0-9
- 2-in-1 LaptopStyle
- A touch computer that folds or detaches into a tablet shape. Also: convertible laptop
- 4K Streaming PlayerStyle
- A streamer that earns its 4K name with the full format list, from HDR10+ and Dolby Vision to Atmos passthrough for a sound system. Also: 4K media player, UHD streamer, 4K HDR streaming device
A
- A-Line (Dress Silhouette)Option
- Fits close through the bodice, then flares gently from the waist to trace the letter A. Also: a line, princess seam
- A-Line (Women's Wedding Dresses)Style
- An A-line widens in a straight line from the waist to the hem, which is why it sits and walks easily. Also: princess line gown, A-line gown
- A-Line SkirtStyle
- An A-line skirt flares from a flat waist by cut alone, so nothing clings below the hip. Also: flared skirt, trapeze skirt
- Accent ChairsStyle
- An accent chair fills the seat a sofa cannot reach, and you choose it by shape before fabric. Also: occasional chair, armchair, lounge chair
- Accent RugsStyle
- An accent rug covers one small job, like the step out of bed or the space at a sink. Also: scatter rug, throw rug, small area rug
- AcetateStyle
- Cut from a colored sheet and reshaped with heat, acetate carries pattern that no metal frame can hold. Also: zyl, cellulose acetate, plastic frames
- Action CamerasStyle
- Takes water, mud and vibration in a matchbox body, and straightens the horizon in software. Also: adventure camera, helmet camera
- Activated Carbon Air PurifierStyle
- Adsorbs odor and solvent molecules onto a deep carbon bed that a particle filter cannot touch. Also: gas phase air purifier, VOC air purifier, charcoal filter purifier
- Active DressesStyle
- An active dress builds shorts into a dress so you can serve, swing or run without thinking about it. Also: tennis dress, golf dress
- Adirondack ChairsStyle
- Recline at a fixed angle on wide slats that shed rain and need no cushion at all. Also: muskoka chair, outdoor slat chair
- Adjustable BasesStyle
- Raise the head and foot by motor, after confirming your mattress is built to bend. Also: power base, adjustable bed
- Aerosol Dry SprayStyle
- A pressurized mist dries on contact and never rubs sore skin, though some of every spray misses you. Also: dry spray, aerosol antiperspirant, spray deodorant
- After-SunStyle
- Cools and rehydrates skin that already took a dose, without undoing any of the damage underneath. Also: aftersun lotion, aloe gel, sunburn relief, post-sun care
- Aftershave & Post Shave CareStyle
- Post shave products settle skin that has just lost a layer, and the format decides whether they sting. Also: aftershave balm, aftershave splash, post shave lotion
- Agitator Top-LoadStyle
- A vertical drum with a central post that moves the load. Also: top-load agitator washer
- Air ConditionersProduct type
- An air conditioner moves heat out of a room rather than making cold, so where the hot half sits decides everything.
- Air FryersStyle
- Crisp food fast in a compact convection oven whose racing fan and perforated basket stand in for a quart of frying oil. Also: airfryer, hot air fryer, air fryer oven
- Air PurifiersProduct type
- An air purifier only cleans the air its fan actually pulls in, so size it by clean air delivery rate.
- Airtight Pantry CanistersStyle
- Seals bulk flour, rice, cereal and sugar behind a real gasket, keeping humidity and pantry pests out for months. Also: pantry storage containers, cereal containers, flour and sugar canisters
- All-in-One DesktopStyle
- Builds the whole computer into the back of the display so one power cable finishes the setup. Also: AIO desktop
- All-in-One PrinterStyle
- Stacks a scanner, a copier and a printer into one body, with a feeder on the better ones. Also: multifunction printer, MFP
- All-in-One Washer-DryerStyle
- One drum that washes and then dries the same load. Also: washer-dryer combo, combination washer-dryer
- Almond ToeOption
- Tapers on both sides to a blunt rounded tip, lengthening the foot without pinching it to a point. Also: almond shaped toe, oval toe, tapered round
- Aluminum-Free DeodorantStyle
- Skipping the aluminum keeps your sweat, so these formulas fight only the bacteria behind the smell. Also: natural deodorant, baking soda deodorant, deodorant only
- AmberOption
- Blends vanilla, resins and spice into the warmest and heaviest wear. Also: oriental, spicy, gourmand
- AnkleOption
- Ends at or just above the ankle bone, the boot height that fits like a shoe and suits most hemlines. Also: ankle boot, bootie, short boot
- Ankle Socks (Kid's Underwear & Socks)Style
- Ankle socks clear the shoe by about an inch, so nothing shows and the shoe collar never touches skin. Also: quarter socks, low-cut socks, trainer socks
- Ankle Socks (Men's Socks)Style
- An ankle sock stops just above the shoe collar, covering your heel without showing above a sneaker. Also: quarter socks, low cut socks
- Ankle Strap SandalStyle
- Sandal with a strap encircling the ankle to anchor the heel.
- AnkletStyle
- The same constructions move to the ankle, where shoes and hems attack the piece all day. Also: ankle bracelet, ankle chain
- AnorakStyle
- An anorak pulls over your head, so wind and rain find fewer ways in. Also: pullover shell, cagoule, smock
- Aqua SandalStyle
- Quick-dry straps over a draining sole vent out the grit a closed water shoe would trap. Also: water sandal, river sandal
- Arch SupportOption
- Holds up the inside curve of your foot so it cannot flatten with every step. Also: arch support, contoured footbed, supportive insole
- Area RugsProduct type
- A rug laid loose on the floor groups your furniture and quiets the room, and size decides whether it works.
- Art-Style TVStyle
- A slim wall-focused TV designed to display artwork when idle. Also: Gallery TV, Lifestyle TV
- Athletic FitStyle
- This cut leaves the shoulders and chest wide, then pulls in sharply at the waist. Also: muscle fit, tapered fit
- Athletic Shorts (Men's Shorts)Style
- A built-in liner and a light synthetic knit make these the only shorts built to be sweated in. Also: gym shorts, running shorts, workout shorts
- Athletic Shorts (Women's Shorts)Style
- Athletic shorts hang loose on an elastic waist and dry fast, built for moving rather than for looks. Also: gym shorts
- Athletic SocksStyle
- Zoned cushion and a compressive arch band stop an athletic sock sliding underfoot during a run. Also: performance socks, running socks, sport socks
- Athletic TaperStyle
- An athletic taper keeps the thigh full, then narrows hard below the knee to a slim ankle. Also: athletic fit jeans, athletic cut
- AutomaticOption
- Winds its own mainspring from your wrist motion and runs without any battery. Also: self-winding, mechanical
- AV ReceiversStyle
- Amplifiers that switch sources and drive separate speakers. Also: home theater receiver, audio-video receiver
- AviatorStyle
- Teardrop lenses hang from thin metal, covering below the cheekbone where reflected glare comes from. Also: pilot sunglasses, teardrop
B
- BabyOption
- Runs newborn to 24 months by month, and the month on the label is a ceiling, not a target. Also: infant, newborn
- Baby ClothingProduct type
- Every piece goes onto a baby who cannot help, so how a garment opens matters more than how it looks.
