Light a candle or burn a stick of incense, and let the soothing scent transform your home into a private retreat. As more people embrace mental wellness, home fragrance has surged in popularity, becoming a simple yet powerful way to create moments of calm.

Looking to blend the art of scent with craftsmanship, home fragrance brand Venture introduced the Oasis Collection, a line of handmade candles and incense crafted to turn any space into a personal haven. To complement their carefully crafted products, PakFactory partnered with Venture to develop beautiful, thoughtful packaging that mirrors the care poured into every piece.

About Venture and Their Oasis Collection

Venture is a young, imaginative brand dedicated to creating experiences that blend art and emotion. Each of their home fragrance products is handmade with care in the USA.

In harmony with their brand vision, the Oasis Collection draws inspiration from the gentle rhythms of nature. It features candles and incense sticks in two distinct scents: Paloma, a bright, airy blend of grapefruit and pink pepper; and Drift, a warm, inviting mix of amber and vanilla. Every ingredient is toxin-free and cruelty-free, underscoring Venture’s commitment to mindful crafting.

To bring more artistry to the collection, Venture partnered with Charlotte Smith Studios in Atlanta to create the candle vessels. Each vessel is made from hand-thrown porcelain and designed to be reused. To take sustainability even further, Venture also offers a refill service, giving every candle a second life and reinforcing their promise to care for both people and the planet.

Venture's home fragrance set, including a candle and incense sticks
Close up shot of the candle box, showing the text "handmade scented candle"
Venture's Oasis Collection, including candles and incenses of two scents: Paloma and Drift
The Oasis Collection features two scents: Paloma and Drift.

Creating Packaging Worthy of Handcrafted Excellence

It was Venture’s first time sourcing packaging. All they knew was that they needed rigid boxes for candles, incense sticks, and ceramic incense holders. With limited experience and many uncertainties, they turned to PakFactory for expert guidance.

Recognizing how important the Oasis Collection was as their signature line, our packaging specialist, Michelle, and the PakFactory team developed a tailored solution. Together, we crafted a series of high-quality packaging that reflects the same care and artistry found in Venture’s products.

Bespoke Structure for Each Unique Product

To meet the needs of each item in the collection, we designed three distinct custom rigid boxes. Each with its own carefully considered structure:

1. Candle: Partial Cover Telescope Box with Foam Insert

Since the ceramic candle vessel is both delicate and heavy, our team designed a cube-shaped telescopic rigid box. The sturdy two-piece structure can handle the weight while safeguarding the porcelain. Unlike a typical full-flush lid, the partial cover lid reveals just enough of the inner compartment. This thoughtful design makes the candle easier to access while delivering a smooth, satisfying unboxing experience.Inside, a custom-fitted EPE foam insert securely holds the candle vessel in place, ensuring it stays perfectly protected throughout transit and handling.

Custom partial cover telescope rigid box for Venture's candle.

2. Incense Sticks: Drawer Box with Ribbon Pull Tab

For the long, delicate incense sticks, we engineered a drawer box precisely tailored to their length. Its rigid structure not only offers impeccable protection but also enhances the presentation with a touch of luxury. A ribbon pull tab ensures the inner tray slides out effortlessly. As customers open the box, the gentle aroma begins to escape, creating a memorable, sensory experience that starts the moment they unbox their purchase.

Custom drawer rigid boxes with ribbon pull tab for Venture's incense sticks

3. Incense Holder: Lid and Tray Box

The handmade ceramic incense holder features an irregular, pebble-like shape. We designed a lid and tray rigid box with a shallow base that fits the holder’s length and height perfectly, preventing excess movement inside. The lid covers snugly over the base tray, creating a secure closure while allowing effortless opening. As a final touch, a subtle embossed line on the lid echoes the shape of the holder, giving customers a visual hint of the nature-inspired piece sitting inside.

Custom lid and tray box for Venture's ceramic incense holder.
Close-up shot showing the embossed line on the lid of the incense holder box.

Consistency Across Collection

Since all the products belong to the same collection, it was essential to ensure each box—though different in structure—shared a unified look and feel that stayed true to Venture’s branding.

We began by exploring several white and cream paper options for the box wrap. After a few rounds of sampling, the client settled on an eggshell-colored textured paper that perfectly aligned with their organic, natural brand aesthetic. Once the ideal shade was selected, we went through rigorous quality checks to guarantee the exact same eggshell color appeared consistently across all boxes.

