If a sweet tooth is your weakness then perhaps you could consider having a candy buffet at your reception! It’s a cute way to bring out your childish side but still be classy. It can also be beneficial if you’re having trouble figuring out a good favor.


In order to start planning your buffet you’ll need to gather the right ingredients; cool containers, your favorite goodies and some things like ribbons and bows to match your decor. Be sure to get candies that match your color scheme, as well as different shapes, sizes and textures to keep things interesting.

When deciding on the types of candy to use, you can narrow it down to one of many themes. You could choose candies of all one color, vintage goodies, ones to match the country/environment if you’re hosting a destination wedding, ones to match the season or even personalized ones. The choices are endless and there is no right and wrong here!

Now you ask yourself, how much should I buy? Well there are a number of takes on that question. Some believe it’s a a few ounces per guest but others say a pound a person. All in all just keep in mind that more is better! If you want to make your buffet really stick out, your best bet is to create a lavishly full table, even if its more candy then your guests can eat.

Be creative! It’s your wedding and your choice, there is no cookie-cutter template for a candy buffet so have fun with it! If you want read more on candy buffets and get some more tips and ideas then click here! Happy candy hunting : )