waistbeads / ahwenneɛ (Yellow translucent / red)

dIn West Africa, Ghana, beads — known as ahwenneɛ — have carried meaning for centuries. Once used as currency for trading, they later became central to festivals, initiation rites, royal events, and spiritual practices. Beyond their beauty, waist beads remain a powerful symbol of femininity, heritage, and personal expression.

In some tribes, beads are worn by both male and female children, while for women, waist beads often mark important life stages such as the transition into womanhood or motherhood. For example, it was tradition for elders — like grandmothers — to wear multiple strands as a sign of family lineage and legacy.

🌟 Product Details

• Material: Durable Plastic Beads

• Bead Lengths: Vary (see product images for details)

• Adjustable Fit: Beads can be removed, and twine ropes cut shorter for a custom fit

• Cultural Heritage: Worn for festivals, fashion, personal adornment, and spiritual connection

🌸 Notes

• Lengths vary by design. The desired length cannot be custom specified, as measurements are taken up to the beads (excluding twine rope).

• Each strand tells a story — whether it’s for fashion, self-expression, or cultural significance.

✨ A timeless adornment that embodies tradition, beauty, and empowerment — these waist beads are more than jewelry; they are heritage you wear.