Wedding Jewellery for Men From Cufflinks to Rings

Most wedding jewellery advice is aimed squarely at the bride, from pearls and pendants to diamond rings and drop earrings. Yet on the big day the groom deserves to look his best too, and the right pieces add an extra touch of class to his whole ensemble. From the cufflinks that finish a tailored suit to the ring he will wear for life, wedding jewellery for men is worth as much thought as the bride's. This explainer covers the key pieces every groom should consider, with ideas from the jewellers of Hatton Garden, London's historic diamond quarter in the EC1N postcode.

Creative Cufflinks for the Groom

If you are getting married, you will almost certainly be suited and booted, which makes a good pair of cufflinks an easy way to look smart and streamlined. They are a small detail that pulls a formal outfit together, especially in photographs taken close up.

Cufflinks come in a wide range of styles and precious metals, from sterling silver to 18ct gold and platinum. Some grooms like to co-ordinate with their partner's choice of metal or stones, but ultimately the decision is personal.

They also make a thoughtful keepsake. A pair engraved with the wedding date becomes a small heirloom long after the day itself.

Luxury Watches and Groomsmen Gifts

Finding five minutes to check your phone is almost impossible on a wedding day, so a well-chosen watch helps you look great and keep track of time. A classic luxury watch suits the formality of the occasion and works long afterwards.

Watches also make excellent gifts for groomsmen. A tasteful, classic style suits everyone, and engraving the case back with the wedding date or a short message turns it into a personal token of thanks.

Because a watch is worn daily, it is one of the few wedding purchases that keeps earning its place for years, making it a genuinely practical luxury.

Fun fact: The tradition of men wearing wedding rings is surprisingly modern in the West, becoming widespread only during the 20th century, partly popularised by soldiers wearing bands while serving away from home.

Choosing the Groom's Wedding Ring

The wedding ring is the one piece of jewellery essential on the day, and since you will wear it for life it deserves careful thought. Comfort, durability and the metal's everyday wear all matter as much as the look.

Most grooms choose a simple band in the same shade of gold, white gold or platinum as their partner, so the two rings sit well together. 950 platinum is dense and hard-wearing, while 18ct gold offers warmth or brightness depending on the alloy. Every band sold in the UK must be hallmarked by an Assay Office such as the London Assay Office.

If you want something more individual, a wedding ring can be customised with an engraving or a few discreet diamonds. The expert jewellers of Hatton Garden can help you find or design a band that feels right to wear every day for the rest of your life.