Socks and Other Signs of a Well Dressed Man: Cuff Links

I am the cuff link giver. Whenever one of my friends or family members celebrates a milestone in their lives, whether it's graduating from high school or college, or their birthday, they get cuff links from me. Of course I don't give the same person cuff links on more than one occasion, because that would be a bit redundant in the gift giving area. But, that is beside the point that I'm making today. I love cuff links on a French Cuff Shirt. To me, cuff links are a small piece of jewelry that complete the suited look.

Now, in a professional setting, most men would probably stick with traditional pewter and silver colors for their cuff links, but why? Please try golds, colors and other cuff links that really show the personality of the wearer.

Here are a few of my favorites:

Canali Mother of Pearl Cuff Links from Nordstroms. These links are jazzier than the traditional cuff links and they are in one of this fall's it colors, purple.

These Penny Black 40 Fenway Park inspired cuff links also from Nordstrom's are perfect for any Red Sox fan!

These David Donahue sterling silver cuff links, also from Nordstrom's, with a pale blue inlay will go perfectly with a French Cuff shirt and Charcoal Grey suit.

Lastly, Nordstrom's Ravi Ratan 'Stethescope' cuff links would be the best gift for a recent Medical School Graduate or a seasoned physician.