Somebody asked me what our wedding theme was the other day. After first giving the inquirer a totally blank and confused look, she gave me a little assistance by saying that her daughter’s wedding theme was “rustic but elegant.” I was still so confused, because I didn’t know I needed a theme (other than, “Hey, it’s a wedding.”), but I eventually suggested that my theme might be “Candy.” Needless to say, I don’t think that’s what she was expecting me to say.
I seriously love candy. Like, my absolute worst nightmare would be getting diagnosed with diabetes. To me, a meal is not complete unless it ends with sugar.
In addition to candy, I also love bright colors. And candy tends to come in bright colors. So, it kind of just makes sense for our wedding to be filled with candy.
I know that most girls envision a very elegant wedding day, but I want our wedding to be fun! (I’m not saying elegant brides can’t have fun. I’ve had quite a rambunctious good time at some nicer events. But I don’t want there to be any question about whether people are allowed to let loose and have a good time.)
Before anyone says, “But your wedding should be about love!”—yes, I agree. But love is fun. And our ceremony will be serious, I promise you. And I know I’ll cry. But my tears will fall upon my sparkly colorful bouquet.
Speaking of bouquets and of candy, have you all seen this?
Image from Girly Wedding ’ Image by Modern Life Studios
It would fit so perfectly with our theme! And think of the possibilities for the centerpieces!
Image from Budget Brides Guide
Fabulous, right?? Even though I’ve received some pretty strange looks from people when I tell them we’re decorating with candy, I’m so pumped about it. I can’t wait to put a few centerpieces together and see how it looks!
Do you have a “theme” for your wedding? Is it unusual or did you choose to go with something more classic and traditional?
My wedding didn’t have a theme. I made sure to make classic/timeless choices, incorporated aqua color where possible, and tried not to have anything clash with our venue (a lodge with orangey wooden logs).
We are also going with a rustic elegance theme (I’ve wanted it since way before it became so overdone, so I’m sticking with it). You could always say your theme is “Love is sweet” or something like that if you don’t want to deal with the look people are giving you when you say candy… and that way it is more of a suprise!
I love a themed wedding (as is evidence from my posts) and I love your candy theme! I have a huge sweet tooth as well, and I think you definitely need to have a candy bouquet and candy buffet! How fun!
This is pretty amazing. I love the centrepiece inspiration, especially those huge lollipops. Don’t worry about people who give you weird looks about your theme. It’s a day for you and your fiance – besides, as Dr. Seuss says: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.”
Oh my gosh, this is so cool! I can’t wait to see how all of this pans out for your wedding. And I don’t think you’ll have any trouble convincing people to take your centerpieces at the end of the night!
At first, I didn’t get the whole “theme” thing, either…”Theme? The theme is ‘wedding’.” But as I plunged deeper into wedding world and the Bee, I have to admit I saw some BEAUTIFUL themed weddings.
As soon as I read candy, a bouquet popped into my head, and the first thing to come to me was these (sorry for the link, no pictures in the blog!)
http://www.candywarehouse.com/products/two-tone-hearts-lollipops-120-piece-bag/
http://www.candywarehouse.com/products/sunflower-lollipops-120-piece-bag/
http://www.candywarehouse.com/products/daisy-lollipops-120-piece-bag/
http://www.candywarehouse.com/products/heart-lollipops-assorted-120-piece-bag/
http://www.candywarehouse.com/products/flower-lollipops-120-piece-bag/
all put together in a beautiful bouquet!
That’s awesome! I would be tempted to eat your centerpieces, haha. 
We didn’t really have a theme… ‘folksy organization’ came up a few times but by the time we were setting up, it was anything goes.
Ohhh I bet candy centerpieces would be so pretty! Can’t wait to see how you put them together.
Mr. H is diabetic (Type 1). That doesn’t keep him from having a major sweet tooth!
@Mrs. Dragon: As long as they don’t get eaten by the time I make it to the reception, I wouldn’t mind!
Folksy organization?? How does “organization” become part of a theme? I’m curious.
@SoonToBeMrsDonnieW: You’re so much more creative than me! Love is Sweet is a much better theme. It seems so obvious now…
@mgol25: Dr. Seuss was a pretty smart dude. I love that quote.
We are using Marie Antoinette / Versailles as a lose theme for our wedding. This is mostly through the colors that we have chosen and some of our decor and paper goods.
Our theme was…wedding.
In fact, when a blogger recently called my wedding rustic, I laughed. It definitely was no rustic, though I realize that term is almost ubiquitous these days.
I love this idea, there are so many things you can do with it! I think FFries did candy centerpieces if you need some more inspiration!
@Mrs. Mink: I think having a wedding outdoors has somehow become synonymous with “rustic”. (I guess mine will be rustic candy then) (P.S. I’m in love with your wedding. It was so gorgeous.)
@Mrs. Pony: Thanks for the tip!!
I absolutely love this idea! Its so fun and playful and can still be done in a classy way! good luck!
Ok, it’s official: your wedding blogging will be so much fun. I’m so excited to see how your theme plays out! It will be so unique!
My theme was the same as Mrs. Mink: wedding. Haha. That’s the way I liked it, though: simple and traditional. I did try coming up with a few themes (key to my heart aka keys and locks, lovebirds, etc.) but nothing really seemed “us” so we just gave up.
LOVE this! The center pieces are beautiful and classy too. And I totally agree with the wanting people to know they are there for a good time.
I love this! I did a Wizard of Oz themed wedding, and my bridesmaids carried lollipop bouquets, wrapped in sparkly ribbon we also did a candy buffet, and our ring bearer carried a giant lollipop [which was actually a lawn ornament from the Christmas section of Hobby Lobby.. the real things were SO expensive in a large enough size]
@siimplycraziie: there’s actually pictures on my page here. . I’m just not logged in
Ha, that’s totally Mrs. Fro Yo’s candy bouquet from her bridal shoot! Such a cool inspiration!
Miss Blue Whale, College Park, MD Age and Occupation: 27, Graduate Student Fiance's Age and Occupation: 33, Graduate Student Engagement Date: March 10, 2012 Wedding Date: May 2013 Venue: Southern Tree Plantation in Blairsville, GA About Me: I love bright colors, glitter, sugar, cheese, tiny animals, talking in silly accents, dancing, and all things music. I love to plan things, but when it comes time to execute the plans, I tend to panic. My friends tell me that I remind them of a mix between a cartoon character and a Disney Princess. Mr. Blue Whale and I are Southerners at heart, but we’ve been transplanted to the East Coast for school. We both love barbecues, star-gazing, bonfires, music, making up nonsense words, and generally being silly. Our wedding will be a fun-filled destination wedding in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It will most certainly feature bright colors, '80s music, and glitter.
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