Gold Cufflinks: The Perfect Gift
Cuff Links are used as decorative fasteners worn with shirts which have what is known as French Cuffs or also known as link cuffs or double cuffs. Since the gold cufflinks appearance in the early 17th century, this piece of ornament has gained a following and has become one of the symbols of elegant dressing. Wearing 14kt gold cufflinks can elevate a man’s attire to a certain level of sophistication, elegance, and maybe a bit of a zing and humor. Choosing mens cufflinks is similar to choosing a good watch or a good piece of jewelry. It is also very personal that’s why cuff links have become favorite holiday gifts to fathers, husbands and even lovers.
cufflinks recently have also become the favorite giveaways to men in wedding parties or as wedding gift of the bride to the groom. Corporations are also giving away cufflinks as rewards to employees for exemplary work and perfect attendance awards. Just like rings, metal cuff links like the ones made in gold, platinum, and silver can be engraved and monogrammed for an even more personal feel.
High end brands like Tiffany’s, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Mont Blanc, and Salvatore Ferragamo are foremost in metal cufflink designs. engraved cufflinks are a staple since gold is one of the earliest used metals in history and gold has always been associated with luxury. Tiffany’s for example has both the classic yellow gold and white gold design of cuff links for sale. A look at the display of gold cuff links could be overwhelming since designs are varied and prices are a bit steep with these high end brands. Admittedly gold cuff links are second to the most expensive in price range in cuff link selections in most stores high end or not. mens cufflinks aren’t supposed to be limited in these high end brands sometimes good bargains can be found on flea markets, antique shops, and estate sales. A story of a relative comes to mind who one Sunday morning drove down to an estate sale somewhere in Southern California bought a pair of gold cufflinks for $15 ended up having it appraised for about $1500. After a number of people complimented him on his estate sale find his wife convinced him to have the aforementioned gold cuff links looked at a reputable jeweler.
For men owning a pair gold engraved cufflinks could be an heirloom piece to their sons just like the string of pearls for women to their daughters. In recent times with the androgynous nature of fashion women has been wearing French cuffed shirts and thus cuff links have also become part of the wardrobe. More than any other piece of men’s accessory though the cuff link has retained its allure although just like the necktie usage is declining with buttoned cuffs are a preference.
mens cufflinks are more of an acquired taste, more of statement rather than requisite but an essential for those moments in a man’s life like his wedding or a black tie affair where that little touch of glamour could spell the difference.
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