RINGS:
David Yurman has always been a brand that has excelled at creating quality jewelry for men that is handsomely beautiful and here are a selection of their rings that exemplify just that.
DAVID YURMANClockwise, from top left: Armory Dome Ring ($550); Curb Chain Ring, wide ($400); Maritime Band Ring, 10mm ($850); Naturals Sea Urchin band ring ($575).
Available at DavidYurman.com
I’m always perplexed whenever someone asks if men should wear jewelry. A nice watch, necklace or ring is not only a nice complement to a tailored suit, but another way to express your individualism and stand out in the sea of shirts and ties. In this edition of Suit Your Life I’ll be giving you jewelry options that will suit both your professional and personal life. Remember, jewelry is an accessory that should reflect who you are not glaringly reflect what you have in your bank account. —Gardy V. Guerriermore
WATCHES:
My father always told me to never buy cheap shoes or a cheap watch because both would cost me more in the end—bad shoes would hurt my feet and a cheap watch would keep bad time and make me late for something important. A quality timepiece will not only keep you on schedule for those important moments, but it will also be a showpiece that you’ll one day be able pass on to your kids and they onto theirs. The next few slides feature some great timepieces that live up to their price tag.
BREITLING CHRONOSPACE
Whether you have a pilot's license or not this stylish new Chronospace from Breitling will surely give you the feeling of having the world at your fingertips.
Price: $5,260
Available at Breitling.commore
HAMILTON THIN-O-MATIC
The Hamilton Thin-O-Matic is a 2011 reissue of their classic 1960’s style gold dress watch with some minor changes for functionality such as curved dials, a second hand, and a snap-back closure.
Price: $795
Available at HamiltonWatch.commore
LUMINOR PANERAI POWER RESERVE
With its large face, glow-in-the-dark dial, and patented crown guard, this is a watch that stands on its own whether with a suit or cashmere sweater.
Price: $8,300
Available at Panerai.commore
BURBERRY CHOCOLATE BROWN WATCH WITH SMOKE CHECK STRAP
Step off the beaten path of the standard platinum, silver, or gold watch with this chocolate brown Burberry watch that will surely compliment any hue of the wrist.
Price: $475
Available at Burberry.commore
TAG HEUR "CARRERA" 43mm WATCH
Dare on the dark side with this brown wrist watch by Tag Heur.
Price: $4,400
Available at TagHeuer.commore
BRACELETS:
Bracelets are a great first step into expanding your jewelry options past the simple watch and wedding band. If you choose to wear a bracelet, it should reflect your personality—whether it be a piece of string you receive at a temple in Asia or a custom platinum piece you have made by a famed jeweler.
BOTTEGA VENETA INTRECCIATO ANTIQUE SILVER BRACELET
A simple silver cuff you can adjust, this bracelet is versatile enough to wear with any suit or casual wear.
Price: $620
Available at BottegaVeneta.commore
GILES & BROTHER BRASS RAILROAD SPIKE CUFF
This cuff can be custom stamped with inscriptions of your choosing.
Price: $88
Available at GilesAndBrother.commore
BURKMAN BROS. WOVEN BEACH BRACELETS
Each order comes with a mixed lot of three woven bracelets, so consumers get a surprise pairing unique to them.
Price: $30
Available at Shop.BurkmanBros.commore
HONESTY BRACELETS
This Atlanta based brand, designed and owned by partners Chantel Watkins and Nicole Jones, offers a wide range of the currently popular bead bracelet design seen on the wrists of many fashion insiders and celebrities.
Price: $67-560
Available at HonestyJewelry.commore
MIANSAI BY MICHAEL SAIGER
The Miansai line offers a variety of very masculine bracelets with a bit of color and quirk, like 1. the Hooked bracelet ($55); 2. the Half Rope Cuff ($155); 3. the Leather and Silver Hooked bracelet ($60) and 4. the Silver Taff Bracelet ($465).
All available at www.miansai.commore
RINGS:
David Yurman has always been a brand that has excelled at creating quality jewelry for men that is handsomely beautiful and here are a selection of their rings that exemplify just that.
DAVID YURMANClockwise, from top left: Armory Dome Ring ($550); Curb Chain Ring, wide ($400); Maritime Band Ring, 10mm ($850); Naturals Sea Urchin band ring ($575).
Available at DavidYurman.commore
URBAN OUTFITTERS METAL & LEATHER RING
Like a great pair of jeans, this ring will only get better with time as you wear it and the metal and leather further distresses to give it even more character.
Price: $12
Available at UrbanOutfitters.commore
RIVER ISLAND TRIM RING
This metal ring by River Island features a wide band with contrast trim, perforated detailing, and a smooth, metal finish.
Price: $12
Available at US.Asos.commore
NECKLACES:
I only have two rules when it comes to necklaces on men: never wear anything that can be perceived as a choker or a box of crayons covered with diamonds—the end.
URBAN OUTFITTERS LOVE/HATE NECKLACE
A necklace that truly speaks for itself.
Price: $18
Available at UrbanOutfitters.commore
DAVID YURMAN SPECIAL PETRVS AMULET NECKLACE
This sterling silver amulet necklace comes with three signature David Yurman amulets, the scarab-engraved black onyx pendant, textured tag pendant, and claw pendant on a 22"L box chain. (Amulets also available separately.)
Price: $1,375
Available at DavidYurman.commore
GILES & BROTHER HORSESHOE LARIAT NECKLACE
If you’re the superstitious type, this horseshoe may be just the lucky charm you need to make it to the top.
Price: $250
Available at GilesAndBrother.commore
FALLING WHISTLES
Sometimes the reason for wearing a piece isn’t just about looking good, it’s about doing good as well. The falling whistles necklaces were started to bring attention to the war in the Congo and all those lost in it. Check out their site below for more details.
Price: $34-104
Available at FallingWhistles.commore