For the Guys

Men’s jewelry is purchased in the greatest quantity for anniversaries. Second in line are birthdays and the third is around the December holidays. Whether shopping for gifts, or for themselves, men comprise a significant percentage of all jewelry sales. But, the sale of men's jewelry has changed over the years and an increase has been noticed in the last five years, to a point where an average of 30% of all jewelry sales are of men's jewelry versus women's.

In the past, that percentage was more like 3 percent. Many men are returning to French cuff shirts, so cufflinks are back in style. Sports figures and actors are wearing and advertising jewelry and are being seen consistently in contemporary style magazines. The male professional is fashion-conscious and jewelry is part of that package.

Men’s jewelry designs are displaying a more avant garde look that includes the use of both more and unusual gemstones and materials. Rubber, titanium, stainless, and leather have become design material staples. The price point for men buying jewelry for themselves has also taken an upturn, with gentlemen spending significant amounts of money to ensure that the jewelry they are wearing is fashionable and current.

The three must have pieces for a gentleman are a wedding band ( if married, worn by about 95%), a nice-looking watch, and a pair of cufflinks. Watches have become a staple of both men’s and women’s jewelry wardrobes. For men, one watch may not be sufficient to serve all his needs. Ideally, he should have a sport watch; a gold dress watch, and a steel (or other high-style material) and gold design watch. The same goes for cufflinks. To work with all facets of his life, ideally a man should have a pair in gold (perhaps with initials), a classic gold knot design, and a silver or gold pair with black onyx.

Kingston Fine Jewelry has a large selection of men’s jewelry and, of course, jewelry he can by for the women in his life.

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