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Brenley Goertzen

Junior Writer, the Strategist
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Brenley Goertzen joined the Strategist as a junior writer in 2022 after interning at the site. She covers clothing basics and bath and body.

  1. gifts
    Every Holiday Gift Guide From the Strategist (So Far)Over 70 carefully curated gift guides for every single person on your list.
  2. women’s shoes
    The 15 Very Best Slippers for WomenFrom cozy cold-weather pairs to waterproof and lightweight options.
  3. gifts
    What They Can’t Live Without (That Also Make Great Gifts)The best of celebrity shopping in 2024.
  4. best of brand
    The Strategist Guide to Shopping at Free PeopleIt’s not all prairie dresses.
  5. bath and body
    The Very Best Body Washes for Dry SkinIncluding a formula for dry, acne-prone skin.
  6. bath and body
    The Very Best Body OilsTested by our bath-and-body writer, vetted by our staffers, and recommended by dermatologists.
  7. gifts
    43 Gifts for Every Type of BossDid someone say promotion?
  8. men’s apparel
    The 9 Very Best Men’s Cashmere SweatersIncluding classic cable knits and less traditional prints.
  9. men’s apparel
    13 Very Best Black T-shirts for Men“It starts out the deepest of blacks, and as it ages takes on the perfect softness and the most beautiful faded black ever.”
  10. women’s apparel
    The 11 Very Best Sweaters for WomenIncluding Strat-approved basics and bolder picks.
  11. women’s activewear
    Non-Zhlubby Alo Yoga Sweatpants for 30 Percent Off“The softest pants imaginable,” according to one Strategist editor.
  12. men’s apparel
    The Very Best Men’s Long-Sleeved T-shirtsIncluding an under-$15 classic, lightweight slub cotton, and one made of hemp that “calls to mind a well-loved vintage tee.”
  13. gifts
    The Best Gifts for Dog Lovers, According to Groomers, Trainers, and Dog OwnersOf the useful, novel, and just plain fun variety (like a water bottle that’s equivalent to a portable drinking fountain for your pup).
  14. women’s apparel
    The 10 Very Best Trench Coats for Women“Throw this on and you’ll feel a little like Humphrey Bogart and a lot like Jane Fonda.”
  15. women’s fashion
    The 17 Very Best Work Bags for WomenIncluding one that can handle both the New York subway and a Vermont mountain hike.
  16. bath and body
    The Very Best Body WashesIncluding body washes for skin that’s acne prone, extremely dry, and more.
  17. gifts
    A Gift for Every Type of SisterShe may steal your clothes, but you’ll steal the favorite-sibling award.
  18. men’s shoes
    The 10 Very Best Slippers for MenIncluding breathable slides and sheepskin-lined booties.
  19. gifts
    28 Gifts Under $50 From Indigenous-Owned BrandsFrom sustainably made clothing and accessories to hand-printed home goods.
  20. men’s apparel
    The 11 Very Best White T-shirts for MenSpoiler alert: There’s a (potentially controversial) linen option.
  21. gifts by recipient
    A Gift for Every Type of Best FriendFrom Kate McKinnon’s espresso-maker to a hangover-preventing probiotic drink.
  22. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Suede Ballet Flats and Festive Rugby ShirtsWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  23. mattresses
    All the Best Firm Mattresses We’ve Ever Written AboutStraighten out your spine with these hybrid, innerspring, and memory-foam options (that we tested ourselves).
  24. women’s apparel
    ‘The Perfect White Button-Down’ for 30 Percent OffWe heard it will “billow really beautifully.”
  25. bedding
    All the Best Pillowcases (That We’ve Written About on the Strategist)We got silk. We got cotton. We got linen. We got …
  26. women’s apparel
    The Best Shirtdresses, According to People Whose Taste We Trust“I like a shirtdress that really does read like a shirt.”
  27. women’s apparel
    The 14 Very Best Cashmere SweatersFrom wardrobe staples to bright color-blocked sweaters.
  28. gifts
    35 Strategist-Approved Gifts for Your Whole List (That You Can Buy at Nordstrom)Something for everyone, from husbands and wives to co-workers and best friends.
  29. sales
    Everything We’ve Written About That’s on Sale at Nordstrom Right NowIncluding an editor-approved pre-lit Christmas tree.
  30. women’s fashion
    The 8 Best Jean Jackets for WomenWhether you’re looking for relaxed or straight-fitting, cropped or oversize, light wash or dark wash.
  31. bath and body
    The Very Best Body ScrubsIncluding the formulas favored by actress Ayo Edebiri and fitness guru Tracy Anderson.
  32. prime day
    There Are Mere Hours Left To Shop These Under-$50 Prime Day DealsFrom Bluetooth speakers to tons of skin-care stocking stuffers.
  33. strategist round table
    Our Thoughts on Halloween Costumes“No costume is better than a half-assed costume.”
  34. women’s accessories
    The 11 Very Best Fanny PacksFanny packs to dress up for date night, throw on while hiking, or even used as a hands-free diaper bag.
  35. style
    A Very Rare J.Crew Cashmere Sale Is Happening Right NowIncluding the (just slightly) cropped cashmere sweater one editor owns in three colors.
  36. women’s apparel
    This Crisp, Oversize Button-down Is a Mere $29Almost everything is 50 percent off at Gap.
  37. women’s activewear
    The Best Running Shorts for Women, According to Runners“I’ll probably run my next marathon in these.”
  38. beauty
    All the Best Deals From Ole Henriksen’s Friends & Family SaleTake 30 percent off sitewide for a limited time.
  39. women’s apparel
    The 9 Very Best Black T-shirts for WomenIncluding boxy, cropped, scoop-necked, and vintage-looking styles.
  40. women’s shoes
    These Leather Slingback Docs Are Now 40 Percent OffEdgier than your Birkenstock Tokios.
  41. how i pick my picks
    A Plain Black T-shirt Is a Nonnegotiable“White T-shirts are undoubtedly a classic, but a quality black T-shirt that washes well and doesn’t attract lint is a workhorse on another level.”
  42. the strategist 100
    The Strategist’s Menswear 100Our ideal complete wardrobe, from button-downs to boots.
  43. women’s apparel
    The 13 Very Best White T-shirts for Women“These are the retail equivalent of no-makeup makeup.”
  44. skin-care
    All the Best Korean-Beauty Products (That We’ve Written About on the Strategist)Fact: We found a better-than-SK-II essence that’s not $$$.
  45. suncare
    All the Best Natural Sunscreens (That We’ve Written About on the Strategist)Frank Ocean’s mom is the creator of one of our favorites.
  46. women’s shoes
    Our Favorite ‘Smart and Sharp-Looking’ Loafers Are 30 Percent OffThey’re made to last season after season (and require no break-in period).
  47. massagers and recovery
    This Vibrating Wrap Is Like a Heating Pad on SteroidsIt’s hands-free and heats up in a matter of seconds.
  48. mattresses
    All the Best Cooling Mattresses We’ve Ever Written AboutGoldilocks options for sleepers who run hot.
  49. women’s fashion
    The ‘Most Comfortable’ Madewell Pants Are Almost 50 Percent OffFact: Victoria Justice owns five pairs.
  50. ask the strategist
    Ask the Strategist: Are Gel Manicures Frying My Hands?You’re right to wonder about protecting your wrists, hands, and fingers from nail-curing lamps.
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