10 Things You Should Know About Waist Beads
From the history of African waist beads to modern cultural significance. Here are 10 interesting facts worth knowing about African waist beads.
They originated from ancient Egypt.
The culture of wearing waist beads dates back over 3000 years.
The two top countries where they are worn are Nigeria and Ghana.
African waist beads are used as part of rites of passage into maturity and womanhood.
Waist beads are given to women as part of their marital dowry.
In some countries babies are given waist beads to help track their growth.
A lot of women wear them to keep tabs on their waist and hip measurements ensuring a healthy weight and trim figure.
Waist beads colours were traditionally used to signify martial status and various positions in society.
In the past African waist beads were made out of materials such as gold, stones, wood and even shells.
In certain cultures around the world, African waist beads are passed on from mother to daughter as a heirloom.
Ocean Gold Waist Beads
These ocean blue and gold African Waist Beads are fresh, cool and breezy. They bring a summer beach feel and are perfect for pairing up with white lacy or cotton lingerie.
Freedom Chocolate Gold Medium Waist Beads
Who doesn't love chocolate? We definitely do! These captivating African waist beads evoke emotions of love and an air of being carefree. So we decided to call them Freedom Gold Chocolate . They are care free and oh so fun!
Grab yourself these fun waist beads and thank us later!
Freedom Mix Waist Beads
These Red gold and blue waist beads are giving us boss babe. The colour combination evokes in us an expression of freedom and we wanted to share that with you . How would you wear these splendid African waist beads?
Alone or with other colour combinations? SIngle strand or in multiple layerw?
African Waist Beads Subscription Box
Here at Waist Beads UK we have created an African waist beads subscription box especially for all you amazing women out there who cannot get enough of waist beads.
We know that having a treasure trove of colours and combinations to choose from makes life a little easier for body jewellery fashionistas!
So if that's you head over HERE and grab an African waist beads subscription box.
Metallic Fusion Waist Beads
Our Metallic Fusion Waist Beads bring the fire! They are bright, vibrant and inspire passion. These African waist beads are absolutely perfect for boss babes and go getters.
White Waist Beads
White waist beads are an absolute must for every woman's waist beads collection. Although they can be worn alone they, they can also be used as a foundational piece for layering.
Just like black waist beads that go with absolutely everything, white waist beads work beautifully with all other colour beads too and look great on every single skin tone. So wether your skin tone is a gorgeous mocha latte, a glowing chocolate caramel or a glorious english rose white beads will look perfect against your waist thighs or hips.
Plus when it comes to wedding adornment and bridal decor one can never go wrong with White African waist beads.
In color psychology white represents purity, honesty and new beginnings. So when puttingour ensemble together make sure to incorporate some white African waist beads into your everyday body adornments.
Wear them in single strands or stack them up for maximum wow impact!
Wonder Woman Waist Beads
Ladies, we do so much and we are so many people all once . We are sisters, mothers, daughters, wives, grandmamas and so much more!
We are literally wonder woman and these African waist beads are a tribute to that.
Created using a various array of red and blue bead these African waist beads celebrate every woman you are.
Wearing African Waist Beads For Your Wedding
The wearing of African waist beads for weddings is becoming so popular nowadays. With more and more people embracing African fashion and incorporating it into their everyday, we've seen a rise in bridal waist beads been worn across board.
For hundreds of years African woman have used waist beads to adorn and beautify themselves for their beloved and their marriage ceremonies.
The practice has been around since ancient days and now we see it really is becoming a social and global trend, which is fantastic!
Waist beads on a woman's waist on her wedding day speaks volumes to her husband and affirms her femininity.
If you are thinking about adding bridal waist beads into your wedding lingerie then make make sure to check out the Waist Beads UK wedding waist beads collection.
Freedom Orange Waist Beads
Today we are sending a little sunshine your way in the form of these uplifting Orange Freedom Waist Beads. Perfect for adding some zest and brightness to your African waist beads adventure.
Gold Waist Beads
They say all that glitters is not gold but in the case of African waist beads we are going to have to disagree!
I mean who doesn't appreciate multiple rows of gold waist beads to make them feel like a queen.
Whether it’s a black and gold waist bead combination or a one tone yellowish gold design, the shine or glamour is very uplifting.
Check out our traditional african waist beads and indulge in some glittery waist jewellery.
Champagne Blush Waist Beads
We bring you these pretty golden pink African waist beads. We named it Champagne Blush because they worth celebrating. Pretty and pink with a golden undertone, just like a summer sunset
Waist Beads UK
African waist beads are our absolutes passion and here at Waist Beads UK and as such we are always on the lookout for exciting designs that we know you will love and cherish, and that will make you feel feminine. So we make it our mission to source the best designs.
Our waist beads collections are always full of colour combinations that will meet the needs of every waist beads lover.
From soft pastel baby pinks and blues, to glitzy gold and silver waist bead combinations, there is something for everyone. We have recently added new designs to our collections such as our Rosie Gold Waist Beads, these colour pop Electric Blue Waist Beads and the Silver Fox Waist Beads. Which is just perfect for combining with bridal lingerie or for gifting a bridal party.
Do check back regularly here at Waist Beads UK as we continue bringing you more beautiful waist beads designs throughout this year.
Marina Gold Waist Beads
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New Year, New African Waist Beads
Its a brand new year! and from the entire Waist Beads UK team we hope all your dreams and aspirations are met and fulfilled as you journey through 2024.
We would like like to extend our gratitude and thanks all our wonderful customers , followers who supported us through 2023 and we cant wait to share all that we are working on with you.
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Here is to a successful, joyful and prosperous 2024 for all our wonderful customers and followers!
Charcoal Metallic Waist Beads
If you are a fan of the metallic look, then you will want to add these Charcoal Metallic Waist Beads into your African waist beads collection. Classic yet glam these waist beads are definitely for the brave and the bold.
African Waist Beads For Weight Loss
Ladies, if we are going to lose weight and get in shape, then we might as well do it looking amazing and feeling ultra feminine. If heading into 2024 you plan on including African waist beads into your weight loss regime the do check out these six recommendations below featuring some of our latest additions to our traditional waist beads collection.
Marina Gold Waist Beads
If perfection was African waist beads! Introducing our “Marina Gold Waist Beads” A brand new addition to out traditional waist collection.
Wear these with a gold waist bead or by itself in multiple layers.