Ultimate Collectors Guide to Silly Bandz Bracelets

Authentic Silly Bandz are made by BCP Imports. The bands themselves are made from silicone and sold in packages, though some places allow you to buy individual bracelets one at a time. Stores that sell Silly Bandz sometimes have trading events where collectors can swap individual bracelets. The bands look like colorful, plain bracelets when worn or stacked on the wrist. When they are laid flat on a table, the form a special shape. Silly Bandz are available in a variety of the themes including Zoo Animals, Fun Shapes, Sea Creatures, Dinosaurs, Pets, Beach, Art Fest, Rainforest, Marvel (comics), Baseball, Spring, Western, Rockbandz, Alphabet, Princess...the list goes on and new ones are added all the time! Other shaped rubber band manufacturers include Zany Bands, Rubba Bands and Looney Bands.

Silly Bandz are sold at most major retail stores like Walmart and Target and gift shops like Hallmark. They can also be found at drug stores like CVS or convenience stores and gas stations. Stores in local malls, like Claire's also carry the bracelets. They can be ordered online directly from the SillyBandz.com website, or through third party online stores and retailers like Amazon.com. The latter is a great place to find rare or hard to find Silly Bandz. (A must for die-hard collectors and traders!)

Some Silly Bandz are sold in packs of 24, others 36.
Silly Bandz Pet Animals - 24 Pieces: Turtle, Pig, Duck, Dog, Cat, Rabbit

Silly Bandz Silly Zoo 24 Pcs.: Elephant, Giraffe, Hippo, Kangaroo, Ostrich, Rhino

Sea Creatures: Sharks, Dolphins, Seals, Fish, Sea Horses, Penguins
Silly Bandz Basic Shapes - 24 Pcs Suns, Hearts, Dollar Signs, Woman shape

Silly Bandz Silly Dino Shapes - 24 Pcs.: T-Rex, Velociraptor, Brontosaurus, Triceratops, more

Silly Bandz Western Shapes 24 Pcs.: Sheriff Badge, Horseshoe, Bronco, Cowboy Boot, Cowboy Hat, Longhorn

Alphabet: All letter shapes, full alphabet in 26 pack with extra vowels and S,L, T, F and G
Silly Bandz Princess - 24 Pcs.: Princess, Diamond Ring, Glass Slipper, Castle, Magic Wand, Tiara

Silly Bandz Rock Band - 24 Pcs.: Mic Stand, Rocker Dude, Rock Hand, Guitar, Drums, and the word "ROCK"

Spring: They don't make this one anymore but it included Butterflies, Bees, Tulips, Umbrellas, Kite, Chick
*Glow in the dark Silly Bandz:
Fantasy Pack: Mermaids, Unicorn, Fairies (Fairy shape), Dragon, Phoenix, Genies
Silly Bandz 24-Pack Baseball Shapes: Baseball, Home Plate, Bats, Pitcher, Batters, Baseball Hat

Rainforest: Gecko, Tree Frog, Panther, Gorilla, Toucan, Monkey
Beach: These change color in the sun. Includes Message in a bottle, Crabs, Palm Tree, Sail Boat, Surfer dude, Seashell
Art Fest: Brushes, Tents, Suns, Dancer, Ballerina, Fiddle
Marvel Comics: Iron Man, Spider Man, Wolverine, Captain America, Hulk Thor
Halloween Silly Bandz: Jack-O-Lantern, Bats, Frankenstein, Spiders, Witch, Ghost
*Glamour & Fantasy:

*Mystical shaped rubber bracelets: Magical Shapes: Unicorn, Fairy, Mermaid, Moon, etc.

*Sweet Treats Shaped rubber band bracelets: Milkshakes, Ice cream, cake, sundae, cake etc.


*Forest Animal Shaped Bracelets

It's true that wearing a lot of these bracelets at once can constrict the blood vessels in the wrists. When groups of bracelets are worn at one time, the bracelets actually create a "tourniquet" effect, which could potentially lead to blood clots and inflammation. This is especially true when kids where LOTS of bracelets for HOURS. Because Silly Bandz are sold in packs of 24, the temptation to wear a bundle is there. However, its best to advise children to select a favorite few and wear those to school.

When wearing multiple bracelets, be aware of arm swelling, color change or feelings of tingling or numbness. If this happens, remove the bands immediately.
Source: "Dr Manny: Silly Bandz Bracelet Trend May Be Dangerous for Kids" (May 26, 2010)