A PUT-TOGETHER look isn’t complete without some elegant cufflinks. These accessories for men can add the finishing touch to any of your fits in an exquisitely subtle but deadly effective way. Our style experts might even argue that, like suits and dress shirts, cufflinks for men are an indispensable part of a formal outfit for wedding attire or cocktail attire.
Because cufflinks are meant to spruce up your shirting and draw attention to your shirt's cuff, they can make or break your style. That means buying the best possible—stylish, elegant, but most importantly, you—cufflinks is crucial. While you’re probably thinking of classic takes like sterling silver round or gold-plated square cufflinks, we encourage you to buck traditions and go for cufflinks in shapes and materials that are more unique, daring, but just as fitting—especially if you're buying them as a gift. We’ve gathered our 15 picks of the best cufflinks below for some inspiration. From the classic to the creative, these best cufflinks for men can effortlessly kick your look way up a notch.
For just $20 bucks, you get an excellent pair of cufflinks of a timeless yet modern style in brushed gold or straight silver. And trust, they'll triumph on any shirt, on any formal occasion.
Most classic cufflinks
Charles Tyrwhitt Mother of Pearl and Onyx Evening Cufflinks
Most classic cufflinks
Charles Tyrwhitt Mother of Pearl and Onyx Evening Cufflinks
In the world of cufflinks, Onyx and mother of pearl go together like jelly and butter, Bonnie and Clyde, nitrogen and glycerin... Okay, you get the gist—this combo of materials just looks good no matter what. And Charles Tyrwhitt makes one that is easy to put on and stay on with a swivel back.
For a more contemporary take, these sterling silver rectangular cufflinks look edgy. Staying to the modern side of things, the upgrade you’ll get from sharp edges is rather swell compared to a circle's smooth perimeter.
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Best round cufflinks
Jan Leslie Link Up Circle Cufflinks and Tuxedo Studs
Best round cufflinks
Jan Leslie Link Up Circle Cufflinks and Tuxedo Studs
For a tux shirt’s cuff at a black tie event where all eyes will probably be on you, a pair of classic round cufflinks is pretty much a failsafe. These by Jan Leslie are incredibly easy to put on and look sleek enough to draw wanted attention. And they come with a complete set of studs to round out your sartorial edge.
If Bruce Wayne has his own personalized cufflinks with initials, why can't you? Better yet, here, you'll find a caravan of personalizable options, from custom-engraved photos to cutout initials to heart-shaped ones. That is to say, they make killer gifts too.
Cufflinks in knotted shapes really go well with a French cuff; it makes the already elegant detail even more refined. And Lanvin’s are crafted in platinum-plated metal to last a lifetime.
Suitsupply has a nice little selection of cufflinks that are all worth your admiration. But these gold ones in the shape of logs can fast-track you to a man of charisma and taste better than the rest.
Paul Smith's plethora of cufflinks is a hoot and a half: from the robot-shaped and the paperclip-shaped to the ones that resemble a plane, a spinning globe, a bottle of champagne, or a hot dog... Anyway, it's pure fun. We chose this one because it's still very elegant and gentleman-like.
Surprisingly, you won’t look like a showy snob sporting these interlocking Gs. Rather, you’ll look like a cool and chic gent who knows how to make the right investment.
Don’t fancy blending in? Then you'll really like showing up and standing out in David Yurman’s cufflinks in the shape of a twisted helix. No other guy will sport cufflinks even remotely similar to yours. They’re worthy of a sophisticated but still cool guy, and pair well with French cuffs.
Inspired by fonder Matthew Harris’s childhood near the beaches of Jamaica, Mateo’s cufflinks often don seafaring motifs that are fun but still polished. These, in the shape of anchors, will ensure you’re the star of the event even when you’re not angling for any spotlight.
Montblanc’s emblem is striking but not distracting. In the form of cufflinks, it can anchor any fit. And these are crafted with a swivel to be put on and taken off without a hitch.
Made with semiprecious gemstone, these provide a surplus of designer flair and refinement that ensure you look the like who’s who of the event you’re attending. Cop one in black too if you're not feeling the blue.
All class and no sass, these marbled cufflinks are elegant enough for the uttermost formal wear but also versatile enough for casual dressy occasions. They add a little sparkle and fun to your fits without taking away a bit of the formal vibe.
Not only do these accessories add a boss-like statement to your outfit, but they also come in handy for all kinds of gifting during special occasions—weddings, anniversaries, Christmas, etc.
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How We Selected
Men's Health editors and writers have looked at and tried on a slew of men's cufflinks, sporting them on tux events and formal occasions to test out their style. Here, we made our picks of the best cufflinks based on value, price, quality, and most importantly, variety. Circle or square cufflinks are a dime and a half, which is why our picks of the best cufflinks are all special and unique in their own way. We also considered cufflinks that have received high praise on e-commerce sites we trust.
Maverick Li is the Style & Commerce Editor of Men’s Health, where he covers clothing, footwear, watches, and grooming. He was previously the Assistant Commerce Editor at Esquire.