The cuff bracelet has been a style choice for many many years, dating back to the ancient times of the Egyptians and Romans. Cuffs have transcended trends and cultures with their timeless elegance. Whether you're a seasoned jewelry lover or a newcomer to the world of accessories, understanding the allure and swag behind a cuff bracelet is essential. We're about to take a trip through history with cuff bracelets and show you how to style your new cuff bracelets with complete confidence.
What is a Cuff Bracelet?
This style of bracelet is a type of jewelry that is characterized by its open design. It’s typically wide and boldly encircles the wrist. Unlike its traditional counterparts that have clasps or closures to secure the jewelry to the wrist, cuffs slip onto the wearer's wrist and normally can be adjusted to your comfort level. Now that you know what we are talking about, let's get into the history before diving into the style tips.
The History of Cuff Bracelets:
The cuff bracelet has a rich and storied history, going all the way back to ancient times in Egypt, Greece, and Rome. In Egypt cuffs were worn as symbols of status and wealth, sometimes adorned with intricate engravings and gorgeous gemstones. Throughout history, cuffs have been worn by both men and women across cultures, evolving in design and popularity over time. Today, we are seeing a resurgence in the popularity of the cuff bracelet re-designed for modern women. As designs may differ, the symbol of the cuff remains the same, a bold statement piece signifying power and strength. We have seen this throughout history from the ancient Egyptians, to style icon Coco Chanel, to Wonder Woman, and now on the modern day women. Captivating with their timeless appeal, cuff bracelets are back more than ever, so lets get you up to speed on all the things.
Where Do You Wear a Cuff Bracelet?
This style is versatile which is a large part in why they are so popular. You can wear cuffs with so many different outfits. They add a touch of sophistication to both casual and formal looks. Whether you're off to an RSVP event like a wedding or gala, or enjoying your day grabbing coffee and going shopping with friends. A cuff effortlessly elevates any look, and the best part is that they are powerful on their own so you do not have to mess with stacking if you don't want to!
Adina Eden's Cuff Bracelets:
In Adina Eden’s sleek and modern designs a woman chooses sparkle and glimmer, ultimately allowing her to shine bright in the jewelry and rise up to any occasion exuding absolute confidence in whatever comes her way. This is exactly what you’ll do in Adina Eden’s recent new drop full of cuffs with designs made for each and everyone. The designs vary from smooth to textured or indented accents, even squiggly lines and others with floral arrangements in the metal. These bold styles make the perfect statement piece worn alone, but also pair superbly with our collection of link or charm bracelets. We love to wear a cuff on one wrist while the other wrist has a watch stacked with an array of different chain and tennis bracelets completing your style with a uniquely confident touch. Check out the collection full of trendsetting styles!
Can You Adjust Cuff Bracelets?
Due to their open nature, many cuff bracelets are adjustable, allowing you to fully customize the fit according to your wrist size. This malleability ensures that your bracelet sits comfortably on your wrist without feeling too tight or loose. Now, some may be more adjustable than others, it just depends on the make and thickness of the metal, just remember to be careful especially if the cuff has a thin thickness.
How Should a Cuff Bracelet Fit?
Ideally, cuffs should fit snugly on your wrist without being too tight or too loose. It should slide onto your wrist with minimal resistance and stay in place without slipping off. A well made cuff feels comfortable and secure, enhancing your style without causing discomfort, and effortlessly exudes confidence in the wearer.
How to Measure Your Wrist for a Cuff Bracelet Fit?
Have you ever seen a cuff bracelet online and wonder if it will be the right fit for your wrist size? Well, we're here to tell you an easy at home method of finding your perfect wrist size. All you need is a piece of paper, some scissors, a pen and a ruler or measuring tape. Simply cut the paper into a thin piece long ways, and wrap it around your wrist, creating a mark where both ends meet. Then grab your measuring tape or ruler and see the size of your wrist! Keep in mind the flexibility of the cuff bracelet as well, that will only help add to achieving the perfect fitting cuff.
How to Style a Cuff Bracelet?
Like we mentioned before, cuff bracelets are incredibly versatile and can be styled in countless ways to suit your personal taste and style. If you are going for a chic and minimalist look, wear a single cuff bracelet that’ll serve as a statement piece so you won't have to do all the talking. On the flip side, layer multiple cuffs or bracelets with your cuff of varying widths and styles for a bold and encapsulating style. When layering, play around with size, metals, and textures to achieve unique combinations that reflect you as a person. If you want more tips and tricks on layering check out our guide here, where you can use the same principles we mention for necklace layering and use them when stacking bracelets.
Ultimately, cuff bracelets are more than just accessories, they are expressions of style, personality, and history. Whether you prefer sleek and modern designs or vintage inspired pieces, there’s a cuff bracelet to complement every taste and occasion. Now that you understand the history, meaning, styling techniques and options cuff bracelets have to offer, you can confidently incorporate these iconic accessories into your style. They’ll add the touch of sophistication and glamor you’ve been searching for in your everyday shine.
