THE ZEN STUDIO
The Zen Studio
Your fragrance-forward event space & creative playground in District Heights, MD.
The Zen Studio is where scent, community, and celebration meet. It’s the best-smelling place in the DMV—built to center Black wellness, spark creativity, and turn moments into memories you can literally take home in a bottle.
Retail at The Zen Studio
Retail Hours: SATURDAYS 12–5 PM
Private Appointment Shopping
We invite you to your own private shopping experience with us. Come try out fragrances and products and even have customs made on site. We are your ultimate fragrance concierge.
Order Minimum:
- $150 for solo appt
- $250 for two or more participants
Each appoint comes with:
- Complimentary beverages from our Black owned bar cart (Champagne, wines, & bourbon) and barista station
- Private access to the retail wall
- Try out the products on-site
- Custom blends and products made to order
- ZIJ Fragrance expertise AT YOUR SERVICE
What We Offer
Fragrance Bars
A signature Zen in a Jar experience where guests blend customized fragrances and leave with a keepsake tied to your event.
Perfect for birthdays, showers, team bonding, girls’ night, and creative dates.
Private bookings available; select walk-in experiences during retail hours.
Why guests love it: It’s interactive, mindful, and memorable—and everyone leaves with a memento!
Event Rentals at The Zen Studio
Host your gathering in our beautiful, aroma-forward space. We’ve welcomed:
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Book clubs, workshops, and yoga
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Birthday and bridal celebrations
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Corporate off-sites & fall retreat activations
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Creative socials (beading, candle making, journaling)
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Wedding party activities & welcome events
- Karaoke nights
Amenities
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Aesthetic, fragrance-forward setting (the vibes are immaculate)
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Tables, seating, and flexible layouts
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Bluetooth speaker + playlist control
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On-site retail for party favors and last-minute gifts
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Optional Zen in a Jar staff support (setup, service, cleanup add-ons)
Booking Info (Quick Start)
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Share your date, guest count, vibe, and budget via EVENTS@ZENINAJAR.COM.
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Choose your experience (Fragrance Bar or Venue Rental)
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Select your favors + any add-ons
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Sign + secure your date
Featured Partner Brands
The Zen Studio is more than a fragrance destination—it’s a marketplace for culture, creativity, and community. Alongside Zen in a Jar, we proudly feature products from Black-owned and local brands that align with our mission of wellness, artistry, and celebration.
🪡 Beads by Woo – Handmade jewelry + beadwork with cultural flair
☕ Back to Black Coffee – Bold, rich blends crafted with heritage in every sip
📜 Around the Way PARCHMENT – Stationery + paper goods that celebrate Black culture
🌿 IRIE Essence – Plant-based body care inspired by island traditions
👑 The Black Girl Tribe Merch – Apparel + lifestyle goods repping Black womanhood proudly
🌶️ Red Town Hot Sauce – Small-batch heat with big flavor
💄 Mariah Jones Beauty – Beauty essentials from a rising indie brand
🕯️ Art on Wax – Candle artistry that doubles as décor
When you shop The Zen Studio, you’re not just shopping Zen in a Jar—you’re supporting a collective of visionaries who make our space a true creative playground.