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Lauren Ro joined the Strategist as a writer in 2018. She covers baby gear, design moments, and anything else related to the home, including a giant guide to flatware and all the best furniture.

  1. sales
    These Spring-y Toile Sheets From Urban Outfitters Are 29 Percent OffTake advantage of the Leap Day sales and get some new spring bedding.
  2. celebrity shopping
    What Joanna Goddard (Still) Can’t Live Without“I just love having different types of art in a room. It’s one of life’s great pleasures.”
  3. bathroom
    What Does GSM Mean for Towels?The higher the thread count, the more absorbent the towel.
  4. bedding
    What Does Thread Count Mean?The higher the thread count, the softer the sheet. But consider the material, too.
  5. sales
    This Is the Mattress Protector Our Home Writer Uses (and It’s 25 Percent Off)Guard your mattress from unwanted stains and fluids.
  6. furniture
    The 23 Very Best Coffee TablesInterior designers share their favorites, from acrylic to glass to marble styles.
  7. bedding
    What’s the Difference Between Percale and Sateen Sheets?It comes down to how the fabric is woven.
  8. sporting goods
    The 11 Best Bike Helmets for KidsComfy and cool designs they’ll actually want to wear.
  9. sales
    Our Favorite Dyson Vacuum for Pet Hair (and More) Is 35 Percent OffIt comes with seven accessories, including a crevice tool and a hair-screw tool.
  10. valentine’s day 2024
    30 (Non-Candy) Valentine’s Day Gifts for KidsIncluding a heart-shaped purse, DIY Valentine’s Day cards, and plenty of adorable plushies.
  11. saw something; said something
    The Quilters of Gee’s Bend Just Collaborated With TargetThe legendary collective of quilters in Alabama has created a small collection of bedding, apparel, and stationery.
  12. sales
    Our Favorite Bamboo Sheets Are 35 Percent Off Just for Strategist ReadersEverything else at Cozy Earth is also 35 percent off for Strategist readers only.
  13. celebrity shopping
    What Dominique Ansel Can’t Live Without“I love butter. I love it so much. The quality of this one is just exceptional, and the texture is great for making croissants.”
  14. celebrity shopping
    What Rosie Assoulin Can’t Live Without“I never really had any old-fashioned lipsticks in a gold case like this, so I just treasure it.”
  15. sales
    This Portable Sound Machine Is Nearly Half OffIt comes with 21 sounds and customized timers.
  16. men’s apparel
    This $8 Hanes Is the Closest Thing to a Threadbare Vintage TeeThe cotton-poly shirt is fitted with sleeves that are a hair shorter than most modern tees and a thick collar that actually cuts close to the neck.
  17. sales
    These $10 Gel Pens Would Make a Great Stocking StufferThey come in 14 colors and are perfect for planning and journaling.
  18. celebrity shopping
    What Lynda Carter Can’t Live Without“It is so used. It has been so washed. The dogs have been on it. It’s that old-lady robe. It’s so comfortable, so cozy.”
  19. men’s apparel
    The Hanes Sweatpants Stylist Law Roach Receives Every Christmas“Everybody knows, ‘Oh, that’s what Uncle Law loves.’”
  20. strategist round table
    7 Strategist Editors Discuss the Gifts They’re Getting Their KidsWe infiltrated the brain trust to find the best children’s gifts.
  21. kids’ fashion
    Ask the Strategist: I Want My Daughter to Look Like a ‘Haunted Victorian Doll’Help me find a dupe of this $700 velvet Bonpoint dress.
  22. sales
    Our Favorite Pillows for All Types of Sleepers Are Nearly 50 Percent OffStrategist readers save an extra 5 percent.
  23. celebrity shopping
    What Semisonic’s Dan Wilson Can’t Live Without“It’s like a Topanga Canyon hot chocolate — hot chocolate with an atmosphere of organic farming around it.”
