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  1. decor
    Ask the Strategist: What’s the Next Tissue-Box Holder?Surprisingly, we found some tasteful options.
    By Jenna Milliner-Waddell
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    Ask the Strategist: Gifts for New MumsFrom food delivery kits to the softest muslins.
    By Ailbhe Malone
  3. electronics
    Ask the Strategist: Where Do I Find Stylish Mouse Pads?Turn you desk into something that’ll spark a little joy.
    By Jordan Bowman
  4. outdoor leisure
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    Ask the Strategist: What Are Some Yeti Cooler Alternatives?Including two options from a VSCO-girl status brand.
    By Dominique Pariso
  5. organization
    What Are the Best Over-the-Fridge Organizing Options?We help a Strategist reader organize the top of their fridge with a few easy tips from jars to extendable shelves to baskets.
    By Nikita Richardson
  6. furniture
    What Are Some Affordable Stone Coffee Tables?“I’ve been searching everywhere and can’t find anything that doesn’t have cheap college-apartment vibes.”
    By Hilary Reid
  7. organization
    Ask the Strategist: What Are Some Cute Hooks to Hang Masks on by a Door?We found 20 nice-looking storage solutions for the accessory that’s now as essential as your phone, wallet, and keys.
    By Lauren Ro
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    Ask the Strategist: Bulk-Buy Shampoo and SPF Moisturiser EditionIn our new advice column, we take your shopping questions and quiz friends, call up experts, and draw from personal experience to answer them.
    By Chris Mandle
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    Ask the Strategist: Plus-Size Women’s Clothing EditionIn our new advice column, we take your shopping questions and scour friends, call up experts, and draw from personal experience to answer them.
    By Ailbhe Malone
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    The Best Birthday Gifts (When You’re Quarantined Together)No party? No problem.
    By The Editors
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    ‘I’m an ER Doctor. How Can I Keep My N95 Mask From Irritating My Skin?’“What products should I use to protect my skin from the gear I wear to protect myself and others?”
    By Tembe Denton-Hurst and Rio Viera-Newton
  12. women’s shoes
    Working Boots
    Ask the Strategist: Where Can I Get Sleek Black Lace-up Boots for Around $200?We answer a reader’s call to find lace-up, weatherproof black boots that also look sleek (read: no duck boots).
    By Lauren Ro
  13. style
    Ask the Strategist: Can You Find Me a ‘Cool’ Puffer Jacket for $180 or Less?We come to the aid of a sartorially challenged reader looking for a “short, cool puffer jacket that basically goes with everything.”
    By Hilary Reid
  14. electronics
    Ask The Strategist: Where Can I Get That Laptop Case From Always Be My Maybe?The green-marble case is actually from Amazon — and costs less than $20.
    By Liza Corsillo
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    Ask the Strategist: Please Queer-Eye My Boyfriend“The emo kid in him thinks a lot of men’s fashion is too square or boring.”
    By Liza Corsillo
  16. massagers and recovery
    Ask the Strategist: What Do I Need When Recovering From Surgery?Much more useful than flowers and a balloon
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  17. bedding
    Ask the Strategist: Help Me Find an Alternative to This Sold-Out Duvet Cover?The Strategist helps a reader on her quest to find the perfect blue-gray duvet cover.
    By Lauren Ro
  18. men
    Ask Strat: What Should I Get My Impossible-to-Please Boyfriend?He owns Yves Saint Laurent and I can spend $300.
    By Jason Chen
  19. makeup
    Ask Strat: What’s Manon’s Lipstick from the Great British Baking Show?“It’s a red-pink hybrid, like some sort of tropical Hawaiian Punch situation.”
    By Lori Keong
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    Ask the Strategist: What’s the Best-Looking Modern Menorah?Minimalist and modern options for Hanukkah 2018.
    By Sonia Weiser
  21. productivity
    Ask the Strat: What’s the Best Work Portfolio?One that’s professional and stylish.
    By Lori Keong
  22. women’s apparel
    Ask the Strategist: Where Can I Find a Petite Cashmere Hoodie?Our under-five-foot writer tested seven ultracozy hoodies to find out.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
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    Who Makes Maya Rudolph’s Clogs on Forever?“I guess if I died and went to heaven, I’d want to be wearing clogs.”
    By Liza Corsillo
  24. kitchen
    Ask the Strategist: Where Can I Get the Yellow Pot From ‘Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat’?Turns out, this aspirational, mid-century-inspired Dutch oven is actually affordable.
