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  1. women’s apparel
    I Tried All the Jeans at Madewell“When I put these on, I got a familiar little buzz of excitement.”
  2. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Big Shirts and Easy Spirit LoafersWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  3. toys
    The Best Stuff I Saw at the New York Toy Fair (That You Can Buy Now)From Playmobil pull-back cars and Pokémon plushies to Bluey LEGOs and a kiddie ATV.
  4. baby gear
    The 10 Best Baby CarriersFrom flexible baby carriers for newborns to structured and supportive carriers for toddlers.
  5. toys
    What Are the Best Costumes and Accessories for Kids Who Love to Play Dress-up?Everything you need to build a stellar dress-up closet, including wings, capes, wands, jewelry, play silks, and lots of interesting hats.
  6. toys
    I Spent 3 Hours at the Jellycat DinerTo learn why tourists from China to the U.K. are booking this ticket before the Empire State Building.
  7. what i can’t live without
    What Alison Stewart Can’t Live Without“It’s just like walking around with a lemon slice in your purse.”
  8. valentine’s day gifts
    The Cheapest, Nicest Valentine’s Day Gifts From the Most Expensive BrandsIncluding Loewe’s status-y tomato-scented bar soap and a Le Creuset Dutch oven tote.
  9. women’s apparel
    Did You Know Muji Makes a Great Wool Sweater (That’s $56 Right Now)?My favorite throw-on-and-go sweater looks like a Babaa and is almost half off in butter yellow and chocolate brown.
  10. toys
    New Toys Alert: A LEGO Twilight House and Valentine’s Day JellycatsPlus Squishmallow building sets and a Micro Kickboard “scootcase.”
  13. baby gear
    The 8 Very Best Double StrollersFrom a do-everything convertible stroller to a lightweight one that only weighs 23 pounds.
  14. gifts
    The Best Sticker Books for Kids of All AgesIncluding realistic bug stickers, 3-D gem stickers, search-and-find sticker puzzles, and even works of art from the Met’s extensive archive.
  15. sales
    Patagonia’s Winter Sale Is Full of Bestsellers Up to 40 Percent OffIncluding beanies, puffers, fleece, and Baggies for men, women, and kids.
  16. health
    What Are the Best Face Masks for Smoke?As multiple wildfires burn across Los Angeles, millions are being exposed to the dangers of smoke inhalation.
  17. baby gear
    The Best Gear for Babyproofing, According to ExpertsCabinet latches, corner protectors, furniture anchors, and more.
  18. toys
    The Best Art Supplies for KidsHigh-quality, nontoxic, and washable materials to inspire the next generation of up-and-coming artists.
  19. 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.
  20. now that i know better
    How I’d Redo My Baby Registry: With Bamboo Diapers and a Stroller-Bassinet“Whenever we would travel to Europe or Japan, I’d notice that everyone seemed to have one.”
  21. women’s apparel
    Everlane’s Black Puffer Bomber Is 60 Percent Off Right NowThe other three colors are 30 and 50 percent off.
  22. sales
    14 Very Good Gifts for Kids, All at Least 20 Percent OffIncluding LEGOs, Squishmallows, Barbies, and headphones.
  25. 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.
  26. gifts
    These Are the 9 Holiday Toys to Buy Before They Sell OutFrom a Moana American Girl doll and a Spidey-themed racetrack to a the latest Hatchimals and a goat that farts and does yoga.
  27. toys
    Get Your 2-Year-Old Niece an on-Sale TonieboxIt’s as much a gift for parents of toddlers as it is for the toddlers themselves.
  28. gifts
    Our Favorite Gifts for 12-Year-OldsIncluding a twinkly DIY light-up dog, a Chappell Roan LP, and a GoPro for filming RC jumps.
  29. gifts
    The Only Gift Guide for a 6-Year-Old You’ll Ever NeedBuilding toys, fashion dolls, puzzles, and a can of goo that farts.
