Cheap vs. Expensive Cufflinks: What Are the Differences?

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00:00 Cheap vs. Expensive Cufflinks Introduction
Cufflinks are one of the most iconic accessories in classic menswear. They create unexpected visual interest, they denote your personal style, and they can tie an outfit together. And, of course, they also do their most vital duty by keeping your shirt cuffs together.
01:14 What We Mean by “Cheap” and “Expensive”
“Cheap” is obviously a relative, and, if you live in India, it’s a very different amount than if you live in the United States. For the purpose of this post, we consider everything under $50 cheap for a pair of cufflinks. Expensive, everything above $300, and then there’s the in-between ground.
03:00 Cufflink Faces
06:45 A Word on Manufacturing
10:33 Cufflink Fasteners
16:03 Cufflink Materials
19:48 Other Factors Contributing to Cost
In summary, cufflinks are a unique component of your outfit. They’re instantly noticed, and they always elevate your outfit. Because of that, we feel it makes the most sense to invest in quality. But, frankly, we believe quality goods are probably the better choice in most regards.
If you support true craftsmen, you have a product that is more satisfying. It will last longer, which by definition means it’s greener. If you wear something for a hundred years, then you don’t have to reproduce it. Rather than wasting energy by recasting, even if you recycle it, it’s not as green as something that you don’t have to replace.
24:40 Outfit Rundown

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@Honest_Grifter Жыл бұрын

I picked up a set of natural pearl cufflinks with silver setting at an antique store for 15 bucks... I love looking at flea markets and antique stores, you can get some high quality used jewelry pieces, furs, and hats at GREAT prices

@alexrad9570 Жыл бұрын

Im hundred percent tirft store.

@lowlowsandclothes9923 Жыл бұрын

I got some gold plated ones with a red stone for 3 dollars on ebay

@doughoward6401 5 ай бұрын

My first pair of links I picked up at an antique sale they are 14k white gold with diamonds in each corner ( they are square ) and a large cabochon dark amyphest in the center . The dealer was asking 700 .oo and because he couldn't identify the center stone positively , I got them for 400.00 . They have a strange jewlers mark I can't identify . It's a stylized ck inside a diamond type lozenge . Wore them on formal night on our cruise to Alaska for our anniversary and to my son's wedding in australia.

@doughoward6401 5 ай бұрын

@@alexrad9570Australia.

@guanglesaveling3078 Жыл бұрын

Hello, I'm a 15 year old man from England and your videos are brilliant! I have now got a separate wardrobe for my formal wear filled with blazers, many cufflinks, shirt studs, collar studs ect and am still collecting them. Your guides have really helped me look my best and your advice has just helped me embrace a look that is unfortunately dying as time progresses. I'd just like to thank you for the videos and helping me to look my best!

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Thank you! We're happy to be a part of your style journey 🙂

@mickcoulson6188 Жыл бұрын

Great to see the youth of today aren't all huggies and trainers,Style never goes out of style

@IssaBass Жыл бұрын

Even though I only have one shirt with french cuffs I love cufflinks! My most prized are a solid gold pair with an emerald in the center which belonged to my late grandfather, and I have a pair of Japanese damascene cufflinks that I actually found in their original box tied up with thread and never before worn!

@chaca500 Жыл бұрын

Lady here 🤚🏽I recently acquired several high quality double cuffed shirts, and after buying 'cheaper' T-bar cufflinks and being dissatisfied with them, I'm here to learn as much as I can to inform my next purchase.

@peterturayjr1209 Жыл бұрын

This video just enlightened me further on what to consider on my next pair of cufflinks.

@KevinIsUltra Жыл бұрын

I've been looking for this video. You read my mind.

@cyrilio Жыл бұрын

Your B-roll and 'reaction' videos are just sublime. Keep doing what you do.

@jeffhreid Жыл бұрын

Good video. I love those corduroy trousers

@screamingfox5666 Жыл бұрын

My all time favorite is a vintage from the 1920s, elliptical front double-sided silver with green mother of pearl on top, discreet and very nice looking, its linked by a little chain and it is beautiful, the only thing is that it is a bit difficult to put it on while wearing the shirt hehe (I always put it before wearing the shirt). Also bought some good ones at thrift shops. A strange but very effective tip is that two pairs of the same earrings can become real nice cufflinks (other earrings can become nice boutonnieres) but you gotta have some good sense to it, that works only for earrings that already look like cufflinks (or boutonnieres, I got one (earrings, on a thrift shop) that is like a golden leaf, it is a clip earring, that one looks like it was made to be a boutonniere) XD