- Baby GownStyle
- A gown has no legs at all, so a night change means lifting the hem instead of undoing anything. Also: Sleeper gown, Sack gown, Knotted gown
- Bachelor's ChestStyle
- Shrink a full dresser to three or four deep drawers that fit a room with no wall to spare. Also: small chest, three drawer chest, apartment chest
- Backless & StraplessStyle
- Shaping is engineered without shoulder straps or a back panel, held by grip and side structure. Also: low-back bodysuit, strapless shaper, convertible shaper
- Backless LoaferStyle
- Loafer with the heel counter removed, keeping the raised vamp. Also: loafer mule
- Backpack StrapsOption
- Splits the load across both shoulders, the only balanced way to carry weight.
- BackpacksProduct type
- A backpack splits its load across both shoulders, the only carry that stays comfortable under real weight.
- Bag ClosureBuying detail
- How does it fasten, and how secure are the contents?
- Bag SizeBuying detail
- How big is it, and what will it actually hold?
- Baggy JeansStyle
- Baggy jeans skip the taper entirely, leaving the leg one wide width from hip to hem. Also: loose fit, wide-leg jeans
- BaguetteStyle
- Tucks under your arm on a very short strap, long and narrow like the loaf it copies. Also: baguette bag, underarm bag
- BakewareStyle
- Bake in oven only pans where the material and the color decide how fast the edges brown. Also: baking pans, ovenware
- BalaclavaStyle
- Covers the head and neck in one knit piece, leaving only an opening for the face. Also: ski mask
- Balconette & DemiStyle
- Cups are cut straight across near the top of the breast, with straps set wide at the outer edge. Also: demi-cup bra, half-cup bra
- Ball GownStyle
- Netting under the skirt holds a ball gown out from the waist, and the shape weighs what it looks like. Also: princess gown, full skirt gown
- Ballet FlatStyle
- Round toe, very low-cut upper, thin flexible sole. Also: ballerina flat
- Ballet SlipperStyle
- Low-cut closed slipper shaped like a ballet flat.
- Banana ClipStyle
- A curved comb hinges shut along its full length and gathers long, thick hair into a vertical hold. Also: banana comb
- BandanaStyle
- A bandana is a plain printed cotton square built for work and play, not for a refined look at the throat. Also: paisley bandana, cowboy scarf
- BangleStyle
- Without a clasp or an opening, a bangle has to clear your knuckles to get on at all. Also: bangle bracelet
- Bangle WatchStyle
- A bangle watch fits over your hand as a rigid cuff, so it sizes to your knuckles, not your wrist. Also: cuff watch, bangle bracelet watch
- Bar PinStyle
- A bar pin spreads its grip along a straight line, so it holds level on collars and thin lapels. Also: bar brooch, brooch bar
- Barefoot ShoeStyle
- A thin flexible sole and foot-shaped toe box let your toes spread and feel the ground. Also: minimalist shoe, zero-drop shoe
- Barrel JeansStyle
- A barrel leg bows out at the knee and draws back in at the hem, tracing a curve rather than a line. Also: horseshoe jeans, curved-leg jeans
- BarretteStyle
- A sprung bar clicks under a decorative plate, trapping a thin slice of hair beneath it. Also: hair slide, hair clasp
- Base LayersStyle
- A base layer clings to bare skin as your first layer, moving sweat out before the cold reaches you. Also: thermals, long johns, long underwear
- Baseball CapStyle
- Shades your eyes with a stiff front peak and adjusts at the back, leaving ears and neck bare. Also: ball cap, dad hat
- Baseball CleatStyle
- Baseball cleats bite dirt with steel blades or molded studs tuned for a straight-line first step. Also: softball cleats, metal spikes, molded cleats
- Baskets & StorageStyle
- Baskets hide clutter without a door, which is what makes open shelving actually work. Also: woven baskets, storage bins, hampers
- BassinetStyle
- Bassinets give a newborn a small, firm, flat bed within reach of yours, retiring at 15 to 20 pounds or the first push onto hands and knees. Also: cradle, bedside bassinet, moses basket
- Bath & BodyProduct type
- Body care runs one loop: washes and scrubs take the barrier down, lotions and balms build it back.
- Bath LinensProduct type
- Stock a bathroom by the size ladder, then let drying time rather than plushness settle the rest.
- Bath Rugs & MatsStyle
- Put an absorbent, backed rug where you step out, and check that the backing survives your dryer. Also: bath mats
- Bath SheetsStyle
- Wrap fully in a towel around 35 by 60 inches, and accept that it dries slower and washes heavier. Also: oversized bath towel
- Bath SoaksStyle
- Dissolves into the tub water rather than going on skin, which changes what it can do. Also: bath salts, bath bomb, bubble bath
- Bath TowelsStyle
- Dry an adult with one standard rectangle, roughly 27 by 52 inches, and hang it back on the rail.
- Battery CameraStyle
- Flexible placement with periodic charging. Also: wire-free security camera
- Beach ToteStyle
- Sheds sand and shrugs off salt water, which is why it runs oversize and barely lined. Also: straw tote, pool bag
- BeadedStyle
- Beads strung on stretch cord slip over the hand with no clasp, and that cord eventually gives out. Also: stretch bracelet, stone bead bracelet
- BeanieStyle
- Grips the head by knit stretch alone, with a ribbed band that does all the holding. Also: knit cap, watch cap, toque
- Beard TrimmerStyle
- A moving blade shears against a fixed comb, and the guard you fit decides what length survives. Also: stubble trimmer, beard clipper
- Beauty & FragranceCategory
- How to choose makeup, skincare, fragrance and hair care by formula, finish and skin type.
- Beauty Tools & BrushesProduct type
- Tools carry product, move heat or grip a single hair, and their build decides whether they help or damage.
- Bed SizeBuying detail
- Which mattress and bedding size is it cut for?
- BeddingProduct type
- Build the bed in layers sized to the mattress, then replace each layer on its own clock.
- Beds & HeadboardsProduct type
- Support the mattress at the right height, and judge the frame by its joints, where beds actually fail.
