This Day in History: Feb. 27, 1960

Today in 1960, the underdog team, The US Olympic team beat the Soviet Union in the semifinals at the Winter Games in Squaw Valley, California. The next day, the US goes on to beat Czechoslovakia to win its first ever gold medal in hockey.

Hockey fans will appreciate this pair of cufflinks, made in sterling silver and crafted with exquisite detail, all you need now is a puck!



It’s a known fact that hockey coaches dress better than any other sports’ skippers. A double Windsor knot will not do you any good if the rest of your accessories aren’t in order. These sterling silver pieces show that, as a coach or a businessman, you pay attention to detail. Perfect for the Hockey fan! This pair features incredible detail down to the blades on the skates.


What’s cooler than a hockey rink? Nothing. The colors in this cufflink will perfectly compliment any outfit incorporating white, red and blue hues. Put some ice on your wrist with this set of Hockey Rink Cufflinks.

CuffLinks.com hold the licenses for major sports leagues including the NHL. Want to put a pair of Blues on your cuff?



Or rock a pair of Red Wings?


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Spotlight Section: Hand Painted Coins

CuffLinks.com is home to some of the most highly sought after cufflinks. No matter what your niche is we have a selection you would have a tough time choosing amongst.

Sometimes its your job, sometimes is your hobby and other times its just a passion that peaks your interest. We have the section for you

Pursuits and Passions is full of cufflinks for everyone.


Now, cufflinks collectors have to share the stage with those other fanatics out there.

Coin Cuffinks

There are many good reasons why you might want to collect coins. Each coin tells a different story a piece of history we didn't know.

According to the US Mint "Coin collecting, one of the oldest hobbies, was once practiced only by kings and the wealthy. That's why coin collecting often is called the "king of hobbies" and the "hobby of kings."

Coin collecting became increasingly popular in America during the 1930s when United States commemorative coins became widely available. Today, there are millions of coin collectors in the United States alone. The thriving coin-collecting community, which includes clubs throughout the United States provides numerous opportunities for collectors to meet and trade.


Now you can collect coins in style. Hand painted coins come from a variety of different countries including Canada, Switzerland and even as far away as Australia.


Our Token and Coin section also has a selection of authentic tokens from subway systems across America. From cities like New York, Chicago and LA you can keep a piece of history on your cuff.

This pair of CTA Tokens were used from 1922 to 1999, Chicago’s tokens were distinguished by three symmetrical cuts in the token’s minting. Creatively packaged in a subway map covered gift box with authenticity card. Also available in a sterling silver setting.

Stop by and check out what stories you learn in the coins.

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New Laws of Casual Style

As always, Esquire is looking out for men everywhere. Just because you are going out for a casual night out doesn't mean there is no hope for style. With 69 new man laws, be sure and check out this list so you don't look back and think, "If only I had known..."

Here is a glimpse from The (New) Laws of Casual Style

1. When in doubt: a white oxford shirt.


5. There is a name for men who can pull off wearing sports jerseys. They’re called professional athletes.


9. Fitted is good. Snug is dicey. Tight is just wrong.



24. Articles that you can never dress up: sports jerseys, track pants, wifebeaters, Birkenstocks, and flip-flops.


29. Athletes inspire the best sneakers. Pair the shoe with the icon who made it famous.



J Muckle/Studio D
ANSWERS: 1-C, 2-A, 3-F, 4-B, 5-D, 6-E.

From left to right: Adidas ($100), Converse ($50), Converse ($42), Adidas ($60), Vans ($40), Nike ($115).

31. Never wear more than two denim items at a time. Scratch that: Never wear more than one denim item at a time, and make sure it’s not a vest.

42. Animals make the best logos. Match the logo with the brand.



A. Polo; B. Penguin; C. Lacoste; D. Brooks Brothers; E. American Eagle; F. Vineyard Vines

ANSWERS: 1-C, 2-E, 3-D, 4-F, 5-A, 6-B.

To see Esquire's full article click here.

It never hurts to add a French cuff button up to a pair of dark denim jeans. Now you have a casual but sophisticated look. With the optional blazer, you look like a man who knows how to work his closet.


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Mardi Gras

Not everyone can be down in New Orleans celebrating Fat Tuesday by waking up at 8am, grabbing a cold one and heading down to Bourbon Street to watch the parades with the Zulu Krewe, followed by the Court of Rex and hundreds of truck floats exhibiting some of the most elaborate costumes in the world. But just because you can't head down to the French Quarters, doesn't mean you wont be able to celebrate Fat Tuesday in style!



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Red Carpet Fashion

The 81st annual Academy Awards went off without a hitch last night at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, California.

The winner of the night with a total of 8 awards was no surprise, Slumdog Millionaire, who received the honor of Best Picture, Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay along with a few other awards.


Heath Ledger's family accepted his award on behalf of his daughter Matilda for his supporting role in 'The Dark Knight.'

Kate Winslet received best actress for her performance in 'The Reader.'


