A five week college graduation trip to Costa Rica turned into a business venture for two Southern California friends Griffin Thall and Paul Goodman. Between the beautiful sunsets and the rolling breakers, it wasn't long before these two friends began to deeply appreciate the simple Pura Vida lifestyle and the culture of the people they encountered. This is how it all began...
During a visit to a small community in Costa Rica, they crossed paths with two men named Jorge and Joaquin who were peddling bracelets on the street. The colorful bracelets were handmade in a simple way that seemed to capture the essence of their journey. When they first met Jorge and Joaquin, they were living in a single room with three beds shared by several other members of their family. Seeing this, Paul and Griffin asked them if they would be willing to make 400 bracelets to take back to the United States with them. Jorge was delighted to make such a sell, and the guys were thrilled to help them out, but to everyones good fortune, soon after returning to the states their friendship blossomed into a full-fledged business relationship.
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A five week college graduation trip to Costa Rica turned into a business venture for two Southern California friends Griffin Thall and Paul Goodman. Between the beautiful sunsets and the rolling breakers, it wasn't long before these two friends began to deeply appreciate the simple Pura Vida lifestyle and the culture of the people they encountered. This is how it all began...
During a visit to a small community in Costa Rica, they crossed paths with two men named Jorge and Joaquin who were peddling bracelets on the street. The colorful bracelets were handmade in a simple way that seemed to capture the essence of their journey. When they first met Jorge and Joaquin, they were living in a single room with three beds shared by several other members of their family. Seeing this, Paul and Griffin asked them if they would be willing to make 400 bracelets to take back to the United States with them. Jorge was delighted to make such a sell, and the guys were thrilled to help them out, but to everyones good fortune, soon after returning to the states their friendship blossomed into a full-fledged business relationship.
alexis06/16/2015 , IL
I've shopped here all last month and I'm in LOVE. I get a new bracelet every paycheck. I'm addicted. Shipping is WAY faster than the estimated date and I haven't had any problems so far.
Tanya06/16/2015 , WI
I love the anklets! Such fun colors ... & waterproof! It's so nice not to have to worry about them breaking in the water, during the summer.
Susy N.06/16/2015 , MA
Love it!
Emily P.06/16/2015 , SC
This company is great! I can't wait to get my bracelets! I would also like to recommend a charity called Out of Darkness that fights human trafficking- I'm not sure how the charity bracelets work but I think Out of Darkness would be an amazing company to partner with that would also really make an impact on the community. Thanks!
Emily C.06/16/2015 , IL
everything was amazing. very great quality.
Vanya V.06/16/2015 , VA
My order came quickly and it was so well-made too! I am buying more of these cute bracelets!!
Kristen06/16/2015 , TX
LOVE them all. Have placed a second order and it's (except a back order) already on its way.
Carly M.06/16/2015 , AZ
I love my bracelets and now all my friends are going to start ordering them!
janetmstreng06/16/2015
just exactly what I was expecting :)
Olivia B.06/16/2015
I love these bracelets! I like that they support crafters as well as having many charity bracelets. The site is easy to use and the discounts urge me to order more to make the most of the savings
Jessica06/16/2015 , RI
so many options! love my bracelets! just haven't received my pura vida points yet
Elizabeth A.06/16/2015 , PA
Great website & the 50% off referral from a friend was such an awesome treat!
Celeste M.06/15/2015
Very easy site- great pictures. Love everything!!
Kara N.06/15/2015 , FL
Its been good. Website is easy to use.
alexis P.06/15/2015
Amazing recommending to everyone I know
lucia L.06/15/2015 , FL
great cause
Lauren J.06/15/2015
I love this cause. Thank you so much for providing something so amazing.
Michelle K.06/15/2015 , VA
Easy shopping and easy pay
Lynn06/15/2015 , NJ
I hope you'll have the U.S. Marines barcelet again soon? I love these bracelets and hope to buy many more !
Michelle G.06/15/2015 , AZ
Good product variety, but no order confirmation email was sent and the site did not prompt me to create an account by entering a password so I cannot check on my order status. I did not receive a shipping confirmation and had no communication from the vendor during the order procurement and shipping process. The site offers some sort of reward points but I couldn't take advantage of this since I was not prompted to set up an account. Overall, I don't think I would purchase directly from this website again.
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