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Simon Carter Mother of Pearl Petal Cufflinks 2007-10-05 06:34:00 Mother of Pearl, the best that nature has to offer, transformed into a floral master piece by Simon carter. In this instance, the latest laser cutting technology for precision and economics is used to cut and shape Mother of Pearl. The delicate petals frame beautifully a small crystal representing the bud. Want a matching tie for these designer cufflinks? Look no further than this page. ...

Louis Feraud Floral Designer Tie 2007-10-05 06:30:00 A colourful silk tie that reflects the brilliant hues of autumn by Louis Feraud, using tightly clad floral shapes that fill the tie completely, there is no background, semblance of an autumn day. Following in the footsteps of Jean Patou, a Paris fashion designer who invented the designer tie in 1920 Feraud sought to introduce a touch of femininity to men’s accessories, for after all women buy 3 out of 4 ties. But Feraud was more than a fashion designer; he was an artist and entrepreneur and sought the success of his brand name as much as he did his paintings. Now for an ideal pair of cufflinks to match, easy enough, a floral rendition using Mother of Pearl by Simon Carter. ...

Shane McCoubrey’s Signature Designer Silk Tie 2007-10-02 06:49:00 The Splashes silk tie, as Shane calls it, has been the hallmark of his success as a fashion designer. After working for Gucci and Vuitton he decided to harness his energies and start his own brand, since then he has never looked back. Conde-Nast, Drapers and other respected fashion magazines have featured the man and his products. But Shane is bent on keeping a low profile so he can continue playing a hand on role and stay ahead of the game designing men’s fashion accessories that stand out from the crowd. His Splashes range of silk ties certainly achieves this status. On a base of rich cream faintly overlaid pink and silver stripes are overlaid again with brilliant splashes of colour arranged randomly, forming an abstract pattern, a tie to behold and a very popular choice for weddings. One thing is for certain you won’t have to worry about sitting next to someone who is wearing the same tie. “Worth more than a look” Now the only cufflink imaginable to match is the “Cube M ...

Enamel and Silver Cufflinks: Birmingham’s contribution 2007-09-26 01:54:00 Occupying a space in Birmingham’s famous jewellery quarter is the London Badge and Button Company (Lbb London) owned by Toye, Kenning & Spencer Ltd the oldest family run businesses in the world, having been established in England over 300 years ago by a family of Huguenot refugees the Toyés. Since 1685 members of the Toye family have been using their skills to create fine enamel and silver jewellery. The London Badge and Button Company has over 30 years of experience in design and development of fine silver-gilt and silver cufflinks for high fashion men's accessories retailers. Each cufflink captures a unique heritage, a manifestation of craftsmanship trough the ages. ...

Feraud, School tie, Designer Tie 2007-09-26 01:51:00 Everything that can be said about designer silk ties has been said, everyone proclaims that their ties are made from the finest silks in the world, they’re handmade to exacting specifications and so on, it all starts to sound a bit staid. Louis Feraud designer silk ties are simply conservative, cleverly arranged stripes using colours that are easy to coordinate, reminiscent of the old school tie, simplicity at its best. They’re made from the same kind silks that hundreds of other brands use and they’re made in Italy at the same factory that hundreds of other brand names use. At least you know what you’re getting, a reasonable tie for a reasonable price with a very good name attached. ...

A Golden Designer Silk Tie 2007-09-24 09:52:00 Shane McCoubrey has come up with a colourful rendering, transforming art and craft into a distinct fashion accessory. Turn the tie into the light, the colours change from gold to lilac and back again, hand woven on wooden looms is the only way to achieve the desired depth of texture and colour variation. Want a matching pair of cufflinks? The obvious choice, a pair of Gold Naval Lace Cufflinks by Veritas Gifts (Precious Metal Designs) ...

Another Gold Naval Lace Designer Cufflink, By Veritas 2007-09-24 09:46:00 Innovation and master craft manifest, using gold naval lace by Hand & Lock, set into solid sterling silver to produce a pair of cufflinks; the result of Veritas a jewellery designer at the top of his game, six years with iconic Jeweller Tiffany is adequate testimony. Want a matching silk tie? Take a look at one by Shane McCoubrey, made from silks woven on wooden looms in England, a perfect match. ...

Enamel and Silver Cufflinks: Birmingham’s contribution 2007-09-21 05:36:00 Occupying a space in Birmingham’s famous jewellery quarter is the London Badge and Button Company (Lbb London) owned by the Toye Group of companies. Toye, Kenning & Spencer Ltd are one of the oldest family run businesses in the world, having been established in England over 300 years ago by a family of Huguenot refugees the Toyés. Since 1685 members of the Toye family have been using their skills to create fine enamel and silver jewellery. The London Badge and Button Company has over 30 years of experience in design and development of fine silver-gilt and silver cufflinks for high fashion men's accessories retailer. Each cufflink captures a unique heritage, a manifestation of true craftsmanship. ...