- Beer GlassesStyle
- Beer glass shapes exist to manage foam, because the head carries most of the aroma to your nose. Also: pint glasses, pilsner glasses, steins
- Belt BagStyle
- Buckles its strap around your waist or chest, so the pouch presses flat against you and never swings. Also: fanny pack, waist bag, bum bag, hip pack
- BeltsProduct type
- A belt's width decides whether it holds trousers up or only marks your waist, so measure before you shop.
- Benches & OttomansStyle
- Benches and ottomans seat you without a back, which is why they move around a room so easily. Also: footstool, pouf, hassock, storage bench
- Bento Lunch BoxesStyle
- Latches a single meal into shaped compartments sized for a bag rather than a fridge shelf. Also: bento boxes, compartment lunch boxes, lunch containers
- BeretStyle
- Holds its shape through felting rather than seams, and sits flat against the head.
- Bermuda ShortsStyle
- Bermuda shorts stop at the knee, the longest inseam still sold as shorts rather than crops. Also: walking shorts
- Bifold WalletStyle
- Folds once so cards face each other and a full length pocket keeps notes flat. Also: billfold
- Big KidsOption
- Runs girls 7 to 16 and boys 8 to 20, the last band before adult sizing. Also: youth sizes, tween
- Bike ShortsStyle
- A bike short is a compressive knit short ending at mid-thigh, built to stop chafing rather than to look like cycling gear. Also: biker shorts, cycling shorts
- Biker ShortsStyle
- Biker shorts grip the thigh in stretch knit and stop above the knee, so nothing rides or shifts. Also: cycling shorts, bike shorts
- Bikini (Women's Panties)Style
- The rise sits a few inches below the waist, with moderate seat coverage and cut-away sides. Also: string bikini, classic bikini
- Bikini (Women's Swimwear)Style
- Two independent halves let a bikini fit a bust and a hip that no single size chart agrees on. Also: two-piece swimsuit
- Bins & BasketsStyle
- Bins and baskets turn open shelving into closed storage without buying new furniture. Also: storage baskets, fabric cubes, totes
- BirthstoneOption
- Names the gem tied to a birth month, so meaning is chosen before material. Also: gemstone, personalized stone
- Birthstone CharmStyle
- Color stands in for a date on a birthstone charm, which is why families buy one per person. Also: month stone charm, birthstone bead
- Birthstone RingStyle
- A birthstone ring sets the gem assigned to a birth month, which fixes the stone before the design. Also: mother's ring, month stone ring
- Bistro SetsStyle
- Fit two chairs and a 24 to 30 inch table onto a balcony where nothing bigger opens. Also: balcony set, cafe set
- Black WashOption
- Swaps indigo for black dye and turns denim into an evening option. Also: black denim, gray wash, washed black
- Blade MaterialBuying detail
- What is the blade made of, and how does it hold an edge?
- Bladeless FanStyle
- Hides its impeller in the base and pushes air through a hollow ring, trading some airflow and price for safety and easy cleaning. Also: air multiplier fan
- Blanket ScarfStyle
- Covers the shoulders like a shawl at around sixty inches square in heavy brushed wool. Also: oversized scarf
- Blankets & ThrowsStyle
- Keep one unfilled layer within reach for the couch, the extra chill, or the foot of the bed. Also: afghan, sofa throw
- Blazer (Men's Suits & Blazers)Style
- This solid, structured jacket is made to pair with trousers of a different cloth. Also: navy blazer, club blazer
- Blazer (Women's Coats & Jackets)Style
- Internal structure at the chest and shoulder is what makes a blazer tailoring rather than a soft jacket. Also: tailored jacket
- BlendersStyle
- A blender spins a vortex that needs liquid to work, which makes it the smoothie and soup machine. Also: smoothie maker, immersion blender, stick blender
- Block HeelOption
- Spreads your weight across a broad straight-sided column, the steadiest shape at any height. Also: blocked heel, square heel, chunky heel
- Block Heel PumpStyle
- Pump on a broad, straight-sided heel for stability at height.
- BlouseStyle
- A blouse is defined by drape: soft woven cloth that hangs from the shoulder instead of holding a line. Also: dressy top
- Blue Light GlassesStyle
- A coating or a faint tint filters some blue wavelength light, and it works in any frame shape you pick. Also: blue light blockers, computer glasses
- BlushStyle
- Blush puts color back into the cheeks, which is what stops a made-up face from looking flat and tired. Also: cheek color, rouge
- Board Shorts (Kid's Swimwear)Style
- Runs longer than trunks with flat side seams and no liner, so nothing chafes against a board. Also: Boardies, Surf shorts, Long swim shorts
- Board Shorts (Men's Swim Trunks)Style
- Board shorts run to the knee on a flat laced waist, so nothing digs in when you lie on a board. Also: boardies, surf shorts
- Boat ShoeStyle
- Moccasin-construction slip-on with a siped non-marking rubber sole. Also: deck shoe, skimmer
- Boater HatStyle
- Holds a flat crown and flat brim in stiff sennit straw, banded with ribbon, and will not forgive a loose fit. Also: skimmer, straw boater
- Bobby PinStyle
- One wavy leg presses hair against one flat leg, and friction alone does the holding. Also: hair grip, kirby grip, hair pin
- Body JewelryProduct type
- Gauge and length decide whether a piece fits your piercing, and the metal decides whether it heals.
