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Ambar Pardilla

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Ambar Pardilla joined the Strategist as a writer in 2021 and before that worked at NBC and HuffPost. She covers women’s fashion and home organization.

  1. gifts
    The Best Birthday Gifts for FriendsThere’s something for everyone in the group chat — including the friend who’s a World of Interiors subscriber and prefers Pilates to SoulCycle.
  2. deal of the day
    These Dietitian-Approved, Rarely on Sale Vitamins Are 30 Percent Off NowIt’s time to finally upgrade your Flintstones gummies.
  3. year in review
    The Revlon Oil-Control Roller Is the Best Thing I Bought This YearMy face doesn’t look like a melting Goober candle anymore.
  4. micro sales
    12 Things on Sale You’ll Actually Want to Buy: From Revlon to Ralph LaurenIncluding Everlane mom jeans with the highest of high rises and a barely-there bra from Natori.
  5. deal of the day
    This Yogi-Approved Yoga Mat Is Almost Half Off (and Arrives for Christmas)Last-minute shoppers, here’s a self-care gift that’ll arrive in time.
  6. deal of the day
    This Smart Photo Frame Is on Sale (and Would Make a Great Gift)For the photo-book hoarder you know and love.
  7. gifts
    The Best Gifts to Buy Before They Sell Out, According to Trend ForecastersThis year’s top gifts include face-firming skin care, bright balaclavas, and knitwear as the next phase of loungewear.
  8. cyber monday 2021
    All the Best Walmart Cyber Monday DealsWalmart’s Cyber Monday sale includes deals on a Dyson vacuum, Apple AirPods, and more.
  9. black friday 2021
    All the Best Walmart Black Friday DealsWalmart’s Black Friday 2021 sale includes deals on a Dyson vacuum, Apple AirPods, and more.
  10. deal of the day
    The Away Carry-on Is on Sale for Cyber WeekOne travel writer told us this carry-on fits in “small island-hopper overheads or inter-European airlines like EasyJet and Ryanair.”
  11. cleansers
    The Best Face Scrubs, According to Dermatologists and FacialistsLeave your OG St. Ives Apricot Scrub behind.
  12. decor
    The Best Halloween Decorations and Props, According to Haunted-House ProsAll the tricks to turn your home into a haunted one from haunted-house pros.
  13. grooming
    How to Take Care of a Bald Head, According to ExpertsThink of caring for a bald head as steps in a skin-care routine.
  14. decor
    The New Trend in Candle Scents Is Heirloom TomatoThese late-summer-inspired candles are a welcome antidote to fall’s influx of pumpkin spice.
  15. decor
    Home Depot’s 12-Foot Skeleton Is Sold Out (Again), But We Found Some Great DupesSpoiler alert: The next-tallest skeleton stands at eight feet.
  16. giving back
    20 Organizations Fighting the Texas Abortion BanA list of organizations that are fighting for abortion access in Texas.
  17. women’s fashion
    What Are the Best Button-downs for Bigger Busts?Good-bye, boob gap.
  18. giving back
    13 Ways to Donate to Haitian Earthquake ReliefA list of organizations where you can donate to help with earthquake relief in Haiti.
  19. footcare
    This Stretcher Makes Too-Tight Shoes Feel Broken In OvernightFinally, enough room to wiggle my toes.
  20. office
    The Best Teacher Planners, According to TeachersPlan ahead (and don’t forget about those after-school appointments).
  21. health
    The Best Ergonomic Keyboards and Mouses to Prevent Wrist PainNot all ergonomic products are made equal.
  22. garden
    1950s 1960sOMAN’S HANDS...
    The Best Potting Soil for Every Type of Plant, According to ExpertsIt’s all about the prep when it comes to plants.
  23. footcare
    The Best Athlete’s Foot Treatments, According to Podiatrists and DermatologistsDon’t sweat it — here’s how to treat athlete’s foot.
  24. home
    Electric Fan in Window
    The Best Window Fans, According to Hardware Store OwnersYou could say they’re big … fans.
  25. air quality
    The Best Smart Air Conditioners, According to Home-Cooling ExpertsCool off with portable and window units, along with gadgets you can use to make most “dumb” ACs smart ones.