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Liza Corsillo

Senior Writer, the Strategist
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Liza Corsillo is a senior writer at the Strategist who covers kids’ toys, men’s style, and personal care (including face masks). She is a former writer for GQ and an accomplished illustrator.

  1. celebrity shopping
    What Ms. Rachel Can’t Live WithoutMaybe it’s weird, but I just like having a clean tongue.
  2. baby gear
    The 7 Very Best Double StrollersFrom a do-everything convertible stroller to a lightweight one that only weighs 23 pounds.
  3. pillows
    A Really Good Tempur-Pedic Pillow for Almost Half OffIts two-sided design works for side, back, and stomach sleepers all.
  4. baby gear
    The Very Best StrollersIncluding our all-time favorite full-size stroller, strollers light enough to carry up stairs, and an all-terrain modular system.
  5. kids’ fashion
    The Best Sneakers for Kids, According to Parents and Sneaker PeopleFrom tiny New Balances to classic Converse All Stars, plus a pair of unzip-and-step-in high-tops.
  6. don’t dillydally
    New Toys Alert: The Ms. Rachel Doll Has ArrivedPlus, Brio dino trains, Jack Skellington LEGOs, and the newest American Girl.
  7. kids’ fashion
    This J.Crew Kids’ Cardigan (That Could Work for Adults) Is Just $23The striped pointelle cardigan goes up to a size XXL.
  8. women’s apparel
    The 9 Very Best Black T-shirts for WomenIncluding boxy, cropped, scoop-necked, and vintage-looking styles.
  9. baby gear
    The Very Best Jogging StrollersJogging strollers with the smoothest push, the comfiest seats, and the best safety features to help you get out and run.
  10. baby gear
    The 6 Very Best Hands-Free Pumping BrasPumping bras that make the process more tolerable.
  11. men’s activewear
    The Very Best Men’s Swim TrunksFlattering, comfortable, and quick-drying trunks you can wear both in and out of the water.
  12. the strategist 100
    The Strategist’s Menswear 100Our ideal complete wardrobe, from button-downs to boots.
  13. women’s apparel
    The 13 Very Best White T-shirts for Women“These are the retail equivalent of no-makeup makeup.”
  14. don’t dillydally
    New Toys Alert: Bubble-Tea Barbies and Mini Magna-TilesPlus, pre-orders are open for this year’s Lego Advent Calendars.
  15. celebrity shopping
    What Michelle Buteau Can’t Live Without“I can fit a few in a pocket or in my bra and pull them out for a nice little treat.”
  16. women’s apparel
    I Swam (and Sat in Sand) in 5 Crinkle Swimsuits to Find the Best OneHow does a one-size-fits-most swimsuit even work? (Better than I expected.)
  17. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: Wicked Legos and Pleasing BagsPlus an updated Yoyo stroller and Dyson headphones.
  18. baby sleep
    Our Favorite Swaddles (of the 29 We’ve Tried)“I purchased many a sleep sack at 3 a.m., and time and time again, nothing was able to beat the Halo.”
  19. kids and babies
    The Best Kids’ Shoes for Summer Are on SaleNatives in lots of colors and sizes for as low as $25.
  20. this thing’s incredible
    My Hair Is Just Doing Better Because of This BrushEvery time a friend or a colleague sees it, I get a compliment.
  21. celebrity shopping
    What Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez Can’t Live Without“Any photos from the Olympics of me as a teenager with eyeliner on, it’s this one.”
  22. shoes
    Strategist Face-Off: Tevas vs. ChacosA showdown between two staff writers and their favorite “adventure sandals.”
  23. toys
    New Toys Alert: 1974 Hello Kitty and Harry Potter PotionsPlus, artist Phoebe Wahl’s circus-themed playsilks.
  24. amazon prime day 2024
    The 65 Best Prime Day Deals for Kids and BabiesActually good sales on baby gear, toys, and gifts for tweens.
