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Dominique Pariso

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Dominique Pariso is a writer at the Strategist who covers a wide array of categories including office goods, sex toys, and home-bar essentials. She is also a writer for “The Approval Matrix.”

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    The Very Best Tick Treatments for DogsIncluding oral medications and topical treatments like solutions and collars, plus tools for removing a tick from your pup.
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    What to Buy to Look Like: A Professional MermaidIncluding waterproof setting spray, seashell tops, and tails.
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    Heat Waves and Allan FeverOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
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    This Heat-Wave-Ready Neck Fan Is Just $24 Right NowAnd surprisingly stylish.
  5. ask a cool person
    The Best Plus-Size Workout Clothes for Women, According to Active Women“If they ever discontinue them or switch up the fabric, I’ll scream.”
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    The Very Best Curling IronsIncluding one that’s “like Apple AirPods in the curling-iron niche.”
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    Our Favorite Washable Rug Is 20 Percent OffEasy to clean and stylish.
  8. the approval matrix
    Sweaty, Stormy, Caffeinated, Coked-Up SummerOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  9. prime day 2023
    We Found 36 Strategist-Approved Pet DealsBecause Fido deserves something nice too.
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    Goats Up, Hamm DownOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
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    Ilia’s ‘No-Makeup Makeup’ Tinted Moisturizer Is 20 Percent OffIt’s infused with SPF for sun protection.
  12. ask a cool person
    What Is the Best Bikini?From string bikinis for sunbathing to two-pieces you can swim laps in.
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    What Are the Best One-Piece Swimsuits?A sea of options, whether you’re into minimal styles, colorful prints, or high-cut ’80s silhouettes.
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    The Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads, According to Outdoorsy DadsFrom a classy pocketknife to a 30-can cooler.
  15. the approval matrix
    Where There’s Smoke, There’s Also Dead FishOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  16. fathers day 2023
    The Best Beer Gifts for Father’s DayIncluding growlers, beer books, and a gadget that’ll cool beer quickly.
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    The Best Tick-Repellent Products for Humans and DogsOr how to protect yourself without tucking your pants into your socks.
  18. saw something said something
    Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Bankers Boxes Are Perfect for MovingTurns out they’re quite useful.
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    This Nifty Headphone Headband Is on SalePerfect for frequent travelers and restless sleepers alike.
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    The Best Family-Friendly Board Games, According to ExpertsReady for family game night.
  21. the approval matrix
    Vengeful Orca Pod and Anna Delvey’s Pod…castOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  22. dont dillydally
    8 Things That’ll Almost Definitely Sell Out: From Rhode to Rowing BlazersIncluding A24’s kids’ tees, Super Yaya’s whimsical capsule collection with Gohar World, and Supergoop!’s new lippies.
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    The Revlon Blow-Dryer Brush Is Just $28It’s a two-for-one styling tool.
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    The 27 Very Best PerfumesIncluding the one that designer Agnes B. has worn for more than three decades.
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    14 of the Very Best RollerbladesIncluding options for beginners, intermediates, skaters who seek speed, and others who want to roll around the city.
  26. painless shopping
    34 Pieces of Wall Art From Asian and Asian American ArtistsIllustrations, photographs, and paintings for every budget.
  27. the approval matrix
    A Big Week for Swifties and Zelda Fans AlikeOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
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    This Scalp Treatment From Act+Acre Is 20 Percent OffBecause healthy hair starts at the scalp.
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    Our Favorite Smart Garden Is Half Off TodayAnd just so happens to make a great gift for Mother’s Day.
  30. the approval matrix
    Too Many CatsOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  31. gifts they might actually want
    The Best Gifts for Groomsmen, According to ExpertsHint: It’s not a flask.
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    My Week With Ty Haney’s CBD for Workouts“Doing things” but with a cannabinoid kick.
  33. the approval matrix
    BK Lobster, Rooftop Bees, and Our Rodent MayorOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
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    19 of the Very Best Wine SubscriptionsIncluding options focused on natural wine, sparkling wine, and even canned wine.
  35. recommended by experts
    ​​The Best Cannabis Infusers, According to ExpertsIncluding one infuser that two of our experts say works like “an Easy-Bake Oven.”
  36. the approval matrix
    The Revival of Sweeney Todd, Superiority Burger, and SpringOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
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    This Ole Henriksen Vitamin-C Duo Is 30 Percent OffIt includes a color-correcting eye cream and an illuminating face primer.
  38. best in class
    The Very Best Sun-Protective Clothing for Kids and BabiesIncluding styles for newborns and kids as old as 16.
  39. steal my registry
    What Yoga and Movement Teacher Chloe Kernaghan Put on Her RegistryIncluding a stylish Berkey alternative, a “refined looking” toaster, and lots of new linens.
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    The Very Best Laptop StandsSave yourself from back pain and improve your Zoom camera angle at the same time.
  41. the approval matrix
    RIP to Dollar Slices and Mike Pence’s CareerOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  42. steal my registry
    What Restaurateur Annie Shi Put on Her Wedding RegistryIncluding a Taiwanese cleaver made from salvaged artillery shells, marbleized mugs, and “stunningly thin” wine glasses.
  43. the approval matrix
    Ignore Saturn in Pisces, Go Donate BloodOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  44. steal my registry
    What L’Appartement 4F Co-owner Ashley Coiffard Put on Her Wedding RegistryIncluding dishwasher-safe Japanese porcelain, two sets of French-made knives, and a sleek kettle.
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    Our Favorite Faux-Fur Dog Bed Is on SalePerfect for dogs who like to snuggle.
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    32 Pieces of Wall Art From Black ArtistsUpdate your prints with sassy oranges, real housewives, and FKA Twigs as Mary Magdalene.
  47. the approval matrix
    The Owl, the Alligator, and the Balloon DogOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
  48. saw something said something
    Nice Perfume Collection, Kacey MusgravesWe spied bottles of Baccarat Rouge, Bois de Balincourt, and Byredo.
  49. the approval matrix
    RIP Stripper Web, Gawker 2.0, and Flamingo the PigeonOur guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
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    14 Dried Floral Arrangements That Will Never DieBouquets that will last all year long.
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