Dylan Loves: Tyra Banks’ TZONE

Posted On July 2nd, 2012 , by Dylan Lauren

Tyra Banks at the construction site for the new TZONE and Lower East Side Girls Club (Photo: Christopher Gregory /The New York Times)

 

Hey everyone! I had such an INSPIRATIONAL day visiting the site for Tyra Banks’ TZONE at the Lower East Side Girls Center earlier this month, and I wanted to share it with all of you! Her amazing new program will serve as a leadership development center for hundreds of girls from all over New York City. The brand new facility, will be the home for a variety of incredible events including career development workshops, mentoring, experiential learning opportunities, community-wide events and more! It is truly remarkable that so many girls will benefit from the unique programs and opportunities they are provided with at the new, permanent residence of the TZONE.

The state of the art center will have everything a girl would dream about. From a delicious café, to a screening room, and even a planetarium—this Girls Club has it all! As a true work out guru myself, I LOVE that the program encourages exercise—they will even have a bike rack for girls who are looking to stay in shape and ride over to the building!  I am so proud to be a part of this fantastic initiative and I can’t wait to follow the progress and success of the TZONE. I encourage you to learn more about Tyra Banks’ TZONE Foundation or The Lower East Side Girls Club it’s sure to BRIGHTEN your day!

<3, Dylan

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Dylan Loves: Candy Stripe Shoes

Posted On May 18th, 2012 , by Dylan Lauren

I love my new shoes!  They are by Reef, and are so comfy and have that perfect blend of fun and classy. One of the reasons I decided to open Dylan’s Candy Bar is  because I have always been in love with bright candy colors and saw so much potential in pushing candy into the design and art world. And it’s as if these shoes are candy-inspired! Their brightness sure do inspire me.

Me wearing my REEF TROPIC "Bella Costa" flats!

On top of it all, when I went to purchase them online, I learned that the shoes are crafted by artisans in the Mayan highlands of Guatemala. By partnering with the nonprofit organization, Nest, Reef is providing an opportunity for these women to create a sustainable living.

I encourage you to learn more about the Nest organization at http://www.buildanest.org and brighten up more than just your own day by getting a pair. Or two!

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Dylan on VH1 Big Morning Buzz

Posted On May 8th, 2012 , by Dylans Candy Bar

We had so much fun at VH1′s Big Morning Buzz Live with Carrie Keagan!

From candy cane frames to candy wrapper memory boxes (oh and a sweet candy cocktail, too!), check out all of the sweet Mother’s Day candy craft ideas Dylan shared below.

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Zen Belly Event

Posted On May 4th, 2012 , by Crafty Katie

Office pups, Jersey and Sabra, were so excited to host a very special Zen Belly day at Dylan’s Candy Bar in NYC!

Dylan holding Jersey & Lauren holding Sabra

We love Zen Belly, because they are dedicated to creating all natural canine cookies and confections. The products are created with the highest human grade and locally sourced ingredients. By purchasing these healthful and delicious products, you can join Zen Belly in their dedication to end animal abuse and to the safety and well-being of animals by providing sanctuaries for a new start in life.

Delicious rainbow cookie & black and white cookie dog treats

Vanilla the Bunny and The Zen Belly mascot handed out free sample packets of Zen Belly treats, while customers could enter to when a $75 doggie gift basket.

Vanilla The Bunny &  Zen Belly Puppy enjoying the sunshine (Left) One lucky winner took home this $75 doggie basket (Right)

All of our four legged friends had the most amazing time eating treats and meeting new peeps!

Dylan with the cutest pomeranian pup (Top Left) Sabra waiting patiently for a yummy Zen Belly treat (Top Middle) Sabra meeting her new friend, Oreo Cookie (Bottom Left) Dylan, Jersey and the Zen Belly team getting ready for a fun day at Dylan’s Candy Bar (Right)

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Splendid Launch Party

Posted On April 24th, 2012 , by Dylans Candy Bar

Last week Dylan hosted Splendid’s NYC store opening!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Celebrations & Bar team brought the Dylan’s Candy Bar experience downtown to Splendid’s new store in Soho (111 Spring Street). We set up a colorful candy display and a candy cocktail bar with our favorite summer drinks such as, The Strawberry Nerds Mojito and Dylan’s Peachy Tea.

To make the night even more exciting, Dylan introduced Dylan’s Candy Bar for Splendid limited edition blankets that she designed exclusively for Splendid. All proceeds of the blankets benefited the MCSPCA, an organization dedicated to protecting and advocating for all animals. MCSPCA is where Dylan adopted her new puppy, Jersey!  Tip: These blankets paired with a Splendid dress is perfect for a picnic or day at the beach!

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From the desk of Dylan Lauren

Posted On April 20th, 2012 , by Dylan Lauren

 

Hi Everybody!  I am so excited for my first entry on the new Dylan’s Candy Bar blog, I Dream in Candy.  There are so many new candies, products, friends, activities and companies that I love, and I can’t wait to share them with you here.

The most common question I am asked about Dylan’s Candy Bar is “What inspires you?”

Well, I find inspirations in my everyday life all the time. Right now I’m most inspired by my new puppy, Jersey, the fun Spring fashion the gals are wearing in my office, and as always, candy.

To me candy is ART, candy is FASHION, candy is ENTERTAINMENT, candy is a JOY, and candy is a WORLD OF COLOR.

As a matter of fact, it thrills me to see NYC embracing bright candy colors right now, especially since I love combining bold, complementary colors in everything I design and wear.  The combination of sea green and coral (like Alex is wearing below) with pops of turquoise is currently one of my favorite color combinations.

Check out some of our inspirations and things we are drooling over.

clockwise, from top left:
tiered cake decorated with rock candy, turquoise jelly beans, Essie nail polish in Braziliant, sea green candy sticks, ribbon candy ring, tulips growing in our neighborhood, custom bracelet ring by NYC-based french designer, Virginie Millefiori (our newest accessory obsession), summer colors & look by Splendid

Corals & shades of green are a must! Dress and top from Splendid. Jeans from H&M. Gumball necklace crafted by Katie!

Katie & Alex show off their bright nails

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by! Look forward to seeing you all back here, dreaming in candy with me.

<3 Dylan

 

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