It shouldn’t come as a surprise to hear that the economic outlook for the upcoming year isn’t a good one. Many financial analysts predict a slowdown and possibly even another recession. The harsh reality is that most families have to cut back on spending, so that they don’t overextend themselves. Luxury items, such as men’s clothing and accessories, won’t be as important. But that’s exactly the reason why we make our cufflinks affordable for everyone. Though we are a high-end cufflink and men’s accessory store, we understand that times are tough financially. That’s why we carry a variety of quality cufflinks for just $25 and under.

Even though the financial global market is relatively unstable right now, life still goes on. This means that you still have to get up in the morning and go to work. This also means that you still need certain items, such as suits, ties and even cufflinks. With our $25 and under cufflink selection, we make it affordable for you to look your best and save money at the same time. Take these stunning Blue Double Square Cufflinks, for example. Even though they look as though they might cost $100, you can get them from us for only $25. We have a wide selection of affordable cufflinks like these to choose from, so you’ll be able to dress well without compromising your wallet. When you look good, you often feel good — and in these uncertain financial times the more you feel good, the better.

We are living in a tumultuous time when caring for the earth isn’t just a fun thing to do anymore. It has become a responsible thing to do, because we are at risk of ruining our beautiful planet. Thanks to climate change, pollution, famine and an increase in natural disasters, we are being forced to change our old destructive habits so that we can live in harmony with the earth instead. There are many ways to change your habits, such as recycling, walking or riding a bicycle more, and driving eco-friendly cars. You can even make a positive impact by wearing eco-friendly cufflinks! AYMARA is an eco-friendly cufflink designer that only uses materials found in nature to make their designs.

All AYMARA Cufflinks are made by hand using precious elements from the natural world. With a strong commitment to the environment and eco-friendly practices, AYMARA uses sterling silver from a Peruvian market and butterfly wings from butterflies that pass on naturally after living in a protected Amazonian garden. The butterfly wings are used to create inspiring cufflinks, such as these AYMARA Square Blue Dawn Cufflinks. In addition to helping preserve the environment, whenever you purchase a pair of AYMARA cufflinks a percentage of the sale goes to support the butterfly garden and its animal orphanage. Cufflinksman.com is also doing its parting, donating a sizable percentage of ALL SALES to the butterfly garden and the animal orphanage. Will you do your part today?

Around this time, you may be bombarded with Christmas music. At first they are wonderful melodies– they bring out the good cheer in everyone, make you want to sway around the tree while you wrap your little presents, and all that good stuff. But after a while, the songs become unbearable and you consider moving to China, where they’ve never heard of Santa Claus (….actually they probably have). The point is, no matter where you go, you can’t get a way from it. But for now, that’s okay.

Wouldn’t these …look great with Mariah Carey’s outfit here? Nothing like a blazing red designer accessory to transform your dated suit jacket:

Ice Cube Red Cufflinks, by Tateossian

America has produced some of the all-time best Christmas songs. And not just “Jingle Bells” and “Dashing Through The Snow,” but really memorable songs that you look forward to listening to once a year. Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas is You” is one of them, among others, but especially Nat King Cole’s “The Christmas Song.”

Hey, a classic is a classic. Mr. King Cole has that “classic” title and so do these classy designer cufflinks, made by Tateossian. Plus they would make a great Christmas present for dad this season:

Tateossian Round Cushion Blue Cufflinks

And one more CLASSIC for you. (Don’t laugh) Here it comes….you ready? Okay, for all you 90′s lovers out there, there is one song, or one album I should say, that shook us to the core. Okay, not really, but most people at least know the lyrics to these “new” Christmas songs from…drum roll…NSYNC.

Cheesy video, yes. But don’t act like you don’t remember NYSYNC. We know you are bouncing your head to this song like you are 13 again. Or 25 maybe? Either way, songs like this make you remember you “inner boy” and so do these Cyberman Cufflinks, which would make great stocking stuffers:

Cyberman Robot Cufflinks

Christmas Songs make you feel like you are a kid again in many ways. And well, we have an entire collection of cufflinks devoted to your inner child:

Mr. Tickle Cufflinks

So go play in the snow today! Have a snow ball fightl! Or if you live somewhere exotic, um… hug a palm tree?

When one goes to Europe, one takes an instant notice of the architectural grandeur, the intricate designs and details, and the awe-inspiring buildings that are hundreds of years old. In America, our architecture is lacking those ancient intricities and the eye for detail. Our buildings seem to be made for one purpose only: functionality.

One can look the same way at cufflinks. Yes, they are used to enclose the gaps on shirt sleeves and be used in place of a button, but they also represent something aesthetically supreme (like European Architecture). They are not simply worn for functionality, but are used to represent individualism, eccentricities, and character. It always comes down to the details. These Enamel Tracery Cufflinks are reminiscent of the same architectural details we love:

Enamel Tracery Cufflinks, by LOMA

Designed by LOMA, they evoke the detail oriented style that completely brings together an outfit.

