Mechanical Cufflinks – The Quintessential Tateossian Design
The world is always ticking forward. Forever pushing towards the newest, shiniest, boldest trend. In many industries, the motto of ‘innovate or perish’ is a real threat. Those brands that cannot bring something new, something exciting, to their audience are thrown out. Forgotten. The more we as a brand look forward, the more we appreciate the classic pieces that have stood the test of time. At Tateossian, innovation is not to be feared but rather provides a platform and the drive to find the next great idea. The classics can be improved on and, with some whimsy and a new eye, transformed into something completely new.
Take the humble workings of a watch. Watch-making is a profession just as in demand and important today as it was centuries ago. It’s the finesse, the fine touch, that is needed to create a piece that surpasses the sole purpose of functionality and makes it a work of art. Even with every industry becoming more automated and efficient, there will always be a need for the watch-makers in society. Those who look beyond the want to produce high quantities, to be faster and better. Those who would rather keep true to the fundamentals of creating something spectacular. Those who desire to make art. There is no piece in the Tateossian collection that embodies this sentiment more than our mechanical cufflinks.
This range captures man’s pursuit for transformation and embodies the engineering of style in its most literal sense. Inspired by the moving mechanics of the world, the mechanical cufflinks put a new spin on men’s luxury jewellery, quite literally in fact. It is not unusual to see moving parts, spinning pieces and dissected machinery in this unusual collection. The only thing you can expect from the Tateossian mechanical cufflink is the unexpected.
The Mechanical Cufflink
If you appreciate smart sophistication, a standard pair of silver cufflinks will last you a lifetime. If you have a taste for luxurious pieces that will catch the eye in any light, diamond cufflinks will serve you well. But you want to stand out; if you want your style to be remembered and be more than just ‘put together,' you’ll need a pair of the Tateossian mechanical cufflinks. It comes down to what the brand, and ultimately you, value. Not only in your style but the story you want to tell the world when you step out.
Tateossian’s heritage is owed to cufflinks. There was a need for timeless men’s luxury jewellery — specifically cufflinks — that were different from those already on the market. Men wanted to break out of the trends and the constant noise of the fashion world. These cufflinks provided them with an alternative. They subverted the trends in favour of staying true to men’s classic style while still adding that Tateossian twist to every pair produced. This range blends together sophistication with structure, elegance with engineering and form with functionality.
The Timeless Piece
Arguably, the star of the mechanical cufflinks range is the skeleton gear cufflinks. These are best-sellers for a reason, they personify the thought and passion that the Tateossian mechanical cufflinks are known for. These cufflinks are not contentious nor controversial but there’s something about them that draws fascination. There’s an intrigue in the design. Perhaps it’s the simple combination of complicated parts contained in the small surface of a cufflink. Or maybe it’s the inside look into parts that are normally hidden away, the parts that really run the show. Either way, these are more than just conversation-starters— they are works of art.
Keep a Watchful Eye
A watch may be a man’s constant companion and first choice when investing in luxury jewellery. But, as Tateossian often asks, what happens if two of the most iconic men’s pieces were combined? The skeleton gear cufflinks pay homage to the inner workings of a clock and the mastery that ticks on behind the scenes. The watch cufflinks took that idea and ran further with it. These cufflinks contain working clocks set against an evening-blue lapis. They show that every piece in the Tateossian collection, no matter how small, has a wealth of thought and engineering behind it.
Make It Playful
In progression, there will always be a need for playfulness. A whimsical mind is needed to see new possibilities and test the boundaries. You don’t need to be a gambling man to bet on these casino-inspired cufflinks. They are the unusual fancy that inspires intrigue and joy with every flick of the wrist. They are also functional with moving parts, making them a subtle way to practise your hand during a meeting or particularly dull dinner. We will never tell.
Be Unusual
The spirit of this collection lies in the unanticipated. It tests the boundaries of what can be considered luxury jewellery by including unexpected materials, shapes and ideas into wearable pieces. It was brave enough to venture past the traditional but without veering into absurdity. Why can’t a cufflink double as a locket with a picture of your loved one? Why can’t cufflinks merge shapes and create something never seen before? These cufflinks are the evolution of men’s style but only for those bold enough to take on the adventure.
How to style mechanical cufflinks
The beauty of Tateossian’s mechanical cufflinks is that they require no extra effort or forethought. They are as simple to incorporate as a traditional pair of sterling silver cufflinks. With so many different designs within this collection and the cufflink’s adventurous nature, it would be counterproductive to offer by-the-book styling tips. These are not your dad’s cufflinks, they are designed for the new generation of gentlemen that take risks and value their individuality. So allow the cufflinks to inspire you to add the unexpected back into your outfit.
This range of mechanical cufflinks dares you to take a risk and embrace your individuality. While many will look and see just another piece of jewellery, if you see adventure and excitement then you are the man this collection was created for. The mechanical cufflink is a part of the Tateossian pride and when you wear them, you will understand why.