If you are as unsure about the different types of shirt cuff, how to wear them and when to wear them, then we are here to walk you through the different options with our complete shirt cuff guide. Below we've listed the different styles and cuts so you'll be more knowledgable when choosing your shirt cuffs. Keshan Bespoke offers its customers a range of cuff options to choose from: one button, two button, French cuffs, casual unfused cuffs, etc.
One Button Barrel Cuff
The most common type of cuff seen on shirts. The corners of the cuff are square and the fastening can be secured with one or two buttons. These are the most casual shirt cuffs and they work well for shirts when paired with jeans and a blazer or sports coat.
Our standard dress shirt cuff. The one button barrel is understated and classic. You can’t go wrong with this choice. This cuff is fused to maintain a crisp appearance and measures 2.375″.
Long One Button Barrel Cuff
A slightly longer version of our standard one button barrel cuff. We based this cuff off the style common among the great Neapolitan shirt makers, and it contributes to a more proportionally balanced look for guys with longer arms (34″ or so and up). This cuff is fused to maintain a crisp appearance and measures 2.875″.
Single Cuff
The single cuff is similar to the barrel cuff, however instead of buttons it is fastened with cufflinks. This makes the cuffs much sleeker than french cuffs and is perfect for formal white tie occasions. In general this is not a common cuff type, most people tend to go with french cuffs when wearing cufflinks. In terms of its history, it was a popular style in Edwardian times and therefore if you wear them today with a suit jacket they can be seen as a slightly eccentric touch.This cuff is fused to keep a crisp appearance and is 2.5″ long.
One Button Mitered Cuff
The one button mitered cuff is a dressy cuff that has the elegant mitered angle at the button closure, and the smaller size of a one button cuff. This cuff is fused to keep a crisp appearance and 2.625″ long.
Two Button Rounded Cuff
The two button rounded cuff is dressier than a one-button cuff, but not as formal as a two-button mitered cuff. This cuff is fused to keep a crisp appearance and 2.875″ long.
Two Button Mitered Cuff
The two button mitered cuff is a popular dress shirt cuff that is dressier and more elegant than a standard barrel cuff. The two button placement makes this cuff a good match for wearing with watches. This cuff is fused to keep a crisp, dressy appearance and measures 2.875″ long.
French Cuff
Our standard French Cuff is the go-to choice for tuxedo shirts. It is a completely square cuff shape and requires cufflinks to be worn. This cuff is fused to keep a crisp, dressy appearance and measures 2.875″ long when folded back.
Rounded French Cuff
The rounded French cuff is just like the standard French cuff, except it has a rounded corner on the back edge nearest to the wrist. It is no less formal, merely a slightly different style. French cuffs require cufflinks to be worn. This cuff is fused to keep a crisp, dressy appearance and measures 2.875″ long when folded back.
Convertible Square Cuff
The convertible square cuff can be worn either buttoned like a barrel cuff, or with cufflinks. This cuff is fused to keep a crisp appearance and is 2.5″ long.
Soft One Button Cuff
The same shape as our one button barrel, but without the stiff fusing. This is a soft, comfortable cuff that is a good match for casual style shirts. Without the fusing, the cuff shows personality and a bit of puckering. Cuff measures 2.375″ long.
Soft Long One Button Cuff
The same shape as our long one button barrel, but without the stiff fusing. This is a soft, comfortable cuff that is a good match for casual style shirts. We based this cuff off the style common among the great Neapolitan shirtmakers, and it contributes to a more proportionally balanced look for guys with longer arms (34″ or so and up). Cuff measured 2.875″ long.
Soft Square Two Button Cuff
For a slightly larger and more interesting casual cuff, consider the soft square two button. The unfused cuff bends and conforms to the wrist much easier and generally feels more relaxed. Cuff measures 3.125″ long.
Soft French Cuff
A more relaxed version of the classic square french cuff. The soft, unfused interlining gives this an easy-going appeal. Measures 2.875″ long when folded back.
Turnback Cuff
The Turnback cuff which is also known as the cocktail cuff or the ‘James Bond’ cuff is similar to the french cuff, however instead of a cufflink fastening, they are fastened with a button instead. The turnback section of the cuff is also cut on an angle exposing the buttons. Like the single cuff, the turnback cuff can be seen as adding quite an eccentric touch to your look. Measures 2.875″ long when folded back.
Monogrammed Shirt Cuffs
Embroidered monogrammed shirt cuffs were popular in the past as they were originally used to identify shirts when taken to the dry cleaners. However nowadays it's not particularly common to see monogrammed cuffs. However, like many gentleman's accessories when done in the right way it can add a subtle accent to your shirt cuffs.
Initials can be embroidered in several locations, so it is a case of personal preference. On the edge of the shirt cuff is the most common, however we also think on the sleeve placket is an elegant and unique placement that is much more understated. The embroidery should be subtle and blend in with the colour of the shirt so pick a tone one tone darker to lighter than the shirt.