  24. sales
    This Portable Deep-Cleaner Is 40 Percent OffThe compact machine can be used on rugs, upholstery, car interiors, and more.
  25. cyber monday 2023
    The Best Cyber Monday Bedding Deals, According to the Strategist’s Sheets ExpertEverything you need for the top of the bed.
  26. black friday 2023
    The Best Black Friday Bedding Deals, According to the Strategist’s Sheets ExpertEverything you need for the top of the bed.
  27. sales
    This (Highly Giftable) Toniebox Starter Kit Is 30 Percent OffIt’s like an audio babysitter for kids.
  28. celebrity shopping
    What Gavin Rossdale (Still) Can’t Live Without“I discovered these underwear through my kids. I dress like a child under these adult clothes.”
  29. celebrity shopping
    What Vanessa Hudgens Can’t Live Without “I’m very much a do it all myself type of girl. I don’t want to hire anyone to do anything. So I went on Amazon and I found these.”
  30. sales
    All Hanna Andersson Pajamas Are 50 Percent Off, Just in Time for the HolidaysStock up on cozy PJs for the entire family
  31. sales
    This Herbaceous, Giftable Candle From Boy Smells Is Just $25The earthy, tart scent will set the mood for fall festivities and feasts.
  32. sales
    This Plush Checkerboard Throw Blanket Is 40 Percent OffIt comes in several cheery colors and neutrals.
  33. celebrity shopping
    What Law Roach Can’t Live Without“Sometimes I’ll wear a pair of Hanes sweatpants with a great McQueen coat on top of it. Style shouldn’t be a monolith.”
  34. decor
    Does It Seem Like Everyone Has This Rug?It’s surprisingly affordable.
  35. furniture
    The 9 Very Best Bunk BedsFrom convertible to customizable options.
  36. celebrity shopping
    What Anna Biller Can’t Live Without“When I was a kid, I used to read a book walking down the street with my family — I just wanted to shut out the world. I’m still kind of like that.”
  37. celebrity shopping
    What Sofia Coppola Can’t Live Without“I love to start my day with a beautiful object and my favorite tea.”
  38. people watching
    The Backpacks 200 Manhattan High-School Students WoreThere were a lot of black JanSports.
  39. saw something said something
    I Found Out Who Made the Sexy Sheets in PassagesHint: They’re French.
  40. sales
    Our Favorite, Celebrity-Approved Sound Machine Is on Sale for $32It’s beloved by Eva Mendes and Samantha Irby.
  41. celebrity shopping
    What Rumer Willis Can’t Live Without“I go really bougie and get this glorious rose water from Erewhon and I fill up my Stanley cups with little rabbit-pellet ice.”
  42. sales
    Our Favorite Lightweight Dyson Stick Vacuum Is 30 Percent OffWeighing just 5.6 pounds, it’s great for pet hair, too.
  43. compulsive shopping
    I Can’t Stop Buying Sparkly Korean Dish ScrubbersThey’re the only sponges I use.
  44. baby gear
    The 8 Very Best High ChairsTo take you from the baby stage and beyond.
  45. organization
    The 20 Very Best Shoe OrganizersFeaturing a shoe cabinet that has survived four apartments.
  46. sales
    These Breezy Slip-On Sneakers Are 40 Percent OffPerfect for that transitional period between summer and fall.
  47. sales
    This Actually Breathable Weighted Blanket Is 30 Percent OffThe 100 percent cotton fabric and thinner profile make it a great choice for all seasons.
  48. gifts
    The Best Housewarming Gifts, According to Cool Homeowners (and Renters)From Ottessa Moshfegh’s favorite incense to fancy salt and delicious-smelling hand soap.
  49. furniture
    The Very Best Metal Bed FramesIncluding canopies, bright colors, and high clearance for extra storage.
  50. sales
    This Tempur-Pedic Pillow for All Kinds of Sleepers Is Nearly Half-OffThe dual-sided pillow works for back, stomach, and side sleepers.
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