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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
    Some Really Great Target Sheets Are Just $52 TodayThey’re made of a soft, brushed cotton and come in five neutral colors.
  2. ask the strategist
    Are There Any Non-Office-y Wall Calendars?We found some design-forward dry-erase and paper options that you won’t mind putting up.
  3. sales
    This 24-Pack of Pastel Sharpies Is Over 60 Percent OffGreat for school or the office.
  4. best of new york
    The Best Vintage-Furniture Stores in New YorkFor walnut dressers, Cassina gems, and more.
  5. kids and babies
    Who Makes These Daisy-Print Kids’ Pants I See All Over Instagram?Reverse-Google-image-searching led me to the (unlikely) source.
  6. decor
    Red Rugs Are Taking Over Tasteful InteriorsIs red the new neutral?
  7. sales
    This Festive Tasseled Throw Blanket From Jungalow Is Over Half OffAdd a little texture — and color — to your couch.
  8. prime day 2023
    We’re Seeing Up to 50 Percent Off on Certain Home DealsSave on everything for your space, from beds to bidets.
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    Our Favorite Brooklinen Linen Sheets Are 20 Percent OffGet a cooler night’s sleep this summer.
  10. furniture
    The 21 Very Best Bedroom BenchesA bedroom bench is one of those pieces that can tie a whole space together while also being functional — just don’t pile your dirty clothes on it.
  11. women’s fashion
    What Is the Best Sun Hat?From resort-worthy straw hats to no-fuss bucket hats to classic baseball caps.
  12. sales
    Our Favorite Sound Machine Is 26 Percent Off TodayThe continuous, soothing white noise comes from a mechanical fan.
  13. worth it
    The Japanese Toilet That Laura Geller Bought When She Made It“It would be a memorable experience to have when they think of my home.”
  14. worth it
    What 15 Famous People Bought Themselves When They Made ItFrom a $40 hardcover book to a $4,100 toilet.
  15. celebrity shopping
    What Musician Yaeji Can’t Live WithoutIncluding Japanese eye drops, a plushy, and a vintage camcorder.
  16. strategist chats
    How Our Editors Found 41 Impassioned Noguchi OwnersBehind our status lamp investigation.
  17. father’s day 2023
    The Cheapest, Nicest Gifts for Dads From the Most Expensive BrandsEven the most hard-to-please parent can’t resist a Prada water bottle.
  18. decor
    The Next Noguchi Is a Basket LampSurveying the lampscape.
  19. in situ
    Steal My Noguchi41 Akari lamps of all shapes and sizes as seen glowing in their passionate owners’ homes.
  20. sales
    Get Summer-Ready With Our Favorite Starter Linen Sheets, Now 20 Percent OffBrooklinen’s Linen Core Set will keep you cool at night.
  21. saw something said something
    The Rarely on-Sale Mason Pearson Hairbrushes Are (Almost) Half-Off at Costco“While supplies last.”
  22. decor
    The Best Wall Sconces (Under $500), According to Interior DesignersIn addition to saving space, wall sconces can make a room more functional, dimensional, and, of course, brighter.
  23. decor
    The Best Under-$1,000 Pendants and Chandeliers, According to DesignersWith options for the living room, bedroom, dining room, entryway — and even some for homes with perilously low, eight-feet-or-under ceilings.
  24. sales
    Our Favorite Fluffy Bathrobe Is 25 Percent Off TodayBrooklinen’s Super-Plush bathrobes are as comfy as they are thirsty.
  25. outdoor leisure
    The 12 Very Best Patio SetsOutdoor furniture to turn your deck into an oasis.
  26. saw something said something
    I ID’d Kendall Roy’s $12,700 Nesting Coffee TablesAs well as his $31,800 velvet sofa and $29M penthouse
  27. strategist hive mind
    51 Etsy Shopping TipsAn accumulation of proclamations and well-sourced recommendations from the Strategist staff.
  28. now that i know better
    How I’d Redo My Baby Registry After Having a Second KidI’d add splurgy diapers and a Moses basket.
  29. cleaning
    The 12 Best Natural Cleaning ProductsIncluding all-purpose cleaners and more specific options for the kitchen, the bathroom, and hardwood floors.
  30. kids and babies
    The Very Best Sun-Protective Clothing for Kids and BabiesIncluding styles for newborns and kids as old as 16.
  31. now that i know better
    How I’d Redo My Baby Registry: With a Japanese Oatmeal Bath and an Airplane BedAmerie shares the essentials she still uses with her son, River.
  32. sales
    These Designer-Approved Sateen Sheets Are Under $50 TodayRefresh your bedding for spring with this affordable set.
  33. sales
    These Spring-y PJs From Hanna Andersson Are Over 30 Percent OffChoose from several cheery, Easter-themed patterns.
  34. hair tools
    I Can’t Stop Buying ‘Yoga’ Claw ClipsI’ve found a claw that’s far superior to everything else I’ve used.
  35. sales
    This Spring-Ready Floral Duvet Cover Is 30 Percent OffGet a head start on your seasonal refresh with some new bedding.
  36. furniture
    What Do You Do When a Company Owes You a Couch?The answer is complicated, but you have a few options.
  37. sales
    This Wellness-Focused Planner From Celebrity-Favorite Ban.do Is Half OffIt’s never too late to start taking care of yourself.
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    This Cottagecore Set of Napkins and Placemats Is 25 Percent OffInstantly upgrade your dining table with these checked cloth napkins and placemats
  39. decor
    29 Living-Room Décor Accents From Black-Owned BusinessesFrom accent pillows to handmade baskets for organizing your keepsakes.
  40. sales
    These Gorgeous Valentine’s Day Bouquets Are 20 Percent Off (Or More)Save 20 percent off with a Strategist-exclusive code at UrbanStems.
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    These Comfy Waffle Booties From Parachute Are Nearly Half OffThey’re made from long-staple Turkish cotton, just like brand’s waffle robe.
  42. sales
    This Cheery, Celebrity-Approved Notebook Is Just $9It’s compact but not too small and perfect for slipping into a tote bag or keeping by your laptop.
  43. in situ
    Steal My BookshelfA selection of shoppable shelves, photographed by their passionate owners.
  44. fitness
    This App Gave Me My No-Nonsense Trainer, MicaelaSince July, I’ve completed 85 workouts, burned 15,000 calories, and lost 11 pounds.
  45. sales
    This Warm-Water Bidet Is Just $99 TodayThere’s nothing like water to cleanse your bottom after you’ve taken a trip to the loo.
  46. strategist hive mind
    63 Holiday Shopping TipsHoliday-related proclamations and well-sourced recommendations from the Strategist’s staff and contributors.
  47. celebrity shopping
    What LeAnn Rimes Can’t Live Without“I don’t love doing my hair and spending a lot of time on it, so when I go onstage, I just throw on a hat on.”
  48. sleep
    The Best Matching Holiday Pajamas for Every Type of FamilyThere’s something for everyone — including pets.
  49. baby gear
    These Diapers From Target Are a Coterie DupeMillie Moon makes equally plush diapers for half the price.
  50. deal of the day
    Our Favorite Sateen Sheets Are 15 Percent Off TodayGet cozy for fall with these tried-and-true Brooklinen sheets.
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