Sometimes a simple trip between friends, a brief encounter or just a little idea which comes into our heads is enough to change a life.
It is exactly what Griffin Thall & Paul Goodman did/have done?, two friends who went for an after university graduation trip in Costa Rica… it did not take a long time to discover all the beauty which was surrounding them, to fall in love with the culture and to meet Jorge and Joaquin, street sellers who were creating and selling artisan bracelets.
A five week college graduation trip to Costa Rica turned quickly into a business venture for two Southern California friends
We will share with you the pleasure of discovering the story behind the Pura Vida Bracelets through this nice video and remember that for every Pura Vida Bracelet sold, they donate 1% back to The Surfrider Foundation through 1% for the Planet and that every bracelet purchased helps provide full-time jobs for local artisans in Costa Rica.
Let us show you some styles that caught our attention, especially one worn by yoga sensation Rachel Brathen …
The Yoga Girl Model by Rachel Brathen:
Ultimate Neon Model:
Kiss Me Deadly Model:
Gold Feather Dark Grey Model:
Bahama Boogie Board Model: