Diffuser System

Abstract

The customizable fragrance delivery system includes a base, one or more stems, one or more containers, and one or more fragrances. The one or more stems are supported by the base and are each coupled to a respective container. Each container defines a container cavity adapted to hold a fragrance. A movable vent mechanism selectively allows each fragrance to be diffused from its respective container. Multiple fragrances, each with a unique olfactory profile, can be diffused by the fragrance delivery system.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to diffuser systems, and more particularly to bouquet fragrance delivery systems that include a base, one or more stems, and one or more containers for diffusing one or more fragrances. [Background technology]

[0002] Bouquets can be beautiful and fragrant, and bouquet buyers can customize them to reflect their aesthetic and fragrance preferences. For example, buyers can select flowers in a bouquet based on fragrance (e.g., lavender, lily, orange blossom), color (e.g., purple, pink, white), and / or flower size and shape. Buyers have the opportunity to mix and match various flowers in a bouquet to arrive at a custom bouquet with the buyer's preferred appearance and fragrance. Unfortunately, cut flowers only last for a short period of time. To distribute fragrances in the home for a longer period of time, various products exist, such as candles, air fresheners, and diffusers. However, such products typically distribute only one fragrance and have a set physical appearance, and therefore do not offer buyers the customizable beauty and fragrance of a fresh bouquet. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The appearance and fragrance output of the disclosed diffuser systems can be customized by users to reflect their personal preferences. A user can select one or more stems, each of which is coupled to a container with a fragrance contained therein, all of which are held by a base. A user has the opportunity to customize the appearance of the diffuser system in at least the following ways: by selecting the style, color, size, and appearance of the base; by selecting the number of stems and containers; by selecting the color and size of the stems and containers; and by determining how the selected stems and containers are arranged within the base. Similarly, a user can customize the overall fragrance of the diffuser system in at least the following ways: by selecting the number of different fragrances; by determining the preferred ratio between the selected fragrances; and by determining the overall amount of fragrance to be dispensed by the diffuser system. Additionally, the diffuser system can include a lighting system that illuminates the diffuser system and a movable vent mechanism that allows for selective diffusion of one or more fragrances. Additionally, the reservoir may be repositionable from the stem to a wearable accessory or alternative mount, thereby providing additional functionality as a portable diffuser.

[0004] According to one example, a system for containing a diffusive fragrance includes a first base, at least one stem, at least one container, and a first fragrance. The first base has at least one opening. The at least one stem is adapted to couple with and be held by the first base. The at least one stem includes a first end having a stem coupling member. The at least one container has a first end and a second end and defines a container cavity. The first end of the at least one container has a container coupling member adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member of the at least one stem. The first fragrance is disposed within the container cavity of the at least one container.

[0005] According to another example, a customizable fragrance delivery system includes a base, a plurality of stems, a plurality of containers, a first fragrance, and a second fragrance. The base has at least one opening. The plurality of stems are adapted to couple to and be held by the base. Each of the plurality of stems includes a first end having a stem coupling member. Each of the plurality of containers has a first end, a second end, and a movable vent mechanism that selectively allows the fragrance to diffuse from the container. Each of the plurality of containers defines a container cavity having a first end having a container coupling member adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member of at least one stem of the plurality of stems. The first fragrance is disposed within the container cavity of a first container of the plurality of containers. The first fragrance has a first olfactory profile. The second fragrance is disposed within the container cavity of a second container of the plurality of containers. The second fragrance has a second olfactory profile that is different from the first olfactory profile.

[0006] In some embodiments, the system may further include a second base having a container coupling member of the at least one container or a base coupling member for operably coupling with a desired one of the plurality of containers. The second base may include at least one of a wearable accessory or a mount.

