You may have noticed this with thicker candles already but the Tallow Candles further prove that tapers do not necessarily require separate stands. When the wax has been molded into a sufficiently broad base, the paraffin material is able to balance the weight of the upright stick and wick.
Sold through the MoMA store, these clever items mimic the look of old-fashioned candlesticks with saucer-like bottoms to collect dripping wax and little loop handles to enable convenient carrying. This lower portion of the low-tech illuminator has been sculpted carefully to transition smoothly into a tall and slender candle as it rises. The Tallow Candles contain their own melted mess, and make great dining table centrepieces with a hybrid antique-contemporary flair. They would prove authentically useful in blackouts too.
Single-Material Tapers
These Tallow Candles and Their Holders are Made Entirely of Molded Wax
Trend Themes
1. Single-material Products - The trend of creating products entirely out of a single material can lead to a reduction in waste and manufacturing costs.
2. Hybrid Antique-contemporary Designs - Combining antique and contemporary design elements can create unique products with broad appeal.
3. Low-tech Innovations - Low-tech solutions can sometimes be just as effective as high-tech ones and may offer cost-saving benefits.
Industry Implications
1. Candle Industry - The candle industry can benefit from exploring new candle designs and materials to stay competitive and appeal to evolving consumer preferences.
2. Home Decor Industry - Home decor companies can leverage consumer interest in unique, hybrid designs to differentiate their products and stand out in a crowded market.
3. Emergency Preparedness Industry - Emergency preparedness companies can market products such as the Tallow Candles as a low-tech solution for blackouts, power outages, and other types of emergencies.