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What Are Cufflinks?

Cufflinks are not worn as often as they used to. However, a well-worn cufflink is a fantastic addition to improving your outfit game and confidence.

Cufflinks are not worn as often as they used to. However, a well-worn cufflink is a fantastic addition to improving your outfit game and confidence.

What Are Cufflinks?

Cufflinks are jewelry items used to secure the cuffs of dress shirts. They are decorative accessories worn by men and women to fasten the cuffs of dress shirts or blouses. They are an alternative to buttons and are typically used with shirts with French or double cuffs.

what are cufflinks

Cufflinks consist of two separate decorative pieces, often made of metal, that are connected by a short post or chain. One end of the link is inserted through the holes in the shirt’s cuff (let me show you exactly where your cufflink goes,) and the other end is secured by flipping a small lever or rotating a bar to keep the cuff closed.

Cufflinks come in a wide variety of styles, materials, and designs. They can be simple and understated, featuring classic designs or monograms, or they can be more elaborate and incorporate gemstones, enamel work, or intricate patterns. Some cuff links are even designed to be personalized or engraved with initials or special symbols.

Cufflinks are often worn on formal or semi-formal occasions, such as weddings, black-tie events, or business attire. They add a touch of elegance and sophistication to a dress shirt and can complement a suit or tuxedo.

FAQ

People wear cufflinks to hold the cuffs of their shirts together. They are also used as a fashion piece to improve the look of an outfit.

Yes, you can wear cufflinks with a shirt that has buttons already in the cuff.

Written and reviewed by
Tall Paul
Tall Paul
Paul Marlow, standing at an impressive 6'7 (201cm) and weighing 225lb (102kg), is a mental health speaker, fashion expert, and ex-athlete who excels at helping tall men find well-fitting clothing and teaching them how to style it effectively. As a model in the fashion and film industries, Paul shares his expertise in tall men's fashion, offering valuable advice on measurements, tailoring, and alterations. In addition, he founded Never Alone, an organization that provides mental health and therapy inspiration, and started the Mental Growth Newsletter to support those facing mental health challenges, drawing from his own experiences.

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