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gifts June 26, 2020

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What Are the Best Gifts for Backyard Astronomers and Space Enthusiasts?“I would not recommend buying or naming a star after them … that is a gimmick.”

By Hilary Reid

women’s fashion June 17, 2020

What’s the Best Tote Bag?Ten totes that aren’t the New Yorker tote.

By Hilary Reid and Lauren Levy

father’s day 2020 June 15, 2020

The Best Jewelry Gifts for Dad, According to Stylists and Cool DadsIncluding rings, necklaces, bracelets, and more “Mewelry” for every dad.

By Jenna Milliner-Waddell

outdoor leisure June 9, 2020

The Best Outdoor Dining Sets, According to ExpertsFrom petite bistro-style sets to larger picnic tables, any will make your outdoor space a place you’ll want to linger longer.

By Lauren Ro

office accessories May 29, 2020

What’s the Best Stationery?“I’ve been writing letters to friends for the first time since email was invented.”

By Hilary Reid

hobby and craft May 29, 2020

The Best Coursera Classes, According to Coursera StudentsTwenty-two students of the college-level digital learning platform share their favorite courses on writing, marketing, graphic design, and more.

By Louis Cheslaw

productivity May 21, 2020

17 Authors on Their 18 Favorite (Soothing) Audiobooks to Listen ToIncluding Diane Keaton reading Joan Didion, Nicole Kidman reading Virginia Woolf, and Armie Hammer reading Call Me By Your Name.

By Louis Cheslaw

outdoor leisure May 13, 2020

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The Best Patio Chairs, According to Interior DesignersFrom beachy sling styles to classic molded-plastic chairs to seating that folds up for easy storage.

By Lauren Ro

makeup May 11, 2020

The Best Makeup Bags, According to Celebrity Makeup ArtistsFor those who wear no-makeup makeup, and for those who own six shades of red lipstick.

By Nora Maloney and Hilary Reid

ask a cool person May 6, 2020

17 Surprising Indie Bookstore Best Sellers“Poetry is selling really well right now.”

By Hilary Reid

mother’s day 2020 May 4, 2020

How to Host a Mother’s Day Brunch on Zoom, According to Party PlannersEnjoy bagels and Bellinis together — from a distance.

By Karen Iorio Adelson

style Apr. 28, 2020

The Best Warm-Weather Rain Jackets for Men and Women, According to Cool PeopleFrom classic trench coats to see-through smocks to less-expected ponchos.

By Alexandra Ilyashov and Dominique Pariso

beauty Apr. 23, 2020

The Best Press-Ons, According to Devoted Press-On WearersIf applied properly, they can last up to two weeks.

By Tembe Denton-Hurst

ask a cool person Apr. 23, 2020

What’s the Best Loungewear for Women?Find out what yoga teachers, personal trainers and dance teachers are wearing at home during the lockdown.

By Mollie McGuigan

cleaning Apr. 21, 2020

The Best Air Fresheners for Your Home Gym, According to Gym OwnersSo your yoga studio–slash–living room doesn’t have to smell like sweat.

By Jenna Milliner-Waddell

ask a cool person Apr. 17, 2020

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The Best Streaming Services for Every Type of PersonHow to find the best TV and movies online, whether you’re a fan of superheroes, reality TV, true crime, cartoons, horror, or K-drama.

By Ashlea Halpern

hobby and craft Apr. 7, 2020

The Best Crossword Books, According Crossword ObsessivesIncluding Will Shortz, who says “we’re living in the golden age of crosswords.”

By Hilary Reid

women’s fashion Apr. 3, 2020

The Best Loungewear for Plus-Size People, According to Loungewear EnthusiastsFrom Fruit of the Loom sweats to coordinated workout sets.

By Tembe Denton-Hurst

women’s fashion Mar. 31, 2020

The Best Work-From-Home Clothes for Women, According to Stylish FreelancersNow is not the time for jeans.

By Karen Iorio Adelson

men’s apparel Mar. 27, 2020

The Best Warm-Weather Clothes for Cuddly Guys, According to StylistsFive menswear experts recommend flattering (and slimming) shirts, pants, shorts, and more.

By Louis Cheslaw

decor Mar. 25, 2020

The Best Decorative Mirrors, According to Interior Designers26 mirrors to choose from, whether you’re looking for one that can make a small space look bigger or help you get the perfect mirror selfie.

