Skip to main content

The Manual may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site.

From Off-the-Cuff to Classy, These Are the Best Cufflinks to Show Off Your Style

A set of cufflinks aren’t a necessary accessory on a day-to-day basis, but they’re a damn fashionable demonstration of your personal style and a great way to accentuate how to wear a suit.

If you’re wearing a suit with a white tie or black tie properly, it will likely have links at the cuffs for you to fill. From elegant options such as the stunning Haspel seersucker links, classic gold engravable cufflinks from Brooks Brothers, to a more playful pick like the gear inspired rose gold-plated pair from Tateossian — your options for showing off your personality in good taste are endless. Cufflinks are also an easily forgotten, yet truly appreciated gift idea for Dad, a family member, or coworker.

Recommended Videos

Just keep in mind, however, that you should be mindful for when you wear certain styles. You wouldn’t want to wear your beer cap cufflinks to a fancy feast, nor would you want to wear a pair of diamond-plated gems to cuff the end of your shirt at any old function. With that out of the way, let’s dig into some of our favorite affordable and extravagant cufflink options.

The Best Men’s Cufflinks

Haspel Seersucker Cufflinks – $120

These seersucker suit-ready cufflinks are both elegant and classy. From two respectable New Orleans greats, Haspel and Mignon Faget, the seersucker cufflinks put forth Haspel’s iconic stripes over a refined silver base, while also presenting some of Mignon Faget coveted details.

Shop Now

Valextra Interchangeable Cufflinks – $850

Valextra offers a cufflink set that provides interchangeable faces depending on your mood and suit color. Constructed from sterling silver and six pebbled leather options, this set is great for those who aim to keep up their adventurous persona.

Shop Now

Cufflinks, Inc. Dial Cufflinks – $65

This one is for music lovers or those who simply appreciate vintage commodities. Sporting the visage of vintage radio knobs, Cufflinks, Inc. cufflinks dial up your style in more ways than one, starting with a chunky and eye-catching silver toned design that hosts one knob to turn up the volume and one to match the tone of any environment.

Shop Now

Tateossian Gear Cufflinks – $295

Finding a pair of great looking cufflinks isn’t easy to come by, especially if you’re working with a price limit. However, it’s not an impossible feat. These cufflinks from Tateossian boast separately moving gears inside while offering a rustic and alluring carbon fiber backing to contrast with the rose-gold body. Unbelievably, this pair sits far from the “steep” price range, but judging by the appearance of these, some may think they carry that kind of price tag.

Shop Now

Brooks Brothers Engravable Cufflinks – $195

There’s nothing more personalized and precious than a pair of engraved cufflinks and Brooks Brothers sterling silver or 14-karat gold plated links are tough to beat. The engine-turned design is simple yet distinguished enough to send you off to any occasion in a truly presentable manner. The engrave monogramming also makes these a great gift for the holidays.

Shop Now

Helzberg Diamonds “Dad” Engraved Cufflinks – $50

If you’re looking for an easy yet respectable gift idea for Dad, these engraved cufflinks from Helzberg Diamonds has got just the thing for you. The stainless steel construction makes this pair durable and affordable while offering the flashy functionality cufflinks were made for.

Shop Now

Salvatore Ferragamo Double Gancini Cufflinks – $250

Salvatore Ferragamo is one of the most innovative designers on the planet. These double gancini cufflinks are a testament to this fact, sporting a lasting brass construction and stunning matte silver finish that does its duty everywhere from the conference room to five-star dinners and other special occasions.

Shop Now

Macy’s Diamond Cufflink and Money Clip Set – $300

If you want to take your style game to the next level, you can opt for these stainless steel diamond cufflinks that come with a matching money clip. Its satin-finished stainless design sports stunning black diamonds that fit well with a black tie all while exuding refined personality.

Shop Now

Speidel Spinning Globe Cufflinks – $100

The spinning globe cufflinks from Speidel are a great grab for the world-travelers and explorers among us. Boasting a gold-toned body with a contrasting dark globe silhouette, this pair gives you versatility for wearing with any kind of suit, whether it be a classic black and white or a gray flannel suit.

Shop Now

Speidel Concentric Onyx Set – $80

This classic onyx design will bring life out of any dress shirt. It works seamlessly with black tie fit since the gold-toned construction and onyx inner is a lively yet corresponding combination. This is a pair that you can easily wear on a day-to-day basis.

