About us

Get to know who we are, what we stand for, and why we love what we do.

About us

Get to know who we are, what we stand for, and why we love what we do.

About us

Get to know who we are, what we stand for, and why we love what we do.

Smily Designs started with a simple idea - creating candles that feel beautiful, personal, and meaningful.

The brand is named after my mom, Smily, whose warmth, love, and creativity inspired me from the beginning. I wanted to build something that carried that same feeling into people’s homes — something comforting, elegant, and made with heart.

What began as a small passion slowly turned into late nights learning, experimenting, creating, and finding joy in making candles that stand out from the ordinary. I didn’t want to create just another candle poured into a basic jar. I wanted every piece to feel unique, something that could light up a room even before it was lit.

At Smily Designs, every candle is handcrafted in Minnesota using soy wax, premium fragrance oils, and carefully designed molds that bring together luxury and creativity. From statement décor candles to custom creations for special moments, each product is made with attention to detail and genuine care.

I’m still growing, still learning, and still building this dream step by step and that’s what makes this journey so special to me. Every order, every message, and every person supporting this brand truly means more than words can express.

Smily Designs is more than candles.
It’s creativity, warmth, family, and the belief that even the smallest light can make a space feel special.

Thank you for being here and supporting my journey.

Esha Uppal
Founder of Smily Designs

Meet our team

Meet our team

Meet our team

Esha Uppal

Founder

Esha Uppal

Founder