[0007] In some embodiments, the lighting system may be adapted to illuminate a portion of the at least one container or a portion of the plurality of containers. The at least one stem, or each of the plurality of stems, may include a hollow interior, and the lighting system may include a light-emitting element operably coupled to the first base. During operation, light emitted from the light-emitting element may pass through the hollow interior of the at least one stem, or each of the plurality of stems, to a respective container coupled to the at least one container, or each of the plurality of stems. Alternatively or additionally, the lighting system may include at least one light-emitting element positioned along at least one of the stems or at least one container, positioned along each of the plurality of stems, and / or positioned along each of the plurality of containers. The at least one stem, or each of the plurality of stems, may electrically couple the at least one light-emitting element to a power source.

[0008] In some embodiments, at least one container may include a movable vent mechanism that selectively allows fragrance to diffuse from the container. At least one container, or each of the plurality of containers, may include a shell sized to receive a reloadable filter. The stem coupling member, or each of the plurality of stem coupling members, may include at least one intake opening, and at least one container, or each of the plurality of containers, may include at least one exhaust opening, and each of the at least one intake opening and the at least one exhaust opening may be in fluid communication.

[0009] In some embodiments, the system can include a second container having a first end and a second end and defining a container cavity adapted to receive a second fragrance. The first end of the second container can have a container coupling member adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member of the stem, and the second fragrance can be disposed within the container cavity of the second container. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0010] The figures described herein depict various aspects of the systems and methods disclosed herein. It should be understood that each figure depicts an example of an aspect of the systems and methods. [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a front view of a first exemplary fragrance delivery system having a single stem and a single reservoir disposed within a first base. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a single container from FIG. 1 positioned within a second base. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional exploded view of the first exemplary system of FIG. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a front view of a second exemplary fragrance delivery system having multiple stems and reservoirs disposed within a base. [Figure 5] FIG. 5 is a front perspective view of a third exemplary fragrance delivery system including a lighting system and a power source. [Figure 6A] FIG. 6A is a front view of a first exemplary container. [Figure 6B] FIG. 6B is a perspective view of the first exemplary container of FIG. 6A. [Figure 7A] FIG. 7A is a front view of a second exemplary container. [Figure 7B] FIG. 7B is a perspective view of the second exemplary container of FIG. 7A. [Figure 8A] FIG. 8A is a front view of a third exemplary container. [Figure 8B] FIG. 8B is a perspective view of the third exemplary container of FIG. 8A. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container, including a refillable plastic bottle. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container including a refillable plastic bottle and a wick. [Figure 11] FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container having only a shell and core. [Figure 12] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container having only a shell. [Figure 13]FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container for jelly or wax fragrance, including intake and exhaust openings. [Figure 14] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container for liquid fragrance, including an intake opening and an exhaust opening.

[0011] Those skilled in the art will understand that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions and / or relative placement of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help improve understanding of the various examples. Also, common but well-understood elements that are useful or necessary in commercially feasible embodiments are often not depicted to facilitate less cluttering of the views of these various embodiments. It will be further understood that certain acts and / or steps may be described or depicted in a particular chronological order, although those skilled in the art will understand that such specificity with respect to order is not actually required. It will also be understood that the terms and phrases used herein have the ordinary technical meanings as ascribed to such terms and phrases by those skilled in the art, as set forth above, unless a different specific meaning is otherwise set forth herein. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] FIG. 1 illustrates a system 100 for containing and diffusing a fragrance. The system 100 includes a first base 102 having at least one opening 104. A stem 106 is adapted to mate with and be retained by the base 102. In the configuration illustrated in FIG. 1 , the first base 102 is in the form of a cylindrical vase having sides 108 and a bottom 109, such as a urn-shaped vase. The stem 106 is inserted through the opening 104 toward the bottom 109 and rests against the side 108 of the first base 102. However, in other configurations, the base 102 may be a larger or differently sized vase, or may have an entirely different shape and configuration. Furthermore, in other configurations, the stem 106 may be secured to the base 102 in a different manner (e.g., by a fastener or a friction fit) rather than resting against the side 108 of the base 102.

