When we launched Wildling, we knew we didn’t want to wrap our candles in just another cardboard box. Too disposable. Too predictable. Too… meh. So we went hunting for a material that felt natural, sustainable, beautiful, and a little unexpected — the Wildling way.
Enter cork: nature’s quiet luxury.
And yes, it’s just as magical as it sounds.
Cork Is One of the Most Sustainable Materials on the Planet (Literally)
Cork comes from the bark of the cork oak tree.
Not the trunk — just the bark.
Which means the tree is left standing, thriving, and growing back what was harvested.
No trees cut down.
No forests removed.
Just a gentle cycle of regeneration that’s been happening for centuries.
Cork is:
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renewable
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biodegradable
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recyclable
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naturally antimicrobial (surprise!)
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and incredibly long-lasting
Basically: sustainability without the performative energy.
Why We Chose Cork for Our Candle Packaging
Sure, cardboard works.
But cork… cork feels like something.
It’s soft, earthy, warm, and beautifully textured — the kind of material you actually want to keep.
Which is exactly why we chose it.
Our cork boxes are:
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durable (protect your 220g candle like a champ)
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reusable (we’ll get to that)
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lightweight
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shock-absorbent (good for shipping)
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naturally insulating
And let’s be honest: they look chic sitting on your dresser long after the candle is gone.
Every Box Is a Little Different — In the Best Way
Cork isn’t mass-produced; it’s grown.
Which means every Wildling cork box has its own grain, shade, and personality.
Some are smoother.
Some are moodier.
Some have patterns that look like tiny galaxies.
We call that character.
Mother Nature calls it “you’re welcome.”
How to Reuse Your Cork Box (Because Throwing It Away Would Be Sad)
Cork is designed to last, so your box isn’t meant to be single-use packaging.
Here are a few ways to give it a second life:
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jewellery storage
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cotton pads or skincare bits
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hair ties (the ones you swear disappear)
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desk trinkets
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matches for your next candle
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tiny secrets you don’t want floating around
Reusable packaging > recyclable packaging. Always.
A Softer Footprint, A Wilder Approach
Cork harvesting supports local ecosystems, small-scale craftsmanship, and forest conservation.
It’s one of the lowest-impact packaging choices you can make — and one of the most aesthetically pleasing.
For us, cork isn’t a branding gimmick.
It’s a design choice rooted in thoughtful materials, longevity, and a little wild energy.
The kind of choice that makes your candle feel like a gift, even when you bought it for yourself.
Cork + Candles = The Wildling Way
Sustainable.
Beautiful.
Practical.
A little unexpected.
Just how we like it.
If you’re new here, check out our full collection — every candle comes tucked into its own cork home, ready to live on long after the flame goes out.