Jewellery for Men – Yes or No?

Jewellery for men has been around for centuries, but has had a massive resurgence with the ‘Bling’ craze that has sweeped our nation. Rings, pendants, bracelets and even medallions are considered fashionable for men. In fact, the bling craze was triggered by the Hip Hop Stars such as Puff Daddy who felt the glitzier and bigger the better. Whilst most men wouldn’t want a diamond encusted dollar sign hanging around their neck, many still enjoy wearing jewellery.

My personal preference for wearing jewellery is to keep it to a bare minimum, which means just a watch. I prefer the clean and simple look, and jewellery is an unnecessary complication that doesn’t enhance my sense of style. Whilst jewellery may not work for me, there are many men who can pull it off. It’s all about attitude and a flamboyant sense of fashion. A leather platted wrist band would look great with Boho chic, whilst a solid silver pendant may work for the showbiz man. In my opinion though, most men prefer to dress quite classically, and jewellery doesn’t really work. If you get it wrong it can make you look like a desperate wannabee, which is a risk not worth taking.

If you are trying out a piece of jewellery, make sure you go to one of the fashionable designer such as Thomas Sabo, or Tateossian. Of course, cufflinks are a different matter altogether, and for me anything goes.