[0013] The stem 106 has a first end 110 having a stem coupling member 112 for operably coupling with a container 114. The container 114 has a first end 116 and a second end 118 and defines a container cavity 120. The first end 116 of the container 114 has a container coupling member 122 adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member 112. For example, the stem coupling member 112 can be a thread and the container coupling member 122 can be a threaded hole, or vice versa. In some configurations, the stem coupling member 112 can be an aperture and the container coupling member 122 can be a protrusion having dimensions that allow a friction fit within the aperture, or vice versa. In yet other examples, the stem coupling member 112 can be a surface having a temporary adhesive and the container coupling member 122 can be a surface adapted to adhere to the adhesive, or vice versa. In yet another embodiment, the stem coupling member 112 and the vessel coupling member 122 may both be magnets adapted to connect via magnetic force. Combinations of these features, or other conventional coupling means, may also be used as the stem coupling member 112 and the vessel coupling member 122.

[0014] The first fragrance 124 is disposed within the container cavity 120. The first fragrance 124 may be provided in a wax, liquid, jelly, solid material, or another medium. The first fragrance 124 may be disposed within the container cavity 120 using a sponge or other cushion, or may be fully or partially encapsulated within a porous material. In some examples, the container cavity 120 is refillable to allow the first fragrance 124 to be replaced. In some configurations, if the container 114 is made from a transparent or translucent material such as glass, the container cavity 120 and first fragrance 124 may be visible through the container 114. In other configurations, the container 114 may be opaque, and the container cavity 120 may not be visible. For example, the container 114 may be made from wood, ceramic, or metal. The container 114 may be colored, include a pattern or design, or be substantially clear and minimalist. The shape of the container 114 may substantially resemble a conventional geometric solid (e.g., a sphere, cylinder, or inverted pyramid), may resemble a flower bud or other natural element, or may have an eccentric or unconventional shape. In other examples, the container 114 may not include a refillable insert and may instead be in the form of a bottle. In any of these examples, the container 114 may or may not be refillable. Other configurations are possible.

[0015] FIG. 2 illustrates a second base 126 for use with the container 114. In FIG. 2, the second base 126 is shown as a stand that can be secured to the dashboard of a vehicle. In other configurations, the second base 126 can be a wearable accessory or mount. For example, the second base 126 can be a necklace, bracelet, ring, brooch, a vase with a different aesthetic, a wall mount, a hanging basket, a window box, a jewelry box, a bath or shower accessory, or the like. A user of the system 100 can separate the container 114 from the first base 102 and couple the container 114 to the second base 126. In the configuration shown, the stem 106 is removed from the container 114 before being placed in the second base 126. The second base 126 includes a base coupling member 127 that can couple with the container coupling member 122 (shown in FIG. 1). However, in other configurations, the stem 106 may remain connected to the container 114 when the container 114 is moved to the second base 126. The stem 106 may then be coupled with and held by the second base 125.

[0016] 3 illustrates an illumination system 128 of the system 100 adapted to illuminate at least a portion of the container 114. As shown, the stem 106 includes a hollow interior 130. The illumination system 128 includes a light-emitting element 132, such as an LED, operably coupled to the first base 102. Light emitted from the light-emitting element 132 passes through the hollow interior 130 of the stem 106. Alternatively or additionally, the illumination system 128 may include at least one light-emitting element 132 positioned along the stem 106 or the container 114. The stem 106 may electronically couple the at least one light-emitting element 132 to a power source 134. Alternatively, the at least one light-emitting element 132 may be coupled to the power source 134 via a separate connection. The power source 134 may be a battery or an electrical plug adapted to conduct electricity from an electrical outlet. The power supply 134 may have a manual on / off button 135 provided directly on or in wired communication with the power supply 134. Alternatively, the power supply 134 may be wirelessly connected to a remote device 137 that has an on / off button 139 provided thereon. The on / off button 135 may be provided anywhere on the system 100, including on the bottom of the first base 102, on the power supply 134, on the top of the first base 102, or on one or more of the stems 1006 or the container 114. In other configurations, the light-emitting elements 132 may be positioned along the sides 108 or on the bottom 109 of the base 102 to provide uplighting. The light emitted by the light-emitting elements 132 may be white light, colored light, or configured to change color and / or temperature based on input from a user. In some examples, the stem 106 may be adapted to transmit power from the base 102 to the container 114, such that coupling the base 102 with the stem 106 and container 114 may illuminate a light-emitting element held by the container 114. Other examples are possible.

