New name for Butt Naked

[moon01945]

I renamed mine to ocean fruit. I didn't have an issue with butt naked but I had feed back that it didn't have a good description.

[HorseScentS]

I don't like the name Butt Naked because most people's naked butts are not attractive, and they are stinky and unhygienic, perhaps with hemorrhoids and cellulite. I don't see what the fragrance notes in that FO have to do with butts or nudity. I like the name Ocean Fruit.

[Noodle]

I don't like the name Butt Naked because most people's naked butts are not attractive, and they are stinky and unhygienic, perhaps with hemorrhoids and cellulite.

That sure is descriptive!

I have never associated the scent Butt Naked with actual butts. I think of "butt naked" and being totally nude. It is supposed to be free and liberating I guess.

[candly]

I'm the same way with those types of names, they're just tacky. You could name it after a place - Bahamas, Tahiti, etc. I'd think that would go over well.

[Holly]

It's been a couple years since I had the reindeer poo but the name was catchy(not crude).For what it smells like I forget.People liked it and liked the smell. If I remember right I got the scent from Nature's Garden. They might have a descript of the scent there. Think I will order more for the coming holiday season.

Talk about a elderly lady wanting a certain scent.That happened to me at a show.I forget what the scent was but it was supposed to put you in the mood.I came back to my booth.The lady next to me said "a lady asked me to have you put this scent back for her.I did.She came to pick it up.She was old. When I saw her I was in a state of shock.I told her I never sold the scent and she actually told me what it does.Like gets you in the mood.Not what I cared to hear.LOL I had to tell the crafter next to me.She thought it was funny.

LynnS

It definitely is not a crude name. It is a cute name and catchy. I was talking about what my mom said about the candy that came out the hind end of a reindeer and some kind of other animal. lol My mom would not think the name is crude.

That is funny about the old lady. I can't see myself being that way, but it is funny when you meet old people like that.

[Holly]

I guess "Streaking" is too risque too?

I don't mind some of the cutesy names (I'm fine with "Butt Naked") but any name with "farts" in it is a turn-off for me.

I don't think Butt Naked is risque....just don't care for those types of names. Streaking sounds worse. LOL Streaking sounds rebellious. Some of the cutesy names are ok, but just does not fit me, I guess or the look.

[HorseScentS]

That sure is descriptive!

I have never associated the scent Butt Naked with actual butts. I think of "butt naked" and being totally nude. It is supposed to be free and liberating I guess.

Oh, okay, never mind. :laugh2:

[GailC]

I would be the same way. If I had a cute look, I just have trouble with those types of names...Butt Naked, Lick me All Over, Sex on the Beach (hate this one), and even Monkey Farts. I don't even like using the word Fart....my mom did not allow me to use that word. I don't use it today. My kids do because my husband does, but I always correct them on it. Not doing much good though.

Thanks for the good suggestions. I will muddle it over.

My little 3 year old great niece has always loved to smell my fragrance oils. As she smells them, I tell her the name. No way could I say, "That one is Sex on the Beach!" I wouldn't have even bought it, but someone wanted that fragrance. I called it Fun in the sun for my great niece.

By the way, her favorite fragrance has always been COFFEE. Go figure.

[Noodle]

Fun in the sun is a perfectly acceptable name!

[puma52]

How about calling it "Don't look Ethel !!" Who can forget that infamous line in the song "The Streak" by Ray Stevens.. hee hee.... Ya know...I just might rename mine to that.....says nothing naughty, but implies everything.... if you lived back when the song came out....

[debscent]

Years ago, I couldn't sell Butt Naked or Monkey Farts, but now I'm selling about 1 each per week, and I'm not in full swing of business yet. I did not rename them, because the names have piqued people's interest and they love the tropical scent. But if you feel they are too childish/risque, consider Beach Baby (BN) or Tropical Fruit Bowl (MF). I personally would not change it for my demographic, I have plenty of moms who buy candles and the kids can't wait for mom to burn the Butt Naked/Monkey Farts.

[TallTayl]

I can understand the consternation about naming scents. My mother is pretty uptight about words (booger is too risque for her), so I keep that in mind when naming things. Then I think about my target demographic - which my mother is NOT.

I've actually given the same scent two different names at the same show/venue. Same colors and everything. People swear they smell different. Both versions sell though. This way you can reach your target audience and a few that you might otherwise have missed.

[Candybee]

I thought about changing the name for Sex on the Beach. Had a couple people tell me the couldn't buy it cause of the name. One was from a Christian group. Anyway, the candles still outsold all my other summer line of candles. People just love the scent and apparently for most folks that name did not factor in when it came to buying.

I don't just consider what I like or dislike. You must go with what your customers like and what sells. For me keeping the name worked out best.

[Noodle]

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I always consider what I like or dislike when it comes to my principles. I just cannot sell something if it is offensive.

Anyway, Butt Naked and Monkey Farts may not be my taste or suit my target market, but I don't think that it is offensive, nor would I care if my kids saw a name like that. Sex on the Beach is pornographic any way that you look at it or try to sugar coat it. Scents like that are just a big red flag to me.

Edited April 29, 2012 by Noodle

[Holly]

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I always consider what I like or dislike when it comes to my principles. I just cannot sell something if it is offensive.

Anyway, Butt Naked and Monkey Farts may not be my taste or suit my target market, but I don't think that it is offensive, nor would I care if my kids saw a name like that. Sex on the Beach is pornographic any way that you look at it or try to sugar coat it. Scents like that are just a big red flag to me.

