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How to Wear Jewelry as a Man: A Guide to Men's Jewelry

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Men wearing jewelry isn't necessarily a new trend. For centuries, men have worn wedding rings, watches, cufflinks, and class rings. However, the modern man has started experimenting with jewelry by trying more statement pieces and adding more jewelry to their collection. 

Getting into jewelry doesn't need to be a daunting task. It should be fun to try new things and see what makes you feel most comfortable. This guide is for any man that wants to start incorporating jewelry into their everyday looks but doesn't know where to start. We're here to offer styling tips, current trends, and ideas for new pieces to start wearing! 

What Jewelry Should Guys Wear? 

First and foremost, any man should feel empowered to wear whatever jewelry they'd like. If it makes you feel confident, then you should wear it!

For men just getting into jewelry, it can be a good idea to start simple so you get used to the idea of wearing jewelry. A simple chain or a nice watch can be a good place to start so you feel more comfortable just generally wearing jewelry. 

From there, start trying new things and seeing what feels good! You could start including bracelet chains, stylish rings, and necklace stacks into your jewelry rotation. When you experiment you can determine what jewelry you like and don't like to begin building your collection. 

What are the Current Trends in Men's Jewelry? 

Knowing what's trending can hep you decide what jewelry you'd like to start trying. Some pieces, like classic chains and wedding bands, will never go out of style. However, it can be fun to look at what jewelry is trending when you want to start experimenting. 

These five trends can guide your journey into wearing jewelry: 

  1. Signet rings. Signet rings used to be worn as a way for men to represent their family lineage. Usually, these rings were engraved with a family crest. In the present day, signet rings have made a comeback as a way for men to show off their personality through their jewelry. These rings can be engraved with a college logo, a favorite team, or anything else that can help a man express his interests through his jewelry. 
  2. Necklace layering. Wearing chains of varying length at the same time is a way men add interest to the jewelry they wear. Some men have mixed chunky and dainty chains to offer interesting contrast in their jewelry. 
  3. Ring stacks. In a similar vein, many men have also experimented with ring stacks to make their jewelry feel unique and add visual interest. Some men wear multiple rings on one finger or spread them out between different fingers. 
  4. Beaded bracelets. Beaded bracelets, typically made out of crystal beads, can add pops of color or natural elements to a jewelry collection. The crystals usually feature protective energy and have a masculine feel. 
  5. Mixed metals. With jewelry stacks, men have mixed gold and silver chains to create unique combinations. Some men will buy rings that are made of both metals as well. 

How Should a Man Wear Jewelry? 

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There's not necessarily a tried and true way for a man to wear jewelry. Instead, there are ways you can style your jewelry to feel more comfortable wearing it. 

When you go to buy a chain for a necklace or a bracelet, choose a chain that fits you well. You don't want to wear a bracelet that is too loose or too tight. You should barely notice you're even wearing jewelry. For a necklace, a good length to start with is a chain that falls right under your collar bones. 

There are going to be a lot of options to choose from which can make buying jewelry feel overwhelming. Deciding what type of metal you want to wear can help narrow down the choices. To figure out what metal type might look best on you, check out this post to help guide your decision. 

Don't take anything too seriously! Have fun with your search and don't be afraid to try jewelry that feels out of your comfort zone. You might end up finding your new favorite jewelry piece when you let loose and fully embrace the search. 

Fidget Jewelry Gifts for Men

If you're looking to buy a gift for a man who is looking to get into jewelry or already wears jewelry, these fidget jewelry pieces would be a perfect place to start! 

The Parker York Smith Collection

 Disco Skull Peridot Hexagon Crystal Beach Tiger
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Photograph of gold hexagon Peridot crystal element
Photograph of silver Beach element
Photograph of gold tiger element from Parker York Smith fidget jewelry collection

Parker York Smith is a fashion and lifestyle content creator based in Los Angeles. He uses his expertise to inspire people to uncover their personal style. 

His fidget jewelry collection is full of stylish, masculine pieces that would make the perfect gift for a man: 

 Onyx Hexagon Crystal Sunflower Tiger's Eye Hexagon Crystal
Photograph of gold Parker York Smith Onyx Crystal Hexagon Element
Photograph of silver sunflower element from Parker York Smith collection
Photograph of gold hexagon Tiger's Eye crystal element for Parker York Smith collection

The unique shapes, pops of color, and bold designs adds the right amount of flair for a man that is starting to experiment with his jewelry. 

Fidget Jewelry for Sports Fans

If the man you're buying jewelry for is a fan of sports, these sports-themed crystal elements would be the perfect gift: 

 Carnelian Basketball Tiger's Eye Football Moonstone Soccer Ball Lemon Jade Tennis Ball Moonstone Baseball
Photograph of Carnelian crystal basketball silver fidget ring
Photograph of gold Tiger's Eye crystal football fidget ring
Photograph of silver Moonstone crystal soccer ball fidget ring
Photograph of gold Lemon Jade crystal tennis ball fidget ring
Photograph of silver Moonstone crystal baseball fidget ring

Bold, Masculine Fidget Jewelry

 Dragon Snake Dragon Head Sword
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Photograph of gold snake element
Photograph of silver Dragon Head element for men

For a man who is into fantasy worlds, like Games of Thrones or Lord of the Rings, these striking elements make the perfect gift: 

Large Wing Arrow CrossBar™  Wing CrossBar™
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Photograph of silver Arrow CrossBar™
GIF showing both sides of gold wing CrossBar™

These pieces give off a sleek, darker look to add some mystery to a man's jewelry collection. 

Simple Jewelry Chains

Finally, if you want to start simple and let whoever you're shopping for curate their own fidget jewelry collection, gifting necklace and jewelry chains would be a great choice: 

 Miami Cuban Link Bracelet Cuban Layering Necklace Chain Figaro Layering Necklace Chain Paperclip Layering Necklace Chain Paperclip Layering Bracelet Chain
Photograph of silver Miami Cuban Link Bracelet
Photograph of gold Cuban Link Layering Necklace Chain
Photograph of Figaro Layering Necklace Chain
Photograph of gold paperclip necklace layering chain
Photograph of silver paperclip bracelet chain for men

These simple chains will sure to be a hit with any man you're buying a gift for! 

The Men's Jewelry Reinassance

Each day, more and more men start adding pieces to their jewelry collection. Don't be afraid to try something bold and experiment with your jewelry. 

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