Our Story

Ed,

My journey into cigar culture began on July 5, 2012 on my 50th birthday in New Orleans, Louisiana. I’ve never been a smoker; but had a curiosity about cigar smoking.  After indulging in my first cigar, I quickly became a fan and was anxious to learn more about the culture. I’ve visited a wide variety of cigar bars and lounges and became acquainted with the atmosphere and the people surrounded by it. I found there’s a certain class of people associated with cigar smoking and decided I wanted to be a part of the culture by indulging in cigars along with the entrepreneurial side.

Monica,

Ed’s interest in cigars peaked my curiosity; which made me eager to learn more about the culture of cigars. I remember our first encounter with cigars together. I must admit I was definitely not a fan. But, I felt the need to support his new love for cigars so, I was willing to try one of the sweetest tips I could find to get more acclimated to smoking. After multiple experiences visiting cigar lounges and bars, I eventually understood Ed’s love for cigars which is a love we now both share.

Because of our love for cigars and its culture, we’re inviting you to share in our apparel line, “Bands of Aroma”. A cigar line of apparel comprised of casual wears with a creative aesthetic touch along with top-notch accessories to the fashion enthusiast and lover of cigars. We offer hoodies, t-shirts, hats, pullovers, cigar accessories and so much more!!!

So let’s de-stress ourselves from the chaos of our occupied lives with a puff of a cigar while wearing appealing attire by “Bands of Aroma”.

Welcome to Bands of Aroma!!

Ed & Monica Castine