- Body Lotion & ButterStyle
- Refills and seals skin after washing, with thickness deciding how long that seal survives. Also: body cream, body butter
- Body MistStyle
- Sprays a light scent over the whole body, lasting an hour or two and staying close. Also: fragrance mist, body spray
- Body SunscreenStyle
- Covers an adult body at about 30 milliliters a time, so volume, water resistance and cost per use rule. Also: sun lotion, beach sunscreen, sun cream, body SPF
- Body Wash & SoapStyle
- Cleans the whole body, and its pH decides whether skin feels comfortable or tight afterward. Also: shower gel, bar soap, shower cream
- Bodysuit (Baby Clothing)Style
- Snaps between the legs stop a bodysuit riding up, which is why it stays the base layer for babies. Also: Onesie, Baby vest, Snapsuit
- Bodysuit (Women's Tops & Blouses)Style
- Snaps between the legs stop a fitted top from ever riding out of your waistband. Also: body, bodysuit top
- Bodysuit & BrieferStyle
- One piece runs from bust or underbust to the hip, so there is no waistband to roll or show. Also: body briefer, all-in-one shaper, torsette
- Bomber (Men's Outerwear)Style
- Ribbed hem and cuffs gather the body into a bloused shape, and that ribbing fixes where the jacket can sit on you. Also: flight jacket, MA-1 jacket, blouson
- Bomber (Women's Coats & Jackets)Style
- A bomber gathers a full body into knit bands, which is why it blouses at the middle. Also: flight jacket, blouson
- Book-Style Foldable PhoneStyle
- Opens like a book into a small tablet, then folds back into a narrow, heavy and expensive phone. Also: fold-style foldable, tablet-style foldable
- BookcasesStyle
- Run adjustable shelves the full width of a case, keeping every span short enough not to bow. Also: bookshelf, display shelving
- Bookshelf SpeakersStyle
- Stereo pairs driven by an amplifier or receiver. Also: stand-mount speakers
- Boot LinersStyle
- Boot liners warm your leg inside a boot shaft and stop the shaft rubbing your calf. Also: boot socks, welly socks, rain boot liners
- Boot SocksStyle
- Boot socks knit thick and tall, so the boot shaft rubs the sock instead of your shin. Also: work socks, hiking socks
- BootcutOption
- Opens slightly from the knee so the hem drops cleanly over a boot shaft. Also: boot leg
- Bootcut JeansStyle
- Bootcut jeans fit to the knee then open an inch or two, just enough to fall over a boot shaft. Also: boot leg jeans
- Bootie SlipperStyle
- Slipper with a shaft covering the ankle, often lined with shearling. Also: slipper boot, slipper sock
- BootsProduct type
- A boot rises past your ankle, so shaft height and calf width decide the fit before your shoe size does.
- Bottom-FreezerStyle
- Fresh food at eye level with a lower freezer drawer. Also: freezer-on-bottom refrigerator
- Bow TieStyle
- Ties short at the collar, and black tie accepts no other neckwear. Also: self tie bow, dickie bow
- Bowler HatStyle
- Molds felt into a hard, rounded dome with a short curled brim that holds its shape without any help. Also: derby hat, derby
- Box FanStyle
- Pushes air straight through a square frame at the lowest cost per CFM of any fan style, but only at floor height. Also: window box fan
- Box SpringsStyle
- Put a sprung or rigid foundation under an innerspring set, and only when the warranty asks. Also: foundation, bed base
- Boxer Briefs (Kid's Underwear & Socks)Style
- A boxer brief adds three to six inches of leg, which keeps skin from rubbing skin on a long day of running. Also: trunks, boxer shorts, long leg briefs
- Boxer Briefs (Men's Underwear)Style
- Boxer briefs grip the thigh through a 5 to 7 inch leg, which is why they end most chafing complaints. Also: boxer brief, mid length boxer briefs
- BoxersStyle
- Woven boxers hang free from the waistband, trading every bit of support for the most airflow you can get. Also: woven boxers, boxer shorts, loose boxers
- BoyfriendOption
- Borrows menswear room through the seat and thigh with a deliberate slouch. Also: mom jean, relaxed taper
- Boyfriend JeansStyle
- Cut from a men's block with a low crotch, boyfriend jeans slouch on purpose and cuff at the ankle. Also: relaxed jeans
- BoyshortStyle
- Fabric carried down onto the thigh makes this the only pair that stops skin rubbing skin. Also: boy short, shortie, girl short
- Bracelet WatchStyle
- A bracelet watch sizes by removing links, because the metal band is the piece and the dial is small. Also: jewelry watch, link watch
- BraceletsProduct type
- Pick a bracelet by how it opens, since the closure sets the fit, the price and whether you keep it.
- Braided BeltStyle
- Weaves leather or elastic strands so the buckle prong slides through any gap instead of hunting for a punched hole. Also: woven belt, plaited belt
- BraletteStyle
- Wires, molded cups and structure are all absent, leaving soft fabric that covers more than it lifts. Also: triangle bra, soft bra, lounge bra
- Bridge CamerasStyle
- Puts a 60x zoom and a real grip into one sealed body, paying for the reach with a small sensor. Also: superzoom camera, ultrazoom camera
- BriefStyle
- Full seat coverage plus a waistband above the hip bone means a brief does not travel through the day. Also: full brief, classic brief, high-rise brief, full-coverage brief
- Briefcase SatchelStyle
- Runs wide and shallow so full size paper lies flat inside without being folded. Also: document bag, work satchel
- Briefcases & Laptop BagsStyle
- Carries documents and a laptop flat, keeping paper uncreased and the machine off the ground. Also: attache case, laptop bag, portfolio bag
- Briefs (Kid's Underwear & Socks)Style
- Briefs cut straight across the top of the thigh, which is why they add no bulk under school trousers. Also: underpants, knickers, Y-front briefs
- Briefs (Men's Underwear)Style
- Briefs cut the leg away entirely and lift from the front panel, which is the most hold in the drawer. Also: Y-fronts, classic briefs, hip briefs
- BronzerStyle
- Bronzer adds warmth and shadow around the edges of the face, so undertone matters more than depth. Also: bronzing powder, sun powder
- Brooches & Lapel PinsProduct type
- Cloth holds a brooch up rather than skin, so the catch and the fabric decide everything else.
- Brow ProductsStyle
- Brow products rebuild the eyebrow's shape, and the right format depends on how much hair you have. Also: eyebrow pencil, brow gel, brow pomade
- Browline (Eyeglass Frames)Style
- A heavy acetate bar sits above a thin metal rim, so the frame reads as an extension of your eyebrow. Also: brow-line glasses
- Browline (Sunglasses)Style
- A heavy acetate bar sits above a thin metal rim and follows the natural line of your eyebrow across the face. Also: brow-line sunglasses
- Brush RollStyle
- Sleeves each brush in its own slot and rolls shut, so bristles never press against each other. Also: brush wrap, brush case, brush organizer
- BubbleStyle
- A clear dome wraps past your ears, so you stand inside the canopy rather than under it. Also: dome umbrella, birdcage umbrella, clear umbrella
- Bucket BagsProduct type
- A bucket bag stands on a round base and gathers shut on a cord, trading a real closure for volume.