  25. amazon prime day 2024
    Big Ticket, Worth It: The Graco Extend2Fit Convertible Car SeatOne car seat for just $130 that’ll last from infancy through elementary school.
  26. toys
    Capybaras Are the New AxolotlsThe giant but cuddly South American rodent is the new status stuffed animal.
  27. women’s apparel
    This Is the Best Sock Height, ActuallyAnd it’s neither ankle nor crew.
  28. women’s apparel
    The Gap Linen Minidress I Bought Twice Is Just $34I have owned this dress just over a week and already worn it three times.
  29. men’s apparel
    The Very Best Men’s ChinosIncluding a vintage-inspired Buck Mason option, a classic pair for around $50, and a very on-trend relaxed fit with pleats.
  30. style
    What to Buy From Gap’s Summer Sale on SaleCotton and linen basics, plus one very unbasic gingham minidress.
  31. don’t dillydally
    New Stuff Alert: An Ultrafragola-esque Phone Case and Super Smalls BeadsPlus J.Crew Team USA gear.
  32. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads, According to Outdoorsy DadsFrom a classy pocketknife to a 20-can cooler.
  33. furniture
    My Hunt for a Nice-Looking (and Shallow) Kitchen CabinetCounter-height, toddler friendly, and shallow enough to fit in my narrow galley kitchen.
  34. baby gear
    The Very Best Booster SeatsHigh-back boosters, backless boosters, and ones that convert from a five-point harness to an adult seat belt once your kid is ready.
  35. how i pick my picks
    A Toy Tester’s FAO Schwarz Wish ListSenior writer and toy expert Liza Corsillo tells us how she picks her picks.
  36. women’s aparrel
    Everything We Want to Buy From the Dôen x Gap CollaborationWe tried on the clothes IRL to find the clear winners.
  37. bedding
    The Strategist Guide to Making a BedColorful sheets are in; tucked-in sheets are out.
  38. gifts
    The Best Mother’s Day Gifts Under $100 for New MomsFrom personalized jewelry and cozy slippers to an excellent bathrobe and compression socks.
  39. celebrity shopping
    What Todd Selby Can’t Live Without“I definitely overdo it because that’s the most fun.”
  40. don’t dillydally
    9 Things That’ll Almost Definitely Sell Out: From Sandy Liang to BlueyIncluding new dog gear from Hay and a lipstick-red leather bag from Rouje and Dragon Diffusion.
  41. baby gear
    It’s My Work-Diapers Backpack-ToteThis trapezoid-shaped bag from LeSportsac is the only bag I reach for these days.
  42. deal of the day
    J.Crew’s 100 Percent Irish Linen Button-Downs Are Just $75 TodayGet the prep appeal of an Oxford with a more relaxed summer-in-Sicily — or Galway — vibe, for 25 percent off.
  43. health
    How to Watch the Solar Eclipse Without Burning Your EyesWatching a total solar eclipse can be thrilling; here are the eclipse glasses and other expert-recommended gear you can use to do it safely.
  44. best of new york
    The Best Therapists in New YorkWe asked 27 notable New Yorkers about their therapists and are publishing their referrals in their own words.
  45. now that i know better
    How I’d Redo My Baby Registry: With a Stroller That’s Easier to PushI’d also ask for angled breast-pump flanges, which are much more comfortable to use.
  46. health
    What Is Mask Filtration Efficiency?N95, KN95, and KF94 masks are rated according to how much nasty stuff they can block.
  47. now that i know better
    How Hilary Swank Would Redo Her Baby Registry“I’m never afraid my milk will go bad, even if I can’t get it into a refrigerator.”
  48. dogs
    The 13 Very Best Dog LeashesVet- and trainer-approved leashes for everyday walks, late-night outings, and even jogs.
  49. women’s apparel
    What Is Tencel?And how is it different from lyocell and modal?
  50. dogs
    The 11 Very Best Dog FoodsDry, wet, dehydrated, human-grade and more — we found dog foods for every pup’s needs.
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