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Brandi D.
ByBrandi D.Aug 23, 2022 | 5 comments

Bespoke Post
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Bespoke Post is a monthly membership club that delivers high-quality lifestyle products with items ranging from outdoor gear, barware, home, and kitchen goods, clothing, and more. I have been reviewing boxes from them for a few years now and it is always exciting when they come out with new boxes and products. This month Bespoke Post's Director of Private Label brands, Leann Greto, gave us a look into an upcoming box from their Fill Mill line, and even better, MSA readers get first dibs! This box won't go public until next week so take advantage of this early access because a box like this might just sell out!

Leann Greto on Fill Mill

In case you missed it, we previously did an interview with Leann Greto which you can check out here!

Where did the idea for this brand come from?

The initial concept for this product originated from one of our co-CEO’s, who came up with the idea of a refillable candle utilizing a magnetic locking feature. From there, our designers researched and developed how to make this work. They mocked up the first 3D prototypes to test out shapes, sizes, and magnet strengths, and I began to work with our Creative Director to develop the storyboards for the scents we had in mind.

What makes this candle so unique?

The product line is designed around a ruggedly minimalist refillable vessel that doubles as a decor piece for your home. The refillable function allows users to easily and affordably switch between a variety of candle scents. The coolest part? The vessel has a built-in magnet that secures the candle fills, giving it a satisfying click each time you pop in a new scent. One of the last pieces we added (and also one of my favorite details on this product) is a knurled brass knob on the lid, which you can use to light your candle with a strike anywhere match.

What inspired the scents and what’s this creative process like?

Every candle has top, mid, and base notes that come together to create the final scent. Getting those notes right is a bit of a balancing act, and involves a lot of trial and error as you test each individually. Luckily, we work with an excellent fragrance house in the US whose head of perfumery is highly trained in the art and science of fragrance design.  The product development process began with our team collecting emotive images and words, which we then crafted to evoke a specific scene and mood. For example, our best-selling scent ”Behind the Unmarked Door” was inspired by the idea of a hidden speakeasy, marked only by the mellow scents behind the door. We describe this scent with, “...notes of tobacco, patchouli, and a coveted spot at the bar,” giving that extra descriptive detail that transports you in the moment. 

Will there be more scent offerings in the future that we can look forward to?

I’m very excited about our first limited-edition scent, titled “On the Open Desert Road” -  we describe this scent as a dry breeze of cypress and herbs that follow you as your car winds through the desert landscape. The accompanying notes are pinyon, lavandin—and no cell service. New, seasonal, limited-edition scents will be released regularly, creating an expanding library of home fragrances that users can burn through, like a Netflix queue for candles.

We are also working on some exciting new shapes, materials, and collaborations that will be launching in 2023. I can’t share too many details just yet, but we’d love to share another sneak peek with MSA post-development.

Inside the "Wax" Box

Now that we've heard about the creation of this box, let's check out all of the items inside the Wax box!

Fill Mill ReFillable Candle System - Retail Value $60

 

The first item we have is the concrete vessel that comes with the ReFillable candle system. They have two color options, this is the light grey concrete, but I'll also show you the dark grey option below. This vessel is so pretty—it is very sleek looking and the weight makes it feel like a quality piece. The matching lid has a beautiful brass knob at the top which actually doubles as a match striker. I think this would fit in so well with any decor and it is the perfect size for your accompanying candle to fit inside. When you order the system it comes with one Fill in the Last Drink by the Bonfire scent.

 

Here is a look at the candle insert and how well it fits inside the vessel. It just clicks into place since the vessel has a magnetic feature and while it holds well, there is a small hole on the bottom of the vessel that allows you to easily pop it back out.  The candle is poured in the USA, made from a soy wax blend, and contains a cotton wick. This 8.5 oz candle has a burn time of 30-40 hours and you can recycle the Fill container after cleaning. I love that you aren't tied to one scent for 30-40 hours, but instead, you can swap it out as the mood suits you! Each insert is also labeled with the scent so you won't mix them up if you have multiple scents that you're going through at once.

The candle created a nice ambiance and the outer vessel got a bit warm but never hot. I was actually impressed with how little of the wax was gone after burning this candle for about 3 hours or more. As for the scent, we'll get to that!

