Tie On African Waist Beads – Manye

42″ Best Seller!  Soft pink pearly beads with gold accent beads. Perfect when paired with other strands with solid colors.

Waist beads are a traditional African accessory that consist of small glass beads on a string or wire worn around the waist or hips. They come in different colors and shapes and may also include decorative stones, crystals, or charms. Waist beads have been worn for centuries by women in many West African cultures. Waist beads are also used for weight management. It helps to gauge weight gain or loss based on how tight or loose it becomes after it has been tied.