Designer cufflinks are indeed making their mark among the fashionably hip. The best thing about these accessories is that (if chosen correctly) can reflect both the taste of the person and his or her penchant for details. Although often hidden under the folds of shirt and coat sleeves, designer cufflinks can still make a fashionable statement on their own. So if you are trying to get your hands on a great pair, here are some tips on how to choose the designer cufflinks that are bound to make the mark.

1. Go for both form and functionality. Who said that cufflinks are nothing more than decorative pieces? Not so, says most cufflink designer these days. You can have both great looking links that serves another function as well. If you are in the corporate world, custom made designer cufflinks are certainly the way to go. You can have your company logo or mantra specially engraved or enameled on your links. Regional cufflinks or links advertising a certain locale advertises your quirkiness and your love for a certain destination spot. However, watch cufflinks still rank the highest when it comes to form and functionality.

2. Go for handmade designs. Nothing says unique more than a pair of links with a design that is one-of-a-kind. Many cufflink designers now are catering to people who want their own style carved, molded, embossed or painted on their fashion accessories.

3. Go for interesting rather than eye-popping. So maybe your large, blue enamel cufflinks with flashy diamond stars is unique, but this is not really considered tasteful. After all, the sight along is enough to take attention away from the person and focus it on the cufflinks alone. Try something more subtle and make sure it matches the rest of your suit.

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