Dylan's Candy Bar facts for kids
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| Industry | Confectionery |
| Genre | Retail, online |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Founder | Dylan Lauren |
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Dylan's Candy Bar is a popular chain of candy stores. It also sells candy to other businesses. You can find its stores in big cities like New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. There are also locations in some US airports and around the world. Dylan Lauren owns the company.
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History of Dylan's Candy Bar
Dylan Lauren wanted to create a special candy store. She was inspired by the book Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Her goal was to mix fashion, art, and candy culture.
The store offers about 7,000 different kinds of candy. These candies come from all over the world. The main store in New York City is very famous. Many people visiting New York like to stop there. Even celebrities such as Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Katie Holmes, and Madonna have visited.
The first and main store is in New York City. It is located on 60th Street and 3rd Avenue. This store has been a setting for many TV shows and movies.
In 2011, Dylan Lauren was on the cover of Forbes magazine. This was because she was a successful business owner. Dylan's Candy Bar celebrated its 10th birthday in October 2011.
Dylan's Candy Bar in Movies and TV Shows
Dylan's Candy Bar has appeared in many popular movies and TV shows.
Featured in Hitch
The candy store was shown in the movie Hitch. This is a romantic comedy from 2005. Will Smith stars in the movie. In one scene, a character tries to get the attention of a saleswoman at the store.
Featured in Arthur
In the 2011 movie Arthur, Arthur (Russell Brand) gets a job at the store. He wants to prove he can be responsible. He works as a cashier, stocks shelves, and helps customers. His job ends when he falls down the stairs and is fired.
Featured in Gossip Girl
Dylan's Candy Bar appeared in two episodes of Gossip Girl.
- In Season 2, Episode 15, "Gone with the Will": Vanessa (Jessica Szohr) and Dan (Penn Badgley) shop for a gift. They are interrupted by fans while trying to talk.
- In Season 3, Episode 7, "How to Succeed in Bassness": Rufus Humphrey (Matthew Settle) has a bag from Dylan's Candy Bar. He is ready for trick-or-treaters.
Featured in Project Runway
The store was part of a challenge on Project Runway. In Season 10, Episode 2, "Candy Couture," designers had to create outfits. They could only use items bought from Dylan's Candy Bar. Each designer had $250 to spend.
Featured in Cake Boss
Dylan's Candy Bar was featured on Cake Boss. In Season 2, Episode 2, "Candy, Crash and Crisis," the store ordered a special cake. The cake was decorated with candy products. The store was also on the spin-off show, "Next Great Baker." Contestants had to make a candy-themed cake.
Featured in Dinner: Impossible
The store appeared in Dinner: Impossible. In Season 7, Episode 2, Dylan Lauren challenged Robert Irvine. He had to prepare a party for 250 guests in 8 hours. All the dishes had to use candy from the store. He also made a cake from Rice Krispies Treats with candy.
Featured in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
In the first episode of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Kimmy Schmidt visits the store. She is excited about her new freedom. She even says, "I'm having candy for dinner!" Later, she tries to get a job there. She tells an employee she loves their "shark gummies."
