Sweets for Occasions: The Ultimate Guide
Are you planning a special event this year? Whether it’s a baby shower for a friend, a wedding, a birthday bash, or even a work gathering, the right selection of sweets can add a fun touch to the occasion. At Sweets Direct, we believe that no party is complete without a sugary treat (or two!).
This guide is all about choosing the perfect sweets for your special occasion and fun ways to display them. From creating personalised sweet cones to designing a pick-and-mix station, we’ve got you covered!
Why Your Next Event Should Feature Sweets
Think back to your childhood and attending school discos with a few pounds in your pocket to arrive and have a sweets-packed tuck shop to dig into! Now, imagine recreating that sense of joy at your next event. Here’s why sweets are a must-have at any celebration:
Nostalgia at Its Best: Sweets bring back fond childhood memories. They create a comforting sense of nostalgia, making them the perfect treat for guests of all ages.
A Sweet Boost: Let’s face it, sugar (in moderation!) provides everyone with a little pick-me-up, keeping energy levels high at any event. Everyone’s always in a better mood with sweets to help themselves to.
Options for Every Diet: Gone are the days when dietary restrictions meant missing out. From vegan candies to sugar-free delights, there’s something for everyone.
They Add Fun and Look Great: Sweets aren’t just tasty; they also make for eye-catching displays and creative party favours. A well-planned, colourful sweets table is a great topic for conversation too.
Creative Ways to Incorporate Sweets Into Your Event
Depending on the size and theme of your event, there are countless ways to add a sugary touch. Here are some ideas to get you started:
1. Pick ‘N’ Mix Station
Give your guests the ultimate sweet shop experience with a pick-and-mix station. Provide classic favourites like fizzy cola bottles, jelly beans, and foam bananas, and let everyone create their selection.
2. Personalised Sweet Cones
Individually wrapped sweet cones make fantastic party favours or place settings. Fill them with a mix of colourful treats and add a custom label for an extra special touch.
3. Themed Sweet Buffets
Match your sweets to your party theme! For a pastel baby shower, opt for soft marshmallows and pink and blue bonbons. A Halloween party? Go for creepy eyeball gummies and sour worms.
4. Candy Centrepieces
Why stick to flowers when you can have an edible centrepiece? A towering jar of rainbow lollipops or a cupcake stand filled with wrapped chocolates can double as décor and dessert.
5. Retro Sweet Jars
If you want to add a touch of nostalgia, set up jars of classic retro sweets like sherbet fountains, drumsticks, and blackjacks. Perfect for older guests who’ll appreciate the throwback!
6. DIY Sweet Bags
Set up a table with paper bags and let guests fill their own with their favourites. This works especially well for weddings and children’s parties, creating a fun interactive element.
7. Branded Sweets
For branded events, sweets are a great take-away souvenir. A branded pick and mix with a good selection of sweets is far more likely to get noticed than an unbranded one!
Sweet Treats for Every Occasion
Need some inspiration for your next event? Here’s our quick guide to the best sweets for different occasions:
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Weddings: Sugared almonds, heart-shaped jellies, and white chocolate truffles.
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Baby Showers: Pink and blue bonbons, marshmallow twists, and gummy bears.
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Birthday Parties: Rainbow lollipops, fizzy sweets, and chocolate buttons.
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Corporate Events: Branded sweet tins, luxury truffles, and individually wrapped sweets.
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Christmas Gatherings: Candy canes, chocolate coins, and festive gummies.
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Halloween Parties: Gummy worms, eyeball chocolates, and fizzy sweets.
How to Set Up a Sweets Display at an Event
Are you ready to incorporate sweets from Sweets Direct into your upcoming event? Great! We have some final tips to help you create a sweets display that is fitting for your occasion. Of course, feel free to add any additional personalisation where you see fit.
Colour Schemes
Every sweets display requires a colour scheme, whether it’s a sweet pick n mix station or a party bag table. We suggest that you select sweets that match your event’s theme, for example, if you’re throwing a baby shower for a baby boy, blue bonbons are the way to go! We also have a Blue 1kg Sweet Mix, perfect for such occasions.
Sweets Containers and Sweets Jars
There are many creative ways in which you can display sweets, including the containers that they are stored in. We love classic sweets jars as they provide a retro sweets shop style. Other ideas include tiered stands, colourful glass bowls and paper bags.
Labels Are Essential!
Labels are a must, not just for dietary requirements, but also for ease of sweets displaying and selection. You should aim to make it easy enough for guests at your event to grab sweets of choice. Include tags such as ‘vegan’ or ‘gluten-free’ to be extra mindful. You may also want to display individual ingredients.
Think About Display Decor
From flowers to fairy lights, there are plenty of ways to make your sweets display even more eye-catching. We enjoy using Pinterest for sweets display ideas, you’re sure to find plenty of inspiration.
Don’t Forget Takeaway Bags
Not that having plenty of leftover sweets is a bad thing at all, but we suggest stocking up on takeaway sweet bags. Opt for traditional red and white striped bags for an old sweets shop style or choose something more contemporary, we’ll leave that decision to you!
Hygiene
Finally, you should leave out some hand sanitiser by your sweets display or hand wipes and be sure to have plenty of sweet scoops to scoop up candies.
Make Your Event Extra Sweet with Sweets Direct
Ready to add a little sweetness to your celebration? At Sweets Direct, we have everything you need to make your event extra special.
Browse our selection of pick-and-mix sweets, personalised treats, and party packs to find the perfect addition to your occasion.
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