For the holidays, T asked readers to write in about their hardest-to-shop-for loved ones. Here, our editors respond with their suggestions.
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How to Avoid Contentious Holiday Gatherings After the Election
How to avoid a contentious family holiday after the big election.
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Create the Perfect Christmas Cards With These Simple Rules
A good card takes some work, and there are a few basic rules to follow in order to make the process faster, easier and more efficient.
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How to Make Your Sofa as Stylish as It Is Comfortable
Expert advice from interior designers on going beyond the standard two-pillows-and-a-throw treatment.
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What Is the Best Way to Style Socks?
A reader seeks advice on choosing the right socks for an outfit. Our fashion critic suggests a different approach altogether to styling the essential accessory.
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Why States Are Offering Workers at Private Companies Access to I.R.A.s
With the plans, workers are automatically enrolled and contribute through payroll deductions. The goal is to help more Americans save for retirement.
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Are A.I. Clones the Future of Dating? I Tried Them for Myself.
A New York Times reporter tested a handful of chatbots to see if they could help improve his dating life. The results were decidedly mixed.
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The Answers to Your Toughest Holiday Gift Shopping Questions
What do you get for a sick loved one? A group of remote colleagues? A teenager interested in fashion?
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This Season, Men’s Accessories Go Heavy on Hardware
These leather shoes and bags show off their buckles and straps.
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Renovating During the Pandemic: Patience Pays Off
A family needed more space but decided not to leave New York City. They bought a fixer-upper in Brooklyn and slowly went to work.