When and How to Wear French Cuff Dress Shirts

Just like any thing worth its salt, truly approved things never go out of style. The french cuff dress shirt is one of these items that seem to have a staying power far beyond just a fashion trend.

Worn for over a hundred years, the french cuffs were a primary way to dress up allowing males to don ornate jewelry type cuff links (Think the founding fathers and old time royalty, with the complicated woven coats and frilly shirts). As fashions trend to a simpler look french cuffs became an understated way for men to show a diminutive flair.

It is one of those things in men's fashion that can transcend the generation gap. Its a first-rate and elegant look when worn by your grandfather, but put it on with a slimmer fit and some vintage cuff links and it becomes the look of many of the younger hipsters. Using a french cuff dress shirt is all about the occasion.

Always remember that is just an accessory and part of the outfit, it should not be the focus.

A french cuff dress shirt for a company meeting:
Think the first-rate power suit look. Gordon Gecko. Thomas Crown. The look tarts with finely cut off the rack or custom suits Trim but not slim, it should be dark in the Navy or Gray house but not black. For the shirt Stick with solid colors whether french blue, or a strong crisp white, in a level finish. Wear a primary square french cuff, with very understated cuff links in sterling silver or rose gold, you want the links to compliment you not speak for you. Make sure that what ever metal you select that your belt buckle and watch matches it as well.

A french cuff dress shirt for a formal affair:
For a Tux the shirt should be near flawless. Look for a fit that is trim and tucks in well, preferably with a wing collar and most importantly tie your own bow tie. Look for  a french cuff with the primary square shape but a forward positioned link hole. This allows the link to show past the jacket sleeve when you raise your toast. The links should be an heirloom link, made out of a costly metal, elegant, vintage if you have it.

A french cuff shirt for a night out:
Many population are under the false impression that a french cuff shirt is only for dressing up. This is just so not true. A great look is the unbuttoned french cuff, made beloved by Brad Pitts Rusty Ryan character in the "Oceans" series. To get this look, have your tailor shorten your sleeves by about 1.25". This allows you to wear the cuffs unfolded with no links and still have the right whole peeking past your jacket sleeves. Wear it with a light colored suit or a light weight sport coat with no tie. The look is about letting loose, but with the right tailoring so it doesn't look sloppy.

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