I bought this candle based on reviews. Not sure what I was expecting, but the fragrance is very different, quite unique and almost impossible to describe. It's like nothing else I've smelled. Seems to be a faint, sweet undertone to it and also a musk/vanilla somewhere in it. It's very fresh, but doesn't bring to mind the ocean or sand to me. This is one of the candles you will just have to try and see if you like it. I would probably buy this one again if it were on sale. The throw is kind of faint, but it's strong when you take the lid off. Lovely color. Think this might be a really nice one for the bath.