Waist beads can be traced back to ancient Egyptian times and were then known as “girdle.” Waist beads are single or multiple strands of beads made from various kinds of glass, metal, crystal, bone and wooden beads that are worn around the waist and stomach. African waist beads were made popular by the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria.

Women in Ghana also wear waist beads as a symbolic adornment that can serve as a sign of wealth, femininity, and aristocracy as well as spiritual well-being. They are the perfect tool for one’s healing and spiritual journey as they encourage self-love, confidence, and beauty within a woman. Dont be fooled, waist beads are worn beautifully by women of all shapes, sizes, and ages.

The placement of a woman’s beads can also symbolize different meanings. Moreover, they can be used to shape the waist like many Ghanaian women do. The practice of wearing multiple strands over time can help keep the waist small and accentuate one’s natural curves.

Traditional waist beads are made with cotton string and no clasp and are meant to be worn until they fall off. Eye of Zion waist beads are made with a flexible and clasp, so you can remove them when needed/desired.

Waist beads are custom order only. To order, please send an email to Eyeofzion7@gmail.com

Prices range from $40-55

Custom Order Waist Beads