 

Here is a look at the dark grey option. This one is more sleek looking and equally beautiful with the same brass knob.

Fill Mill Candle Wick Trimmer - Retail Value $15

 

Also in your box will be this stainless steel wick trimmer. It is plated with brass so it matches the knob on your vessel making this a piece you won't mind leaving out for guests to see!

Fill Mill ReFillable Candle Insert - Retail Value $15

 

While your first candle will be Last Drink by the Bonfire, you have a choice between three other scents for your second Fill, one of which is brand new! Here's a brief description and my thoughts on the scents:

LAST DRINK BY THE BONFIRE: Like the last pour from the bottle before the night wanes and the fire blows out. Spiked with notes of ginger, clove, and the best of old friends.

This one has a subtle citrusy ginger scent at first and then it becomes something a bit more complex with a bit of woods and spice to it.

BEHIND THE UNMARKED DOOR: Like a hidden speakeasy, marked only by the mellow scents of fresh tobacco and patchouli musk from behind the door. Carefree banter echoes inside.

At first, I got hit with the patchouli, but then this one really gives way to the tobacco for a really cool scent. It's a slightly masculine, sophisticated scent. This was my husband's second favorite!

SUNDAY DINNER AT THE GROVE: Like a golden-hour meal in a lemon grove, with charred citrus in the air. The old California woods around us cast jagged shadows across the placemats.

This one is probably the strongest of all the scents with a bright hint of lemon and citrus that finishes with something more herbal and woodsy. This might be my second favorite because it is so fresh smelling!

I honestly loved them all and I don't think you can go wrong with any of these candles!

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This last scent is their brand new one which is made from essential oils like fir needle, eucalyptus, lavandin, and cedar:

ON THE OPEN DESERT ROAD: The top notes are aromatic and fresh, the middle notes are herbal and wood-like, and the bottom notes are pine and musky. 

This was actually both mine and my husband's favorite candle scent and the one we chose to burn. We had bacon for dinner that night and this candle quickly took over creating a much more pleasant and mild fragrance in our home. It was not overwhelming at all, but it was definitely noticeable. I think the description is very apt as well since I can definitely get the more piney notes of the cypress as well as the refreshing hint of eucalyptus. It's very well balanced!

Value:

The Cost: $49 + shipping and taxes for members ($70 without a subscription)

Value Breakdown: This box is a pretty great value! You get the concrete vessel, two candles, and a wick trimmer which have a total retail value of $90. Plus candle refills are just $15 when you're ready for a new one!

Key Takeaways:

It was so fun to get a look behind the scenes with Bespoke Post and find out how they came about designing this great box. I really love the concept of this candle and I think it would make such a nice gift for a birthday, holiday, or housewarming! I feel like the scents are pretty universal and honestly, I enjoyed them all!

Wrap Up:

Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes, the Wax box is available now for MSA subscribers with the new candle scent! This box will launch sometime next week for everyone else.

Let me know if you're thinking about taking advantage of this exclusive access or if you've tried any of these products before!

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Brandi D.
Brandi D.

I am a homeschooling mom to 4 kids; 1 girl and 3 boys. While I have been reviewing boxes since 2018 and I love the luxury of trying new products, I'm also balancing it out by dabbling in a little bit of homesteading, too. We now have 4 chickens and a rabbit and my sourdough starter is going strong! I love learning about new brands and sharing the great things I find with others in hopes that they find something new to love or to fit their needs!


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5 comments

zo

The link doesn’t take me to the box and I can’t find it while searching for it. Am I doing something wrong?

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Brandi D.

Hi Zo,

If you try the link that says “Wax” just below the “Inside the Wax Box” section, that should take you to it! Sorry about that! Let me know if you have any issues with that! 🙂

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heather

I’m having the same experience as zo when I click the “wax” link–it just goes to a page that tells me the Sept boxes aren’t out yet.

Brandi D.

Thanks for letting me know, Heather! I *think* I fixed it, but please let me know if you still can’t access it. Also make sure to refresh your browser – sometimes it takes a few tries to show up. If that doesn’t work you can just try entering in this link manually: http://www.bespokepost.com/box/wax

Hope that helps! Sorry for the trouble!