Cufflinks as a Gift for Men
Buying guide
Cufflinks are a lasting gift for a man who wears formal shirts, as long as his shirts have double (French) cuffs or cuffs with a buttonhole on both sides. Match the metal to his watch or ring, and pick a stone he will notice. Our Hive Men Cufflinks set hexagonal natural malachite (4.4 ct in total) in 925 sterling silver for AED 4,000 (November 2026).
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 13 November 2026
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Before you buy: check his shirts
| Shirt cuff | Works with cufflinks? | How to tell |
|---|---|---|
| Double (French) cuff | Yes | The cuff folds back on itself, with buttonholes and no buttons |
| Convertible cuff | Yes | Has a button, plus a buttonhole on both sides |
| Standard button cuff | No | A sewn button on one side only |
If he only owns button cuffs, a necklace or a ring may suit him better; see our gift planning guide.
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How to choose
- Metal. Match his watch or ring. Silver sits well with a steel watch and a white shirt.
- Stone. A coloured stone such as malachite shows at the cuff without being loud. Our malachite guide explains the stone.
- Occasion. Weddings, Eid, graduations, a new job and formal dinners are when men reach for cufflinks. More Eid ideas are in our Eid and Ramadan gift guide.
- A matching pair. For a couple, pair the cufflinks with a Hive Malachite Bracelet for her (AED 3,200, November 2026): the same malachite hexagon in 18K gold. The shape's story is in our honeycomb design guide.
Caring for silver and malachite
- Put them on last. Fasten cufflinks after cologne has dried; perfume and chemicals dull malachite.
- Keep them dry. Malachite is a soft stone, so wipe it with a soft, dry cloth, never soak it.
- Store them apart. A small pouch per pair stops silver tarnishing and stones scratching. Our storage and travel guide has more.
What to buyHive Men Cufflinks, AED 4,000Frequently asked questions
What shirt do you need for cufflinks?
A double (French) cuff or a convertible cuff with a buttonhole on both sides. Standard button cuffs do not take cufflinks.
Are cufflinks a good gift for men?
Yes, for a man who wears formal shirts. They last for years and suit weddings, Eid and work.
What are the Hive Men Cufflinks made of?
Hexagonal natural malachite, 4.4 ct in total, set in 925 sterling silver.
How much are the Hive Men Cufflinks?
AED 4,000 (November 2026).
How do I care for malachite cufflinks?
Keep them away from water and cologne, wipe with a soft dry cloth, and store each pair in its own pouch.
Not sure which one?
Send our team a photo or a question on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
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Planning a Jewellery Gift: Size, Spelling and Timing
Malachite Stone: Meaning, Properties and Care in Gold Jewellery
Eid and Ramadan Jewellery Gifts
About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Most pieces are made in 18K gold.