On Choosing an Appropriate Gym Bag

June 6th, 2010

When purchasing luggage, your selection requires a little planning. You have to consider the style (standard, hard case) and the type (large, carry-on, wardrobe) which depends on your most common length of time away (more than a week, a few days, a weekend).

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The Endorsement: Light-colored Chinos

May 24th, 2010

The warmer weather begs for lighter, more versatile pieces in your wardrobe. Time to put away those heavy woolens and cords and break out your more weather-appropriate choices.

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New on Primer: Six No-No’s for a Suited Man

May 16th, 2010

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The Endorsement: The Chambray Shirt

April 29th, 2010

Hey Gents —

If you haven’t already done so, consider adding a chambray shirt (or three) to your wardrobe. Often mistaken for a denim shirt, chambray is generally of a much lighter weight, and is cross-woven with colored (normally blue) and white thread, with white going one way, blue going the other. This weave gives the fabric its textural qualities.

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Q+A: What’s the best undershirt under a dress shirt?

April 13th, 2010

When I’m wearing a dress shirt, what is the best kind of shirt to wear underneath? I usually just wear one of my white T-shirts but I’m starting to think that’s not the best choice.
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