March 201224
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About Andrew Snavely
Andrew is the founder and editor of Primer. He's a graduate of American University and currently lives in Los Angeles. Read more about Primer on our About page.
March 201210
9 Beautiful Black on Black Watches
Categories: Spend
If you’ve browsed by the watch case in the last year or two you’ve no doubt witnessed the popularity of watches with a black face and black strap grow to an unlimited number of choices. Here are a few of our affordable favorites.
February 201211
The Getup: Suburban Trek
Categories: Spend
Don’t think you have to wear boat shoes and polos to dress well. Feel as comfortable as you look put together with this early spring Getup.
February 201212
The Leather Notebook: Pelle Journal & Pilot Birdy Pen
Categories: Spend, The Field Manual
No smartphone or tablet can replace the experience of writing in a leather notebook with a good pen.
February 20124
An Interactive Visual Guide to the Common Cuts of Beef
Categories: Learn
You love steak you say, but do you know why you order that porterhouse instead of the tri-tip? Check out our interactive guide (with hovers!) so the next time you’re ordering, you’ll be the king of cattle.
February 20120
Wednesday Wallpaper: Failure vs Success by Teddy Roosevelt
Categories: Learn
Many of us delay success out of disdain for failure. Roosevelt doesn’t think you have your priorities straight.
February 20127
Make a Giant Whiteboard for only $15
Categories: Learn
Whiteboards are perfect for brainstorming any type of project. The problem? They’re really, really expensive. We found a unique, and easy DIY solution for under $15.
February 201212
The Getup: Valentines Day
Categories: Spend
Whether you’re going out or staying in, give her your best without looking like a stiff this Valentine’s Day.
February 201211
How to Nail Valentine’s Day Without Dropping a Ton of Money – A Visual Guide
Categories: Learn
Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be expensive, commercial, or stressful. We’ve got an outline for an amazing evening at home, no jewelry required.
February 20127
Primer Just Got Better: New Drop Down Menus & Tags for Every Post!
Categories: The Field Manual
You asked for it, we listened. Finding any article that wasn’t on the front page has always been…a pain in the ass. Until now.
January 201224
The Getup: A Full Saturday
Categories: Spend
No matter how much you’ve got scheduled, from brunch, some errands, a jaunt to the office, and a night out with friends, this comfortably rugged combination will have you looking great every step of the way.
January 20120
A Special Thank You to Bonobos for Sponsoring Primer This Month
Categories: The Field Manual
Please help me thank Bonobos for supporting and believing in Primer. Their sponsorship allows us to keep our articles free for everyone, and to continue our mission of helping guys become the men they know they can be.
January 20127
Our Picks from the Lands’ End Canvas Stock Room Sale, Up to 75% Off
Categories: The Field Manual
Lands’ End Canvas is having another one of their too-good-to-be-true sales, with lots of great stuff at below Target prices. Check out these picks to top off a well-rounded wardrobe while on a budget.
January 201211
The Getup: A Good Day At The Office
Categories: Spend
A day that’s both productive and relaxing – items crossed off the to-do list, with time for a friendly chit-chat with the higher-up’s.
January 20123
A Buyer’s Guide for All Those Gift Cards We Received: 7 Approaches
Categories: Spend
Barely a week has passed and you already forgot you had them. This year, don’t let your gift cards go to waste until you find it in an envelope next October, do something smart with it.
January 20123
The Primer Crossword – 1/12
Categories: Learn
Keep your brain sharp while utilizing your style and culture knowledge with our newest addition, the Primer Crossword!
December 20111
Your First Fancy Pants New Year’s Champagne
Categories: Spend
This year, don’t blow a bunch of money on Jack & Coke’s. Spend the same amount but buy yourself, and some special company, a nice bottle of bubbly. We’ve got just the bottle.
December 201111
The Getup: New Year’s Eve
Categories: Spend
Whether you’re going out on the town or having a fun night in, this modular Getup will work no matter how crazy your New Year’s plans get.
December 201111
The Essentials: The Card Case
Categories: Spend
For all the times when you don’t need to carry 2 debit cards, 3 credit cards, a library card, or a free 6 inch Subway coupon we present a slimmer alternative: The card case.
December 20113
Get Insane Macro Photos from Your Cell Phone with the Easy Macro Band
Categories: Spend
Get stunning super-closeup photographs with the Easy Macro band that fits on any cell phone. Your Facebook albums are about to get a lot more interesting.
