What does it mean when someone gives you Kandi?

peace, love, unity, and respect
Kandi is a distinctive and unique part of rave culture and is designed to be given away or traded away as a sign of PLUR culture – peace, love, unity, and respect.

Why do people wear Kandi bracelets?

Kandi bracelets were first made and worn by drug dealers in the early 1990s. Drug dealers would go to raves hiding drugs like ecstasy and LSD on them and wear an arm-full of these bright bracelets so that other ravers could identify them and buy some of their product.

What are the beads used in Kandi called?

Pony beads are the classic; big, round-edged beads that we all used as kids. These will give a chunky feel to your kandi. Perler beads are smaller than pony beads but equally classic. These are the ones that could be placed in a mold and ironed over to create a solid, rainbow-hued plastic figure.

How many beads should you put on Kandi?

25-30 beads
Using about 25-30 beads is standard, but you’ll just want enough so that the cuff will be big enough to slide on and off your wrist without being too loose.

Why do ravers wear Kandi?

It has come to represent a kindness that brings the rave community closer by being a conversation starter that can double as a gift. The story I heard is that drug dealers would wear beads and bright, neon colors so they could be noticed. Fans were attracted to the craft and it became an iconic symbol of dance music.

Where do you wear Kandi?

Kandi worn on the right arm are for trade, while the left arm is off limits. Generally speaking, anything on the right arm is available for trade and the ones that are not tradeable are on the left. The ones on the left may be singles the person has received or have special meaning to them.

Is Kandi still a thing?

Yes, people still trade Kandi at raves and festivals. It’s a tradition that has been around for decades, and it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. So if you’re ever at a rave or festival, don’t be afraid to approach someone and start a conversation.

What is a Kandi Kid?

So, what are Kandi kids? Also known as ‘Candy Ravers’ or ‘Kandi Ravers’, Kandi kids are a subculture consisting of Electronic Dance Music (EDM) enthusiasts. Having dedicated aliases or ‘rave names’, Kandi kids profess their love for both techno and happy hardcore sub-genres of EDM.