[0017] As also shown in FIG. 3 , the container 114 may include a movable vent mechanism 136 that selectively allows the fragrance 124 to diffuse from the container 114. In FIG. 3 , the movable vent mechanism 136 is a lid that covers the opening 104 in the base 102. In some configurations, a seal may be provided between the lid and the container 114 to prevent the fragrance 124 from diffusing through small gaps between the lid and the container 114. The movable vent mechanism 136 (i.e., the lid) in FIG. 3 may be completely detachable from the container 114 to maximize fragrance diffusion. In other configurations, the movable vent mechanism 136 may be integral with the container 114, such as a flap or shutter configuration. The movable vent mechanism 136 may be selectively opened (e.g., by removing the lid or opening a flap) or closed (e.g., by repositioning the lid or closing a flap). Additionally, in some configurations, the movable vent mechanism 136 may be partially open (e.g., by covering only a portion of the opening 104 with a lid or by opening a flap over only a portion of its possible trajectory) to diffuse a selected amount of the fragrance 124. The movable vent mechanism 136 may be powered by the power source 134, for example, to actively generate airflow for purposes of fragrance diffusion, or may have a separate power source (such as a battery) built into it. The movable vent mechanism 136 may include a fan 141. Rather than a lid, the movable vent mechanism 136 and fan 141 may be connected to the first base 132 or any other component of the system 100. In other configurations, the movable vent mechanism 136 may not actively generate airflow via the fan 141, but instead may simply be open to allow the fragrance 124 access to the surrounding atmosphere.

[0018] 3 , the container 114 includes a shell 138 defining a container cavity 120 sized to receive a reloadable filter 140 containing a fragrance 124. As shown, the reloadable filter 140 is a separate consumable item that simplifies the process of reloading the container 114 with fragrance. A user can place the reloadable filter 140 on the shell 138 without considering or measuring a specific amount of fragrance 124, and once the fragrance 124 is depleted, the user can discard the reloadable filter 140 without cleaning the shell 138. As shown, the reloadable filter 140 has an exterior geometry that is complementary to the geometry of the shell 138. In other configurations, the reloadable filter 140 may not be complementary to the shell 138 and instead may simply have exterior dimensions that are smaller than the dimensions of the shell 138 so that the reloadable filter can be placed on the shell 138 with more limited contact. For example, reloadable filter 140 may be spherical, seating on shell 138 within container 114 with only the bottom of the sphere in contact with shell 138. Some users may prefer to use reloadable filter 140 in container 114 at some times, and may prefer to fill container 114 directly with fragrance 124 without using reloadable filter 140, for example, by pouring fragrance 124 into container 114 from a vial.

[0019] The system 100 may be designed to allow the first container 114 to be exchanged with a second container 114b on the stem 106. The first container 114 and the second container 114b may have different appearances (e.g., different colors, shapes, sizes, patterns, or transparencies). Alternatively or additionally, the first container 114 and the second container 114b may be configured to hold different amounts or types of fragrance. Thus, a user of the system 100 may choose to switch between the first container 114 and the second container 114b depending on the appearance the user is in the mood for seeing or the fragrance the user is in the mood for smelling. As shown in FIG. 3 , the system 100 may include a second container 114b having a first end 116b and a second end 118b and defining a container cavity 120b adapted to receive a second fragrance 124b. The first end 116b of the second container 114b has a container coupling member 122b adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member 112 of the stem. A second fragrance 124b is disposed within the container cavity 114b of the second container 114b.

[0020] 4 and 5, a customizable fragrance delivery system 200 for containing and diffusing one or more fragrances is shown. It will be understood that system 200 shown in FIGS. 4 and 5 may include similar features as system 100 and / or may be an extension of system 100, and elements shown in FIGS. 4 and 5 are designated by similar reference numerals shown on the structures shown in FIGS. 1-3, increased by 100. Accordingly, these features will not be described in substantial detail. Furthermore, it will be understood that any combination or subcombination of features described with respect to system 200 may be incorporated into system 100, and vice versa.

[0021] As shown in FIG. 4, the customizable fragrance delivery system 200 includes a first base 202. The first base 202 is shown in FIG. 4 with one opening 204. In an alternative configuration, the first base 202 may include multiple openings 204 (204a, 204b, 204c), as shown and described with respect to FIG. 5 below. A plurality of stems 206 (206a, 206b, 206c, ...) are adapted to couple with and be retained by the first base 202. Each of the plurality of stems 206 includes a first end 210 (210a, 210b, 210c, ...) having a stem coupling member 212 (212a, 212b, 212c, ...). The system 200 also includes a plurality of containers 214 (214a, 214b, 214c, ...). Each of the plurality of containers 214 has a first end 216 (216a, 216b, 216c...), a second end 218 (218a, 218b, 218c...), and a movable vent mechanism 236 (236a, 236b, 236c...) that selectively allows fragrance to diffuse from the container. Each of the plurality of containers 214 defines a container cavity 220 (220a, 220b, 220c...). The first end 216 of each of the plurality of containers 214 has a container coupling member 222 (222a, 222b, 222c...) adapted to operably couple with a respective stem coupling member 212 of a respective stem 206. Alternatively, in some configurations, each stem 206 may have two or more stem coupling members 212 such that two or more of the containers 214 may be connected to a single stem 206 .

[0022] System 200 allows two or more fragrances to be diffused at once. For example, a first fragrance 224a having a first olfactory profile may be placed in container cavity 220a of first container 214a, while a second fragrance 224b having a second olfactory profile different from the first olfactory profile may be placed in container cavity 220b of second container 214b. Additional fragrances having other olfactory profiles may optionally be provided in other containers (e.g., 214c...) of the plurality of containers 214. A user of system 200 may select the number and type of fragrances 224 to be diffused and may determine a preferred ratio of the selected fragrances. For example, a user may select three different fragrances 224 distributed in a 1:1:1 ratio among six different containers 214, such that each fragrance 224 is provided in two containers 214. As another example, a user may choose to use three different fragrances 224 distributed in a 1:2:3 ratio among six different containers 214, such that a first fragrance 224 is provided in one container 214, a second fragrance 224 is provided in two containers 214, and a third fragrance 224 is provided in three containers 214. Various permutations of the number of fragrances, number of containers, and preferred ratios are possible.

[0023] Referring to FIG. 5 , a second base 226 having base coupling members 227 (227a, 227b, 227c) is shown. In some configurations, the second base 226 may be configured to include one base coupling member 227 operable to couple with a desired one of the container coupling members 222 of the plurality of containers 214 (such that the second base 226 is the same as the second base 126 in FIG. 2 ). Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 5 , the second base 226 may include multiple base coupling members 227, each coupling with a respective stem 206. The second base 226 may have a different appearance, structure, or functionality than the first base 202. For example, the second base 226 may be configured to hold a different number of containers 214 than the first base 202. Thus, a user of system 200 may choose to use first base 202 and second base 226 for different purposes or to present different aesthetics, and the user may have additional bases available to use with container 214 in the same way that a collection of vases may be desirable to optimally display different floral arrangements.

[0024] As shown in FIG. 5 , the lighting system 228 of the second base 226 is adapted to illuminate a portion of the plurality of receptacles 214. Each of the plurality of stems 206 includes a hollow interior 230. The lighting system 228 includes a light-emitting element 232 operably coupled to the second base 226. During operation, light emitted from the light-emitting element 232 passes through the hollow interior 230 of each of the plurality of stems 206 to the respective receptacle 214. The lighting system 228 may additionally or alternatively include a light-emitting element 232 positioned along each of the plurality of stems 206 and / or each of the plurality of receptacles 214. In the configuration shown, each of the plurality of stems 206 electrically couples the light-emitting element 232 to a power source 234 (shown as a set of batteries). The light-emitting element 232 may be alternately coupled to the power source 234 via alternate electrical connections within the second base 226.

[0025] 6A-8B illustrate several different appearances that the container 214 can take. Each container 214 includes a shell 238 sized to receive a reloadable filter (such as the reloadable filter 140 described above). FIGS. 6A and 6B illustrate a container 214 that is relatively wide, substantially spherical, and somewhat squat. The shell 238 occupies a relatively small amount of space within the container 214. FIGS. 7A and 7B illustrate a container 214 that is relatively narrow, substantially cylindrical, and tall. The shell 238 occupies nearly all of the space within the container 214. FIGS. 8A and 8B illustrate a container 214 of relatively medium width and height, in which the shell 238 and container 214 both have U-shaped cross-sections with substantially parallel sides.

[0026] Figures 9-12 show containers 214 with or without a plastic container and / or wick. All of the containers 214 in Figures 9-12 include a cavity 220 defined by a shell 238 and a grid 242 at the entrance to the cavity 220. In Figure 9, the reloadable filter 240 is a plastic bottle having a geometric shape that is approximately complementary to the shape of the shell 238. In Figure 10, the container 214 includes a wick 244 within the reloadable filter 240. Figure 11 shows a container 214 without a reloadable filter 240 (e.g., a plastic bottle) but including a wick 244 within the cavity 220. Figure 12 shows a container 214 that is wickless and does not include a reloadable filter, such that the cavity 220 is formed solely by the shell 238 and can be filled directly with fragrance.

[0027] FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container 214 for a jelly or wax fragrance 224, including an air intake opening 246 and an exhaust opening 248. The container 214 shown in FIG. 13 includes an air vent 250 disposed above the container cavity 220 and having an exhaust opening 248. The air vent 250 may be oxidized to aid in fragrance diffusion. The stem coupling member 212 includes an air rotary 252 in which the exhaust opening 248 is disposed. In an alternative configuration, the stem coupling member 212 may have a single opening that can be selectively opened. If the glass is optically transparent to allow sunlight to enter the container cavity 220 (e.g., if the container 214 is made from glass), the air inside the container cavity 220 will be heated above the temperature of the ambient air outside the container 214, such that natural convection promotes airflow through the container 214.

[0028] 14 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary container 214 for liquid fragrance 224, including an intake opening 246 in stem coupling member 212 and a single exhaust opening 248 formed in movable vent mechanism 236. The liquid fragrance is disposed on a cup 254. Similar to FIG. 13 , if the glass is optically transparent (e.g., if container 214 is made from glass) to allow sunlight to enter container cavity 220, the air within container cavity 220 will be heated above the temperature of the ambient air outside container 214 such that natural convection promotes airflow through container 214.

[0029] In the foregoing specification, specific embodiments have been described. However, those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention, as set forth in the following claims. Accordingly, the specification and drawings should be considered in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense, and all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present teachings. Additionally, the described embodiments / examples / implementations should not be construed as mutually exclusive, but instead should be understood as potentially combinable where such combination is somehow permissible. In other words, any feature disclosed in any of the foregoing embodiments / examples / implementations may be included in any of the other foregoing embodiments / examples / implementations.

[0030] Benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any elements that may cause or make more pronounced any benefit, advantage, or solution should not be construed as critical, necessary, or essential features or elements of any or all claims. The claimed invention is defined solely by the appended claims, including any amendments made during the pendency of this application, and all equivalents of those claims as issued.

[0031] Additionally, as used herein, relational terms such as first and second, upper and lower, etc. may be used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another and do not necessarily require or imply an actual relationship or ordering between such entities or operations. The terms "comprises," "comprising," "has," "having," "includes," "including," "contains," "containing," or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises, has, includes, or contains a list of elements does not include only those elements, but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. An element followed by "comprises...a," "has...a," "includes...a," or "contains...a" does not, without further constraints, preclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises, has, includes, or encompasses the element. The terms "a" and "an" are defined herein as one or more, unless expressly stated otherwise. The terms "substantially," "essentially," "about," "approximately," or any other variation thereof, are defined as approximation as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art, and in one non-limiting embodiment, the term is defined to be within 10%, within 5%, within 1%, and within 0.5%. The term "coupled," as used herein, is defined as connected, although not necessarily directly, and not necessarily mechanically. A device or structure that is "composed of" a certain way is at least composed of that way, but may be composed of unrecited ways.

[0032] The final claims of this patent application are not intended to be construed under 35 U.S.C. §112(f) unless traditional means-plus-function language is expressly recited, such as when the claim expressly includes the phrase "means for" or "step for."

Claims

1. 1. A system for containing and diffusing a fragrance, comprising: a first base having at least one opening; at least one stem adapted to couple to and be retained by the first base, the at least one stem including a first end having a stem coupling member; at least one container having a first end and a second end and defining a container cavity, the first end of the at least one container having a container coupling member adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member of the at least one stem; a first fragrance disposed within the container cavity of the at least one container; A system comprising:

2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a second base having a base coupling member for operably coupling with the container coupling member of the at least one container.

3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the second base comprises at least one of a wearable accessory or a mount.

4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an illumination system adapted to illuminate a portion of the at least one container.

5. 5. The system of claim 4, wherein the at least one stem includes a hollow interior, the lighting system includes a light-emitting element operably coupled to the first base, and during operation, light emitted from the light-emitting element passes through the hollow interior of the at least one stem to the at least one container.

6. The system of claim 4 , wherein the lighting system comprises at least one light-emitting element positioned along at least one of the stem or the at least one container.

7. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the stem coupling member includes at least one intake opening, the at least one container includes at least one exhaust opening, and the at least one intake opening and the at least one exhaust opening are in fluid communication.

8. 10. The system of claim 1, wherein the at least one container includes a movable vent mechanism that selectively allows the fragrance to diffuse from the container.

9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one container comprises a shell sized to receive a reloadable filter.

10. 10. The system of claim 1, further comprising a second container having a first end and a second end and defining a container cavity adapted to receive a second fragrance, the first end of the second container having a container coupling member adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member of the stem, and a second fragrance disposed within the container cavity of the second container.

11. 1. A customizable fragrance delivery system comprising: a base having at least one opening; a plurality of stems adapted to couple to and be retained by the base, each of the plurality of stems including a first end having a stem coupling member; a plurality of containers, each of the plurality of containers having a first end, a second end, and a movable vent mechanism that selectively allows fragrance to diffuse from the container, and defining a container cavity, the first ends of the plurality of containers having a container coupling member adapted to operably couple with the stem coupling member of at least one stem of the plurality of stems; a first fragrance disposed within the container cavity of a first container of the plurality of containers, the first fragrance having a first olfactory profile; a second fragrance in the container cavity of a second container of the plurality of containers, the second fragrance having a second olfactory profile different from the first olfactory profile; A fragrance delivery system comprising:

12. The system of claim 11 , further comprising a second base having a base coupling member for operably coupling with the container coupling member of a desired one of the plurality of containers.

13. The system of claim 11 , further comprising an illumination system adapted to illuminate a portion of the plurality of containers.

14. 14. The system of claim 13, wherein each of the plurality of stems includes a hollow interior, the lighting system includes a light-emitting element operably coupled to the base, and during operation, light emitted from the light-emitting element passes through the hollow interior of each of the plurality of stems to the respective container coupled to each of the plurality of stems.

15. 14. The system of claim 13, wherein the lighting system comprises at least one light-emitting element positioned along a) each of the plurality of stems and / or b) each of the plurality of containers.

16. 12. The system of claim 11, wherein each stem coupling member includes at least one intake opening, and each container of the plurality of containers includes at least one exhaust opening, each of the at least one intake opening and the at least one exhaust opening being in fluid communication.

17. The system of claim 11 , wherein each of the plurality of containers includes a shell sized to receive a reloadable filter.

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