Shop Now

Shop Now

The Millenium Falcon cufflinks from Aovei might be our most affordable option, but they’re undoubtedly a must-have for any Star Wars fan. Crafted from a durable enamel and electroplate blend, these cufflinks will out you as a space nerd (that’s a good thing!) to anyone who chooses to pay close enough attention.

Shop Now

Trianon Gold Tiger’s Eye Cufflinks – $1,650

These 18-karat gold cufflinks from Trianon are hand-set with a tiger’s eye stone, which is said to promote unparalleled initiative and supreme mental clarity. This pair is delivered in a presentation box and is made for those big moments in your life where you need to think straight and want to look great.

Shop Now

Trianon Gold Quartz Cufflinks – $4,400

When considering cufflink options, sometimes you’re looking for unrivaled classiness and flare. These Trianon cufflinks will give you the essence of royalty, flaunting 18-karat gold and a stunning light-catching quartz. It’s an heirloom piece that you can hand down to your son to assure he looks ravishing, too.

Shop Now

Bryan Holt
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Bryan Holt is a writer, editor, designer, and multimedia storyteller based in Portland, Oregon. He is a graduate from the…
Men’s style: Fashion influencers to follow who can help elevate your look
These fashion influencers have massive style (and Instagram follower counts)
Man looking in his closet

New job with a different dress code? Just leaving your house to go grocery shopping? Just throwing on "any old suit" or stepping out in the same outfit you just worked out in won’t do for the fashionable man.
However, you may find yourself in a massive men's style rut. Though men’s fashion can often be boiled down to "just change ties," you may like being more creative with your look. It's a fun way to show individuality and stand out in a sea of people following the "just-change-ties" framework.
Enter fashion influencers. No, they’re not just for feminine style. Many men’s fashion influencers have racked up huge followings for their regular, accessible style inspiration. Browsing just a few of their snaps will help you realize that you do, in fact, have something to wear.

Mariano Di Vaio
Username: @marianodivaio
This Italian blogger has served as a brand ambassador for a who’s who of designer brands, including Dolce & Gabbana and Hugo Boss. His feed is curated with styles for multiple occasions, from casual monochrome tracksuits with white sneakers to sharp but classy blue-checkered suit jackets. He’s Italian, so you can catch him sporting head-to-toe white after Labor Day without care, much to the delight of his 7.1 million followers.

Read more
Class up your style: These are the best pocket watches for men
Our top picks for best pocket watches for men
Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300G-010 pocket watch

The best pocket watches for men are going to experience a resurgence in popularity soon, and you can jump on the trend ahead of time so you're able to tell everyone you were the one who started it. Why will pocket watches suddenly be on anyone and everyone? In September 2024, The Peaky Blinders Movie is confirmed to begin production. The hit TV series, set in the gritty backdrop of Birmingham after World War I, has become a massive cultural phenomenon, with a man who rocks copycat outfits on TikTok and even Peaky Blinders stores.

Taking inspiration from Mr. Thomas Shelby himself, the Peaky Blinders aesthetic has sparked renewed interest in finding the best pocket watches for men and for those wanting to give off an early 20th-century British gangster aesthetic. As more people seek to emulate their favorite characters from the cultural phenomenon, pocket watches will be trending very soon. If you're really looking to go all in and emulate your favorite Peaky Blinders character, a three-piece tweed suit and a long jacket will go a long way.
Best pocket watches for men: Our top picks

Read more
From Cartier to Tiffany: The best designer bracelets for men
A woman holding the Tiffany Lock.

The best jewelry for men can change drastically depending on your tastes and preferences. However, there are some iconic designs that will always look good on your wrist whatever your regular aesthetic might be. If you’ve worked out your personal style and your essential tips for looking good, pair a classy designer bracelet to your outfit and it’s an instant upgrade.

While the best designer bracelets for men are a highly personal choice, if you don’t know where to begin, we’re here to help. We’ve picked out a handful of the best designer bracelets available right now featuring some of the biggest designer brands around like Tiffany, Cartier, and Versace. Take a look below at our highlights and see what works well for your personal style.
Tiffany Lock
Best for attracting attention

Read more