New African Waist Beads In Stock
We are so excited to have added new stock to our “Traditional African Waist Beads” This seasons waist bead colours include metallic blacks and blues through neon yellows and seaside blues
Have a look at our new offerings Here
Red And Gold Honeycomb Waist Beads
Our “Red & Gold Honycomb” design African waist beads have a glow that is warm and inviting. Try pairing these up with lacy black underwear for a contrasting effect.
How Many Waist Beads Should I Wear?
How many African waist beads a girl wears is completely a matter of choice
However if you like to play by fashion rules then here are some number and colour combinations you may like to consider.
A single strand of wait beads works well and looks amazing when worn around the midriff or waistline. Especially more so when it is a shimmery colour like gold or silver.
Odd numbers will be your go to if you only like to wear the same colour waist beads. Think dark colours such as black, purple or navy blur waist beads.
Six strings of waist beads
Who doesn't love a great colour combo! If you like to wear two different waist bead colours or designs at the same time then go all out and wear six waist beads.
Cloudy Dream Waist Beads
Take a look at these oh so dreamy African waist beads!
A perfect collaboration of soft colours. Pure white, baby blue and gentle yellow. A trio that works well with all skin tones.
How Do Waist Beads Aid Weight Lose
African Waist Beads aid weight lose by making you conscious of your body. Wearing waist beads is a little like having a permanent measuring tape around your waist or hips, only prettier.
Many women have reported the automatic self control and elevated self confidence that comes with feeling of the beads on the body.
We are all for body confidence and no matter your shape or size we believe waist beads look absolutely gorgeous on all female forms.
If however you are looking forward to embarking on a figure shaping journey then we suggest incorporating African waist beads into your routine.
Waist Beads Origin
African waist beads originated from Egypt in antiquity. In modernity Ghana and Nigeria lay claim to the origin of waist beads. You will waist find beads incorporated into everyday life from bridal gifting to weight management right through to being heirloom.
Silver And White Honeycomb Waist Beads
Silver and white waist beads are the perfect combination to pair up with white lingerie. They are also a perfect addition to wedding jewelry.
The Purpose Of African Waist Beads
What is the purpose of African waist beads?
Apart from bringing sparkle and shine to your waist and hips, African waist beads serve the following purposes.
1.Weight management - helping you keep track of fluctuations and changes in your body
2. cultural identity - Different regions identify with different colours an style combinations
3. communicating status - the style and number of beads worn communicate whether a woman is married or single.
4. Enhancing femininity - waist beads help a woman connect with her curves and femininity
Now over to you, what does wearing waist beads mean to you?
Facts About Waist Beads
If you’ve been a fan of of African waist beads for a minute but have always wondered, where they originated from and why they were created then you will enjoy learning the following facts about African waist beads.
Waist beads are used as bridal adornment across different African cultures.
African waist beads were ( and are still ) used to communicate social status and wealth
Women wore different waist beads colours at different times of the month to signify whether they were on their feminine cycle or not.
African waist beads are used to confirm womanhood and are often gifted to young girls at puberty.
in some places waist beads are treated as heirloom and passed down from mother to daughter.
Waist beads are included in bride dowries as a gift from the groom and his family to the bride.
African waist beads originally were created using wood, stone, glass and even gold.
Waist beads were used as currency and for the exchange of goods.
African waist beads are used in royal traditions all over Africa
Waist beads history spans hundreds of years and have been worn for over a thousand years.
Freedom Blue Waist Beads
Our fashion focus this week are these stunning Freedom Blue Waist Beads. Created using royal blue beads with sprinkles of gold and red. Definitely fit for a queen!
Facts About Waist Beads
Have you wondered about the cultural significances or history of waist beads?
Well here are some interesting facts about African waist beads that we have learnt about over the years.
Waist beads originated thousands of years ago in Egypt.
The two nations known most for African waist beads are Ghana and Nigeria.
Waist beads used to worth their waist in gold, and in some places they still are.
Waist beads was and is still included in marriage dowries.
Waist beads are worn not only to beauify the female body, but also to help meain a slim and trim figure.
Culturally African waist beads helps a man identify a woman's marital status.
African waist beads are used in coming of age a puberty rites are many African cultures.
Reasons Women Wear African Waist Beads
Let's admit it, waist beads make a woman feel ultra feminine and boost self confidence greatly. We have found that these are the top reasons women wear waist beads nowadays.
We have listed below other reasons why women wear African waist beads both from a cultural perspective and for modern fashion reasons.
Body confidence
Weight lose and weight management
Colour matching lingerie
Status symbol
Coming of age
Wedding adornment
Trends and fashion
Cultural appreciation
Why do you wear African waist beads?
Reddish Waist Beads
Red Alert!
These Reddish Freedom African Waist Beads are giving heatwaves.
Love them? Shop it within our Traditional Collection.
What Are Waist Beads Used For
Traditionally African waist beads were used for marriage ceremonies, coming of age rites, defining status symbols within society and for beautification. Culturally
African women also wore waist beads to keep their waist small and their figures in check.
You will find these are still the main reasons woman wear waist beads in cultural African societies
Nowadays though the modern woman tends to wear African waist beads for the beauty it brings to the female body and the confidence it inspires.
Are you new to waist beads?
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White Waist Beads
This week we are highlighting our Freedom White Waist Beads
These delicate African Waist Beads are perfect to incorporate into your bridal adornment or to pair up with lacy white lingerie.
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Using Waist Beads for Weight Loss
Over the years we have found that two of the most common questions people ask about African waist beads is “how to use waist beads for weight loss” and do waist beads help you lose weight? So today we are going to tackle that.
Using waist beads to lose weight is both a science and an art. The practice has been observed for centuries and it goes the like this.
The science is applicable a bit like wearing a corset. Feeling the waist beads around your waist or hips keeps you in a state of awareness. As you eat throughout the day you can feel the waist beads getting a little tighter.
This feeling will help you be mindful of your portions and your food consumption
The art is where you potsition the waist beads on your body. If you know your body well you may notice that weight gain starts around your mid riff or your hips. Whichever is the case you can wear the beads either on your hips or waist.
As the waist beads get tighter that is your indication that the pounds may be creeping up on you.
So all in all African waist beads make an excellent weight management and weight loss tool!
Ready to start your waist beads weight loss journey? Check out our collections below at Waist Beads UK
Traditional African Waist Beads