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Inspired by Princess Lolly and Lord Licorice of Candyland? You can integrate your sweet tooth into your elegant, whimsical, or rustic affair by offering guests a sprawling candy buffet stocked full of your favourite sweet treats. Colourful candies are a great way to incorporate your theme and colour scheme into your reception and they make terrific take home goodies for guests. Supply brown paper bags for your rustic celebration or classic takeout boxes for your elegant wedding and let guests mix and match the sweets they like best.

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163916 Take your signature drink one step further by integrating this libation into your candy bar in gummy form! Squish Candies specializes in gourmet gummies available in flavours ranging from Cuba Libre to strawberry milkshake. Available at <a href="http://www.squishcandies.com/" target="_blank">Squish Candies</a>. Cocktail-flavoured gummies https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/unconventional-wedding-candy-bar-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/unconventional-wedding-candy-bar.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/unconventional-wedding-candy-bar.jpg 600 415 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/unconventional-wedding-candy-bar/ unconventional-wedding-candy-bar 0 0

33641 Candy canes aren't only for Christmas. They come in a variety of colour combinations to match your wedding theme and colour scheme. Available at <a href="http://www.hammondscandies.com/" target="_blank">Hammond's Candies</a>. Two-toned candy canes https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/very-berry-caneL-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/very-berry-caneL.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/very-berry-caneL.jpg 380 550 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/very-berry-canel/ very-berry-canel 0 0

33637 You can fully customize these wedding M&Ms by printing your name, wedding date, and even your picture on them. Available at <a href="http://www.mymms.com/" target="_blank">My M&Ms</a>. M&Ms https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/custom_wedding_mms-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/custom_wedding_mms.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/custom_wedding_mms.jpg 550 368 {"aperture":"5.6","camera":"NIKON D200","created_timestamp":"1224967842","focal_length":"135","iso":"400","shutter_speed":"0.0166666666667"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/custom_wedding_mms/ custom_wedding_mms 0 0

33690 Incorporate bright yellow into your sweet table with these banana candies. Available at <a href="https://www.candywarehouse.com/bananarama-candy-bananas-5lb-bag/" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Banana candies https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_banana_heads_yellow__35601_zoom-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_banana_heads_yellow__35601_zoom.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_banana_heads_yellow__35601_zoom.jpg 500 500 {"title":"hard_candy_banana_heads_yellow"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/hard_candy_banana_heads_yellow/ hard_candy_banana_heads_yellow 0 0

33687 Two-toned swirled lollipops are a great way to integrate secondary and accent wedding colours into your candy bar. Available at <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/green-squiggly-pops.html" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Swirled lollipops https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2185_448678672-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2185_448678672.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2185_448678672.jpg 450 600 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/candywarehouse_2185_448678672/ candywarehouse_2185_448678672 0 0

33640 Why should you be the only one with new bling? Give your guests ring pops so everyone feels like a newlywed. Available at <a href="http://www.bazookajoe.com/#/candy/ringpop" target="_blank">Bazooka Joe</a>. Ring pop https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/tumblr_l2aewyaZfF1qazznlo1_500-105x105.gif https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/tumblr_l2aewyaZfF1qazznlo1_500.gif https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/tumblr_l2aewyaZfF1qazznlo1_500.gif 420 315 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/tumblr_l2aewyazff1qazznlo1_500/ tumblr_l2aewyazff1qazznlo1_500 0 0

33691 Accent your romantic pastel theme with candy blocks from your childhood. Available at <a href="http://www.bulkbarn.ca/en/Products/All/Candy-Blox-684" target="_blank">Bulk Barn</a>. Candy blocks https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_blocks_lego_pastel_rainbow__42583_zoom-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_blocks_lego_pastel_rainbow__42583_zoom.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_blocks_lego_pastel_rainbow__42583_zoom.jpg 550 550 {"title":"hard_candy_blocks_lego_pastel_rainbow"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/hard_candy_blocks_lego_pastel_rainbow/ hard_candy_blocks_lego_pastel_rainbow 0 0

33632 Integrate your accent colours into your candy buffet by mixing in different coloured Jelly Bellys. Available at <a href="http://www.jellybelly.com/ideas/wedding_color_palettes.aspx" target="_blank">Jelly Belly</a>. Jelly Belly jelly beans https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/blueBrown_L-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/blueBrown_L.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/blueBrown_L.jpg 484 496 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/bluebrown_l/ bluebrown_l 0 0

33693 Your guests will love the throwback to their childhood with Pop Rocks that match your wedding colour scheme. Available at <a href="https://iwholesalecandy.ca/collections/pop-rocks" target="_blank">iWholesaleCandy</a>. Pop Rocks https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HFCA421_2-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HFCA421_2.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HFCA421_2.jpg 500 500 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/hfca421_2/ hfca421_2 0 0