- Bucket HatStyle
- Folds flat into a pocket because its short sloping brim is stiffened by stitching, not wire. Also: fisherman hat
- BuckleOption
- Fastens a strap in fixed steps, one hole at a time, across the instep or shaft. Also: buckled, buckle strap
- Budget HD StreamerStyle
- A 1080p streamer near 25 dollars that keeps every major app and gives bedroom and kitchen screens the same platform as the main set. Also: HD streaming stick, 1080p streamer
- Budget PhoneStyle
- Covers calls, messages and video for the least money, and pays for it with a short update window. Also: entry-level phone
- Budget TabletsStyle
- Basic screens and chips for video and browsing. Also: entry-level tablet
- Built-In & Drawer MicrowavesStyle
- Fitted flush into cabinetry or below the counter. Also: microwave drawer, integrated microwave
- Built-In DishwasherStyle
- A full-size machine installed beneath the counter. Also: under-counter dishwasher
- Bunk BedsStyle
- Stack two sleepers on one footprint, with guardrails, age rules and clearances doing the real safety work. Also: bunks, twin over twin bed, stacked beds
- Business ProjectorStyle
- Buys 3,000 to 5,000 lumens and a 16:10 chip so slides survive a room with the lights on. Also: conference room projector, classroom projector, presentation projector
- Button-Down CollarStyle
- Buttons anchor the collar points to the shirt front, so the collar holds a curve without a tie. Also: OCBD, oxford button-down
- Button-Down ShirtStyle
- A stiffened collar and a firm placket let this shirt hold its own line, unlike a soft blouse. Also: oxford shirt, collared shirt, buttoned shirt
- Button-Up ShirtStyle
- A button-up opens the full length in woven fabric, which is why it holds a crisp line in photos. Also: Dress shirt, Woven shirt, Oxford shirt
C
- Cabinets & SideboardsStyle
- Put doors across the front and gain a working top at about 30 inches off the floor. Also: sideboard, buffet, credenza
- Cable Knit (Men's Sweaters)Style
- Crossed stitches build raised ropes that make the fabric thicker, warmer and much heavier. Also: Aran sweater, fisherman sweater
- Cable Knit (Women's Sweaters)Style
- Cable knit crosses stitches over each other into raised ropes that make the fabric denser. Also: aran knit, fisherman knit
- Calf WidthBuying detail
- Will the boot shaft actually fit around your calf?
- California KingOption
- Trades 4 inches of width for 4 inches of length, the longest standard cut. Also: cal king, western king
- Cameo & Portrait BroochStyle
- A raised figure carved against a darker ground makes a cameo, and the carving is what you pay for. Also: shell cameo, hardstone cameo, portrait brooch
- Camera BagStyle
- Boxes your things into a small rectangle with real depth, copied from 35mm camera cases. Also: crossbody camera bag
- CamisoleStyle
- Descended from underwear, a camisole stays thin enough to disappear under a blazer. Also: cami, strappy top
- Camp Collar ShirtStyle
- The collar lies flat with no stand behind it, so this shirt only ever works worn open. Also: Cuban collar shirt, revere collar shirt, open collar shirt
- Candles & DiffusersStyle
- Scents a room instead of your skin, which takes body chemistry out of the result entirely. Also: scented candle, reed diffuser, room scent
- Candles & Home FragranceStyle
- Scent is the only decor you burn through; compare jars by cost per burning hour. Also: scented candles, reed diffusers, room fragrance
- Canister VacuumsStyle
- A wheeled body with a light wand, good on stairs and hard floors. Also: cylinder vacuum
- CanvasOption
- Weaves cotton into a light, breathable upper you can actually wash. Also: cotton canvas, coated canvas, duck canvas
- Capri PantsStyle
- Capri pants stop between the knee and the ankle, so exactly where the hem lands decides if the leg reads long or short. Also: clam diggers, pedal pushers
- Captive Bead RingStyle
- Spring tension in the ring itself traps a bead in the gap, so the metal is its own closure. Also: ball closure ring, CBR, BCR
- Car ChargerStyle
- Feeds navigation from the 12 volt socket, inside a fuse limit near 120 to 180 watts. Also: 12 volt charger, cigarette lighter adapter, vehicle charger
- Card CaseStyle
- Holds cards flat with no fold at all, which keeps the whole case under a quarter inch. Also: card holder, cardholder
- Cardigan (Baby Clothing)Style
- A cardigan opens down the front instead of pulling over the head, which matters most in the first weeks of a newborn's life. Also: Baby sweater, Knit jacket
- Cardigan (Men's Sweaters)Style
- Shawl, V-neck or full zip: the collar decides whether a cardigan reads formal or casual. Also: knit jacket, shawl cardigan
- Cardigan (Women's Sweaters)Style
- A cardigan opens down the front, which makes the button band the part that decides how long it lasts. Also: knit jacket, button-front sweater
- Cargo Pants (Kid's Bottoms)Style
- Cargo pants add a thigh pocket built for a full load, which swings and sags on a small frame more than adults expect. Also: Utility pants, Combat pants
- Cargo Pants (Men's Pants)Style
- Pleated thigh pockets carry what a bag would, at the cost of bulk at your widest point. Also: combat pants, utility pants
- Cargo Pants (Women's Pants)Style
- Cargo pants stitch expanding pockets onto the thigh, so what you carry changes how the leg hangs. Also: utility pants, combat pants
- Cargo ShortsStyle
- Thigh pockets add carrying capacity and weight where shorts struggle to stay up. Also: utility shorts, combat shorts
- Carpenter & UtilityStyle
- Hammer loop, ruler pocket and heavy cloth turn this jean into a tool carrier. Also: work jeans, utility jeans
- Carpet CleanersStyle
- Deep cleaners that inject and extract water. Also: carpet extractor, carpet shampooer
- Carry-On SpinnersStyle
- Rolls upright on four swiveling wheels, so you push it beside you instead of dragging it behind. Also: cabin case, spinner suitcase, carry on luggage
- Cartridge Inkjet PrinterStyle
- Sprays liquid ink from snap-in cartridges, cheap on the shelf and costly by the page. Also: inkjet printer, ink cartridge printer
- Cartridge RazorStyle
- A sealed head stacks three to five blades at one fixed angle, so the razor aims itself and you steer. Also: multi blade razor, system razor, disposable razor
- Cartridge RazorsStyle
- Stacks three to six blades on a pivoting head so one stroke cuts the hair repeatedly and very close. Also: multi blade razor, disposable razor, wet shave razor
- Case ShapeBuying detail
- What shape is the watch case?