@mickcoulson6188 Жыл бұрын

I'm with you friend,chain type and always put them in before putting on the shirt

@g.lheureux4252 Жыл бұрын

Your post was great! As l have mentioned before on one of your previous posts regarding cufflinks, l have a small collection most of which l have acquired in vintage shops etc. I look for classic design and most of all good craftsmanship. I have an art deco gold tigers eye ring and noticed your ball and claw pair with the tigers eye. I think that they may be a nice addition to my collection. I also like your comment regarding buying quality things that will last over time which does help the environment.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Thank you! As a cufflink connoisseur, the Fort Belvedere tiger's eye cufflinks are a must! shop.gentlemansgazette.com/accessories/cufflinks/eagle-claw-cufflinks-with-tiger-s-eye-balls-925-sterling-silver-gold-plated-fort-belvedere?

@jobmclaren4150 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sven!!!

@kesetokaiba Жыл бұрын

Great video as always. If I were to buy cufflinks, it would be Fort Belvedere Eagle Claw Design (Monkey Fist Knot also looks nice too) but I don't own any cufflinks because I don't own any French Cuff shirts. Who knows? Maybe one day I might :)

@alexeyush Жыл бұрын

Wonderful educative video! Can you please make a video about the stroller (or Stresemann) suit? I also wish to see a video about Kyle’s wardrobe.

@The_Emperor_IsCool Жыл бұрын

Could you make a video on Knickerbockers, their history, and how to wear them today?

@BEAMChannel Жыл бұрын

I have gotten some fun cufflinks off of ebay. There are a lot of used ones there, and you can get them for a few $. I just remember to treat it like catching a city bus, if you miss this one don't stress there will be another in a few minutes. Also I have a few of the cloth knot type that I mostly got for when I am going to be flying so they don't set off a metal detector

@911babygoat Жыл бұрын

Do you guys ever plan to do another Suit review? Like Pini Parma or Proper Cloth? Maybe a Spier and Mackay suit review video? Also. Thank you for all the information you give on classic men’s wear.

@AppealToHeaven Жыл бұрын

I've loved French cuffs since I was my sister's ring bearer in 1975. My cuff links were gold plated, monogrammed,, and I've used them for 45+ years. Cheap, but highly sentimental, and still look great. Now I'm 52 and have a very small collection of cuff links bc I don't have occasions for getting dressed up that often. That said...my favorite cuff links I've found are from Charles Tyrwhitt. Any comments on their brand, good or bad, Sven? My favorite are enamel blue and yellow fleur-de-lis and red enamel Starburst.

@Harry-tb8yo Жыл бұрын

In my opinion there is no need to dress up aka wear a suit to wear cufflinks. When I wear a suit I of course always wear cufflinks but often I just wear a shirt at the office or private events and still pair it with cufflinks. I think those old rules to only wear cufflinks when you also wear a suit and a tie are now osolete. These days it is much more relaxed. Nobody ever complained about a missing suit when spotting my cufflinks. Just the opposite: I often receive compliments for wearing cufflinks.

@SweetieSunflower3 Ай бұрын

Well said!

@maximilienrobespierre7927 Жыл бұрын

I think there should also be a distinction between cheap and affordable. Some cheaply made junk would indeed be cheap. But something that's of decent quality but not yet of high enough quality to be considered luxury is more in the addordable category. I believe this distinction should be made mainly because of the negative connotations that the word "cheap" carries when it relates to quality.

@ViguLiviu Жыл бұрын

I have a pair of cufflinks with a T bar that have a whale toggle, they are they hardest to open and close cufflinks I have. I personally don't have a problem with a T-bar cufflink, the only type I would be interested in is a 2 face cufflink with 2 different designs.

@alexkaupuzch9818 Жыл бұрын

Tutorial of life channel ❤

@kirkmorrison6131 Жыл бұрын

I made my own from some old silver buttons 4 and silver chain.

@Harry-tb8yo Жыл бұрын

As a cufflink fan I have to say that those monkey fist knots and the eagle claw cufflinks look great. I somehow have to resist at this moment because my family think I am a bit crazy with my collection...

@alexanderraedle8538 Жыл бұрын

On your "100 books for your menswear library"-list you list some books about cuff links. I am torn between "Cuff links" by Susan Jonas and the one by Bertrand Pizzin. I don't expect you to see or respond to this message, but if you do than I'd be very happy if you could tell me which one you recommend a bit more (and maybe how they differ) since they're both listed as "nice to have". Kind regards and thank you so much for your content. I'm always looking forward to new videos :)

@edwardbirdsall6580 Жыл бұрын

Once upon a time you mentioned the possibility of Canes or walking sticks. Whatever happened to that idea? I would buy one in Alpaca silver. Also known as German silver. I know the one I would buy. But they want an insane price for it. Right now my most common used cane is Rose wood with a derby handle. Looks nice with most things.

@gabrielbaca-ps9oo Жыл бұрын

So classy 👍, it's all in how you carry yourself.

@ericalbany Жыл бұрын

I look for vintage Krementz.

@dararohan1209 3 ай бұрын

Does anyone have any experience with Montblanc cufflinks? I know the pens have a great reputation but I wonder how are the cufflinks.

@mickcoulson6188 Жыл бұрын

I always buy vintage ,chain type cufflinks I dont like cheap bar cufflinks ,vintage is always more interesting

@TheMarkvanes 8 ай бұрын

Pierre Mondriaan? I have only heard of Piet Mondriaan.

@coreymasoy7034 Жыл бұрын

🔥💯👍

@hiumikoshaku4426 Жыл бұрын

I had to double check, but my man seriously pronounced Piet Mondriaan as Pierre Mondrián. Whaaaaat

@user-tk5hd7yf5q Жыл бұрын

Excuse me guys, but what is the point in those cuff links, if they draw attention to completely neglected hands and nails. After all, you didn’t bring the appearance of your hands to such a state specifically for the photo session, did you?

@freedyorozco8451 Жыл бұрын

🥃🎩

@SMOKKKEEY Жыл бұрын

@guldenaydin9918 Жыл бұрын

💠🔷️💠

@FortressMT Жыл бұрын

PROTOTYPE FT BELVEDERE PANTS?!?!?!?!? WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!?!?!?!?!?!

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Watch this space! 😉

@alexsnezh Жыл бұрын

I choked when I saw the poop cufflinks 😂

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

😂

@basileus8827 Жыл бұрын

The principal difference is the price.

@alexrad9570 Жыл бұрын

Rafa is back! 🙏

@runningMan84 Жыл бұрын

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@janerkenbrack3373 Жыл бұрын

I can't imagine wearing diamond cufflinks. Or diamond anything. Remember the Barry Manilow song, Copacabana? "His name was Rico, he wore a diamond..." This is what people think when they see you wearing diamonds.

@ericalbany Жыл бұрын

My grandfather wore Krementz links, dark MOP octagons set in white gold fill bezels with tiny diamonds in the center of one Side and a seed pearl in the other. Just a spark of flash and contrast.

@philipdomashenko2877 Жыл бұрын

Did someone say :quality craftsmanship and tradition??????

@bheinatz1 Жыл бұрын

Yes, Kirby Allison did!

@TheMarkvanes Жыл бұрын

How did you say Mondriaan?

@ivanlazarev6414 Жыл бұрын

Verkeerd

@TheMarkvanes Жыл бұрын

@@ivanlazarev6414 zeker

@ivanlazarev6414 Жыл бұрын

De uitspraak van "Cloisonné" is ook verkeerd.

@debozebever Жыл бұрын

Pied Mondrian, goude vent uit Parijs youknow

@HipstarMusic Жыл бұрын

Sven, if you buy something for $2 to $3 and sell it for $20 to $30, that is a 900% markup, so your profit margin would be....?

@bullpup1337 11 ай бұрын

90%

@keshavrao212 Жыл бұрын

Hosentrager bitte!

@channingcheese2 Жыл бұрын

Nah, cheap cufflinks will do the trick for me. I can abide cheapness in almost everything.

@zoroaster2990 Жыл бұрын

Pop culture references age poorly and are most certainly NOT CLASSIC

@shakezmaybe3192 9 ай бұрын

Oh no, Raphael just become an Apple user, no longer relatable.

@actaeon6463 Жыл бұрын

Somebody needs to talk about Donald Trump's sense of style. Plain-suit plain-shirt plain-tie is tough to pull off in general, but that's what the guy wears 90% of the time. And the other 10% reaches no further than a striped tie or blue shirt. Same thing when he's hanging at his club -- always a white polo/khakis, There's nothing creative about it. Ever. And it's always been that way. It's like his hair -- he's worn it the exact same way his entire adult life, despite the fact that it's a huge pain to make hair look like that.

@Harry-tb8yo Жыл бұрын

I think his "hairstyle" is quite creative or at least unique. Other than that I find it a bit disturbing that he regularly wears cufflinks and a nice watch like his Vacheron Constantin. Can a rude guy like him really have some sense of style? But politicians in general or mostly do not really cut it in terms of style in my opinion. Ronald Reagan was the exception since all of his suits seemed to fit like a second skin to him.