Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a Body Embrace?

A Body Embrace is a comfortable beaded body piece that rests discreetly on the hips and is designed to stay with you for the long run.

It can take the place of a caress, a presence, a sense of protection, a quiet reminder, a tattoo, a symbolic bandage, or a secret kept close to your skin.

A Body Embrace is neither an object of seduction, nor a delicate piece of jewellery, nor a restrictive accessory, nor a tool for weight loss.

Why did you create Bodyful?

We are proud to be the first brand entirely dedicated to Body Embraces, with eco-conscious design guiding every choice we make.

We believe a Body Embrace can be much more than a piece of jewellery: it can become an intimate, enveloping object — a presence that reminds you, day after day, to honour your body and its story.

That is why our Body Embraces are designed to be comfortable, resilient and made to last.

Why wear them all the time?

Confortable, water-resistant and made for everyday life, our Body Embraces don’t ask to be taken off. Like a tattoo, they become a subtle language you choose to wear on your body. Day after day, their presence turns a simple piece of jewellery into a ritual — and that ritual into a more precious connection with yourself.

How do I choose my size?

We’ve designed three sizes to fit the vast majority of body shapes.

Because every body is unique, we also offer custom sizing at no extra cost.

If you’re unsure, our size guide will walk you through finding the length that fits you best.

Can I shower or exercise with my Body Embrace?

Yes. They’re elastic and designed to withstand water, sweat and everyday life.

Will it stretch over time? What if it comes apart?

The elastic is carefully selected to retain its shape over time. But like any material used every day, it will naturally evolve over the years.

Repairable, not disposable.
If your Body Embrace ever happens to come apart, we’ll be happy to reassemble it for you. Because something designed to last sometimes simply deserves a fresh start.

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Can I wear it around another part of my body?

Yes. A Body Embrace will always move with you. It’s up to you to let it glide over your body and, for example, wear it crossed over your chest.

Is Bodyful only for women?

No. Our creations are for anyone who wishes to cultivate a gentle, intimate relationship with their body, regardless of their identity, body shape or personal story.

Where are Body Embraces made?

In Belgium, using durable materials sourced from environmentally responsible companies. Our beads are made in Bohemia following a centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Our cords come from a German manufacturer specialising in high-quality jewellery-making materials. Each Body Embrace is then assembled by hand in our Brussels workshop.

Don’t body adornments originate from African traditions?

Waist and body adornments have existed for centuries across cultures around the world, carrying many different meanings.

Bodyful does not seek to reproduce these traditions or speak on their behalf. Our approach is a contemporary creation, born from a personal reflection on our relationship with the body, ritual, and the gentleness we can offer ourselves in everyday life.

We respectfully acknowledge the history of these adornments and the richness of the cultures that have worn them.

Why do you use glass?

We chose glass for its beauty, durability and neutrality.

At Bodyful, we don’t believe materials hold any inherent power. We believe it is the people who wear them who give meaning to the objects they choose.

Our Body Embraces don’t promise to transform you. They simply invite you, day after day, to honour everything you already are.

How do you support survivors of sexual violence?

Bodyful’s mission is to surround and support anyone who needs to reclaim their body.

To extend the comforting power of our Body Embraces, we donate €2 from every order to an organisation supporting survivors of sexual violence.

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What if I don’t love my body?

You don’t have to love your body every day to choose to care for it. At Bodyful, we believe that a simple gesture, repeated with gentleness, can gradually transform the relationship you have with your body.

A Body Embrace isn’t a piece of jewellery designed to showcase a “perfect” body. It’s an invisible presence — a reminder that your body deserves to be inhabited, respected and honoured.

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