Cufflinks — Definition & Meaning | Men's Fashion Glossary

Cufflinks

Decorative fasteners used to secure French cuffs on dress shirts. Available in metals, enamel, and precious stones, they add a refined finishing touch to formal and business outfits.

Category: Accessories.

In men's style, "cufflinks" belongs to the Accessories family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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