Gone are the days when women generally wore more jewelry than men. More and more men are wearing stylish pieces of jewelry and expanding the types of accessories they wear to enhance their style, confidence, and overall image. Some jewelry pieces can be worn every day, but you should reserve others for special occasions, where you are sure to get noticed and be complimented on your sophisticated choices.
Gemstones and metals
The majority of men prefer wearing minimalist jewelry, such as simple band rings. The most popular materials for men’s jewelry are gold, sterling silver, and platinum. Gold is the confident man’s choice as it oozes opulence, while sterling silver is a more traditional approach. Gold and sterling silver jewelry are both suitable for everyday wear and special occasions. However, if you want something more luxurious for special occasions, opt for a platinum piece, which combines the eye-catching nature of gold with the sophistication of sterling silver. When it comes to metals, it is important to remember that all metals are neutrals, which means that you can wear them with anything and mixed up. In short, you can wear both gold and silver at the same time.
When it comes to stones, these days, a growing number of men are opting for colorful gemstones instead of traditional precious metals for jewelry pieces like rings and cufflinks. One of the most popular gemstones for men is the blue sapphire. The dark blue tone is very masculine and is an ideal color to wear in everyday life. In recent years, necklaces have become popular jewelry accessories for men, so you could even consider buying a sapphire necklace. Alternatively, you may prefer to look at a selection of sapphire necklaces for your wife or partner to match your sapphire ring or cufflinks.
Even more masculine than sapphire is black onyx. The deep-polished dark gemstone looks sophisticated and mysterious, and it goes perfectly with yellow gold. Although black onyx is less expensive than other gemstones, it is less robust, so it is a good idea not to wear it every day.
Chains and necklaces
Most men still shy away from necklaces, and that is understandable as it can be challenging to select the right type. A necklace that is too dainty could come across as feminine, while an overly chunky necklace could make you look like Mr. T. A midweight chain with a small pendant is your best option. Due to the somewhat unusualness of men wearing necklaces, you should perhaps save this accessory for special occasions. The right necklace will add interest to your overall outfit and create a talking point. However, some men can pull off wearing necklaces as everyday jewelry pieces.
Rings
The one piece of jewelry that never goes out of fashion for men is the ring. As mentioned above, you can opt for plain bands or rings with gemstones. A gold or silver sterling ring is timeless and suitable for any occasion, while a more decorated piece should be reserved for special occasions. Do not just consider a ring with a stone for a special event. You should also consider getting a ring with something more embellished on it, such as a textured pattern or your etched initials or family crest. Choose something that has significance to you, and it will be even more special when worn on special occasions.
Cufflinks
If you like to dress super-smartly every day, then, by all means, wear cufflinks with your everyday shirts. But for most men, cufflinks should only be worn at formal occasions like black tie events. But just because cufflinks are associated with formalness, it does not mean you cannot have fun with your choice of cufflinks. You could opt for ones with gemstones like black onyx, malachite, or pearl, or you could choose something quirkier or more personal like a sun sign or vintage car design.
Wearing accessories is a great way to express who you are without speaking and to enhance your looks. While they may be small, accessories do have the power to make an outfit. Thus, one should always choose his accessories well – they have a more power than you’d think!
Fraquoh and Franchomme
Further reading:
How to Choose Your Accessories
5 Essential Questions about Accessories Answered
A Basic Guide on How to Wear Accessories for Men
3 Things You Should Know About Wearing Metallics
Elegant and Stylish Gold Chains: A Quick Overview
How to Wear Cufflinks: A Complete Guide
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