Calvin Klein Fall 2010

Walking down the street, people notice the tiny accessories that make up an outfit. Cufflinks are that eye-catching and architectural “wow factor” to an outfit. Designer Italo Zucchelli’s new designs for Calvin Klein exhibited exactly that: crisp, sharp, and detail oriented clothes. Calvin Klein’s new fall 2010 line is representative of the masculine man looking sharply forward in a lusterless world; And similarly, these Orange Enamel Tracery Cufflinks are breaking the lackluster mold:

Orange Enamel Tracery Cufflinks

And to add even more color and texture to your palate, these Black and Red Quilted Cufflinks are yet another great choice for that fashion forward attitude and architectural vibe:

Red and Black Quilted Cufflinks

A classic suit should simultaneously borrow the sophistication of the late Victorian period, the glamour of the Parisian 30’s, and the meticulous style of the 60’s.

But there’s always room for a new twist on a classic look.

The Hermes collection for fall 2010  hinted at an urban countryside look, with relaxed fit suits. Here’s a more urban version below, but click on the Hermes link to view the entire collection.

For 2010 it’s all about the texture. Who says you have to weigh yourself down under heavy clothes? For fall 2010, lightweight, textured suits made of breath-able cotton, flannel, and linen are sprouting up everywhere. We especially like the countryside look with an urban flair that is apparent in the tailored silhouettes, which make use of light browns, beige, and soft black.

Granite Cabochon Cufflinks

To make the MOST of this “country boy meets big city” style, pair these textured suits with a natural accessory, like these Granite Cabochon Cufflinks designed by Ike Behar. These designer cufflinks evoke the soft hues of vanilla and caramel, while still maintaining the hot runway themes of nature, stone, and texture. The Granite Cabochon Cufflinks add a touch of elegance and flair to this laid back look.

Blue Floral Cufflinks

Going along the lines of texture, these Blue Floral Banner Cufflinks designed by Robert Graham are a perfect addition to that textured suit. Featuring an authentic shirt fabric that will spice up any tweed, light brown,  khaki, or gray material. We love absolutely them.

And what are these “new” fabrics? Well let’s just say they are a modern re-vamping of classic fabrics: Harris Tweed, Pinstripe, Plaid, and Herringbone.

Need ideas for a laid back suit? GQ featured a classic cotton Khaki suit by Michael Bastian that would look great with the Blue Floral Banner Cufflinks. Click on the Michael Bastian link to view the entire collection and our favorite look, the Khaki suit.

Persian Rug Cufflinks

All of these textured looks of the season will look great paired with the Blue Floral Banner cufflinks, the Granite Cabochon cufflinks, the Persian Rug cufflinks, or these Banded African Jade cufflinks.

Blue is a word derived from the old French word “bleu” which is often used to refer to any shade level between navy blue which is the darkest type of blue and cyan which is the brighter type of blue.

The color blue is used to convey peace, calm, strength of character and reason. People who wear blue are said to be dependable individuals who are trustworthy and committed in everything they do. The use of blue cufflinks is perfect for those who are the voice of reason and handle very stressful situations. When it comes to business this is an excellent color to wear as it can transmit serenity to those who see it. This color is also said to aid intuition, calm and sedate.

Blue and its many shades is quite neutral when it comes to gender, in other words men and women can wear this color according to the shade used.

Interesting facts about the color blue:

• Indigo, a deeper tone of blue symbolizes wisdom, spiritual realization and self-mastery.
• In Greek superstition the color blue is said to ward of the “evil eye” which is sometimes cast unintentionally by those who envy prosperous people, the effects are said to turn any kind of good fortune around. This belief has been passed down from generations and among different cultures which is why wearing something blue is said to protect from envious people.
• In oriental beliefs, blue is said to be the color of the throat Chakra, wearing blue can open the throat Chakra improving clariaudience. Chakras are believed to be our “invisible organs” a way to think about them is by thinking of the many sounds which we don’t hear because our hearing abilities are limited, the many sounds are there but we just can’t perceive them, the same applies to our eyes and the many light wavelengths. Wearing a certain color will open the specific Chakra that color is related to, there are seven Chakras in total.
• In American history, blue was used to represent the northern union during the civil war.
• Studies show that people are more productive in blue rooms.

Great Examples of Blue Cufflinks are:

Rectangular Blue Enamel Cuff Links: These are perfect for business people and professionals who want to transmit assertive energy, balance and strength.

Azure Blue Window Cufflinks: Perfect cufflinks for those who want to keep a simple but elegant look.

Retro 1970 Inspired Enamel Cuff Links: If you like the retro-look these are the cufflinks to go for, they have two tones of blue which makes it look classy.

High Fashion Blue Rhodium Cuff Links: These are the perfect cufflinks to make a fashion statement, they have two tones of blue and perfect silver polish.