may bracelets

What lays behind the blacks and whites of this bracelet may become your muse. Ghana’s Erica Yeboah uses recycled glass beads to craft this bohemian-inspired piece, whose abstract patterns transform mystery into the new fashion trend.

Take any look to new heights with these eye-catching wrap bracelets showcasing a chic color palette of black and blue. Crafted by Guatemala's Domingo Reanda, the meticulous interweaving of gorgeous crystal and glass beads, fashioned on specialized bead looms, breathes life into these exquisite designs. Polished Tibetan-style pewter buttons provide a fashionable finishing touch.

Artisan Domingo explains, "The first beautiful bracelet is inspired by compassion. I've incorporated dark-colored beads to symbolize challenging moments, while the metallic and transparent beads represent understanding and concern for the well-being of others, especially when they're going through tough times. Just as these elements come together to create a harmonious piece, may this bracelet serve as a reminder of the beauty of compassion, how it brings people together, and the comfort it offers during life's darker moments.

The second beautiful bracelet is crafted using blue, reminiscent of water, and earthy tones symbolizing paths. I created it with inspiration from the guidance we sometimes need to make life's decisions. Just as water flows and finds its way, and the earth lays the groundwork for our journey, may this bracelet serve as a reminder that guidance and direction are always within reach, helping us navigate life's twists and turns. Trust in your inner compass, and you'll find your way to brighter horizons."

Thailand's Siriporn evokes the night’s mystical glow as selects black agate, the May birthstone, for this wrap bracelet. Designed to wrap several times around the wrist, the handcrafted bracelet can be fastened at two different lengths with a black agate button.

Look at this beaded wristband bracelet one way and you'll see ivory mountains edged in black against a twilight sky. Or, look again, and you may see an intricate zig zag pattern of a snake's back. Look yet again, and see what image the pattern reveals to you each time. The colorful design is handcrafted by members of the Pearls of the Sea Youth Group from El Salvador, young women in a small island community.

This elegant wrap bracelet captivates with its impeccable fusion of sparkling crystal and glass beads, creating a visual delight that is impossible to ignore. Meticulously crafted by Guatemala’s Domingo Reanda, the fashionable accessory is elevated by the addition of a hand-woven black cord and a polished Tibetan-style pewter button, exuding an air of sophistication and refinement.

Artisan Domingo explains, "This beautiful bracelet is inspired by compassion. I've incorporated dark-colored beads to symbolize challenging moments, while the metallic and transparent beads represent understanding and concern for the well-being of others, especially when they're going through tough times. Just as these elements come together to create a harmonious piece, may this bracelet serve as a reminder of the beauty of compassion, how it brings people together, and the comfort it offers during life's darker moments."

Black and white may be polar opposite colors, but the blending of the two creates a pleasing harmonious duality, like yin and yang. This beaded stretch bracelet created by Thai artisan Tipa is evidence of this beautiful harmony. Spheres of midnight black onyx and stark white ceramic are stacked with hematite bead spacers in a brilliant array. The white ceramic beads feature a bamboo motif for even more detail. A sterling silver lotus charm dangles from the beaded strand.

Guatemala's tradition and culture are often present in its ancient textiles, testimonies of its historical richness. Inspired by these gorgeous creations once crafted by his ancestors, Álvaro Ratzan creates this glass beaded bracelet featuring a palette of blue and black hues, full of geometric figures that evoke the splendor of the Maya. Furthermore, the accessory comes with a leather-accented structure for a comfortable fit.

Guatemala's tradition and culture are often present in its ancient textiles, testimonies of its historical richness. Inspired by these stunning creations once crafted by his ancestors, Álvaro Ratzan creates this glass beaded bracelet featuring a palette of red and black hues, full of geometric figures that evoke the majesty of the Maya. Furthermore, the accessory comes with a leather-accented structure for a comfortable fit.

Courage lives in each element of Guatemala’s rich lands, and Erick and Ivania make sure you wear it with this set of two bracelets. Lava stones arranged on a nylon cord compose one of the bracelets, evoking the powerful essence of the region’s nature. The other piece adds hematite and red glass beads to the arrangement, emulating the fire of the ancient Maya.

The colors of a mysterious night decorate this bracelet by Nicte Migliozzi of Guatemala. Reliving the traditions of her Mayan ancestors, the artisan adds a magnificent touch to this leather accessory, using three jade gems in a prong setting. Sterling silver accents decorate the piece, adding a lustrous touch.