What are waist beads ?
Waist beads are a traditional body jewelry originating in Africa also referred to belly beads It is believed the oldest evidence of waist bead wearing is in ancient Kemet, known today as Egypt, where the women wore several layers of waist beads called girdles. Today, they are popular in most West African countries such as Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, Senegal, and many others.
What do waist beads mean & what are they used for ?
Waist beads have many uses and meanings. They can be worn for waist shaping, weight monitoring, being more intuitive with your body, intention setting or just for fashion. They can also symbolize feminine beauty, sensuality and sexuality; spiritual protection; and body positivity.
How do you wear waist beads?
Waist beads are traditionally worn on the hips along the panty line under your clothes. In fact, in some African countries it is taboo to have your beads showing in public.HOWEVER Here in the US, a lot of women prefer to wear them along their natural waist, so that they show when wearing a crop-top or bikini. How you decide to wear them is up to you!! There is no wrong way to wear your beads
Should I get tie on or elastic waist beads?
Traditionally African women tied their waist beads on, which means they are worn permanently (while bathing, sleeping, swimming, etc.). Tie waist beads are a great options for those who want to wear their beads at all times and especially for those wanted to monitor their weight. Elastic waist beads give you the option of taking off and putting on your waist beads as you please. This would be great for women who only want to wear them on special occasions, with special outfits, or who love to switch their style up often. They are not meant for permanent wear like tie waist beads
How do I tie on my waistbeads?
To tie them on, you simply place them around your waist, decide where you want them to sit, remove the excess beads and tie 3-4 knots. Once you are sure the beads are secure, cut off the excess string and beads.
How do I keep track of my weight loss with my waist beads?
Waist bead are traditionally worn low and loosely along the hips. If you want to track weight loss you would start your beads up higher on your waist, with the goal of them dropping down to your hips. You do not need to wear them tightly to gauge your progress. If they are worn too tightly they will pop from the constant pressure.