Who would have thought that silicone wrist bands in all different shapes and colors, or better known as Silly Bandz or silly bands, would become one of the hottest sought after items among kids, teens and college students. Yes indeed, these little rubber bands are without a doubt popular, but just what is "all the fuss" about?
The Silicone Wrist Bands Come in a Multitude of Shapes and Colors
Silly Bandz originally were silicone wrist bands made in the shapes of animals, but they now come in an array of shapes and colors including shapes for celebrating seasons, holidays and even earth day. Some of the packs of rubber bands that Silly Bandz have to offer are Rockbandz, Sea Creatures, Princess, Baseball, Fantasy, Rain Forest, Zoo, Dinosaur and Fantasy Pack-With Glitter and Glow.
Packs of Silly Bands Cost Under Five Dollars
Almost all of the Silly Bands come in packages of 12 or 24 and because they are less than five dollars per pack they are easy on parent's pocketbooks. There are also Silly Bands silicone bracelets that are in the shape of the Alphabet letters. They come in a 36 pack and sell for less than seven dollars.
Boys and Girls Alike Find The Elastic Bracelets Fun and Entertaining
Silly Bandz appeal to boys and girls, for they can both collect and trade them. They can even get creative with them using them as a toy by stretching, twisting and making different shapes like bows and bow ties. Kids can spell out their names and send messages to each other with the alphabet letter shaped elastic bracelets and all of these bracelets morph right back into their original shape when in their relaxed state.
There is Even a Facebook Page for Bandz Fans
Silly Bandz has a facebook page where Bandz fans can get together and talk about their collections of these rubber band style bracelets. The Facebook bandz fans page is also a place where they can find out about the newest designs of these bracelets and the nearest stores in their area that sells them, but collectors can always order them online from Sillybandz.com.
With all the different shapes, styles and bright colors of silly bands, along with the excitement of collecting and trading, there is certainly no question as to what "all the fuss" is about. When it comes to these little wrist bands that are better known as Silly Bandz, it is easy to see why these rubber bands are so popular among kids of all ages.
Related articles:
- Sillybandz.com April 24, 2010
- Facebook.com/sillybandz April 24, 2010
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