    By Maxine Builder
  25. furniture
    Ask the Strategist: What Is the Best Lounge Chair With Back Support?From design-y recliners to modern wingbacks.
    By Lori Keong
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    Ask the Strategist: What’s the Best Baby Gear for Twins?We talked with four parents of twins to find out.
    By Maxine Builder
  27. cleaning
    Ask the Strategist: Are There Any Good Dry-cleaning Alternatives?Read on for CliffsNotes from laundry camp.
    By Lauren Levy
  28. small appliances
    Ask the Strategist: Is There a Toaster That Will Fit My Artisan Bread?“When I buy nice breads from the bakery, they don’t fit in my regular toaster … but I need them toasted.”
    By Lauren Levy
  29. style
    Ask the Strategist: I Need Sunglasses That Aren’t Going to Slide Down My Face!There’s a lot more out there than Warby Parker’s five pairs of low-bridge frames.
    By Lauren Levy
  30. dogs
    Ask the Strategist: I’m Dying for Cool, Fashionable Dog AccessoriesI’m not a regular dog mom, I’m a cool dog mom.
    By Lauren Levy
  31. lips
    Ask the Strategist: What’s the Best Long-lasting Natural Lipstick?We found five.
    By Lauren Levy
  32. women’s apparel
    Ask the Strategist: I Want an Oversize Jean Jacket Like the Cool GirlsDenim for all.
    By Lauren Levy
  33. dining and entertaining
    Ask the Strategist: Where Do I Find Basic-But-Cool Ceramic Plates?Including the ceramics they use at New York City’s De Maria.
    By Maxine Builder
  34. men’s apparel
    Ask the Strategist: I’m a Man and I Want High-Waisted Jeans“I recently discovered one of the many secrets women keep from us: that high-waisted jeans are comfortable and flattering.”
    By Lauren Levy
  35. dental care
    Ask the Strategist: Can You Help Me Find a Travel Toothbrush?Lucky you, I recently learned about the best one.
    By Lauren Levy
  36. Ask the Strategist: Where Can I find an Office Cardigan That’s Not Offensive?To help you prepare for summer air-conditioning.
    By Katy Schneider
  37. decor
    Ask the Strategist: Can You Help Me Find Vases for Spring Plants and Flowers?Give those tulips a beautiful home.
    By Lauren Levy
  38. men’s fashion
    Ask the Strategist: What’s the Best Mid-Weight Men’s Jacket?“I think the problem I have is that so many light to mid-weight male jackets feel like masculine drag for people who live in cities.”
    By Lauren Levy
  39. decor
    Ask the Strategist: Help! I Need a Mid-Century Boho Minimalist Life!Quirky minimalism for every room in the house.
    By Lauren Levy
  40. men’s fashion
    Ask the Strategist: What Tank Top Would a Male Model Wear?Specifically, Miles McMillan.
    By Lauren Levy
  41. lip balms and treatments
    Ask the Strategist: What’s the Best Tinted Lip Balm With SPF?We’re ready for more sun.
    By Lauren Levy
  42. footcare
    Ask the Strategist: How Do I Make My Uncomfortable Shoes More Comfortable?Some tricks for at-home shoe repair.
    By Lauren Levy
  43. style
    Ask the Strategist: Where Can I Find Greta Gerwig’s Fanny Pack?If your biggest questions post–Lady Bird were about a fanny pack, we’ve got answers for you.
    By Lauren Levy
  44. hair
    Ask the Strategist: How Should I Treat My Dry Scalp?Try these doctor-recommended shampoos, to start.
    By Lauren Levy
  45. women’s accessories
    Ask the Strategist: Where Can I Find Clip-on Earrings?In this very post is where.
    By Lauren Levy
  46. style
    Ask the Strategist: Do You Know of Any Warm, Cheap Snow Boots?As a matter of fact, we’ve got a whole bunch for under $75.
    By Lauren Levy
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    Ask the Strategist: What Are the Best YA Novels for 11-Year-Olds?Ask the Strategist: What Are the Best YA Novels for 11-Year-Olds?
    By Lauren Levy
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    Ask the Strategist: What Are the Best Affordable Bed Frames and Storage Beds?Everything but the Malm.
    By Lauren Schwartzberg
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    Ask the Strategist: Who Makes Veronica’s Cape on ‘Riverdale’?“To me, it showcases that Veronica stems from wealth and power.”
    By Lauren Schwartzberg
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    Ask the Strategist: What Are the Best Black-tie Gowns Under $100?Looking fancy, on a budget.
    By Lauren Schwartzberg
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