By Lauren Ro

ask a cool person Mar. 24, 2020

23 Authors on 26 Books They’re Reading to Escape the Present MomentAnne Tyler, Ottessa Moshfegh, Garth Greenwell and 20 others weigh in.

By Louis Cheslaw

fitness Mar. 24, 2020

What Are the Best Things to Use for Working Out at Home?Including gear for yoga, pilates, cardio, SLT, and more.

By Hilary Reid

board games Mar. 19, 2020

The New Guard of Non-Fusty PuzzlesThe humble jigsaw has gotten a rebrand.

By Katy Schneider and Hilary Reid

women’s fashion Mar. 11, 2020

25 Cool Teens on Their Favorite JeansFrom stretchy skinnies to ’90s carpenters.

By Casey Lewis

skin-care Feb. 28, 2020

15 Cult French Pharmacy Products You Can Buy on AmazonIt’s like a trip to Paris without leaving your couch.

By Hilary Reid

men’s fashion Feb. 25, 2020

The Best Colognes for Men, According to Stylish Men Who Smell GoodWe asked 12 cool guys about the fragrances they are wearing right now.

By Garrett Munce

decor Feb. 24, 2020

The Best Bedroom Décor for Teen Girls, According to Stylish Teen GirlsIncluding crystals, neon signs, and a Mac DeMarco zine.

By Dominique Pariso

hair styling Feb. 21, 2020

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14 Men With Very Different Hair on the Product They Use Every DayWhether you have something long and tousled or short and textured.

By Garrett Munce

women’s fashion Feb. 14, 2020

What Are the Best Boots for Plus-Size Women?Including lots of over-the-knee options.

By Dominique Pariso

hair treatments Feb. 7, 2020

The Best Hair Oils for Curly, Kinky, and Coily HairHairstylists and beauty editors share the products they’re using on clients and themselves.

By Tembe Denton-Hurst

luggage Jan. 17, 2020

What’s The Best Cross-body Travel Bag?“It’s a sleek bag that looks just as at home at a nice restaurant as it does on the Global Entry line.”

By Hilary Reid

travel Jan. 9, 2020

The Best Travel Shoes, According to GlobetrottersThe best shoes to withstand both airplanes and cobblestones, for men and women.

By The Editors

gifts Dec. 9, 2019

130 People With Exacting, Exceptional Taste on the Most Perfect Gift Under $104We set a $100 limit but couldn’t leave out Rita Konig’s cucumber trug.

By The Editors

decor Dec. 5, 2019

The Best Holiday Wreaths, According to Interior DesignersA simple way to add a little greenery — whether fresh or faux — to your home.

By Lauren Ro

men’s apparel Nov. 22, 2019

The Best Men’s Thermal Shirts, According to Stylists and Store OwnersEleven menswear experts, store owners, and stylists (including one who’s worked with Bradley Cooper) weigh in.

By David Notis

women’s shoes Oct. 23, 2019

Are These Italian Surgeon Clogs the Next Danskos?“I generally feel like this type of shoe is just too hideous for me, but for some reason, these are very aesthetically pleasing.”

By Simone Kitchens and Liza Corsillo

luggage Oct. 15, 2019

What Are the Best Duffel Bags for Travel?Options for all your weekend getaways.

By Karen Iorio Adelson

travel Aug. 30, 2019

33 Status-y Things To Bring To College, According To 22 Students From 19 SchoolsThis stuff is not too cool for school.

By Liza Corsillo

decor Aug. 21, 2019

What Are the Best Rugs for a Nursery?From rugs that are genuine sheepskin to ones that are machine-washable.

By Lauren Ro

women’s shoes Aug. 13, 2019

What Are the Status Gym Sneakers for Women?Plus the next status gym sneaker and the next, next status gym sneaker.

By Dominique Pariso

hair Aug. 1, 2019

What Are the Best Hair Clips?They’re back in a big way.

By Lauren Ro

dogs July 29, 2019

What Dog Bag Should I Use to Look Like I’m Carrying a Dogfluencer?The owners of some of Instagram’s coolest dogs weigh in on the “It” dog bags to carry right now.

By Liza Corsillo

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