- CashmereOption
- Combs fine goat down into the warmest knit fiber for its weight, and the most delicate. Also: cashmere blend
- Cast IronOption
- Stores heat in five pounds of metal, so a steak browns instead of steaming. Also: skillet iron, pre-seasoned, bare iron
- Cat-Eye (Eyeglass Frames)Style
- The upper rim sweeps up into a point past the outer corner, lifting the eye line on your face. Also: cat eye glasses
- Cat-Eye (Sunglasses)Style
- Upswept outer corners lift the eye line and add width at the temple. Also: cat eye, upswept frame
- Ceiling FanStyle
- Mounts to the ceiling on a motor and downrod, moving far more air per dollar of electricity than any portable fan can manage. Also: paddle fan
- Central Air ConditioningStyle
- A whole-home system distributing cooled air through ducts. Also: central AC, ducted air conditioning
- Ceramic (Blade Material)Option
- Stays sharp for years, never rusts, and chips if you drop or twist it. Also: zirconia blade, zirconium oxide
- Ceramic (Cookware Material)Option
- Covers two unrelated things: glass fired onto iron, and a sprayed coating on aluminum. Also: enameled, ceramic coated, porcelain enamel
- Ceramic HeaterStyle
- Blows air over self-limiting ceramic elements, so a room warms in five minutes without a glowing coil. Also: PTC heater, ceramic fan heater
- ChainStyle
- The link pattern is the whole design, so a chain worn bare rises or falls on its weave. Also: link chain, neck chain
- Chain & LinkStyle
- Flexible links with a clasp make the most wearable bracelet and the easiest one to lose. Also: link bracelet, curb bracelet
- Chain BeltStyle
- Hangs as linked metal at the hip or waist and hooks into any link, so sizing is forgiving. Also: link belt
- Chain ClutchStyle
- Wears as a clutch or on the shoulder, because the chain tucks inside when you want it gone. Also: chain strap clutch, evening chain bag
- Chain Shoulder BagStyle
- Hangs from metal links, which dresses the bag up and concentrates its weight on one line. Also: chain bag
- Chairs & SeatingProduct type
- Set every chair and stool by seat height first, because the surface you use it at fixes that number.
- Chaise LoungersStyle
- Lie flat on a frame that ratchets the back through five angles and rolls on wheels at the foot. Also: sun lounger, patio chaise, sunbed
- Chambray ShirtStyle
- A colored warp crossed with a white weft gives chambray denim's look at a third of the weight. Also: chambray work shirt
- ChandelierOption
- Branches into tiers below the lobe so light keeps moving through it. Also: tiered drop, girandole
- Changing TableStyle
- Changing tables lift diaper changes to working height behind four raised barriers, with a strap that backs up your hand and never replaces it. Also: changing station, diaper station, changer
- Charcoal GrillsStyle
- Burn fuel in the same chamber as the food, and trade half an hour of setup for real smoke. Also: kettle grill, charcoal kettle, barrel grill
- Chargers & Power BanksProduct type
- A charger is a power supply, and the cable you pair with it decides how many of those watts ever arrive.
- Charging CableStyle
- Sets the ceiling for everything else, since an unmarked one stops at 60 watts whatever the charger. Also: USB cable, charge and sync cable, USB-C cable
- Charm BraceletStyle
- This chain is built to carry weight you add over years, so you buy a starting point, not a finish. Also: charm chain
- Charm CarrierStyle
- An oversized bail gathers several charms onto one necklace chain and moves them as a group. Also: charm holder, enhancer bail
- Charms & Charm BeadsProduct type
- Charms only work with a carrier that matches their fitting, so check the system before you buy the first one.
- Checked LuggageStyle
- Holds a week or more and rides in the hold, where machines rather than you decide the handling. Also: hold luggage, large suitcase, checked bag
- CheekyStyle
- Cheeky panties cover only part of the seat, sitting between a bikini and a thong in how much they show. Also: cheeky brief, cheeky bikini, half-back panty
- Chef's KnifeStyle
- Do most of your cutting with one 8 inch blade whose curved belly rocks across the board. Also: cook's knife, French knife
- Chelsea BootStyle
- Ankle boot with elastic side panels and a pull tab, no laces or zip. Also: chelsea
- Chelsea BootieStyle
- Elastic-gore ankle boot with a pull tab and a clean, seamless upper.
- Chemical SunscreenStyle
- Dissolves organic filters into a clear film that absorbs ultraviolet and releases it as a trace of heat. Also: organic filters, synthetic sunscreen, absorbing sunscreen
- ChemiseStyle
- Slip-style and short, a chemise skims the body instead of gripping it. Also: slip nightie, silk slip, nightdress
- Chest FreezersStyle
- Top-opening, cheapest to run, best in a power outage.
- Chino ShortsStyle
- Chino shorts keep trouser hardware on a cotton twill leg, which is why they pass at dinner. Also: khaki shorts, twill shorts
- Chinos (Kid's Bottoms)Style
- Chinos cut from cotton twill sit between play clothes and formal trousers, and the knee wears out before anything else. Also: Khakis, Dress pants, School pants
- Chinos (Men's Pants)Style
- Chinos put cotton twill into a flat-front trouser, which lands them between jeans and tailoring. Also: khakis, cotton twill trousers
- Choker (Necklace Length)Option
- Rings the base of the throat, just above the collarbone. Also: ribbon choker, collar necklace
- Choker (Necklaces)Style
- Cut to 14 to 16 inches, a choker rests at the base of the neck against skin, closer to a collar than to a hanging chain. Also: collar necklace, velvet choker, ribbon choker
- ChromebookStyle
- A laptop built around ChromeOS and web-first use.
- ChronographOption
- Adds a stopwatch you start and stop from pushers and read on the subdials. Also: stopwatch complication
- Chukka BootStyle
- Two or three eyelets close a chukka over an ankle-high shaft, so it adjusts where a chelsea cannot. Also: desert boot, chukka
- CitrusOption
- Opens bright on peel oils and fades faster than any other family. Also: hesperidic
- Classic ClogStyle
- Backless leather vamp on a thick rigid wooden or cork sole.
- Classic FitOption
- Carries standard ease so the cut moves easily on most builds. Also: regular fit, standard fit
- Classic PumpStyle
- Plain closed upper, mid to high heel, no strap or ornament.
- Claw ClipStyle
- Sprung jaws bite through a twisted section, then release the whole updo in one squeeze. Also: jaw clip
- CleanserStyle
- A cleanser lifts off oil, sunscreen and makeup, and a good one leaves skin comfortable, not tight. Also: face wash, cleansing balm, micellar water
- Clear GelStyle
- A clear gel leaves nothing white behind, and it charges you two to five minutes of drying for that. Also: gel stick, clear stick, invisible gel
- Clear Travel BagStyle
- Shows a screener everything at a glance, which is the only job it exists to do. Also: quart bag, liquids bag, clear liquids pouch
- CleatsProduct type
- Cleats grip by driving studs into the ground, and every sport reshapes the stud pattern to match its own movement.
