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Best in Class

Best in Class is the Strategist’s carefully curated series of rigorously vetted flagship shopping guides. Here’s a detailed look at how we curate each guide.

  1. men’s accessories
    The 16 Very Best Gloves for MenFor everything from texting and running to chopping wood and shoveling snow.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  2. adult
    We Tested 21 Fancy Vibrators to Find the Best“While it is pricey, if it ever broke, I would go without groceries to buy a new one.”
    By Dominique Pariso
  3. packing and gear
    The 11 Very Best Travel PillowsBecause in-flight sleep is possible, even in the middle seat.
    By Katherine Gillespie
  4. adult
    23 of the Very Best Sex Toys for CouplesAny sex toy can be a couples sex toy, but these are specifically designed for you and a partner.
    By Dominique Pariso
  5. furniture
    The 14 Very Best Ergonomic Office ChairsThe best ergonomic chairs, including conventional office chairs, balance-ball chairs, kneeling chairs, and even (space-saving) ergonomic stools.
    By Dominique Pariso
  6. beauty tools
    The 11 Very Best Lighted Makeup MirrorsNever walk outside with mismatched foundation again.
    By Kitty Guo
  7. luggage
    The 10 Very Best Pieces of Rolling Luggage“It has survived being dragged across sand, dirt, and cobblestones.”
    By Katherine Gillespie
  8. men’s apparel
    The 9 Very Best Men’s Cashmere SweatersIncluding classic cable knits and less traditional prints.
    By Arielle Avila and Brenley Goertzen
  9. women’s accessories
    The 12 Very Best Winter Gloves and Mittens for WomenWhether you’re grabbing a ski pole or a G-train pole.
    By Katherine Gillespie
  10. dental care
    The 8 Very Best Over-the-Counter Mouth Guards for Teeth Grinders“Teeth are stupid” — so they need a little extra support sometimes.
    By Arielle Avila
  11. decor
    The Very Best-Smelling CandlesIncluding one that smells like a ripe tomato vine.
    By Tembe Denton-Hurst
  12. 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.
    By Liza Corsillo and Anna Yeo
  13. air quality
    The 6 Very Best HumidifiersThey’re the ones that are easiest to clean.
    By Michael Zhao
  14. vacuums
    The 6 Very Best Robot Vacuum CleanersThe best robot vacuums to keep your floors squeaky clean, according to our tech writer.
    By Jordan McMahon
  15. bedding
    The 22 Very Best BedsheetsIncluding cotton-percale, linen, sateen, silk, and jersey options, plus a handful made of alternative fabrics like bamboo.
    By Lauren Ro
  16. bedding
    The 10 Very Best Comforters“Feel nestled in an airy but cozy canopy.”
    By Lauren Ro
  17. pillows
    The 7 Very Best Memory-Foam PillowsMemory-foam pillows that feel like a hug for your head.
    By Amelia Jerden
  18. women’s apparel
    The 10 Very Best Trench Coats for Women“Throw this on and you’ll feel a little like Humphrey Bogart and a lot like Jane Fonda.”
    By Brenley Goertzen
  19. mattresses
    The 7 Very Best Air MattressesAir mattresses your guests will be happy to sleep on.
    By Amelia Jerden
  20. moisturizers
    The 14 Very Best Moisturizers for Dry SkinHyaluronic acid is your best friend.
    By Tembe Denton-Hurst
  21. furniture
    The 14 Very Best Bed FramesIncluding solid-wood beds and upholstered wingback styles — with lots at less than $1,000.
    By Lauren Ro
  22. baby gear
    The 14 Very Best Play Mats for Babies and KidsAll look just as good in the nursery as they do in the living room.
    By Lauren Ro
  23. skin-care treatments
    The Very Best Skin-Care Products for Redness and RosaceaFrom creams and cleansers to serums and sunscreens.
    By Rachael Griffiths
  24. furniture
    The 13 Very Best Platform BedsIncluding beds with (or without) headboards, styles that fold up for easy storage, and frames that you can customize to your own liking.
    By Lauren Ro
  25. gaming
    The 6 Very Best Handheld Game ConsolesFor gaming anywhere.
