My friend saw PaddyWax on Tiktok and wanted to go! We booked online which was an easy process and…read moreeven was able to use a Discount Code! The class is self-guided. You are given written instruction you read through step by step. The scents are already mixed, you just chose the one you want your candle to smell like. Overall, fun experience but I wasn't expecting it to be so short. I wish you could create your own scents. I wouldn't return for that reason but happy for the experience.

Tried this place out for their initial opening and had a blast! I will absolutely be going back. My…read morefriend and I had the best time and can't wait to pick up our candles (three hours after pour is what they recommend) and give them a try at home. They have a very laid out, step-by-step process that makes everything a breeze. Each set up has a little flip book of instructions as you go along, and you get different parameters depending on the vessel you chose. Surprisingly easy and quite fun. They also said they will do a $10 refill of your fragrance when you use it up. Such a fun idea!

We had such a great experience at The Candle Bar! The process was fun, creative, and relaxing from…read morestart to finish. Rosario was an amazing instructor, explaining everything clearly and making the class enjoyable for everyone. She was patient, knowledgeable, and helped us create candles that turned out beautifully. Highly recommend for a fun outing with friends, family, or a date night. We'll definitely be back!

We had a great time celebrating Mother's Day here at The Candle Bar! This was our first time making…read moreour own candles and we couldn't have asked for a batter instructor. We came in late (due to the limited parking) so I missed the name of our instructor but she was friendly and knowledgeable. I believe it's about $55-60 per person and each person gets to make two 7oz candles. Personalized touches Include: scent choice and naming the candle. The scents here are great! It was fun exploring all the different notes and profiles. The class is about an hour and everything is provided. As a "student" you get to melt down your wax, smell/ pick your scents, mix scents, pour wax, mix the candle, add your wick, and label your candle. The process is really fast. The longest part is waiting for your candle to cool down/ dry. We were given an estimate between 3.5-4 hours. So plan your day around the area or come in the following day for pick up. Overall, we had a great time and I would recommend this to anyone who is interested. Perfect for solo date, girls night, date night, etc.

Excellent customer care. The owners were very attentive and went above and beyond to ensure the…read more"birthday girl" and her squad had an amazing time. They set the tone in their space with some nice sounds, were very knowledgeable, and patient as we were a nice size group. I will definitely be back and highly recommend! 10/10 - VP

Such a romantic date night idea! Don't miss this hidden gem and make a candle while watching a…read moremovie! The owners are so sweet and helpful and definitely add to the experience!

I didn't even know they were here!! So I'm a little behind but I finally made it to Marcel! The…read moreemployee was so sweet and helpful. She recommended a bunch of really great items. I left with a tons of snacks, lotions, candles and soap. Would highly recommend checking them out. The cutest little French boutique in Montrose collective!

Francophile alert! Fabulous French lifestyle store in…read moreMontrose Collective - parking garage or valet -on corner of Montrose and Westheimer. Manager is kind and knowledgeable and it was fun to look at the candies, jams, mustards, cookies, candles, perfumes, and gorgeous clothing. Very interesting finds - I saw an olive oil with a hint of Nice, one of my favorite places to visit. The perfumes have such interesting scents, I bought a small trial pack of essential oils to try for now. A place where you can gift yourself or give cool gifts to people you like! Great price points. Highly recommended! Can't wait to try on some clothes next time. Glad I stopped by today! As I was leaving, I saw a bottle of honey with Matcha, how cool is that!

The service was great. I was welcomed in as I walked through the door. They had so many variety of…read moresmells to choose from.

Loved my first visit to Simply Scents. Staff greeted me as soon as I entered, offered up great…read moresuggestions on what I should pick up. Great variety of product. Store is well organized with a great vibe. I love the "Sock it to me" & "Vanilla Bourbon" scents.