Cubism: In a Designer Cufflink? 2007-09-19 07:43:00 The Cube Designer Cufflink by Ian Flaherty, sporting 80 Swarovski Crystals a piece and recently voted one of the best gifts for Father’s day by Victoria Gray of the Sunday Express Magazine. Precision is equalled by quality and they’re made in England. ...

Simplicity: The Simon Carter Cufflink philosophy 2007-09-18 01:51:00 Simon Carter’s reputation stems from his revolutionary approach to cufflink design following his introductory men’s brooches, in the mid to late 80’s. Some of his original designs are classified vintage. Simon Carter maintains a philosophy of simplicity in his designs; simple, functional, without loosing their stylish edge. His cufflinks not only firm to cuff, they glean a touch of elegance and frame perfectly an object of expression. This lovely display of style and engineering will harmonise with any outfit, formal or casual, here an important function inherent in Simon’s philosophy of simplicity, a cufflink for all occasions. ...

A Sunflower Silver Designer Cufflink: Topaz-Fuchsia-Amber 2007-09-11 05:30:00 If you’re looking for some colour in your life—“The Sunflower” in hues that are sure to appeal to any tastes, like Topaz, Fuchsia and Amber. Just a hint of styles produced by Veritas, generously sized Swarovski Crystals embedded into Solid Sterling Silver. And with an engineered swivel base, they’re built to give many years good linkage to cuff. ...

Gold Naval Lace Designer Cufflinks: Fit for Officers 2007-09-10 04:49:00 Gold Naval lace used for officers uniforms, produced by “Hand & Lock” of London, sitting side by side, Onyx semi precious stones, as black as night and framed by pure sterling silver, mirroring black and gold: Made in Thailand, a country rich in the ancient craft of fine jewellery making, befitting jewellers like “Veritas” and “Links of London” who demand the highest quality finish for their customers--cufflinks so rich in history and textural influences, a rare combination of materials to be sure and not to be found in bargain basements, but also not of reach, at £95.00, a must for any avid collector. About Naval lace and Hand & Lock; A London Company that still makes gold lace, a fascinating story, here is a taste. In 1767 Goldlacemen called Hand, originally Huguenot Weavers from Flanders, added embroidery to their range of laces, cords and braids. Their skills came from the entourage of Catherine de Medicis, when she married into the French court in the 16 ...

Sterling Silver Designer Cufflinks: It’s Piracy 2007-09-07 03:26:00 Skull and Cross Bones, the symbol of piracy on the high seas: this one--a real treasure and the best rendition of a very popular style. No less than 32 Swarovski crystals, a piece, adorn these little gems. “The Globe” is another amongst the Veritas collection, impressionable, everlasting styles. If you’re looking for some colour in your life—“The Sunflower” in hues that are sure to appeal to any tastes, like Topaz, Fuchsia and Amber. Just a hint of styles produced by Veritas, want more? ...

A Designer Silk Tie in Fragrant Blossom 2007-09-06 02:45:00 The Spitalfield flower pattern can be traced back to Huguenot weavers of the1800’s. Today recognised as the trademark of the Timothy Everest brand. He’s given the flower new life. It’s essence captured tastefully in a new range of lovely, colourful silk ties that reflect the brilliant hues of nature. Be ware of imitations, this pattern is exclusive to Timothy Everest, it’s his signature. Turn the tie over and you’ll witness the finite detail that only a tailor could conceive. The Spitalfields flower in fragrant blossom all seasons. It doesn’t end there, the entire collection blooms into autumn, prevail the winter gloom. And for spring it’s even brighter, classic style in a contemporary framework, each tie, an example of fine English needle work ...

Lbb London: The precision designer cufflink 2007-09-04 04:34:00 Based in Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter, The London Badge & Button Company, part of Toye Kenning & Spencer has over 30 years experience in the design and development of fine cufflinks, buttons and men’s accessories and are the manufacturers behind many of the UK’s leading stores and fashion house collections. Louisa Taylor and Pei-Nap Mok is the award winning design team behind the current LBB London cufflink collection. Traditionally recognised for its strong & distinctive enamel designs, LBB’s current collection has expanded to use new & unusual materials for both its classic & contemporary cufflinks with matching accessories. There’s a sense of precision in Lbb London cufflinks. That, perhaps significant technology lay behind the hands at work creating masters and models. Toye, Kenning & Spencer Ltd is a group of manufacturing companies founded in 1685, with a reputation for high quality craftsmanship and service. The Group, who have an exp ...