressive. They feel like luxurious products and would be ideal for a special gift or a treat for your home.
Both products, plus the rest of the range, are available to purchase online from Miller Harris.
Are you a fan of home fragrance? What are your favourite scents? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
(Disclosure: These products were sent for review purposes, but all views and opinions are our own).
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Thea Wood says
These scents look divine!! Will definitely check them out!!
Kristi Ann says
I love home fragrances! It is important to me to always have a fabulous smelling house. I think these would be a perfect addition!
Emma says
I love home scents! It’s such a great way to set a mood or relax.
Bree says
Ooooooo these scents look amazing! Definitely going to check them out!
JENNY KAKOUDAKIS says
Miller Harris seems to be everywhere at the moment! I also like their yellow candle (Tangerin Vert)
Tiffany Bailey says
They are a fantastic brand, their perfumes are divine – didn’t realise they do room fragrances too!
Rachel Newcombe says
I’ve never tried their perfumes before, but would definitely be keen having smelt the home fragrances.
Lins @ Boo & Maddie says
Miller Harris make absolutely beautiful products don’t they? I received one of their room sprays in a goodie bag from an event I went to and it’s love for sure;
Rachel Newcombe says
Good to find another room spray fan! Which one have you got?
Sam | Dove Cottage Blog says
Ooh these look lovely! Haven’t heard of them before so will check them out!
Rachel Newcombe says
I’d not come across them before either, but they’re a nice discovery.
Natalie says
I love the minimal design of the bottle!
Lucy says
I like Miller Harris products. Love their packaging. I’m quite picky about scents so this sounds perfect. X
Rachel Newcombe says
I’m waxing lyrical about the room spray at the moment, but it really is lovely.
Pati Robins says
i love miller harris candles (huge fan ) , but i must admit i was really disappointed with the diffuser it seem that it didnt throw enough scent for me , which was surprising as the other products are lovely
Rachel Newcombe says
That’s interesting to hear, Pati, as it took me a while to get used to the diffuser too.
Stacey Sheppard says
I’m currently testing out a room spray and a diffuser as well Rachel. They are a new brand to me but I have been really impressed with the packaging and the sheer quality of the products. The scents are really nice too.
Rachel Newcombe says
Which ones are you testing? I’d never used their fragrances before either.
Rachel @ The Ordinary Lovely says
I must pop in to one of their shops to have a sniff of these. I love their fragrances so I’ve high hopes!
Rachel Newcombe says
Oooh enjoy the shop! The room spray fragrance seems to last for ages and is lovely.
Fiona Mostyn says
If these home fragrances are as lovely as their perfumes then they’re definitely on my Christmas list!