Waist Beads & Anklets
Waist Beads & Anklets
*Anklets are One Size Fits All*
Each waist beads have a 42- Inch elastic string with unique patterns, no two strands are the same.
The elasticity provides freedom and longevity, for weight gain and loss.
If you lose a lot of weight, you can cut the string to readjust to your new size.
HOW TO TIE::
You can tie the beads at your natural waistline, at the navel, right above your hips or anywhere in between.
1) Stand up straight, and Lift shirt.
2) Using both hands, pick up each end of the strand and wrap the beads around the waist line.
3) Slide excessive beads off, double knot the string.
4) Slide tag between the skin and knot then crazy glue the knot and let dry.
*PLEASE NOTE:
We recommend tying at the navel, to give your body time to adjust.
When Removing the waist beads, slide them up to avoid overstretching.
Excessive exposure to water can change the color of the beads.
*Excessive beads/string can be used as a bracelet and/or anklet.
The history of waist beads can be traced back as early as the 15th century to the Yoruba tribe in SW Nigeria.
This beautiful aspect of “the feminine proclamation” of self’ in African culture promotes self-love and healing through embracing themselves, no matter the size.
Waist Beads reminds us to be in-tuned with our womb, a reminder of the power we possess and all that makes us woman.
This traditional African accessory symbolizes:
Femininity, Womanhood aka coming- of-age, Fertility, Spirituality, Protection, Confidence, Intimacy, Fashion, Wealth, Power and Weight Management.
The color meaning varies with every tribe, waist beads are open to interpretation:
Black – Power and protection, Turquoise – Communication and self-awareness, Pink – Care, beauty, love and kindness Red – Confidence and vitality Orange – Courage, self-confidence and vitality
Yellow – Energy, joy and happiness, Wisdom, Knowledge, Clarity Green – Abundance, fertility, nature and prosperity White – Light, truth and purity Purple – Royalty, spirituality and wisdom Gold – Good health, power and wealth Brown – Earth and stability Blue – Loyalty and truth, Faith, Devotion, Insight