So, you may be thinking that vintage cufflinks are the perfect gift for your spouse, life partner, or significant other. And, you might be right about that. On the other hand, it’s just possible that your love of vintage cufflinks doesn’t extend to your mate. And, even if you’re absolutely positive that your other half would love a pair of fine vintage links, there are things you should consider before making a purchase. Let’s take a look at several important matters that will help you decide when and how to buy cufflinks for your man.

First, think about how often you and your special guy head out for a night on the town. Is it once a month or once every decade? It may be that you can count the number of times you’ve been out to a formal function with your partner on one hand. If you’ve been with your spouse or boyfriend for a long time and you rarely get dressed up and attend formal events then vintage cufflinks may not be the best gift choice. A woman can wear vintage earrings, bracelets, and other vintage pieces with just about anything. However, these days men rarely wear cufflinks except on formal occasions. So, if you and your man hardly ever get dressed up then chances are your money would be better spent on something other than vintage cufflinks. Perhaps a vintage necklace to go with your new dress?

Second, even if you and your partner attend a lot of formal functions, you have to consider your man’s style preferences. Some men really have a sophisticated style of dress. Such men pay attention to detail and enjoy adding fine touches to their wardrobe. Other men prefer to keep things a little more simple. Such men may have a style that is a bit more rugged and they may not enjoy having to fumble around with vintage cufflinks when getting dressed to go out. One easy way to determine this is to look in your guy’s closet. Does he actually own a shirt that is made to be worn with cufflinks? If not, you might wish to have a quick chat with him about whether he has a desire to add cufflinks and the necessary shirts to his wardrobe.

Third, let’s say you’ve determined that your man would really enjoy some vintage cufflinks and that he has a use for them. How do you choose which type of cufflinks to buy for him? This is the hard part because there are so many choices available in the vintage market. If your partner is into more ornamental cufflinks then you will likely find something that meets his taste by looking for cufflinks made around the turn of the century in the early 1900’s. These vintage pieces will generally be more intricate in design but also costlier than those made a few years later in the 1920’s. If your man prefers a sleeker more masculine design then look for links made around the 1920’s. These vintage cufflinks have the advantage of being less expensive than those from the turn of the century. Another option is to choose items made a little later in the 1930’s or so. These are from the Art Deco period and generally have geometric shapes and strong lines. Unfortunately, they tend to be pricier than those made in the 1920’s.

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