Images of fashionable men from Oscars past...



First time presenter, Eric Bana, wore a two-button lean line Calvin Klein tuxedo down the famous red carpet for the 78th annual Academy Awards. Flap pockets and a white evening shirt complete with bow tie, were added to his finished dapper look.


Orlando Bloom made his first presentation in the 77th in a tuxedo from designer Dunhill. His peak lapel jacket coordinated with an asymmetric vest, formal shirt and bow tie.



The always stylish, George Clooney, attended the awards ceremony in Hollywood last night. In his two-button tuxedo trimmed with satin, worn with white shirt and the classic black bow tie he was one of the most dashing men the red carpet has ever seen.

Classic looks that go a long way. You don't need a red carpet to finish off the perfect look, click here to find cufflinks for your next formal event.

This Day in History: Feb. 20, 1962

Feb. 20, 1962



The first American orbits the Earth. In 1962 Astronaut John Glenn Jr. was successfully launched into space aboard the Friendship 7. Glenn, a highly decorated pilot from his flights during WWII and the Korean War, was among 7 men chosen to become America's first astronauts. Glenn orbited around the Earth 3 times before he descended back into the Earth's atmosphere after problems began to occur aboard the spacecraft. Glenn landed in the Atlantic Ocean and was picked up by the USS Noa, with his first words after stepping out, "It was hot in there." Glenn became a national hero and even met with JFK at Cape Canaveral.



The space race was a heated one between the the Soviet Union and the United States beginning when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1 on October 4, 1957. The end is not as definitive, some speculate the Apollo moon landing in 1969 finished it. Russians claim that by sending the first man into space they won the unofficial race, others believe the US claim victory because they landed on the moon first.


No matter the winner, the tension filled race between the two superpowers became less of a nail biter. Now we can look back on our accomplishments and appreciate them for their worth rather than their numerical order.

Commemorate this day in history with this pair of Rocket Cufflinks by designer Ravi Ratan.

Made from .925 sterling silver you can re-live your childhood dreams of space travel in style. Engrave the backing for added personalization or commemorate a special date.

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Spotlight Section: Make Your Own!

You have searched every department and men's specialty store and scowered the internet trying to find that perfect pair. Maybe you caught a glimpse of your grandpa's cuff one day when you were a kid, or maybe its a pair you have only envisioned. But to no avail you cannot find it.

Everyone always says if you want it done right, do it yourself! CuffLinks.com now carries a line of Make Your Own items including, 2 types of cufflinks, a tie bar and a stud set!


Silver palates for whatever design your heart desires. Make your own cufflinks come fitted with an oval backing for a stylish and functional pair. A great gift purchase for those collectors in your life. Objects can be adhered using almost any method.

Use this pair of sterling silver backings to attach your favorite gem or ornament for the pair you have always wanted.


With this sturdy base you are able to add the perfect adornment to create that look no one else has thought of. Great for the collector who has everything, but can’t find that specific piece he has been looking for.


With 4 studs, complete with spring backings, you can make the perfect set to match your favorite pair of cufflinks. Stones, coins or just about anything you can imagine can be adhered to this set of studs.

The best methods of adhering gems, rocks or any other decoration are micro-welding, solder and super glue. Try your hand at being a designer with any one of these Make Your Own products!

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Its The Look

A survey of 1,000 women reveled what kind of look they want their man to have. Posed with the question - What do you find attractive in a prospective partner?- women have made it abundantly clear they no longer endure the scruffy tops and jeans or a man with a slumped posture.


In these tough economic times, your reputation and the look you project are of high importance. The citation of classic gentlemen figures like Colin Firth's Mr. Darcy or James Bond star Daniel Craig, men who are well-proportioned and well-dressed and who always carry themselves well, were recognized as the look they are drawn to.


Alan Cannon-Jones, senior lecturer in tailoring at the London College of Fashion and an expert on menswear, said the current economic crisis meant women were more likely to be attracted to men wearing smart, tailored garments.

He said: "Because of the financial situation, many guys are smartening up their look. Even if they do not have much money, they are keen to project the perception that they do."

Sales of cufflinks and ties are on the rise, making a smarter look within your reach.
Before you resort to Match.com or eHarmony, give your look the adjustment it needs to project who you are and you might find once the distressed jeans were replaced with a crisper look, the pair of links on your cuff might not be the only couple in your future!

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GQ's 10 Most Stylish Men in America

GQ searched the world to find a collection of guys that would be a crime not to take cues from.

"Real men with real style."

Justin Timberlake



The man who helped bring fedoras—and sweater vests, and beards, and three-piece suits, and skinny ties—back.

Mark Ronson



Ronson wears the of-the-moment uniform—slim suit, skinny tie—in such a way that doesn’t make you want to punch him. How? He respects details like the taper of the pants and the length of the tie—and he backs the Mr. Success look up with actual success.

