✦ FAQ's ✦
WHAT ARE WAIST BEADS?
Waist beads are a traditional African accessory worn around the waist or hips. They are often made of glass, metal, crystals, gemstones, charms, wood, or plastics, and are typically strung on cotton-nylon blend thread. Waist beads can come in different colors and shapes, and may also include decorative stones, crystals, or charms. Waist beads have a significant cultural and historical importance to African Americans, and have been worn for centuries by women in many West African cultures. The colors and materials have a symbolic, cultural, or personal significance for the wearer, and the culture or beliefs of the wearer determine when the beads are worn or taken off.
Some meanings associated with different colors include: Brown: Down-to-earth, stability, etc. Gold: Good health, power, royalty, wealth, etc. Green: Abundance, fertility, nature, good health, prosperity, etc.Red: Passion, confidence, vitality, etc. Orange: Warmth, joy, positive energy, motivation, etc. Yellow: Joy, happiness, wisdom, etc. Pink: Love, self-love, friendship, patience, etc.Turquoise: Communication and self-awareness, etc. Pink: Care, beauty, love, kindness, etc. White: Light, truth, purity, innocense, etc.
Some meanings associated with different colors include: Brown: Down-to-earth, stability, etc. Gold: Good health, power, royalty, wealth, etc. Green: Abundance, fertility, nature, good health, prosperity, etc.Red: Passion, confidence, vitality, etc. Orange: Warmth, joy, positive energy, motivation, etc. Yellow: Joy, happiness, wisdom, etc. Pink: Love, self-love, friendship, patience, etc.Turquoise: Communication and self-awareness, etc. Pink: Care, beauty, love, kindness, etc. White: Light, truth, purity, innocense, etc.
tie-on waist beads vs removable waist beads?
In addition to our traditional tie-on waist beads that offer accountability and comittment with every not, at SunsetMarie we also offer our removable waist bead options for flexibility. All our tie-on strands arrive as a 50" long waist beads (unless otherwise specified). A size must be selected for all removable waist beads. Our removable waist beads come equipped with a stainless steal clasp for easy removal. Removable waist beads ARE NOT suitable for a weight gaian/loss journey.
is it bad to wear waist beads?
Ask yourself, is it bad to wear any other piece of jewelry? Waist beads are just that. A piece of jewelry that can provide sentimental value, symbolic meaning and healing. Just like any other piece of jewelry. Waist beads may not be for everyone, however, waist beads aren't bad.
can waist beads by sunsetmaire be wet?
Yes! Most waist beads created by SunsetMarie can be wet and towel dried. However, there are a few special waist bead that should not be wet due grade of material, the softness of a crystal, etc. These fun style of waist beads will be available only as removables.
can sunsetmarie waist beads be worn to shape your waist?
Yes! However, waist beads will not shape your waist. The way waist beads drape across the body they give the illusion that helps insensuate one's curves.
are waist beads by sunsetmarie made with strong string?
Yes! Each of our traditional tie-on waist beads are hand-strung using an extra strong cotton and nylon blend string to provide longevity when properly cared for b the wearer.
where & why should i wear waist beads?
ear them at a high waisted level for a more fashionable journey filled with cropped tops and two pieces3) wear them low waist for a more personal and descreet journeyWaist beads should be worn around the waist, from high wiast to low hip. It depends on the wearers comfort, body type and the wear'a reason for choosing to wear waist beads.
Reasons to wear waist beads . . .
1) mental health
weight gain.weight loss
self-love/self-care
courage & confidence
protection
body awareness
2) sensuality
3) tradition & culture
strengthening a bond between parnterns or friends
maturity
posture correction
For whatever reason and wherever you decide to where your waist beads, this journey is yours which means the decision is your. The best thing is to go for comfort.
to which country do you ship to?
At the current moment we only ship nationally in the USA.
how long do i have to make a return?
We do not accept returns or exchange. We do offer returns for size adjustments. A fee may apply when smaller to larger size adjustments are needed. No charge from large to smaller size adjustments are needed.
can i change my order?
To protect the health and safety of all customers, once your order has been processed and shipped there are no returns or exchanges to. Orders can only be returned for size adjustments only. In which case the order would be shipped back directly to the same person ensurring our store's and product cleanliness.
can i cancel my order?
You may cancel your order prior to it being processed and shipped. Once your order has been processed and ship there are no return or exchanges to ensure customer care and cleaniness.
can anyone wear waist beads by sunstmarie?
Yes! Here at SunsetMarie.org, we believe in diversity and community.The origin and the history of waist beads are deeply rooted in the African culture and background. Because waist beads are exptremely empowering, uplifting, can help to increase ones self-esteem, help one balance their mind, body and spirit naturally and provide so many more benefits when it comes to personal growth, we believe sharing such a beautiful tool with all women of the world while at the same time, educating other race and backgrounds how to respectfully embrace the culture of wearing waist beads.