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  1. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Toy StoreA comprehensive list of our absolute favorite toys that we’ve written about before.
  2. style
    25 Very Timely Halloween-Costume IdeasFrom the “Planet of the Bass” drama to #Scandoval.
  3. celebrity shopping
    What Marcel Dzama Can’t Live Without“It’s just the tiniest amount of sparkle that gives the drawing a little bit of energy, like a little zest of something.”
  4. october prime day 2023
    I Write About Toys for a Living: These Are the Best October Prime Day Toy DealsAll the best on-sale toys, from Magna-Tiles and LEGO to Barbie and Squishmallows.
  5. women’s apparel
    Ayo Edebiri’s Wide-Leg Jeans Are Back in StockThe previously sold-out jeans are less than $100.
  6. dogs
    The Very Best Dog Food for PuppiesIncluding food for large- and small-breed puppies as well as fresh and affordable options.
  7. dogs
    The Very Best Chew Toys and Treats for Teething PuppiesAll-natural, digestible, and virtually indestructible chew toys for all breeds of puppies.
  8. health
    The 9 Very Best SAD LampsEverything you need to know about buying a light-therapy lamp to treat seasonal affective disorder, a.k.a. SAD.
  9. celebrity shopping
    What Noah Beck Can’t Live Without“I was over there with a chain from who knows where and my neck’s turning green. So as I started to make money, I invested in a better chain.”
  10. dogs
    The 12 Very Best Dog CarriersDog carriers for flying, driving, and running errands around town.
  13. dogs
    The 11 Very Best Dog TreatsAccording to veterinarians, dog trainers, and dog parents.
  14. dogs
    The Very Best Car Seats and Harnesses for DogsIncluding options to keep all kinds of pups safe (and cozy) if you’re planning to hit the road.
  15. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Pickleball Fans, According to Coaches and PlayersImpress the pickler in your life with something better than a Dink T-shirt.
  16. men’s apparel
    The Best Sweatshorts, According to Stylish Comfy PeopleNon-schlubby pairs stylists, doctors, and Strategist staffers wear.
  17. dogs
    The Very Best Tick Treatments for DogsIncluding oral medications and topical treatments like solutions and collars, plus tools for removing a tick from your pup.
  18. people watching
    What 150 Pickleball Players Wore to Wollman RinkOakleys, Hokas, and lots of Outdoor Voices tennis dresses.
  19. toys
    What Are the Best Costumes and Accessories for Kids Who Love to Play Dress-up?Everything you need to spark their imagination, including wings, capes, jewelry, play silks, and lots of interesting hats.
  20. prime day 2023
    The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals for Babies and KidsDiscounts on everything from car seats to Magna-Tiles.
  21. toys
    The Best Art Supplies for KidsHigh-quality, nontoxic, and washable materials to inspire the next generation of up-and-coming artists.
  22. celebrity shopping
    What Natalie Morales Can’t Live Without“I would consider talking to the people at Cholula to do free ads for them in exchange for Cholula.”
  25. hobby and craft
    The Very Best Metal DetectorsReal-life treasure-hunters weigh in on the best tools for finding priceless relics.
  26. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Dad (That Do Good, Too)From a camp chair that funds parkland conservation to coffee beans that benefit the ACLU.
  27. health
    What Are the Best Face Masks for Smoke?As Canadian wildfires burn, millions are being exposed to the dangers of smoke inhalation.
  28. hiking and camping
    What to Pack for Summer CampWe talked to camp directors, camp counselors, and parents of kids going to camp about the best things to pack in your trunk or duffel bag.
  29. men’s apparel
    The Very Best Men’s Oxford ShirtsAn oxford shirt isn’t just your average button-down.
  30. wellness
    The Very Best Masks to Wear on an AirplaneDoctors, infectious-disease experts, and parents on the best COVID-19 protection for traveling.
  31. dogs
    The Very Best Harnesses for Every Type of DogAs recommended and tested
  32. kids’ fashion
    The Best Rain Boots for Kids, According to ExpertsKeep little feet dry and comfortable no matter how many puddles they meet.
  33. cleaning
    The 12 Best Natural Cleaning ProductsIncluding all-purpose cleaners and more specific options for the kitchen, the bathroom, and hardwood floors.
  34. sales
    The Robot Vacuum I Bought Instead of Couples Therapy Is $140I use it to maintain a dust- and resentment-free home.
  37. hair treatments
    The Very Best Men’s Hair-Loss TreatmentsExploring the hair-growth treatments that work, the laser treatment that might, and the vitamins that don’t.
  38. garden
    The 7 Very Best Compost TumblersIncluding a “surprisingly weather-resistant” affordable tumbler and “the Boeing 747 of compost bins.”
  39. pets
    21 Best Black-Owned Pet BrandsFrom dog-food seasoning to pet-deodorizing spray.
  40. year in review
    This Sleek Expandable Shoe Rack Is the Best Thing I Bought This YearIts minimalist design brought peace and order to my nonexistent entryway.
  41. gifts
    The Best Holiday Toys to Buy Before They Sell Out, According to Toy ExpertsWe asked toy-trend experts to predict what’s going to sell out fastest this year.
  42. celebrity shopping
    What Angus Cloud Can’t Live Without“If I buy some shoes, I like to wear ’em, you know? But those ones I don’t want to trash.”
  43. in situ
    Steal My ScarfA selection of never-scratchy, highly shoppable shawls and stoles, all pictured in situ.
  44. celebrity shopping
    What Director Daniel Kwan Can’t Live Without“This past notebook refresh, I discovered how much I love the dot matrix. It’s amazing. You get structure if you want it, but open if you don’t.”
  45. cyber monday 2022
    Our Favorite Cyber Monday Toy Deals (for Kids From 6 Months to Tweens)Including Legos, a dancing Bluey stuffy, Magna-Tiles, and a beginner-friendly Pokémon game.
  46. black friday 2022
    Our Favorite Black Friday Toy Deals (for Kids From 6 Months to Tweens)Including Lego Duplos, a Toniebox, a classic dollhouse, a Squishmallow, and a beginner-friendly Pokémon game.
  49. saw something said something
    We Found Representative-elect Marie Gluesenkamp Perez’s JeansHer midterm congressional win was a huge upset, and her jeans are pretty surprising.
  50. celebrity shopping
    What Lena Waithe Can’t Live Without“Rarely do you see such a pretty grinder.”
  51. furniture
    Steal My CouchA selection of shoppable sleepers, settees, and more — as recommended by their passionate owners.
  52. style
    25 Very Timely Halloween Costume IdeasEasy, creative, not-too-hokey ways to channel 2022’s most memorable moments.
  53. october prime day 2022
    The Best Amazon Prime Early Access Sale Toy DealsIncluding a realistic shopping cart for toddlers, an adorable squishmallow, and an ooey-gooey slime kit.
  54. women’s shoes
    These Are Actually the Best Birkenstock ClogsIgnore TikTok, Tokio Super Grips are more weather resistant, more comfortable, and better looking than suede Boston Birks.
  55. pets
    12 Dog Halloween Costumes, Vetted 12 Different WaysOur favorite Halloween costumes for dogs, from a Strategist editor-approved crustacean to some very funny canine headgear.
  56. organization
    I Cried When I Lost These $10 ScissorsI use them to cut my bangs, groom my dog, and trim my husband’s hair.
  57. deal of the day
    Our Favorite Brightening Under-eye Cream Is 30 Percent OffGet a Strategist-exclusive head start on Ole Henriksen’s sitewide sale.
  58. deal of the day
    These Soft Cotton J.Crew Boxers Are Just $11The summery patterned boxers would also make great shorts.
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