Kori’s passion for candle making began in September 2024 after taking a serendipitously offered candle making class during a conference. She was immediately hooked after smelling dozens of fragrance oils and created “Estuary”, what would later become Yes& Candles’ best-selling scent!

That evening, Kori ordered a candle starter kit and began writing down ideas for her first line of candles. After spending the 9 hour drive home from the conference brainstorming, Kori had the makings of her candle business solidified and had settled on the brand “Yes& Candles”. “Yes& Candles” is a nod to her commitment to saying “yes” to life’s multitudes and making space for more creative outlets when they call.