A hair tie on the wrist is the universal symbol for a woman on the go. You never know when you’ll need to pull that hair out of your face, replace one that breaks, or lend one to a friend in need. 😉 Seriously, everybody needs them but they’re a far cry from stylish. Until now!
Bela Bracelets is today’s Small Shop Spotlight feature, and their hair tie bracelets are a must-have.
Fashion meeting function is always a win in my book. Let’s get to know the makers!
1. Tell me a little bit about yourself (family, interests, hobbies, etc).
We’re two sisters, Liz and Lauren, who love all things classy and affordable. Always on the hunt for a deal, you can frequently find us at the world’s best store (aka Target), delighting in cute toddlers, or sipping iced coffee as we Pinterest our way through our twenties.
2. When did you open your shop and why?
We have been a creative duo for as long as we can remember. From lemonade stands to art fairs, selling flowers door-to-door and bake sales, we grew up making and selling just about anything our mom would let us.
In the winter of 2015, Liz was searching for the perfect birthday gift for Lauren. A hair tie bracelet was a great idea, but there were absolutely no good affordable options out there. So Liz decided it was time to design her own and Lauren agreed! With the support of the rest of their family, Bela Bracelets (formally The Bangle Bear) was launched in January 2016!
3. How did you come up with the name Bela Bracelets? Does it have special meaning or significance?
Our family means the world to us! We’re the oldest two in a family of 6 siblings, and “Bela” is a combination of the nicknames given to us by our younger (and only!) brother. Growing up we had the adventure of spending 9 years living in Hungary, and “Bela” is a common Hungarian name with the English equivalent meaning “heart”, in the emotional sense of the word. You could say Bela Bracelets is close to our heart for several reasons!
4. What’s your favorite part about being a small shop owner?
Lauren: I love being able to stay at home with my daughters and at the same time have a creative outlet that doesn’t involve my mom brain. 🙂 Life has been a bit crazier since we started earlier this year but it’s been so much fun getting to work with my sister.
5. Do you have a favorite bracelet design (don’t worry, we won’t tell the others)?
Lauren: I love our scallop bracelets! It’s my go-to bracelet as it’s both functional and super cute with and without a hair tie.
Let me just say that I love these bracelets! The different styles and the fact that the hair ties can be changed out, means they can literally go with anything. I also adore the family aspect of this business.
These sweet and talented ladies are offering an exclusive 20% discount code just for my readers. Use ‘ministermom20’ at checkout by clicking here. You can also keep in touch with them on Facebook!
Happy shopping!!!!
Mama heart tee available: The Mama Heart Company
*Disclaimer: These items were received free for my review. All opinions are 100% honest and my own.*
I love my Bela bracelets!!
They’re great!
Genius idea! Functional and fashionable!
I couldn’t agree more!
I am certainly a sucker for scalloped edges!!! I love supporting small business… Especially when the help sweet mamas stay at home with their littles. Way to go ladies, beautiful products.
Isn’t what they do amazing?!
Love love. Love those bracelets and you look STUNNING in these photos!
Thank you my dear friend!!!
This is such an amazing product! So pretty too. Btw, you look hot in all these pics. Slay girl slay
Gah! You’re the best Chanel. Seriously!
I love my bela bracelet! and it’s so fun to get to know a little bit more about small shops 🙂
I ove getting to know them better too!!
Wow they just started in January? Looks like they’re doing great! These are super cute on you by the way (and I love the site design here).
Thank you Shari!!!
Oh my goodness, I need one of these! Amazing idea and so fashionable!
Once you try them, you’ll love them!!
I love my Bela bracelets. And I loved learning more about how they came to be here. Awesomeness!
Thanks Stephanie!
Yay! I love my Bela Bracelets! Great spotlight!
Thanks so much Eryka!!
Where have these bracelets been all my life? I just love shopping small and supporting other mamas!
Me too!!!
Loved learning more about this brand! Been seeing these cute bracelets everywhere and I really need to get some. Best idea ever!
It is the best idea! You’ll love them!!!
I seriously LOVE these! They are so cute! Do they fit every size of hair tie!
they have a variety!
Every time I see these I mean to go get myself some. SO great!
You’ll love them!
I love these bracelets! I cannot believe they just started in January of this year! Absolutely stunning!
They’re on a roll!!
These are such a great idea and super cute too!
I agree Megan!
I love my Bela bracelet!
They’re great!!
A hair tie bracelet? MIND BLOWN! What an amazing concept!
Right??!!!!!
Well, the fact that I didn’t know about this product until I cut 18 inches off my hair is one of Gods cruel jokes.
Oh nooooooo!
Love love love these. I have yet to have some, has been on my “to purchase” list. Headed over there now, thank you!
I hope you enjoy them!
This is SUCH a good idea! I ALWAYS have a hair tie on my wrist! Totally need one of these!