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Bella Druckman

Junior Writer, the Strategist

Bella Druckman is a junior writer at the Strategist covering sales, fashion, and home goods. She joined the Strategist in 2024. Previously, she wrote about gifts at Shop Today.

  1. gifts
    28 Very Sparkly GiftsBuy them something useful, but make it sparkly.
  2. dining and entertaining
    The Very Best Place Mats, According to People Whose Taste We TrustIncluding ones that are rattan, scalloped, block-printed, and striped.
  3. health
    The Very Best MultivitaminsThink of these dietitian-recommended multivitamins as an “insurance policy” for those veggies that sometimes don’t make it onto your plate.
  4. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Grandfathers, According to Grandfathers (and a Few Grandkids)A guide to shopping for the supercharged dad who “doesn’t want anything.”
  5. gifts
    What to Get a Gen-Zer (According to a Gen-Zer)For the person who can explain what brat means but will never understand the term skibidi.
  6. gifts
    The Best Gifts for New Grandparents, According to GrandparentsIncluding keepsake books, picture frames, and other gifts to celebrate the milestone.
  7. sleep gear
    All the Best Sleep Masks (That We’ve Written About on the Strategist)“I worry that my dependence on this thing will alter the course of my life.”
  8. sales
    Everything We’ve Written About That’s on Sale at Amazon Right NowOur favorite things that are on sale right now.
  9. bedding
    Woman is putting the bedding cover or mattress pad on the bed or putting off for cleaning process.
    The Best Anti-Bedbug Mattress, Box-Spring, and Pillow CoversThe pest-control pros weigh in.
  10. office
    The Very Best Standing-Desk MatsTo complete your ergonomic WFH setup.
  11. celebrity shopping
    What Zooey Deschanel (Still) Can’t Live Without“I always had trouble doing my hair until I discovered that.”
  12. gifts
    40 Gifts for Every Type of GrandparentWhether they’re always at the gym, have high expectations for Sunday dinner, or have very strong thermostat preferences.
  13. gifts
    The Best Gifts for College Students, According to College StudentsIncluding noise-canceling headphones, comfortable seating, and, of course, that Stanley cup.
  14. kitchen
    The Best Kitchen Mats, According to Home Cooks and BakersWhether you’re optimizing for support or appearance, there’s a kitchen mat for you.
  15. women’s apparel
    The Best Women’s Crewneck Sweatshirts, According to People Whose Taste We TrustIncluding a going-out sweatshirt, a Princess Diana–esque sweatshirt, and one that’s velour.
  16. beauty
    Everything We’ve Written About That’s Currently on Sale at SephoraTime to refill your empties or try something new.
  17. men’s apparel
    The Best Men’s Vests, According to People Whose Taste We TrustNot just for finance bros.
  18. gifts
    50 Tried-and-True Strategist Gifts Under $50The (relatively) cheap things that we’ve written about over the years that would make worthy gifts.
  19. fitness and sports
    The Very Best Roller Skates for Every Type of SkaterFor rink skating, street skating, and roller derby.
  20. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Swifties, According to SwiftiesYou may not be splurging on Eras Tour tickets, but you can still surprise the Taylor Swift fan on your list.
  21. shoes
    The Best Comfy Shoes on Sale Right Now“Run, don’t walk,” as they say.
  22. celebrity shopping
    What Campbell “Pookie” Puckett Can’t Live Without“I’ve never really been a matte girl — I’ve always been glossy.”
  23. fitness
    The Very Best RollerbladesIncluding options for beginners, intermediates, skaters who seek speed, and others who want to roll around the city.
  24. dining and entertaining
    32 Especially Attractive TrivetsBecause protecting your table doesn’t have to be drab.
  25. home
    The Very Best Floor FansFor keeping your space cool and your energy bills low.
  26. men’s apparel
    The Best Men’s Crewneck Sweatshirts, According to People Whose Taste We TrustMore than just a shvitz-soaked garment for the gym.
  27. health
    The Very Best Nice-Looking Pill CasesFor taking the drudgery out of your pill-taking routine.
  28. sales
    Everything We’ve Written About That’s on Sale at Target Right NowAll our favorite deals on our favorite things.
  29. celebrity shopping
    50 Famous People on Their Favorite Water Bottles“On set, they’ll be like, ‘Where’s the baby? Has anybody seen Rob’s baby?’”
  30. best of brand
    The Strategist Guide to Shopping at QuinceIncluding our favorite linen sheets and the best affordable cashmere sweater.
  31. prime day
    Everything We’ve Written About That’s on Sale for October Prime DayA side-by-side guide to every discounted item we love.
  32. bathroom
    The Very Best Bath MatsFrom cozy cotton mats to sleek stone ones you never have to wash.
  33. kitchen
    What to Buy From the Sur La Table Anniversary SaleIncluding lots of holiday-ready bakeware.
  34. mattresses
    All the Best Hybrid Mattresses We’ve Ever Written AboutFind the mattress that makes you feel like Goldilocks testing out Baby Bear’s bed: just right.
  35. best of brand
    The Strategist Guide to Shopping at OXOIncluding the best sheet pan for baking and our very favorite can opener.
  36. women’s accessories
    The Very Best College Backpacks, According to College Students“I’ve been able to put so many things in there, and it took up no room. It’s like nothing’s in there.”
  37. how i pick my picks
    A Postgrad’s First-Apartment Essentials“When I say that one of the best graduation gifts is a good set of spices, you can trust me.”
  38. beauty
    Rio’s Favorite Snail Mucin Is Just $11The cream that’s been essential to our beauty columnist’s routine since 2017.
  39. celebrity shopping
    51 Famous People on Their Favorite Travel Bags“This suitcase has become a sentimental piece because I see it more than I see my own bed these days.”
  40. sleep gear
    All the Best Cooling Sleep Gear (That We’ve Written About on the Strategist)Kiss your night sweats good-bye.
  41. celebrity shopping
    31 Famous People on Their Favorite UnderwearIncluding lingerie for men, actually seamless underwear, and travel-proof briefs.
  42. celebrity shopping
    38 Famous People on Their Favorite Speakers“I like to have this speaker for my kids. When we travel, we play ‘Baby Shark,’ of course.”
  43. women’s shoes
    We Found Some Crisp White Reeboks for Less Than $50They’re beloved by Gen Z for a reason.
  44. women’s fashion
    Everything Worth Buying During Ban.do’s Warehouse SaleMaximalists, rejoice!
  45. school
    This Charming Lunch Box Is a Mere $17Because a good-looking lunch box doesn’t have to cost a fortune.
  46. the strategist 100
    The Strategist Dorm 100From mini-fridges and mattress toppers to storage solutions and shower shoes.
  47. dorm
    Everything You Need to Outfit Your College DormAccording to a recent graduate and several current college students.
  48. celebrity shopping
    74 Famous People on Their Favorite Comfortable Shoes“They just make me feel supercomfortable, like I’m walking on panna cotta.”
  49. celebrity shopping
    What 65 Famous People Smell LikeSpritz some Henry Rose like the Spielbergs or some Tom Ford like Vanessa Hudgens.
  50. celebrity shopping
    54 Famous People on Their Favorite Scented Candles“We’ve never converted more people to something than with this candle.”
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