Would You Wear… Matching Cuffs?
Photo Credits: 1, 2: Pacific Coast News, 3: Morven S. on Lookbook
Maybe it’s because Gladiator has been on rerun lately, or because Sarah Jessica Parker donned them at the Met Gala last month, but whatever the reason, it’s offical: matching cuffs are a hot trend.
Doubling up on your cuffs is certainly one way to step up your ensemble. Over-exaggerated, matching cuffs make a bold, fashion-forward statement, as the looks above demonstrate.
Our question is, would you wear this trend? I’m simply unsure on this one. To be fair, I love Brooklyn Decker’s look – a simple, chic gown with statement cuffs is one thing. But personally, I don’t like these cuffs for everyday wear. I love Roman history more than most, but they’re a bit too Augustus Caesar-esque for me.
What are your thoughts on matching cuffs?
Would you rock them, or are they too costume-y? How would you wear them? Which look above is your favorite? Do you prefer them formal or dressed-down? Leave a comment below and let’s chat about it.
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Posted on on June 19, 2012 / Filed Under: Would You Wear? / Tags: Bracelets, Brooklyn Decker, Jewelry, Sarah Jessica Parker, Street Style, Summer 2012, Trends
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Natasha Fatah
Yes! I love this look – totally polished!
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Natasha
Tarynn
Love the look.
Annie
LOVE the look! I couldn’t do it too often though, I’m one of those people who feels naked without a watch.
Kate Raquel
Very sophisticated; I would most definitely rock the look !
Beth
I never even thought about doing that! Looks like it’s time to go shopping!
Erica
Reminds me of Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Katie
I’ve been looking for a great cuff so I could get two for this look. I certainly would! :)
christianne
Wonderwoman! Nope.
Mady
I couldn’t do it. In many areas and throughout history, cuffs on your wrists/ankles is a sign of slave status. In a world where women are constantly struggling for equality, this is one fashion statement I can’t see myself partaking in.
miah
Wonder Woman look? I’m down.
Denny
It depends on what they are styled with and on their style too. Because for example I love look 3, like look 1 and I don’t really fancy look 2 :)
Esther
I’m not a fan of cuffs in general, so I’m not too into this. they look like a stereotypical Cleopatra halloween costume to me.
Maddie
Love love love loveeeeee! Looking for a simple pair like look 1 or 3 now. I feel naked without something on my left wrist, so why not add something to the other wrist?
Phidias
I’m a history student, hence, this is TOTALLY SOMETHING I’M INTO!!! I love historical and ancient inspired jewelry. It makes me feel like I live in a time machine.
@ Maddy: But cuff jewelry can also be a symbol of power. In ancient India, and in many other cultures,wealthier people and royalty loved their cuff jewelry, so I think it’s a bit harsh say that this trend mainly evokes slavery. It can evoke wealth and power too. I agree that it can evoke slavery, but I think if women wear cuff jewelry with the idea that it empowers them, that would be a more positive way of looking at this trend.
Dederank
I never even thought about doing that! Looks like it’s time to going to shopping!
Kristin
I kinda love it! Time to go get some cheap cuffs!
Nicole
A bit too “Wonderwoman-esque” for me, but it’s not exactly the most hideous thing on the planet!
hoyt
LOVE them!