THE HISTORY OF WAIST BEADS
The history of waist beads began in ancient Egypt where they were called "girdles" and worn by women as a status symbol. Beads were Worn in single or multiple strands and created from glass, bones, metal, crystals, and wooden beads. The more colorful and intricate the design, the higher the social status.
Waist beads were later popularized by the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria. Yoruban women are known to have laced beads with charms and fragrances that would be considered irresistible to the opposite sex. Hence the term “African lingerie”.
Traditionally, waist beads represent rites of passage. They are a symbol of wealth, femininity, and aristocracy, as well as spiritual well-being. They are a tool used for healing, protection, and sexuality. Waist beads are the perfect tool for one’s healing and spiritual journey because they encourage self-love, confidence, and beauty within a woman.
Traditional waist beads are strung on a cotton cord with no clasp or screw. It is believed that the beads possess the power to attract and evoke deep emotional responses. Waist beads are meant to be worn until they break or fall off.
Even today, waist beads are still very much popular and are worn for many different reasons from fashion to tradition. Waist beads are worn by women of all shapes, sizes, and ages. Waist beads hold so much power and meaning and should be worn with intention. Know the history of your waist beads and the purpose behind them, It makes wearing them much more magical.
Top reasons why you should wear Waist beads:
Femininity
Intimacy (well-known aphrodisiac)
Protection
Confidence
Weight management
Body Shaping
Healing & Spiritual tool
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