33626 Gummy bears are classic and come in a variety of different colours to match your wedding theme. Available at <a href="http://www.dylanscandybar.com/" target="_blank">Dylan's Candy Bar</a>. Gummy bears https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Bears-Grape.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Bears-Grape.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Bears-Grape.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/932-bears-grape-a-detail/ 932-bears-grape-a-detail 0 0

33694 Choose single-colour Mike and Ikes or opt for tropical colour combinations for your multicoloured affair. Available at <a href="http://www.justborn.com/mike-and-ike" target="_blank">Mike and Ike</a>. Mike and Ikes https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/jolly-joes-105x105.png https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/jolly-joes.png https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/jolly-joes.png 442 310 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/jolly-joes/ jolly-joes 0 0

33692 A definite throwback to the 1980s, Nerds come in a variety of bright colours, so there's bound to be one flavour that matches your colour scheme. Available at <a href="https://candyfunhouse.ca/collections/nerds-candy" target="_blank">Candy Funhouse</a>. Nerds https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HFCA089_2-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HFCA089_2.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/HFCA089_2.jpg 500 500 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/hfca089_2/ hfca089_2 0 0

33638 Offer your guests the opportunity to accessorize on-site...with candy! Available at <a href="http://openaparty.com/open-a-party-shop/product_info.php/stretchable-candy-necklaces-p-69638" target="_blank">Open A Party</a>. Candy necklaces https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_necklace_pastel_rainbow__56103_zoom-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_necklace_pastel_rainbow__56103_zoom.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/hard_candy_necklace_pastel_rainbow__56103_zoom.jpg 550 550 {"title":"hard_candy_necklace_pastel_rainbow"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/hard_candy_necklace_pastel_rainbow/ hard_candy_necklace_pastel_rainbow 0 0

33636 Accent your bouquet and centrepieces with these floral lollipops. Available at <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/pastelflowers.html" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Daisy lollipops https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2186_919718361-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2186_919718361.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2186_919718361.jpg 550 413 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/candywarehouse_2186_919718361/ candywarehouse_2186_919718361 0 0

33633 Exude love and romance on your sweet table with pink and white candy hearts. Available at <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/pink-and-white-candy-hearts.html" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Candy hearts https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2181_162824862-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2181_162824862.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2181_162824862.jpg 550 413 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/candywarehouse_2181_162824862/ candywarehouse_2181_162824862 0 0

33695 Match your classy affair to your dessert table by offering guests chocolate pearls. Available at <a href="https://www.candywarehouse.com/pearl-white-sixlets-mini-milk-chocolate-balls-2lb-bag/?Region=500" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Chocolate pearls https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/milk_chocolate_pearls_pearl_white__40196_zoom-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/milk_chocolate_pearls_pearl_white__40196_zoom.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/milk_chocolate_pearls_pearl_white__40196_zoom.jpg 550 550 {"aperture":"5.6","camera":"NIKON D40X","created_timestamp":"1275480176","focal_length":"135","iso":"400","shutter_speed":"0.0666666666667","title":"milk_chocolate_pearls_pearl_white"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/milk_chocolate_pearls_pearl_white/ milk_chocolate_pearls_pearl_white 0 0

33689 Jelly fruit slices can be arranged in so many different ways on a candy bar. Available at <a href="http://www.bulkbarn.ca/en/Products/All/Fruit-Jelly-Slices-787" target="_blank">Bulk Barn</a>. Jelly fruit slices https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/gummy_jelly_fruit_slices_lemon_yellow__58345_zoom-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/gummy_jelly_fruit_slices_lemon_yellow__58345_zoom.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/gummy_jelly_fruit_slices_lemon_yellow__58345_zoom.jpg 550 550 {"title":"gummy_jelly_fruit_slices_lemon_yellow"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/gummy_jelly_fruit_slices_lemon_yellow/ gummy_jelly_fruit_slices_lemon_yellow 0 0

33623 Perfect for fall weddings, candy corn can add an instant pop of colour to your spread. Available at <a href="http://www.dylanscandybar.com/" target="_blank">Dylan's Candy Bar</a>. Candy corn https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/301-Candy-Corn.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/301-Candy-Corn.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/301-Candy-Corn.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/301-candy-corn-a-detail/ 301-candy-corn-a-detail 0 0

33624 Starburst come in many bright colours, perfect for a summery wedding candy bar. Available via <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Starburst-Bulk-Candy-Wholesale-Pounds/dp/B015NCA6VM" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. Starburst https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/301-Starburst.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/301-Starburst.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/301-Starburst.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/301-starburst-a-detail/ 301-starburst-a-detail 0 0

