Men's Fashion - Classic Accessories
For men, however, it's an entirely different story. Men's jewelry can be quite limited, with only watches, necklaces and bracelets listed as the most common items. Many men, though, have already started to realize that there's another important men's accessory that they always need to have ready, and these are the cufflinks. It may be one of the lesser known accessories, compared to the more popular watch and bracelet, but it remains to be one of the most significant none the less.
Cufflinks are said to pre-date zippers, safety pins, Velcro and even the straight pin. It is a decorative fastener that holds together a cuff, hence the name cufflinks, on the sleeve of a tuxedo shirt or a dress shirt. It acts as a fastener that replaces the role of a conventional button. The basic principle of its design is made up of a cylindrical post with a decorative end.
As early as 900 years BC, cufflinks were already in use and worn by Vikings. During this time ancient people wore them as adornments. They served as a mark of honor, gallantry or high status in society. The French cufflinks, which are probably the most popular type today, were invented only in the mid-1800s.
In earlier times cufflinks were often made to symbolically represent ancient gods, were sometimes made as rewards for great battles won, and were even used to mark the birth, wedding and coronation of kings and emperors. The latter can be best exemplified today by the recent production of collector's cufflinks as political memorabilia presented to a short list of campaign workers.
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Men certainly are trying to keep pace with women when it comes to accessories and fashion. Unfortunately men's accessories are not as wide-ranging as women's. Cuff links, rings, chains are most commonly used accessories among men. However, the really stylish also wear earrings and bracelets. Fashion designers too tend to overlook these things. But men's fashion accessories certainly make a style statement and add a dash of sophistication to casual and formal wear.
There are a few accessories which all men need: A simple belt - casual as well as a formal one that goes well with your clothes and your style is mandatory for men. Men's belts are generally made of leather and have a small buckle attached it. The belt usually measures 3 cm or less. Unless it is a jeans belt that is broad with flashy buckles
A black belt is an essential part of a men's wardrobe as it becomes easy to pair it with black formal shoes. It is better to find belts that can be reversed and worn both ways. A combination of black and brown with chrome buckle would be perfect.
For formal men's fashion wear accessories like cuff links and matching tie is a must. In the past men had to strictly stick to formal wear while working, but with changes in time casual wear has replaced formal wear at the place of work. Ties with loud patterns must be avoided as it does not suit all occasions. A stripped tie preferably in navy blue or burgundy is an essential part of men's fashion accessories.
