Best Man Cufflinks: 10 Checks Before Buying

The best pair for a best man depends on his shirt, the wedding plans and what he will enjoy wearing afterwards. These ten checks help you choose a meaningful gift without inventing a universal ranking.

1. Confirm the shirt

Check that his wedding shirt accepts cufflinks. A matching suit is not enough to establish cuff compatibility.

2. Check the wedding plan

Ask whether the couple has chosen a common finish or design for the wedding party before buying a separate pair.

3. Consider his usual style

Think about accessories he already wears. Choose a personal motif only when it suits him, rather than relying on the role of best man.

4. Decide on future use

A restrained pair may work for other formal occasions. A wedding-specific message can be a keepsake even if worn less often.

5. Read the dimensions

Use the stated measurements to judge scale. Close-up photographs can make a small design appear much larger than it will on a cuff.

6. Inspect the fastening

Check how the pair closes and whether the wearer will be comfortable handling it. Look for a rear-view photograph where available.

7. Verify the material description

Use the written specification. A gold-coloured finish and solid gold are different claims, and a photograph cannot establish either.

8. Proof any engraving

Confirm names, initials and dates. Check the chosen product’s engraving options before deciding on wording for each cufflink.

9. Allow time for checking

Use the current dispatch and delivery information to plan the order. Check the pair when it arrives rather than first opening it on the wedding morning.

10. Explain the thank-you

Include a card that says what his support has meant. That message can make the gift personal even when the cufflinks are not engraved.

Continue reading: How to Wear Cufflinks.