    By Jordan McMahon
  26. speakers
    The 6 Very Best TurntablesListening to vinyl doesn’t have to be intimidating — we tested turntables and talked to experts to find the best ones to spin your collection.
    By Jordan McMahon
  27. bath and body
    The Very Best Body ScrubsIncluding the formulas favored by actress Ayo Edebiri and fitness guru Tracy Anderson.
    By Brenley Goertzen
  28. productivity
    31 of the Very Best PlannersIncluding daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly options to help you get things done.
    By Dominique Pariso
  29. adult
    34 of the Very Best VibratorsAccording to sex experts, shop owners, and professional reviewers.
    By Dominique Pariso
  30. moisturizers
    The 13 Very Best Night CreamsIncluding options for skin that’s acne-prone, dry, normal, or aging.
    By Tembe Denton-Hurst
  31. shampoo and conditioner
    The 11 Very Best Conditioners“The reparative work this does is second to none.”
    By Rachael Griffiths
  32. men’s shoes
    The 10 Very Best Slippers for MenIncluding breathable slides and sheepskin-lined booties.
    By Brenley Goertzen and Arielle Avilla
  33. women’s apparel
    The Very Best ShapewearSpanx isn’t the only option, but it’s a favorite for a reason.
    By Ambar Pardilla
  34. women’s shoes
    The 12 Very Best Chelsea Boots for WomenOne pair is versatile enough to wear to the ballet — and then on a hike.
    By Ambar Pardilla
  35. eyes
    The 29 Very Best MascarasIncluding lengthening, volumizing, cruelty-free, and waterproof options.
    By Kitty Guo
  36. cleaning
    The 8 Very Best Clothes SteamersFrom a travel steamer the size of a Hydro Flask to the workhorse standing unit found in every costume shop and department store.
    By Erin Schwartz
  37. headphones
    The 8 Very Best Wireless EarbudsWe tested many pairs, and these are our favorites.
    By Jordan McMahon
  38. decor
    The Very Best Throw BlanketsIncluding classic wool coverlets, a luxurious mohair throw, and the softest faux-fur blankets.
    By Lauren Ro
  39. decor
    The Very Best Area RugsNot only are they well made, they feel plush underfoot and look fantastic.
    By Lauren Ro
  40. women’s apparel
    The 11 Very Best Jeans for WomenNo stone (wash) was left unturned.
    By Ambar Pardilla
  41. bedding
    The 10 Very Best Mattress ProtectorsBecause your mattress isn’t washing-machine-friendly.
    By Amelia Jerden
  42. mattresses
    The 7 Very Best Box SpringsA good box spring should do a few things: provide support for your mattress, improve airflow, and raise your bed to a more comfortable height.
    By Amelia Jerden
  43. women’s apparel
    The 16 Very Best BrasFrom everyday T-shirt styles to special-occasion strapless.
    By Ambar Pardilla
  44. outdoor leisure
    15 of the Very Best Water BottlesAlways be hydrating.
    By Emma Wartzman
  45. Woman is putting the bedding cover or mattress pad on the bed or putting off for cleaning process.
    bedding
    The Best Anti-Bedbug Mattress, Box-Spring, and Pillow CoversThe pest-control pros weigh in.
    By Bella Druckman
  46. adult
    The 13 Very Best Air-Suction Sex ToysDesigned to surround the clitoris, air-suction toys emit pulses of air or sound waves to stimulate it, “resulting in a much fuller orgasm.”
    By Dominique Pariso
  47. adult
    28 of the Very Best Sex Toys for MenIt’s time to get familiar with the P-spot.
    By Dominique Pariso
  48. small appliances
    9 of the Very Best BlendersPowerful machines to make smoothies, soups, nut butters, sauces, salsas, dressings, and more.
    By Emma Wartzman
  49. women’s apparel
    The 10 Very Best Black Work Pants for WomenFor your nine-to-five (and beyond).
    By Ambar Pardilla
  50. food and drinks
    11 of the Very Best Matcha PowdersWe asked matcha drinkers and bakers about their favorite tins.
    By Emma Wartzman
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