I completely agree, Noodle. Just because there may be others that will like these types of names, this should not be a reason for me to sell something I am not comfortable with or does not fit my style. This would somewhat be like saying if I owned a store of some kind, I would feel compelled to offer items that I personally feel are tacky because there are people that like these things...you know things like they have in some of the real secular stores in the mall. Those things can sell to a certain crowd, but I would not feel comfortable selling them and it would not make a difference in my business if I don't sell it. I could not do it. If I do not have these types of names in my candle line, it will not mean a heck a beans to the customers. They would never know the difference. People are going to buy it without the catchy and controversy name if the scent smells good.

I agree regarding the difference between Butt Naked and Monkey Farts as opposed to Sex on the Beach and Better than Sex Cake....these are just tacky to me. I was afraid to leave these fragrance oils (SOTB and BTSC) out on my table. I did not want my children to see them. They are older now, but I would still not like them to see them.

Not a big deal....just depends on the candle maker and the customers.

[Holly]

I thought about changing the name for Sex on the Beach. Had a couple people tell me the couldn't buy it cause of the name. One was from a Christian group. Anyway, the candles still outsold all my other summer line of candles. People just love the scent and apparently for most folks that name did not factor in when it came to buying.

I don't just consider what I like or dislike. You must go with what your customers like and what sells. For me keeping the name worked out best.

Yes, most Christians will not like the name. I am sure some non-Christians would not either. I think a lot of people would not think much about it and would probably kinda like it. I guess I am of the minority, as usual. lol I just can't have a name that I am uncomfortable with. It would embarrass me, and it just does not fit who I am. I do have a lot of Christian friends as well as I am myself. I am glad it works for you well.

[Holly]

I can understand the consternation about naming scents. My mother is pretty uptight about words (booger is too risque for her), so I keep that in mind when naming things. Then I think about my target demographic - which my mother is NOT.

I've actually given the same scent two different names at the same show/venue. Same colors and everything. People swear they smell different. Both versions sell though. This way you can reach your target audience and a few that you might otherwise have missed.

That must have been interesting to see how they judged the same scent with different names. Was the scent you tried this with Butt Naked?

[Holly]

Years ago, I couldn't sell Butt Naked or Monkey Farts, but now I'm selling about 1 each per week, and I'm not in full swing of business yet. I did not rename them, because the names have piqued people's interest and they love the tropical scent. But if you feel they are too childish/risque, consider Beach Baby (BN) or Tropical Fruit Bowl (MF). I personally would not change it for my demographic, I have plenty of moms who buy candles and the kids can't wait for mom to burn the Butt Naked/Monkey Farts.

Those are good replacement names for more of a fun sound. Thank you for the suggestions! For now, I am going to call it Tropical Paradise. I was thinking later on down the road when I really get going again, like you are trying to do, I am going to create a fun colorful beach line. Right now everything is in my signature collection which is non-colored and more sophisticated. When I get to this fun collection, I will definitely consider those names for sure! I love all kinds of looks but do tend to be a little more sophisticated and traditional....not that I am very sophisticated..but love the look.

[TallTayl]

That must have been interesting to see how they judged the same scent with different names. Was the scent you tried this with Butt Naked?

the most recent experiment was sweet grass (NG) soap.

I make blocks of soap, as I wrap I name some Sweet Grass and the rest Horse Kisses. People swear there's a difference, though I know the soap is from the same exact block. I just chuckle on the inside as they buy some of each and nod in agreement.

[Camay]

I had never heard the phrase "butt naked" until some FO suppliers started carrying it. "Buck naked" is the phrase, isn't it?

[Camay]

the most recent experiment was sweet grass (NG) soap.

I make blocks of soap, as I wrap I name some Sweet Grass and the rest Horse Kisses. People swear there's a difference, though I know the soap is from the same exact block. I just chuckle on the inside as they buy some of each and nod in agreement.

This is very interesting, and very funny!

[deb426]

I'm not easily offended or anything but I live and sell in a pretty conservative area. They want the name to tell them what it smells like, LOL. If it smells like lilac, they want it to say "lilac" and not "garden utopia." I'd love to be able to use names that are more fun but every time I try, they just sit on the shelf. They won't even open the jar. Go figure.

[Noodle]

If it smells like lilac, they want it to say "lilac" and not "garden utopia." I'd love to be able to use names that are more fun but every time I try, they just sit on the shelf. They won't even open the jar. Go figure.

My target market is this way and I understand that. I am not sure if it is because they are conservative or if they simply want to relate to the scent.

I was shopping at a Farmer's Market last fall and there was a vendor selling beautiful handmade soap. The soaps were swirled and colorful and really gorgeous. She had a scent called SUNSHINE CALYPSO. A trio of women admired the soaps and I heard them walk off muttering "what the heck is Sunshine Calypso?" "I won't buy anything unless I know what it is". I think many people feel as they do. I tried a few pretty creative names in my line and my sales were low with those scents. Once I changed them back to basic names like Tropical Fruit and Vanilla Cream, I could not keep them in stock. I often wonder if names trigger perceptions before the scent is even smelled.

"Buck naked" is the phrase, isn't it?

I always thought so.

Edited April 29, 2012 by Noodle

[HorseScentS]

I had never heard the phrase "butt naked" until some FO suppliers started carrying it. "Buck naked" is the phrase, isn't it?

Yes, it's always been "buck naked," so I don't know why they named it "butt naked," which seems like they are desperate to make you imagine a butt.

Edited April 29, 2012 by HorsescentS

[HorseScentS]

I'm not easily offended or anything but I live and sell in a pretty conservative area. They want the name to tell them what it smells like, LOL. If it smells like lilac, they want it to say "lilac" and not "garden utopia." I'd love to be able to use names that are more fun but every time I try, they just sit on the shelf. They won't even open the jar. Go figure.

That's how I am. I don't have the patience to sniff creative named candles, I want to know immediately what it smells like from the name. But I will make an exception if the label says the creative name in big letters with the scent description directly underneath.

Edited April 29, 2012 by HorsescentS