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Thanks to the Marvel and DC blockbusters, the cuff bracelet is making a significant comeback, a style with a history dating back over 7,000 years. It first emerged in ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Mayans, and Incans, and was later adopted by the Greeks and Chinese as status symbols and talismans of protection.
Chunky and bold at Balmain.
Today, high-fashion houses like Balmain, Zimmerman, Chloé, and Ralph Lauren have reimagined the cuff bracelet, blending their unique styles while maintaining its status as a symbol of power.
Sculptural metal elegance at Chloé
Balmain combined luxurious perspex in chunky proportions and topped it of with big encrusted jewels. Meanwhile, Zimmerman opted for round textured surfaces in classic gold. Chloé’s bohemian charm came accross with sculptural details, while Ralph Lauren opted for geometrical lines. Tory Burch’s cuffs were sculptural and rounded, reminiscent of the work of Anish Kapoor. Street style stars stacked their cuffs with other bracelets outside fashion week, showing there’s almost no wrong way to wear them.
Explore our top picks for this Spring and embrace the cuff’s bracelet enduring allure:
Gold geometrical open cuff at Ralph Lauren
Chanel’s timeless cuffs were accentuated by a leather strap.
Anish Kapoor’s Cloud vibes at Tory Burch
Elegantly textured at Zimmerman
Raw power at Jil Sander
Worn stacked at Paris Fashion Week.
Cuff inspired by the twists of nappa leather. This large version is crafted in sterling silver with a varnished finish by LOEWE.
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