Alexi Lubomirski



Lubomirski is a photographer you could easily mistake for a model—one cast in a fashion spread called “How to Achieve Timeless Elegance in a Blue Shirt and Jeans.” Born in England and raised in France and Botswana, he’s worldly enough to pull off undoing that third shirt button.

André Balazs



If you’ve ever set foot on an André Balazs property—the legendary Chateau Marmont, say—you know his philosophy: Style isn’t about exclusivity or trends; it’s about honesty, authenticity, and above all else, comfort.

Kanye West



Stylistically, Kanye no longer seems like a sugar-deprived kid in a candy store. Yes, he’s still flashy and attitudinal. But whereas he used to look like he was flaunting all those luxury labels, now he looks like he’s expressing himself through them.

Sid Mashburn (and staff)



Sid Mashburn is a throwback to a time when looking sharp was about a lot more than labels. His philosophy—the one reflected in his Atlanta store—is that good style is about knowing how to tie a tie, dress right for an occasion, and be comfortable in your own skin.

T.I.



Glenn O’Brien



Find us an icon of New York’s punk/new-wave scene who looks as bold today as he did in 1978. Fact is, most are dead, washed-up, or worse—banking. The secret to Glenn O’Brien’s style longevity: He hasn’t strayed from his roots.
The Atlanta-based rapper rejects hip-hop’s merry-go-round of trends in favor of tailored blazers, jeans of distinctly hip-hopian proportions, and one trademark: a hat cocked at an extreme angle. Only problem now? He’s due for prison time. But look for him to pick up where he left off—fashionwise, anyway—the day he gets out.

Jason Schwartzman



Even when he was an awkward kid playing an even more awkward kid in Rushmore, you could tell Jason Schwartzman had style. Behold, a decade or so later he’s an ace at looking cool in a suit.

Ed Ruscha (and son, Eddie)



At the age of 71, Ruscha brings to his style the same attitude and humor that imbues his artwork. Exception: He may have created those iconic “word paintings,” but he says he “never liked T-shirts with sayings on ’em.”

To see GQ's slide show click here.

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Rules of Style and Fashion

Tom Ford's fame came from his turnaround of the Gucci fashion house. Now the creator of the Tom Ford label has some tips for the trendy as seen in the December issue of DETAILS Magazine.


1. I don’t believe in playing around much with suit cuts. I like a fairly classic shape that gives a man strong shoulders, a fitted waist, and long legs. Classic simplicity always works.

2. Someone who is secure enough to be very present when relating to another person is sexy. In other words, a good listener always lands who he wants.

3. When mixing patterns, don’t think about it too much—just throw it together.

4. I hate the trend of short suit jackets. When a man’s butt is showing below the bottom of his jacket, I think it makes him look like a female flight attendant from the back—not my idea of sexy.

5. With jewelry, I actually like bracelets more than anything else, but they have to be small and simple. Cary Grant always wore a simple gold bracelet with his watch, and I think that was very chic.

6. If you’re careful not to overuse Botox, then yes, why shouldn’t you use it? A little bit of it between the brows can make you look less stern and more approachable. Who needs to frown, anyway?

7. Just like girls need to learn to be comfortable in heels before they go out in them for the first time, a man should try wearing a suit throughout a normal day. I do most things in a suit—and sometimes even in a tuxedo—and so I’m really comfortable in one.

8. When it comes to grooming, keep earwax out of the ears and keep stray hairs and flakes of skin in check and you should be good to go. In the morning, I put ice cubes on my eyes and use lots of Visine.

9. Time and silence are the most luxurious things today.

This Day in History: Feb. 13, 1633

Galileo's passion was what lies beyond our grasp. He devoted his life to studying motion and astronomy. So wear you passion on your cuff with CuffLinks.com career and passion related cufflinks.


If math is your forte grab a pair of stylish sterling silver pi cufflinks. This irrational number makes Euclidean geometry make sense. For the math nut Ravi Ratan created these shiny Sterling Silver cufflinks that weigh 16.2 grams (.57 ounces) because 3.141592653 would have added grams that would make it too difficult to punch a calculator while wearing.
Or maybe music is your muse. This simple, yet refined pair, is a great way to express your passion. No matter your genre preference every sound comes from a note. Show your appreciation by adorning a pair on your cuff!

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Spotlight: Robert Graham Cufflinks

Some of NBA's greatest are due to appear in ESPN wearing none other than, notable and trendy designer, Robert Graham. His collection is a mixture of fabrics with contrasting plaids and prints with the upbeat, "with it"customer in mind.



Cant get enough of Robert Graham?

Along with CuffLinks.com, Robert Graham has come together to create a bold and buoyant collection for the same contemporary man in mind. One of a kind cufflinks, his 12 pair collection is perfect for those guys who want to add a big statement from a small addition to their wardrobe.


Each pair created from an authentic swatch from Robert Graham shirt fabric stretched over a sterling silver pillow. With a close attention to detail, a vibrant red paisley flip backing serves its purpose and adds a covert touch of style.

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