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Knowledge of the cufflink post is what separates casual cufflink wearers from true cufflink masters. If you take your style as seriously as we do, this next article is for you. Please enjoy this journey of cufflink lingo. You will emerge an expert on the ins and outs of one of the most integral, yet often overlooked parts of the cufflink: the post.
The cufflink post is the part of the cufflink that connects the face to the toggle, ball or latch on the back. Think of it as the part that goes through the buttonhole and acts as a connecting bridge between the face (the front) and the backing that locks the cufflink securely in place.
Posts can be made of a variety of materials to match what your cufflink is made of. They are often made from steel, aluminium, silver and gold. The post is most commonly made from one solid piece of metal. However, there are certain types that are dual posted, allowing for a toggle attachment. There are also silk and chain types of posts. Below are examples of each post type.
1. Solid Post
2. Toggle Post
3. Silk Post
4. Chain Post
And there you have it, cufflink anatomy 101, the post, in all its variations. So the next time you pick out a pair of cufflinks, you will confidently know the fashion lingo and establish yourself as a man of high-style and impeccable taste.