Beyond color, each packaging piece features the same thoughtful design elements: Venture’s brand name, the Paloma and Drift scent names, and clean botanical artwork—all rendered in black for crisp contrast. This cohesive design approach ensures the entire collection presents a harmonious, nature-inspired look from every angle.

Two rigid boxes with slightly different colored box wraps. The one on the right is in white and the left one is in an eggshell color.
PakFactory went through rigorous quality checks to ensure the chosen eggshell color (left) is consistently achieved across all boxes.

Glossy Yet Subtle Details

Although Venture favored a minimalist style, they still wanted certain elements—like the scent names Paloma and Drift and their botanical artwork—to stand out. Many brands achieve this with metallic foiling in gold or silver to create a high-end look. However, the client felt metallic finishes would be too flashy and out of step with their natural, understated brand aesthetic.

Taking their vision to heart, our team recommended a gloss black foil paired with an embossing effect on the text and graphics. This thoughtful combination allows key details to catch the light and draw the eye, while preserving the subtle, organic feel the client wanted. The result is packaging that feels quietly sophisticated and perfectly aligned with their brand. The Venture team loved how this approach honored their brand’s elegance while still creating those important focal points that guide the customer’s eye.

Custom rigid box for Venture's Paloma incense sticks. Text details has a gloss black foiling paired with embossing effect..
Custom boxes for Venture's home fragrance set. Artwork on the box has glossy black foiling.

Less Material, Same Care

At first, the client wanted a full-height foam insert for their candle box, stretching from the bottom to the top of the 4-inch-tall package. They pictured the insert to be surrounding the ceramic candle vessels and offering maximum protection.

However, a foam insert of that size would have significantly increased packaging costs. Keeping the client’s budget in mind, our packaging specialist, Michelle, carefully reviewed the design. She then recommended a smarter solution: a much shorter, 1-inch foam insert that snugly supports the base of the candle. This approach still provided excellent protection while avoiding unnecessary material.

By making this change, we not only optimized costs but also greatly reduced material usage—perfectly aligning with Venture’s commitment to sustainability.

A short foam insert is used in the candle box.
An opened telescopic rigid box with a handmade candle in it.

A Collection Loved by Brand and Buyers

When Venture received the final mass-produced packaging, they were thrilled by the exquisite quality of each rigid box. Together, the boxes formed a beautifully unified collection—perfect for showcasing their home fragrances individually or as an elegant complete set.

The Venture team was especially delighted by the combination of black foil and embossing on the text and artwork. They felt it struck the perfect balance of boldness and subtlety.

As soon as the Oasis Collection launched in October 2023, the packaging quickly captured customers’ hearts. Buyers praised the cohesive, inviting look and the smooth, satisfying unboxing experience.

“We’ve got the fragrances up in stores, and people are really loving how the packaging has turned out.” — Oladapo Onikuyide, Founder of Venture

The packaging became more than just protection—it became part of the product experience itself, setting the stage for the aromatic journey waiting inside.

The complete rigid box set for Venture's Oasis Collection
Boxes showing Venture's brand name and botanical artwork.
Close-up shot of candle box showing the paper texture and the crisp corner.
Close-up shot of ribbon pull tab of the incense sticks packaging.
Close-up shot of the incense sticks packaging showing part of the scent name.
Custom rigid boxes created for Venture's home fragrance collection.

Bring Home Fragrance & Candle Packaging Ideas to Life with PakFactory

Venture entrusted PakFactory to create their very first packaging collection, and our expertise in bespoke solutions proved that their decision was smart. Here’s why we stood out:

  • Brand Alignment in Every Detail: From precise color matching to thoughtful finishes, we ensure every element of your packaging reflects your unique brand identity.
  • Tailored Solutions for Every Product: We believe every carefully crafted product—like Venture’s handmade fragrances—deserves equally meticulous packaging. That’s why we design the best-suited solution for each individual item.
  • Your Interests Always Come First: We keep your budget and goals top of mind, recommending the right packaging for your needs—not simply the most expensive option.

Have candle packaging ideas or need an incense sticks packaging design brought to life? Contact PakFactory today to work with our experts on a custom solution tailored to your brand.