Hand accessories like silicone bracelets have become very popular both as a fashion statement and to promote cause. Silicone bracelets are made up of a very stable, flexible and water proof material called as silicon. Silicone is well known for its exclusive quality, further it is not expensive, very colorful and a mark of stylish fashion statement. Silicone bracelets are gaining immense popularity because of their thought provoking messages. They represent different noble causes right from finding a solution to a disease till the creation of an environmental awareness about a disease. These bracelets are commonly referred as rubber bracelets and even Lance Armstrong bracelets as it was first designed by the famous cyclist Lance Armstrong. Silicone bracelets were first sold as a part of a fund raising event to render support to cancer survivors, Lance Armstrong was an active participant to raise adequate funds. It gained much popularity because it gained wide coverage through the Oprah show.

Almost by February 2005, this accessory was used by almost 32 million people. It is a true fact that silicone bracelets will continue to be a popular hand accessory. But it is important to note the fact that they have generated an unexpected amount which has been put to many good charitable purposes. There have been great numbers of manufacturers who have expanded their inventory so as to increase their awareness. These day's silicone bracelets have become so popular that they can be purchased online; there are wide varieties of colors, styles, pre-printed messages or even custom silicon wristbands. Many charities irrespective of their size have entered the market to create awareness and spread some noble thought across different states. There are many bracelets designed with some thoughts like "sharing the promise" and "support our troops" for cancer and many AIDS foundation and Tsunami survivors have benefited through the proceeds of sales generated.

Don't you wonder that it has become very common for people to share their feelings through the colored red pins and now conveyed through the decorative touches? It is common to know that sensitive issues like breast cancer are now covered through the silicone and specially designed breast cancer. Breast cancer wristband is an exclusive pink colored band that fits around the wrist, in addition to this they have exclusive wrist messages like "I will". They are popularly worn by youngsters but it is important to remember the fact that the messages are enjoyed by anyone. The style was first started by Lance Armstrong and after this many manufacturers follow the style with different colors and in different styles. There are some bracelets that even display messages like love indicating not to show any kind of discrimination ad treat everyone in same manner, have faith in God and hope for the best. These breast cancer bracelets are used widely for gifting solutions, keep sakes. The amount of donation that goes towards the donations vary based on the different manufacturers. How many ever forms breast cancer bands might be available but it is important to understand that they aim simply to increase the awareness of the disease. They are cheap and it is important to understand that these bracelets will surely not pinch your pocket in case you want to convey the message that you have survived cancer.