Scratch and Sniff Stickers (1980s)

Scratch and Sniff stickers were a defining sensory experience for kids in the 1980s. These stickers, when scratched, released a burst of fragrance, turning everyday objects into scented treasures. From fruity aromas like strawberry and grape to more unusual scents like pizza or popcorn, the stickers were highly collectible and traded among children. They adorned notebooks, lunchboxes, and everything in between, adding a playful, aromatic dimension to school life and personal belongings. The novelty of experiencing scents in sticker form made them a unique and memorable fad of the decade.