Downplaying the Flair
Cufflinks, like everything else, come and go in fashion. Recent moves away from the Wall Street-Master of the Universe look have put ostentatious cufflinks decidedly in the “go” phase. So, if you happen to own any of those flashy mother-of-pearl or diamond links, you’ve hopefully kept them properly stored for some time. But, that doesn’t mean you should relegate your french cuff shirts to the depths of your closet. And, you aren’t necessarily stuck with the very basic silk knots:
Instead, check out The Collar Company’s colorful selection of silk knots. We just ordered a few, and at $7 a pair, they’re a fresh, cheap alternative to the sterling silver variety.
Or, you could go the Charlton Heston route and advertise your manlihood:
