Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Cufflinks Are Back in Fashion

A sixteenth century fashion craze is in for a revival as cufflinks are back in fashion and they are trendier as ever. The 800 year old men's fashion accessory is gaining popularity today as fashion designers again incorporate cufflinks in their designs.

It has been said that the rising acclaim of cufflinks today have started with the allure of the movies. As celebrities' shows off their set of cufflinks, it added its mystique and charm which ushered the reappearance of cufflinks in modern fashion wear. As we are fully aware of the enormous fad setters celebrities can be, cufflinks may become another worldwide fashion success.

What Are Cufflinks?

Cufflinks are accessories used to fasten together the two sides of a cuff, on men or women's sleeve. Though cufflinks has been initially worn by men, today's trends made it necessary for women's wear also. Cufflinks are normally detached fasteners that are used to give decoration and serves to fasten the cuffs. It is normally worn of special occasions where in formal attire is required, but as today's fashion evolves, cufflinks are beginning to be used in everyday activities, making it more flexible and appealing.