3 Simple Steps for Adding Pizzazz to Your Wedding Candy Buffet

Many of today's weddings feature a wedding candy buffet, which is a table of assorted bulk candy set out in lovely glass containers for guests to snack on, or to take home in a small bag afterwards. This feature is a beautiful addition to any reception as it's practical, allowing guests some munchies as the evening winds down, and is also dazzling to look at as well.

When it comes to a cheap wedding candy buffet, brides may be concerned with how to make theirs really stand out so that it makes an impact on guests. When you have just a small assortment of items it may not have the same visual appeal as a larger buffet table, so of course you want to add some pizzazz. Even if your wedding candy buffet is larger with more expensive items and fancier containers, you still want to put your own personal stamp on it.

Consider three quick and simple ways to add that pizzazz and personality to any wedding candy buffet, no matter the price and presentation.

Decorate the Table

One of the reasons that a cheap wedding candy buffet is so appealing is that it looks beautiful, considering the glass jars and metal scoops you use. To take this one step further, decorate the table on which you put your items. Loop some wide ribbon in the color of your wedding around a few of the containers, or add some glittery stickers to the table covering itself. You can also add some photographs of the bride and groom to your table on which you have your wedding candy buffet.

Remember to use risers if you're composing your own wedding candy buffet; this will elevate certain dishes in the back so that everything makes an impact and stands out. You can use just about anything as a riser, as long as it's sturdy and can slide under the tablecloth. Shop the dollar store for solid plastic items and remember to practice setting up your wedding candy buffet before your reception, if you're doing this yourself.

Choose One or Two Unique Items

Typically a wedding candy buffet has some standard candies that everyone will love; these usually include both plain and peanut M&M's, Reese's Pieces, jelly beans, Skittles, and other traditional choices. These are good because they'll please a wide range of guests. However, to add some pizzazz to your cheap wedding candy buffet, choose one item that will really stand out and that might coordinate well with your wedding.

For example, candy corn is great for autumn weddings. A dish of peppermints or candy canes are great for winter weddings. Red Hots and Hot Tamales are also great fun for a wedding as the red can symbolize passion. Just one or two unique items in your wedding candy buffet can mean some fun personality.

Make it Glow

If you're having a reception with some modern flair, think about how you can make the table for your wedding candy buffet glow. Get some glow in the dark necklaces or bracelets and toss them on the table, or some flashy-blinking pins and scatter these around. You can also add small mirrors under the containers and flameless candles for more traditional weddings. These simple touches to your wedding candy buffet can add real personality and pizzazz for only a few dollars in cost.