33688 Striped sour belts are a welcome addition to any display of treats. Available at <a href="http://www.bulkbarn.ca/en/Products/All/Sour-Belts-669" target="_blank">Bulk Barn</a>. Sour belts https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/gummy_belts_sour_strawberry_banana_yellow_red__73586_zoom-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/gummy_belts_sour_strawberry_banana_yellow_red__73586_zoom.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/gummy_belts_sour_strawberry_banana_yellow_red__73586_zoom.jpg 550 550 {"title":"gummy_belts_sour_strawberry_banana_yellow_red"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/gummy_belts_sour_strawberry_banana_yellow_red/ gummy_belts_sour_strawberry_banana_yellow_red 0 0

33631 Strawberries & cream gummys are perfect for your posh pink affair. Available at <a href="http://www.dylanscandybar.com/" target="_blank">Dylan's Candy Bar</a>. Strawberries & cream gummys https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Strawberry-Cream.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Strawberry-Cream.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Strawberry-Cream.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/932-strawberry-cream-a-detail/ 932-strawberry-cream-a-detail 0 0

33635 What's more romantic than a single red rose? Available at <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/candyroses.html" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Rose lollipops https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_1244641305-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_1244641305.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_1244641305.jpg 550 413 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/candywarehouse_2183_1244641305/ candywarehouse_2183_1244641305 0 0

33629 Accent your romantic red theme with these pretty red and purple berries. Available via <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Haribo-Bulk-Raspberries-Lb-2-25-Kilogram/dp/B000EVMNP0" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. Haribo Raspberries https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Raspberries-Haribo.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Raspberries-Haribo.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Raspberries-Haribo.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/932-raspberries-haribo-a-detail/ 932-raspberries-haribo-a-detail 0 0

33627 A perennial classic, no one can turn down caramel cubes. Available via <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Kraft-KRAFT-Caramels-Bag-269G/dp/B06XRCR8WM/ref=sr_1_3?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1541005170&sr=1-3&keywords=candy+caramels&dpID=51ZYu-uQGYL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. Caramel cubes https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Caramel-Cube.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Caramel-Cube.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Caramel-Cube.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/932-caramel-cube-a-detail/ 932-caramel-cube-a-detail 0 0

33628 Choose one flavour of Jolly Ranchers that matches your colour scheme or pick them all for a multicoloured sweet table. Available via <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Jolly-Rancher-Candy-Watermelon-Flavor/dp/B00U3WWWP6/ref=sr_1_16?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1541005221&sr=1-16&keywords=jolly+rancher+hard+candy" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. Jolly Ranchers https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Jolly-Ranchers.a.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Jolly-Ranchers.a.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/932-Jolly-Ranchers.a.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/932-jolly-ranchers-a-detail/ 932-jolly-ranchers-a-detail 0 0

33634 Heart-shaped lollipops are a no-brainer. Available at <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/heartlollipops.html" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Heart lollipops https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_660697509-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_660697509.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_660697509.jpg 476 340 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/candywarehouse_2183_660697509/ candywarehouse_2183_660697509 0 0

33625 Bring a little bling to the table with rock candy in your wedding colours. Available at <a href="https://candyfunhouse.ca/products/rock-candy-sticks-assorted" target="_blank">Candy Funhouse</a>. Rock candy https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/356-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/356.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/356.jpg 500 500 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/356/ 356 0 0

33686 These chocolate hearts are a great conversation-starter. Available at <a href="http://www.candywarehouse.com/wordhearts.html" target="_blank">Candy Warehouse</a>. Chocolate conversation hearts https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_715425939-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_715425939.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/candywarehouse_2183_715425939.jpg 500 375 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/candywarehouse_2183_715425939/ candywarehouse_2183_715425939 0 0

33639 Put an ultra-personal stamp on your spread with monogrammed lollies. Available at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/53865026/2-letter-and-number-hard-candy-lollipops" target="_blank">Vintage Confections</a>. Letter lollipops https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/il_570xN.166236843-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/il_570xN.166236843.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/il_570xN.166236843.jpg 550 412 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/il_570xn-166236843/ il_570xn-166236843 0 0

33622 Retro candy buttons are a delicious and colourful addition to any dessert table. Available at <a href="http://www.dylanscandybar.com/candy_sour-candy/dylans-candy-bar-mega-sour-candy-buttons/" target="_blank">Dylan's Candy Bar</a>. Candy buttons https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/196-03473.b.detail-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/196-03473.b.detail.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/196-03473.b.detail.jpg 380 380 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/reception-ideas/30-unconventional-candy-bar-must-haves/slide/196-03473-b-detail/ 196-03473-b-detail 0 0