Pura Vida Bracelets – Are they worth it?
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Pura Vida Bracelets have become extremely popular, but are they worth it? My first Pura Vida bracelet was actually purchased from a flea market in 2012. The girls and I came across a table full of brightly colored bracelets and fell in love. It wasn’t long before we tracked down the Pura Vida website and ordered more. I was surprised to see that they cost about $5-$6 each, but they offer free shipping on orders over $35.
Our First Impression
When our first “official” Pura Vida package arrived, I was a little shocked and disappointed with the stiffness and waxy feeling of the bracelets. Especially since they were a little more expensive than the average bracelets we were accustom to buying. The one’s we had purchased from the flea market were obviously well worn; which you couldn’t tell just by looking at them.
Comfort & Strength
Eventually, like leather, the brand new waxy Pura Vida bracelets felt exactly like the ones we had been wearing for months. The bracelets are adjustable from 2-5 inches in diameter, so they fit almost everyone comfortably. And considering I’ve had the same bracelets on my arm for over 2 years, I’d say they are pretty durable. My kids have had a few break on them, but they break everything so it’s really no surprise.
Overall, We love our Pura Vida Bracelets. Are they worth it? Yes! The quality is outstanding and there are so many styles and colors to choose from. But the best part about Pura Vida Bracelets are the wide variety of charities and causes they support; from Autism and Anxiety Awareness to Sea Turtles and Rain forest, Pura Vida covers it all.
Pura Vida even offers 2 monthly subscriptions:
Bracelet Club – Up to a $50 value for $14.95 (billed monthly). Stay ahead of the trends with exclusive styles only available to Pura Vida Bracelet Club members.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
- 3 Exclusive bracelets every month ($45+ value!)
- Exclusive monthly sticker
- Free U.S. Shipping
- Early access to major sales launches
- Earn Shore Dollars with every delivery
Jewelry Club – Up to a $65 value for $19 (billed monthly). Rings, cuffs, earrings, etc. shipped straight to your door every month.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
- 2 Exclusive jewelry pieces (up to $60 value!)
- Exclusive monthly sticker
- Free U.S. shipping
- Early access to major sales launches
- Earn Shore Dollars with every delivery
In case you were wondering…
What are Pura Vida Bracelets?
Pura Vida, literally translated to “Pure Life”, is more than just a saying in Costa Rica. It’s a lifestyle of slowing down to enjoy the simple things in life and living life to its fullest.
In the summer of 2010, two college friends took a graduation trip to Costa Rica. They met 2 artisans selling stunning bracelets that captured the Pura Vida lifestyle perfectly. The friends soon learned that the artisans were struggling to support their families, so they purchased 400 bracelets to take back home to the US. After selling out in a few short weeks, the college friends teamed up with the Costa Rican artisans, and that’s where the fun began.
Bracelets you love for causes you care about
Over the years, Pura Vida has expanded to include more than 800 artisans in Costa Rica, El Salvador, India, and more. Pura Vida has also donated nearly 2 Million dollars to more than 175 charities around the world.
Do you love Pura Vida as much as we do? What is your favorite bracelet? Drop us a comment or Send us a message.
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We did a Pura Vida fundraiser for our Beta club. They sold out as soon as we got them. Love Pura Vida Bracelets.