Mario’s Favorite Summer Accessory: Friendship Bracelets

Yesterday, Mario wore my Hipanema Brazilian bracelet during our Memorial Weekend adventures. He found it in my jewelry box and couldn’t resist trying it on. Seeing how happy it made him had me thinking—it might be time to get him his own Friendship Bracelet.

Last summer, Friendship Bracelets made a nostalgic comeback for grown-ups, and they’re trendier than ever. No longer just the simple summer-camp styles, today’s Friendship Bracelets are elevated with beads, tassels, studs, rhinestones, charms, and even leather trim.

While searching for Friendship Bracelets for boys, I stumbled upon some adorable options for girls too. Of course, I still think the DIY versions are the best. They’re fun to make together or perfect for kids to craft with friends at summer camp.

Friendship Bracelets are the ultimate summer accessory. With so many stylish options, there’s something for everyone—kids and adults alike. But fair warning—your little one might borrow yours, so why not get them their own this summer?

This H&M Skull Bracelet is in waxed cotton cord with skull-shaped metal beads and has adjustable length. This is the Friendship Bracelet I am getting my son Mario. It is a great price and is a very cool Friendship Bracelet-- I know he will love it!

This J.Crew FACTORY BOYS' CORD AND LEATHER BRACELET is in cotton with leather button and trim.

This J.Crew KIDS' WAXED CORD BRACELET is a cool and colorful bracelet with a simple button closure that makes it easy for your little one to get on and off. 

This H&M 4-pack Bracelets are in various colors and styles. One in braided imitation leather, one in imitation suede, one elastic bracelet with plastic beads, and one elastic bracelet with a metal peace charm.

This J.Crew GIRLS' STUDDED FRIENDSHIP BRACELET is inspired by made-at-camp friendship bracelets, but is finished with chunky studs for extra charm.

This Rolf Bleu Girl's Aubrey Heart Bracelet says "I Love You" with a beautiful rhinestone-adorned heart charm, is dipped in 18k gold and has a quality, handwoven cording with signature branded slider.

These THE DIY: HEART FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS from Hey Wanderer on bloglovin.com have an easy to follow step by step tutorial with photos and are Super Cute!  

These Molly's Sketchbook: Friendship Bracelets from the purlbee.com are macraméd friendship bracelets. The Purl Bee also has easy to follow step by step instructions with photos for making these Friendship Bracelets-- they make it look so easy I have to try making one for myself-- with fluorescent embroidery floss :-)

This J.Crew GIRLS' NPW™ FRIENDSHIP BRACELET KIT is perfect for long car trips, rainy days, sleepovers, playdates, or summer camp. This DIY kit comes with a how-to book that lets your little one/ or you create five different designs in 12 vibrant colors.

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