  30. gifts
    The Only Gift Guide for a 5-Year-Old You’ll Ever NeedIncluding lots of toys that are not only fun but will sneakily help them practice new skills.
  31. trust me i should know
    Did You Know American Girl Makes a $25 Mini Molly?The brand’s mini dolls are perfect, under-the-radar gifts for kids who are into dolls and their millennial moms.
  32. gifts
    The Expensive Toys That Are Actually Worth ItSplurge wisely.
  33. cyber monday
    The Gifts for Kids That Are on Sale for Cyber MondayVery good discounts on kid gifts from Magna-Tiles, Lovevery, Clixo, and American Girl.
  34. cyber monday
    The Best Cyber Monday Toy Deals, According to Our Toys WriterThere are discounts everything from Squishmallows and Magna-Tiles to LEGOs and American Girl.
  37. black friday
    The Best Black Friday Toy Deals, According to Our Toys WriterThere are discounts everything from Squishmallows and Magna-Tiles to LEGOs and American Girl.
  38. black friday
    The Best Early Black Friday Toy Deals, According to Our Toys WriterThe best discounts are on Magna-Tiles, LEGOs, Tonies, and American Girl.
  39. toys
    New Toys Alert: A New Play Kitchen With a Working SinkPlus Wicked toys worth holding space for and holiday Jellycat.
  40. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Toy StoreOur absolute favorite toys, from classic trains to Squishmallows.
  41. don’t dillydally
    New Toys Alert: Moana 2 Comes AshorePlus Captain Underpants and Ramona for your Toniebox.
  42. halloween
    18 Very Timely Halloween-Costume IdeasFrom Challengers’ final match to Anna Delvey and her ankle monitor on Dancing With the Stars.
  43. celebrity shopping
    What Kate McKinnon Can’t Live Without“I think if it were socially acceptable for everyone to carry a backpack in all situations, it would help our world.”
  44. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Baby Registry 100From marshmallowy newborn pajamas to an ultra-lightweight travel crib.
  45. strategist brain
    On My Mind: A Status Hoodie and Toddler ApronsWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  46. prime day
    Every Toy Worth Buying This October Prime Day (According to a Toy Writer)Including great discounts on LEGO, Melissa & Doug, Magna-Tiles, and Yoto.
  49. strategist round table
    Our Thoughts on Halloween Costumes“No costume is better than a half-assed costume.”
  50. prime day
    October Prime Day: Our Toy Writer Found Some Actually Good Early Toy DealsIncluding an excellent Melissa & Doug ice-cream counter, several gift-worthy books, and the 2024 LEGO City Advent calendar.
  51. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: Diptyque Office Supplies and Matilda Goad Mary JanesPlus: Saucony’s Gore Tex sneakers, Bratz Mean Girls, and Mustard’s new glass-front cabinets.
  52. celebrity shopping
    What Ms. Rachel Can’t Live WithoutMaybe it’s weird, but I just like having a clean tongue.
  53. pillows
    A Really Good Tempur-Pedic Pillow for Almost Half OffIts two-sided design works for side, back, and stomach sleepers all.
  54. kids’ fashion
    The Best Sneakers for Kids, According to Parents and Sneaker PeopleFrom tiny New Balances to classic Converse All Stars, plus a pair of unzip-and-step-in high-tops.
  55. don’t dillydally
    New Toys Alert: The Ms. Rachel Doll Has ArrivedPlus, Brio dino trains, Jack Skellington LEGOs, and the newest American Girl.
  56. kids’ fashion
    This J.Crew Kids’ Cardigan (That Could Work for Adults) Is Just $23The striped pointelle cardigan goes up to a size XXL.
  57. men’s activewear
    The Very Best Men’s Swim TrunksFlattering, comfortable, and quick-drying trunks you can wear both in and out of the water.
  58. the strategist 100
    The Strategist’s Menswear 100Our ideal complete wardrobe, from button-downs to boots.
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