How to Style Cufflinks
The origins of cufflinks are rooted in the 1700s when nobles wore shirts with small openings in the cuffs to place their accessories. During that time, men used cufflinks to distinguish their social class. Today, cufflinks mark and distinguish style over authority or social standing, but only when the event requires it, such as a wedding, a particular party, or an important celebration.
Cufflinks are essential accessories for any man who likes to dress with class. If you are unsure when to wear cufflinks or which way cufflinks go on your outfit, read on — we'll tell you how to wear them to give your look a touch of distinction.
Match Your Cufflinks with Your Outfit
Many gentlemen need to figure out what type of cufflinks to wear with their attire. Swank cufflinks can be an excellent addition to a polished look, adding a touch of elegance. If this is your first time wearing cufflinks, putting them on can be tricky once your shirt is fastened. We recommend attaching them before putting your shirt on to fasten them quickly as the last step. You can also go through a couple of online video tutorials the first time you wear cufflinks that explain how to wear them, so you don't throw in the towel too early.
Match Your Cufflinks with Your Shirt and Tie
If you wear cufflinks, choose the classic double or French cuff shirt. These shirts have two eyelets in the cuffs, allowing you to place the cufflinks and securely fasten them. These accessories should face away from your body so people can see them. For a refined and timeless look, consider adding antique cufflinks, which can add character and sophistication to your outfit. To complete your look, consider wearing a bow tie or a classic necktie.
Choose a Neutral Design
Look for a design you like, but also have pairs of neutral and simple cufflinks so you can wear them with many different outfits for many occasions. Do not listen to those who say that cufflinks are an old-fashioned accessory. It would be best to look no further than the most prestigious avant-garde designers who continue producing this accessory.
Play with Contrasting Colours
If you feel confident, playing with contrasting colours can be fun. Do you have a blue suit in your wardrobe? Pair it with red cufflinks. You can also play with alternating light and dark tones in your outfits. For example, a navy-blue jacket may be best offset with sky-blue cufflinks. Usually, cufflinks are hidden under the sleeve of your suit, but if you have contrasting cufflinks, they will stand out more when you move your arms, adding a touch of subtle distinction.
Match your Accessories
To tie your look together:
- Focus on matching your cufflinks with the other accessories you're wearing.
- Think about the tones in your watch, jewellery, or belt buckle.
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If you're wearing a rose gold-plated watch, go for rose gold or brass cufflinks to keep your look cohesive.
Sticking to a consistent metal or colour — whether gold, brass, or silver — ensures that the pieces complement one another seamlessly and add polish to your outfit.
Colour of your Outfit
Always remember that the colour of a cufflink is determined by its material (gold, silver, metal, etc.) and its design components. Ideally, the colour of your cufflinks will match the elements in your outfit, such as your tie, belt, socks, or shoes.
Occasions to Wear Cufflinks
Have you ever been stupefied at some twins that looked like they were from a showcase, and, for not knowing on what occasion you put them on, you decided not to buy them? Can you only use them at weddings? We will give you some tips on when to wear the cufflinks.
Formal Occasions
The best time to wear cufflinks is at formal events, where you can wear a dark-coloured suit in either navy or black. You should wear silver or gold cufflinks for dark suits. There are many cufflink designs in round, square and oval shapes, and your style largely depends on your taste. For a personalised touch, consider initial cufflinks, where you can engrave your initials onto the pieces to make them uniquely yours. When engraving, it is best to choose classic gold, silver or black cufflinks for a sad and traditional look.
Informal Occasions
If the occasion is informal, you can choose a style of cufflinks that are less dressy. You can select a pair of cufflinks that complements the other material, style or colour in the other accessories in your outfit. For example, trimmed cufflinks are made of elastic silk yarn and available in different shapes, such as ball, square, or barrel-shaped. They are ideal to give a creative touch to the cuffs of your shirts and complete your final look. They are usually very reasonably priced, comfortable, and easy to wear.
It is best to wear a classic white shirt for a cufflink to look good, even on an informal occasion. For example, suppose you will have a romantic dinner with your partner and want to be well-dressed and elegant for the occasion. In that case, you can wear cufflinks to add a touch of style to your outfit. You could wear a white French cuff shirt, navy suit pants, a blazer and some cufflinks with an original design and unique colours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you wear cufflinks with?
Cufflinks are typically worn with dress shirts with French or double cuffs, with no buttons on the cuff and are designed to be secured with cufflinks.
What is the rule for cufflinks?
The main rule for cufflinks is to match them to the formality of your outfit and ensure they complement your other accessories, such as your watch, belt, or tie clip.
Are cufflinks supposed to show?
Yes, cufflinks should be slightly visible when wearing a suit or jacket, adding a subtle touch of personality and sophistication to the outfit.
What do cufflinks say about a man?
Cufflinks often suggest that a man pays attention to detail and values elegance, adding extra refinement and style to his look.
What colour cufflinks with a blue suit?
With a blue suit, silver, white, or light blue cufflinks create a polished and cohesive look, as these colours complement the cool tones of the suit. If you want to add contrast, try gold or deep shades like navy or burgundy, which can add a subtle pop without overwhelming the outfit.
