6 Sweet Things That Inspire Dylan Lauren

How did you fall in love with candy?
My parents [Ricky and Ralph Lauren] screened Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory at my sixth birthday party, and when I first glimpsed the lollipop and candy cane trees, gumball podiums and edible flowers, I remember thinking, "I want my own candy land!"

How does candy spark your creativity?
I've been making Pop Art–inspired collages with candy wrappers since college. And I love brainstorming funky creations, like pancakes-and-syrup-flavored chocolate.

Do you eat candy all day?
I'm constantly snacking on Swedish Fish, red gummy bears and gumballs; they keep me going. I try to make up for it by eating lots of vegetables.

See the items that inspire her...

A coworker gave me these from the Metropolitan Museum of Art store. The spectrum is pretty enough to hang on my wall, but I use the set to sketch new projects.

I'm fascinated by the packaging of sweets in Japan and European countries; it's very artistic, with intricate designs and beautiful materials like silk.

I own this cable-knit from my dad's line in six colors; it's my work uniform. I'll wear one over my shoulders with a dress or with jeans and a T-shirt. It's elegant, classic and supercomfortable.

I love color, and I'm very particular about the shades in our logo, plus the fixtures and packaging. This guide helps me nail the perfect pigments every time.

Growing up, I was obsessed with my two pet rabbits, Chocolate and Vanilla. I have more than 3,000 bunny figurines, stuffed bunnies and bunny-shaped candies.

When I'm feeling stressed after work, I head to this high-energy indoor cycling class. I leave feeling empowered and full of endorphins.

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