Mavi Bandz

There are many summer staples out there that we don't give much thought about...we just know we need them.  If you are anything like the rest of us, as soon as the temp goes above 60 degrees, we quickly purchase ourselves a fresh pair of black flip flops.  These are an essential for the pool, beach, quick trips to the farmers market, or even just lounging in the backyard while your hubby flips burgers on the grill.  At a recent outdoor event, we asked dozens of people what brand they were wearing and why they loved them.  Below were the most worn styles and some honest feedback from our fellow Mavi Bandz customers: ______________________________________________________ Price:  $3.00 This is the most basic and affordable flip flop - most women have at least one pair.  With the killer cost, it is no wonder that this is probably the most popular style we found.  Most customers were never disappointed and loved that they are a...

If you have never tried yoga, what are you waiting for?!  Your friends are doing it, your neighbor is doing it, even the kids are doing it!  You’ve heard yoga does the body wonders, but are you aware of what it does for the mind, as well?  Here at Mavi Bandz, our staff has taken up yoga and we can not only see our bodies changingm but also feel our stress levels going down with every class.  Our love for yoga has grown so much that we created a headband line just for YOGIS! Let’s examine 15 different reasons why YOU should practice the art of yoga STAT! After One Yoga Class: 1. Improved Brain Function (Hatha Yoga can improve cognitive function, boosting focus and memory) 2. Lower Stress Levels 3. Alter Gene Expression 4. Increased Flexibility (Bikram Yoga has been found to be effective in increasing shoulder, back, and hamstring flexibility) After A Few Months of Yoga Practice: 5. Lower Blood Pressure 6. Improved Lung Capacity 7. Impro...

There’s something about running in the fall that just feels so RIGHT!  Maybe it’s the crisp air, the leaves changing, or maybe even a warm drink waiting for you at the end (hot chocolate, anyone?)  Fall brings change and cold weather, but another thing fall also brings is a slew of races you need to know about happening right here in Chicago! If you haven’t started training yet, pencil these in for next year. If you have been training, get your laces tied and Mavi Bandz headbands ready!  Let’s get running! 1. Bank of America Chicago Marathon - Sunday, October 9th Location : Grant Park, Chicago Length: 26.2 Miles Start time: 7:30am (Wave 1) 8:00am (Wave 2) Cost: $185.00 Photo Cred: Chicago Marathon 2. Making a Beer Run - Saturday, October 15th Location: Northwest Terrace of The Field Museum, Chicago (1400 S Lake Shore Drive) Length : 6k (3.7 miles) Start time: 12pm (Beer Fest 12-3pm) Cost: $60.00 Photo Cred: Makin...

Has the man in your life grown out his hair?  Has he started pulling his hair back into the all-too popular man bun?  Well, if his locks have gotten a little out of control, the Mavi Bandz team is here to help.  At trade shows and events, we always get asked if we carry men's headbands, and the answer is alway YES! Men love our headbands because of the adjustability factor.  They fit their heads perfectly without being too loose or too tight.  Are you looking for the perfect accessory for your significant other whose locks have gotten a little out of control? Here are some reasons your BF needs Mavi Bandz!  1. They are perfect for sports.  Does your guy like to run, play football, or participate in a softball league?  Mavi Bandz headbands are the perfect accessory for athletics because they not only help wick sweat, but they keep hair out of the face all day!  2. They stay in place.  Guys are no-fuss. They want products th...

We’re so excited for our July Edition of Friday favorites! For the past month, we have been making friends and connecting with a ton of awesome companies that are inspiring us to be better, both as a company and as people.  That’s why for this edition of Friday Favorites, our favorites are focused on companies that have inspired us within the months of both June and July.  Make sure you show these companies some love by following them on their social media sites and checking out their websites!  All links will be underneath their spotlight! 1. Favorite Running Accessory - SPI Belt Looking for a way to carry your keys, phone, and money while running your next big race?  If you are an avid runner, you need to check out SPI Belt ! Born in 2006, SPI Belt as a company was started by Kim Overton who birthed the idea while running in her home city of Austin. She tucked her key into her bra and thought to herself, “There has to be a better way.”  Thus...