Men never really caught on to the fashion for bracelets until the middle of the 20th century. Before that time, men limited their accessories to a watch, a wedding ring (if they were married), and a tie rack (if that counts). But during the 1950s, Speidel Corporation introduced ID bracelets, which eventually became a craze until the late 1960s. Now, more and more men are embracing the bracelet as a welcome addition to their fashion statement. This Christmas, treat your man to something fashionable. Check out our list of the top ten men’s bracelets to help you narrow down your jewelry gift options for Christmas 2008.
1. European style heavy duty bracelet for men – From Peora comes this black carbon fiber stainless steel bracelet, which is testament to the craftsmanship of seamlessly combining different metals. The overall design is a contemporary and stylish wristwear. This piece is perfect for the man whose style is strong and powerful.
2. Zina leather bracelet – The beautiful bracelet that it is, this member of Zina’s Stratus collection is made from genuine braided leather. A pair of satin-finish silver rings are added to accent the leather. This would go well with a casual look of a rock and roll shirt paired with leather jeans.
3. Braided Leather ID Bracelet – Peora presents another great design from its great collection. This piece features braided black leather straps. This is then contrasted with a solid metal center piece. It can be used in business meetings, having cocktails at a party or on walks on the beach.
4. Peora heavy steel bracelet – This men’s stainless steel bracelet is one of the hottest trends in the fashion world right now. Rust-free and comfortable to wear, there are no limits to expressing your style with this wristband. It presents alternating long and short links, with light rivets and carbon fibers.
5. Magnetic bracelet – The unique triple strand style is what makes this piece a fashion accessory. It is then accented with 5 polished connectors, each containing “1200 gaus samarium cobalt magnet”. It comes in black with a matte finish and some gold plated connectors.
6. Panther Link Bracelet – This beautiful piece is made from the finest 316L stainless steel and is brushed and polished to perfection. This piece certainly exudes a high level of charm from its “Panther link” centerpiece to its refined stainless steel lines.
7. Hot Diamonds Men’s Bracelet – This simple yet elegant piece is perfect for black tie and formal events. Forged in pure sterling silver, this beautiful piece enhances the gentlemanly charm of those who wear it. A diamond piece is added for a more polished and sophisticated look.
8. Byzantine bracelet – For men who opt for the informal and offbeat, this eight inch sterling silver Byzantine bracelet would be an ideal choice. Your man can wear this with a vintage shirt and jeans or with a leather bad boy outfit.
9. Steel cable and rubber bracelet – This piece would be a fashionable addition to your man’s accessory choices. A row of high-quality hypoallergenic surgical steel wires sits between two black rubber cables. Center laces are polished for a sleek shine.
10. West Coast Jewelry Men’s Bracelet – Some 7.5 inches of this stainless steel bracelet is a complementary addition to a polished ensemble. The reddish-brown leather evokes traditional class, while the steel lining on the 18k gold rivets adds a contemporary edge to this fashion-forward classic wrist piece.