Candy Necklace

There’s something deliciously nostalgic about a candy necklace. Not merely a sweet, but a wearable wonder – a pastel-coloured loop of sugary beads that doubles as both jewellery and snack. In the grand theatre of childhood confections, the candy necklace is your star performer – part sweet, part dress-up, entirely brilliant.

A Fashion Statement You Can Eat

Unlike the gaudy trinkets of plastic tat found in the bottom of party bags, the candy necklace is a masterstroke of edible ingenuity. It’s a sweet that’s designed to be worn proudly – until, of course, hunger gets the better of you and you nibble your way through the beads, leaving behind a sticky string and a small pang of remorse.

What’s Inside These Sugary Strings?

Each candy bead is made from pressed sugar, flavoured with the most charmingly artificial fruit notes one could ever hope for: sherbet, cherry, lemon – and that magical unidentifiable “pink” flavour that somehow tastes like childhood itself.

All this wrapped up in an elastic string that stretches just enough to be slung around wrists or necks with theatrical flair. They’re individually wrapped too, meaning they’re perfectly suited for hygienic sharing – or hoarding, if you’re that way inclined.

A Sweet Staple of Every Party

If you’re assembling party bags worthy of a five-star review from the under-10s, candy jewellery like this is non-negotiable. It’s not just a sweet, it’s an experience – the kind of playful indulgence that makes kids party sweets feel like the stuff of legend. Pile them into a bowl of pick n mix sweets, or hand them out as sugary accessories to the fashionable few.

A Sweet with Staggering Endurance

Despite being chewed, licked, stretched, snapped, and sometimes forgotten in coat pockets for weeks, the humble sweets necklace survives. It is – much like Mr Benn – always there, ready to transport you somewhere joyful and sugary the moment it’s rediscovered.

In an age of overly complex treats, the candy necklace sweets remains disarmingly simple. It makes no promises it cannot keep. It does not aspire to gourmet pretension. It is sugar, shaped like beads, strung onto elastic. And that is precisely its charm.

Why Duncans Sweet Shop Still Stocks Them

Because here at Duncans, we believe in sweets with stories. We stock sweets that do more than taste nice – they create a moment, spark a memory, or start a giggle. And few sweets are as iconic or conversation-starting as the candy necklace. Whether you’re planning a retro-themed event or simply want to offer something light-hearted in a jar on the counter, these are the sweets that always draw a smile.

Perfect For…

• Fancy dress and themed events
• Gender reveal parties and kids’ birthdays
• Retro weddings or corporate giveaways
• Stocking up your own party bag fillers

FAQs

What are candy necklaces made of?

Candy necklaces are made from compressed dextrose and sugar, flavoured with fruity esters and coloured using safe food-grade dyes. Each bead is slightly fizzy on the tongue and lightly sweet – perfect for nibbling one by one.

Are candy necklaces suitable for vegetarians or vegans?

Most candy necklaces are suitable for vegetarians and are often free from gelatine. However, formulations can vary, so always check the packaging if you're shopping for specific dietary needs.

Do candy necklaces come in different colours or flavours?

Yes! The beads vary in colour – from soft pastels to vibrant pinks and yellows – and come in a selection of fruit flavours that capture the playful essence of childhood.

Are they suitable for younger children?

They’re a hit with children, but due to the elastic string and hard texture, they’re best suited to children over 3 years of age under supervision. Always consider safety when giving elastic sweets to little ones.

For those with a fondness for the quirky, a yearning for nostalgia, or simply a sweet tooth with a sense of humour, the candy necklace is a little loop of joy. At Duncans Sweet Shop, we wear ours with pride – until we nibble them down to nothing.