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I Would Always Rather Be Happy Than Dignified Jane Eyre Wax Melt Bar- Charlotte Brontë
I Would Always Rather Be Happy Than Dignified Jane Eyre Wax Melt Bar- Charlotte Brontë
Scent Queen of the Quill
Colour copper
I would always rather be happy than dignifiedCharlotte Brontë Jane Eyre
Lottie's Lit

Jane Eyre rejects societal expectations with the quote "I would always rather be happy than dignified" in favour of her happiness and authenticity. In the novel, Jane consistently chooses emotional fulfilment over social conventions, whether in her relationships or in her choices for personal freedom. This quote encapsulates her belief that true happiness cannot be sacrificed for the sake of maintaining an external sense of dignity, especially when it leads to self-denial. Jane's willingness to follow her heart, even when it conflicts with the rigid norms of her time, underscores her strength as a character.
Similarly, Charlotte Brontë, through Jane, challenges Victorian society’s prescribed roles for women, emphasising that personal joy and emotional integrity are more important than conforming to social expectations. Brontë’s portrayal of Jane as a woman who prioritises happiness over societal approval is a bold statement against the limitations placed on women of her era, making Jane Eyre a timeless exploration of self-worth and autonomy.
Brontë's depiction of Jane as a woman who values happiness over societal approval boldly challenges the constraints placed on women of her time, making Jane Eyre a timeless exploration of self-worth and independence.
Fragrance
Queen of the Quill
A unique, powerful fragrance. This scent is really different; it's long lasting and comforting and simply beautiful if you like a hint of spice in your fragrances. With an impressive scent throw, this fragrance will fill your home effortlessly.
- Top Notes: Warming spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg that are cut through beautifully with fresh, zesty lemon. A touch of Spring to a rich scent.
- Heart Notes: The spicy top notes melt into a beautiful array of rich gardenia to complement the lemon and the warmer aromas. Truly unique and inspiring.
- Base Notes: The final scents settle down into frankincense, sweet amber, patchouli and musk to give this fragrance a wonderfully earthy and natural essence.
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Wax Melt Details
Wax Melt Details
Weight: 55 g
No. of Segments: 5
Dimensions: 145mm x 55mm
Scent load: 10%
We only use premium cruelty free fragrance oils and we use a high scent load, ensuring that our products have an excellent cold and hot throw. This means that they smell beautiful in a room without being melted as well as in your burner!
What are they made of
What are they made of
We endeavour to make our products as pleasant, high quality and eco-friendly as we can.
Our wax melts:
- Made with a rapeseed and coconut blend, especially formulated for wax melts, giving a beautiful finish and excellent scent throw
- Rapeseed crops are grown in the EU from existing agricultural land
- The coconut oil is sourced from small holders in Asia
- Palm oil free
- Vegan
- No nasty additives
- Mica powder that is obtained from pure natural minerals to give a stunning shimmer
- Premium cruelty free fragrance oils that give an impressive hot throw
How to use?
How to use?
- Break a segment off and pop it on your wax melt burner, using a tealight
- Allow the wax melt to fully melt
- You can re-use a wax melt but please note that the scent throw will be significantly reduced
- Once finished, let the wax set and using a knife or spoon, simply pop the wax out
- If any wax remains, heat it up and use a damp paper towel to absorb any excess
Bulk discount: Any 3 bars for £20.
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