FAQs

What is the significance of waistbeads?

Waist beads hold a deep cultural significance and they originated from Africa. They are worn by women and sometimes men, they are viewed as a symbol of femininity, fertility, sensuality, weight-management and spiritual well-being.

Why do women wear waistbeads today?

Women wear waist beads today for weight management, cultural heritage, spiritual healing, waist training, maturity, fashion, boost of confidence and for their own personal beliefs.

What are the color meanings?

How do waist beads help with weight management?

When waist beads are worn continuously, they will fall lower on the waist when weight is lost. When weight is gained, your waist beads will raise up and fit tighter.

What are the processing and shipping times?

Processing time:

  • 1-2 business days (traditional & ready made)
  • 2-3 business days (made to order)

 Shipping time:

  • USPS First Class: USA - 1-3 business days.
  • Canada - 7-21 business days.
  • International- 7-21 business days.

Please see Process/Shipping

How do I measure myself?

How do I tie on my waist beads?

How do I care for my waist beads?

What is the difference between clasp and tie-on waist beads?

Tie-On waist beads are made with 100% cotton string and are permanent. Once you tie on the waist bead, you will not be able to adjust it. Although, wearing this kind is also comfortable, just give yourself movement room. Clasp waist beads are made with a clasp and can be stretch or non-stretch. You can easily take them on or off. It is really your preference for which one you want to wear.