It’s spring time and love is in the air.  So is Senioritis, graduation, and PROM!  Yes, prom season is in full swing with seniors across the country dressing up in their finest to party the night away.  Young men everywhere will don a snazzy suit (and maybe even a bowtie) and head out to impress the world.  But the truly stylish guys know that you’re not fully dressed without a swanky stud set.

 

What is a Stud Set?

Many men don’t think about stud sets unless they’re in a wedding: a groom or groomsman.  However, stud sets are a great way to pull an outfit together.  A stud set is a decorative fastener that fits onto a buttonhole on the front of a pleated shirt, or onto the starched bib of a stiff-front shirt.  These shirts are specially made to use studs rather than (or in addition to) regular buttons.  Because of this, shirts with stud fasteners have a little extra glam factor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stud sets were first used in the mid-19th century, because some shirt fronts were too stiff to close with buttons. Today, they are usually worn in semi-formal and formal settings with heavily starched shirts. Stud sets can be made of any metal, and they’re often inlaid with a precious or semi-precious stone or pearl. You can see our entire collection here.  They can even be engraved like the ones in this collection.  We even have fun stud sets that are perfect for a themed prom (like the skull & crossbones pictured above).

 

Styling Your Stud Set

If you’re wearing a beautiful stud set, you’ll want to make sure you pick out a stylish pair of cufflinks to accentuate your look (if your stud set doesn’t already come with matching ones).  Try to match the metals of your sets for continuity, but feel free to be more playful with your cufflinks if that’s your personality.  You can even match your cufflinks to your date’s outfit, if you’d like.  Or, if the prom is extra formal, stick with something simple and classic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Once you’ve picked out your stud set and cufflinks, you’ll need to make sure you’re wearing them properly.  Here’s a handy video showing you how to attach your stud set and cufflinks:

 

Have Fun!

Prom only comes around once a year, and it’s a special night to enjoy with your friends.  Take this opportunity to step up your dress a little, show your class, and stand out of the crowd.  If you need help picking out the perfect set, give us a call – we’d love to help!  We also offer a free gift and free shipping on domestic orders over $29.