Forget that “new car” smell. Inside asked readers to list the scents that reminded them of home. We think some ambitious Kelley School of Business students could get rich making “grilled fajitas” or “Dad’s cologne” air fresheners in the shape of a house.
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Spaghetti sauce
Fajitas cooking on the grill
Vanilla candles
“The smell of home is distinct, but indescribable. It’s magic.”
Apple pie, crab enchiladas, Skyline Chili, LaRosa’s Pizza
My pillow smell
Spices
Pierogies and latkes
Fresh-cut grass
Fresh-baked pie
Bonfires
Laundry detergent
Clean sheets
Snow
My dad’s cologne
My mom’s perfume
Pine trees
Ozone scrubbers
Cookies
Cedar chips
Cleaning products
Laundry detergent
Motor oil