There was a diffuser making event at the Briscoe River Oaks. The reviews I see online are…read moreoutstanding, so hopefully this was just a fluke. Literally there was one employee to run this entire event from Black Phlox. We were not greeted at all. The AT&T vendor was also present did and that person went and got us the little form that you're supposed to fill out while you're making your diffuser. There were times slots you had to sign up for. This was not regulated or enforced if you will. People took our spots and mind you our slot was 630 so you know we could've gone to dinner or done something else. I just feel the whole thing was a waste of my time. We ended up leaving because literally there was no greeting, no interaction, no direction and no spot available despite our reservations big disappointment. :( Sorry about the blurry picture, but there was literally nothing to take pictures of.

Dr. Rica, Missy, and Tasha are a dynamic trio for an immersive perfume-making experience. This was…read moremy second time visiting Black Phlox, where I learned that "phlox" is a type of flower, and I'm so glad I returned. The level of attention, detail, and guidance throughout the two-hour session is truly unmatched. My table included six women celebrating a "Spring Into Friendship" social event. Together, we were able to try 72 different scents across top, middle, and base notes to create something unique and complementary to our natural body chemistry. I loved the clear instructions, the pacing of the session, and the R&B playlist that felt like a sweet throwback to my aunt's playlist she used to blast on her living room stereo set in the '90s. One of the things I love about Black Phlox is that every visit is guaranteed to feel new. Each table is given a different curated set of scents to work from, so no two experiences are exactly alike. Dr. Rica even pulled out a few special "vault" scents during our session that included deeper, more intense fragrances that are used sparingly, but added richness and character to the final blends. The interaction with Missy, Tasha, and Dr. Rica made the experience feel intimate and fun, like I was hanging out with my cool, older cousins. Not once did I feel rushed. Even when I had a little hiccup while pouring my scent into the bottle, Tasha and Missy jumped in to help me correct it so I could leave completely satisfied with what I'd created. The pricing was more than fair. You have the option to upsize your bottle, and they even offer 50% off if you return and remake the same scent, which is something I've never seen offered in other custom scent classes. The value, the experience, and the meaningful interaction make this a go-to recommendation for me. The icing on the cake is that you get to bring your own bottle of wine and/or alcohol for just a $2 cork fee. They provide cups and ice, and the space is filled with good conversation, plenty of cackles lol, and community energy you won't find anywhere else. After our session ended, we spent at least another hour laughing, taking pictures, and finishing our prosecco. Not once did we feel hurried or unwelcome. That kind of hospitality is rare and speaks volumes. I also learned that Black Phlox offers interactive perfume and cologne-making stations for events like weddings. We had two brides-to-be in our group, and they were thoughtfully gifted in-house made candle wax melts along with their custom perfume purchases, which was a beautiful and personal touch that made the night even more special. It's a beautiful space built by even more beautiful women, and I love hearing their stories and seeing how they've turned inspiration into a thriving business. I'm proud to support Black Phlox and will keep returning again and again.

super cute, well curated shop - from sunglasses, stickers, to cards.. wanted everything!read more

The owner is amazing the store is clean and very organized. I went looking for the famous…read moretravelers leather cover and I found it. It's sold out everywhere. Xoxo! Thank you !

It's true, you can spend the whole day lost in this store which spans 5 buildings. They offer…read morecomplimentary frozen margaritas (likely to help you buy more). The selection of individual stuff was a bit lacking but they did have a lot of stuff (for example, not a lot of Jellycat plushies or Ravensburger puzzles or Baggu bags but they managed to have these items). The candle/perfume and apothecary sections were heavily scented and honestly kind of sickening. Things are priced ABSURDLY here. I saw a shot glass for $200. It's a place to walk with friends & guffaw at the prices. Be careful walking around the glassware - one stumble could cost you thousands. I managed to purchase a bowl for $8, discounted because it was missing the chopsticks that accompany it, & the cashier ran after me after checkout to give me the chopsticks ($16) for free because she found them after I checked out. Great customer service.

Amazing inventory! So fun to look around. Can be overpriced. Employees can be pretentious.read more