Cubic Zirconia Cufflinks Making a Comeback
Saturday, September 18th, 2010Cubic zirconia cufflinks are a fabulous style statement for both men and women. Everyone needs to wear cufflinks on one occasion or another. They are the perfect accessory for any dress shirt, whether purely decorative or functional – fastening cuffs together. You may think of cz cufflinks as somewhat dated or cheesey, but they can be a great finishing piece like the right item of jewelry or a standout pair of shoes. We’re not suggesting golfball cufflinks, superbowl or “ball-and-chain” wedding cufflinks. Rather, there are some elegant cufflink designs made with precious metals like sterling silver and gold and gemstones that you’ll keep for a lifetime. We love vintage monogrammed cufflinks. (Who cares if they are someone else’s initials?!) You can also get cufflinks that coordinate with a necklace, making for a lovely set. Cufflinks are a great gift idea since you don’t have to worry about sizing, and you can safely incorporate the recipient’s sense of personal style. Stainless steel can be a more affordable option than sterling silver or gold cufflinks, but that is not always the case. Some cufflinks have cubic zirconia, diamonds, or other gemstones such as agate or opal that raise the cost higher than a fancy pair of earrings.
Classic cz cufflinks are either square, rectangular or circular and made of a precious metal, and sometimes enamel. They are only noticeable from some angles and shouldn’t overpower the sleeve. For those who work in a formal office (i.e. opposite of us) they are one of the few opportunities, along with ties, for the wearer to show a bit of personality. Another traditional cufflink style is the silk knot cufflinks, which come in a variety of colors and tend to blend in well with the shirt. A pair of high-quality silk knot cufflinks can run about $30 dollars, but if stored properly, can last a lifetime.

