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Dylan's Candy Bar - BE@RBRICK

Dylan's Candy Bar is a large chain of candy stores and suppliers in the United States, owned by Dylan Lauren. The brand has outlets in New York, Illinois, Hawaii, and Florida, where customers can visit and enjoy a wide range of candies, sweets, and treats. BE@BRICK would later collaborate with this chain to create a delicious-looking figurine called "BE@RBRICK Dylan's Candy Bar 1000%."

Background to the Dylan's Candy Bar x BE@RBRICK collaboration

The collaboration between Dylan's Candy Bar and BE@RBRICK was first announced in January 2018 and produced a total of three figurines based on the store by early 2021.

History of the planning and launch of the collaboration

Although the first set of BE@RBRICK figures officially launched in June 2018, Dylan's Candy Bar announced that pre-orders for the various figure sizes were available earlier that year, in January. These figures included the 100%, 400%, and 1000% BE@RBRICK sizes. The designs of each figure in this set feature many types of candy you might expect to find at one of Dylan's Candy Bar's stores. Some sizes even have different designs, which encourages collectors to purchase all three figures as well.

Dylan BE@RBRICK 1000% Chocolate Bar

This massive figure produced by Medicom Toy was inspired by Dylan's Candy Bar and features a design made up of a plethora of different candies. As the name suggests, this "1000%" sized figure is 10 times larger than the standard "100%" BE@RBRICK figure, resulting in a product that stands an impressive 27.6 inches tall. Like other BE@RBRICK items, this figure still has the line's signature round ears, big belly, and poseable limbs. That said, it almost looks like it's made entirely of candy. Different types of lollipops, gummies, licorice, peppermints, gummies, and more also give this BE@RBRICK figure an incredible variety of colors. Overall, die-hard candy fans who need a centerpiece for their memorabilia collection need look no further.

Product Name: Dylan BE@RBRICK 1000% Chocolate Bar
Brand: BE@RBRICK
Manufacturer: Medicom Toy
Features: Painted and articulated plastic figure
Height (approx.): 700 mm

Dylan's Candy Bar - BE@RBRICK, near Japan, figurine

Dylan's Chocolate Bar Background

Dylan's Candy Bar is a candy store chain that also supplies candy to the United States. Today, many customers consider the original store a must-visit for anyone visiting New York City.

Dylan's Chocolate Bar Background: History

The original Dylan's Candy Bar was founded in 2001 and is located in New York City. Dylan Lauren, the chain's founder and current owner, is the daughter of multi-billionaire fashion designer Ralph Lauren. Likely influenced by her father, Dylan's Candy Bar combined aspects of confectionery, fashion design, and popular culture to create a unique experience that was originally inspired by the mystical, childlike wonder evoked by Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Today, there are several Dylan's Candy Bar stores across the United States, each offering approximately 7,000 different types of candy from various parts of the world. The company is expected to celebrate its 20th anniversary in October 2021.

Dylan's Candy Bar Background: Reception

Today, many customers who visit one of this chain's stores recognize it as an important figure in American candy culture. Some even say it's a must-see for anyone visiting New York City, placing it on par with Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and the Empire State Building. Additionally, the famous candy chain has been mentioned in several media examples like Hitch None , Gossip Girl , Cake Boss , and much more. While the most ardent fans of Dylan's Candy Bar would prefer to get the full experience by visiting the physical store, customers who live too far away can also simply order their candy online, making it easy for everyone to satisfy their sweet tooth.

Other notable Dylan collaborations with Candy Bar

While Dylan's Candy Bar has collaborated with many different bands, companies, and brands, their most notable collaboration is probably with the 2017 Broadway production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. This collaboration resulted in a physical candy bar designed by Dylan's Candy Bar, which was stocked with numerous types of candy and alcohol for guests visiting the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Given that Dylan's Candy Bar was originally inspired by Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory , this collaboration allowed Dylan to return the favor, making it a fitting addition to the company's accomplishments.

In addition to this collaboration, the company also partners with numerous animal charities through its own animal foundation, Dylan's Candy BarN. Each month, the foundation partners with different groups and organizations to help animals find new homes, fund rescue programs, and raise awareness about pet spaying and neutering.