- Clinical Strength AntiperspirantStyle
- A higher salt load applied at bedtime cuts sweat further, provided you follow the routine on the box. Also: prescription strength, maximum strength antiperspirant, extra effective antiperspirant
- Clip-In ExtensionsStyle
- Clips onto your own hair in the morning and comes off at night, which is why it does the least damage. Also: clip-in wefts, temporary extensions
- Clip-OnOption
- Closes on the lobe with a hinge or a screw, so any design can be worn unpierced. Also: clip earring, screw-back
- Clip-On CharmStyle
- Hinged jaws grip the chain, so one piece decorates a spot and stops beads sliding past it. Also: clip charm, lock charm, stopper charm
- ClocheStyle
- Sits deep on the skull, down to the brows, so wind cannot lift it and sizing must be exact. Also: bell hat
- Clog MuleStyle
- Mule on a thick, rigid wooden or synthetic sole.
- Clog SlipperStyle
- Backless slipper on a thicker, structured sole.
- ClogsProduct type
- A clog carries your foot on a thick rigid sole that shields and contours instead of flexing with each step.
- Closed-Back ClogStyle
- Clog with a full heel counter, holding the foot more securely.
- Closed-Back Over-EarStyle
- Full-size cups that reduce sound leakage and outside noise.
- Closed-Toe Water ShoeStyle
- Drainage ports and a rubber toe bumper let a sneaker build work soaked and walk out dry. Also: water sneaker, amphibious shoe, hybrid water shoe
- Closet SystemsStyle
- Fitting rails, shelves and drawers into a closet you own beats buying furniture for the bedroom. Also: closet organizer, wardrobe insert
- Closure TypeBuying detail
- How does the shoe fasten, and how adjustable is the fit?
- Clothes DryersProduct type
- Where a dryer sends the water it pulls out of your clothes decides where it can stand and what it costs.
- Clothing AccessoriesCategory
- How to size and choose belts, hats, scarves, gloves, sunglasses and hair accessories that last.
- Club CollarStyle
- A club collar curves its points into a short, rounded edge that reads soft, old-fashioned and dressed up. Also: penny collar, round collar
- Cluster BroochStyle
- Massed stones on one shaped frame put real weight on a small patch of cloth. Also: spray brooch, floral cluster pin
- ClutchesProduct type
- Carried in the hand or under the arm, a clutch holds a phone, cards and a lipstick and nothing more.
- Cocktail & BarwareStyle
- Cocktails run on measured dilution, so barware means measuring tools plus glasses shaped for ice or none. Also: cocktail glasses, bar tools, mixology set
- Cocktail DressStyle
- Dressed fabric at knee to midi length is the cocktail formula, one step below a floor-length gown and well above office cloth. Also: party dress, semi-formal dress, evening dress
- Cocktail RingStyle
- A cocktail ring puts one oversized stone high on the right hand and asks to be noticed. Also: statement ring, dinner ring
- Coffee & Espresso MakersStyle
- Pressure and contact time separate coffee machines, from drip gravity to a 9 bar espresso pump. Also: coffee machine, espresso machine, pod machine, French press
- Coffee TablesStyle
- Center the seating group on a low table about two-thirds the length of the sofa. Also: cocktail table
- Coin PursesStyle
- Change gets its own pouch here, so coin weight stays out of the wallet you carry. Also: change purse, kiss lock purse, coin pouch
- CollarOption
- Sits high on the middle of the neck with no drop and no slack. Also: multi strand collar, dog collar necklace
- CologneStyle
- Means two things at once: the lightest classic strength, and in US stores, men's fragrance. Also: eau de cologne, EDC, men's fragrance
- Color Changing BulbStyle
- Mixes red, green and blue diodes for millions of colors, with white quality that varies by model. Also: RGB bulb, RGBIC bulb, color bulb
- Color Laser PrinterStyle
- Runs four toners in one pass for fast color documents that never smudge or run. Also: color laser printer, colour laser
- Color-Accurate MonitorsStyle
- Calibrated panels for photo and video work. Also: creator monitor, reference display
- Combat BootStyle
- Lace-up ankle or mid-calf boot on a heavy lug sole, military-derived. Also: combat, military boot
- CombinationOption
- Runs oily down the T-zone while the cheeks sit normal or dry.
- Combination ChestStyle
- Give half the case to drawers and half to a doored compartment so shirts hang where no closet exists. Also: door chest, armoire dresser, gentleman's chest
- Combination HEPA and Carbon PurifierStyle
- Stacks a particle filter and a gas filter in one machine so it handles dust and smell together. Also: multi-stage air purifier, HEPA and carbon purifier
- Comfort FeaturesBuying detail
- What has actually been built in to make it comfortable?
- Comforter SetsStyle
- Buy a filled top layer already sewn shut, with matching shams so the bed finishes itself. Also: bedding set
- Compact CamerasStyle
- Slips into a coat pocket with a fixed lens, so the sensor inside decides whether it beats your phone. Also: point and shoot camera, premium compact
- Compact DishwasherStyle
- A narrower or countertop machine for smaller kitchens. Also: slimline dishwasher, countertop dishwasher
- Compact FoldingStyle
- Three shaft sections and hinged ribs fold it into a bag, adding joints exactly where wind loads hardest. Also: travel umbrella, three fold umbrella, folding umbrella
- Compact FreezersStyle
- Small units for flats, offices and overflow. Also: mini freezer, small upright freezer
- Compact MicrowavesStyle
- Small capacity for dorms, offices and second kitchens. Also: small microwave, mini microwave
- Compact PhoneStyle
- Fits one hand under about 6.2 inches and gives back roughly two hours of screen time for that reach. Also: small phone, one-handed phone
- Compact Smart SpeakerStyle
- A small voice-assistant speaker for timers, control and casual audio. Also: mini smart speaker
- Compact SoundbarsStyle
- A single bar, no subwoofer, a clear step up from TV speakers.
- Compact TabletStyle
- 7 to 9 inches, sized for one hand.
- Compact WasherStyle
- A narrower machine for small spaces and smaller loads. Also: apartment washer
- Compression HosieryStyle
- Compression hosiery applies graduated pressure, tightest at the ankle and easing upward, to support circulation. Also: compression stockings, compression socks, support hosiery
- ConcealerStyle
- Concealer hides one small thing at a time, so it carries far more pigment than any face-wide base. Also: corrector, color corrector
- Condenser DryerStyle
- A ventless dryer that condenses moisture into a tank or drain. Also: ventless condenser dryer
- ConditionerStyle
- Coats the lengths so the cuticle lies flat, which is what makes hair comb and shine. Also: rinse-out conditioner, cream rinse
- Cone HeelOption
- Tapers from a wide top to a narrow base, splitting the difference between block and stiletto. Also: cone heel, conical heel, tapered heel
- Console & EntryStyle
- Run a shallow table along a hall wall or sofa back, keeping the depth under about 15 inches. Also: sofa table, hall table, entry table
- Convection MicrowavesStyle
- A microwave and a small fan oven in one. Also: combination microwave oven, microwave convection oven
- Convection Panel HeaterStyle
- Pulls air in at the bottom and lets it rise out the top, holding a steady background temperature. Also: panel heater, convector heater
- Conversation SetsStyle
- Seat four in about 100 square feet on shallower cushions that store flat and dry fast. Also: outdoor seating group, 4 piece patio set
- ConvertibleOption
- Offers two or more carry positions, usually through a detachable strap. Also: multiway, 2-in-1, detachable strap
- Convertible BackpackStyle
- Switches between backpack, tote and crossbody by moving straps, so one bag covers three carries. Also: three way bag, convertible backpack tote
- Convertible CribStyle
- Convertible cribs start as a full-size crib and rebuild into a toddler bed, daybed, or full bed with conversion kits that are sold separately. Also: 3-in-1 crib, 4-in-1 crib, crib and toddler bed combo
- Convertible Diaper BagStyle
- Changes between backpack straps, tote handles and a crossbody strap as the day changes. Also: three way diaper bag, convertible diaper backpack
- Convertible MittenStyle
- Fold the mitten hood back and a fingerless glove appears underneath, freeing your fingers in a second. Also: flip-top mitten, glomitt
- Convertible SatchelStyle
- Adds a detachable long strap to a top handle body, so one bag covers commute and meeting.
- CooktopStyle
- The burner deck alone, dropped into a counter cutout and paired with a separate wall oven. Also: drop-in cooktop, built-in cooktop, hob
- CookwareProduct type
- Match the metal to the job first, because the same pan in steel, iron or nonstick cooks three different ways.
- Cookware MaterialBuying detail
- What is the pan made of, and how does it cook?
- Cookware SetsStyle
- Count the actual pans in a set, because lids and utensils inflate the number on the box. Also: pan set, starter set
- CopperOption
- Answers the burner dial within seconds, and asks for polishing, lining and money in return. Also: copper clad, tin-lined copper
- Cordless IronStyle
- Heats on a docking base, then presses cord free for a few passes before it has to go back. Also: cordless steam iron, battery iron, base station iron
- Cordless Stick VacuumsStyle
- Battery powered, light, now the mainstream choice.
- CorduroysStyle
- Raised velvet ribs called wales trap air, making corduroy warmer than a flat cotton twill. Also: cords, needlecord, babycord
- Corset BeltStyle
- Uses vertical bones and lacing to compress the waist and hold a shape a plain band cannot. Also: waspie, lace-up belt
- CottonOption
- Breathes well, takes hot washing and creases fast, which makes it the everyday default. Also: 100% cotton, cotton blend, micro cotton
- Counter & Bar StoolsStyle
- Stool shopping starts by measuring the counter, because the wrong seat height cannot be fixed. Also: breakfast bar stools, kitchen stools, counter stools
- Counter-DepthStyle
- A shallower cabinet intended to project less beyond counters. Also: cabinet-depth refrigerator
- Countertop Gravity FiltersStyle
- Two stacked chambers drip water through ceramic or carbon elements using nothing but gravity. Also: gravity fed filter, ceramic filter, candle filter, countertop water filter
- Countertop MicrowavesStyle
- Plug in and use, the simplest and cheapest option.
- Court SneakerStyle
- Flat, grippy sole and a supportive upper for lateral movement. Also: tennis shoe
- Cover-UpsStyle
- A cover-up goes on over wet swimwear and takes you from the water to lunch without changing. Also: kaftan, sarong, beach cover-up
- CoverageBuying detail
- How much does the base actually cover?
- Coverall & RomperStyle
- A coverall covers the legs but not the feet, which is why it fits longer than a footed one-piece. Also: Romper, Playsuit, Footless one-piece
- Cowboy HatStyle
- Shapes a tall crown and wide brim in felt or straw, with a crease you pick and steam in yourself. Also: western hat, ten gallon hat
- CreamOption
- Cushions dry skin with a thick oil and water blend that absorbs slowly.
- Cream DeodorantStyle
- A thick paste rubbed in by hand puts a heavy dose exactly where odor starts and nowhere else. Also: balm deodorant, paste deodorant, jar deodorant
- Crew NeckOption
- Circles the base of the throat in a snug round line. Also: round neck, crewneck
- Crew Neck TeeStyle
- Ribbed banding circles the neck at the collarbone and closes it completely. Also: crew neck, round neck tee
- Crew Socks (Kid's Underwear & Socks)Style
- Crew socks reach mid calf, putting fabric between bare skin and a boot shaft or a shin guard. Also: mid-calf socks, school socks, ribbed crew socks
- Crew Socks (Men's Socks)Style
- A crew sock ends about six inches up the calf, clearing the boot collar and staying put. Also: mid-calf socks, classic crew socks
- Crewneck SweaterStyle
- A crewneck closes the throat with a ribbed round band, so it hides under a shirt collar. Also: crew neck sweater, round neck sweater
- Crewneck Sweatshirt (Men's Sweatshirts & Hoodies)Style
- A ribbed round collar and no hood let a sweatshirt sit flat under a winter coat. Also: crew sweatshirt, crewneck, plain sweatshirt
- Crewneck Sweatshirt (Women's Sweatshirts & Hoodies)Style
- A ribbed round collar and no hood let this sweatshirt sit flat under a coat where a hood never could. Also: crew sweatshirt, crewneck, plain sweatshirt
- Crib MattressesStyle
- Choose firm by safety rule and sized to the crib, then test the fit with two fingers. Also: baby mattress, infant mattress
- Crib ShoeStyle
- A crib shoe warms and dresses a pre-walking baby's foot and must do nothing else. Also: pre-walker, pram shoe, bootie
- Cribs & Nursery FurnitureProduct type
- Cribs and nursery furniture cover safe sleep, changing, and feeding for the first years, anchored by the 2011 federal crib standards.
- Crop TopStyle
- A crop top is defined by length alone: the hem ends at or above your natural waist, whatever sits above it. Also: cropped top, belly shirt, midriff top
- Cropped & CapriStyle
- Cropped jeans stop above the ankle and capris stop at mid-calf, so the lengths behave differently. Also: crops, ankle jeans, pedal pushers
- Cropped HoodieStyle
- A hem that stops at or above the natural waist pairs this hoodie with high-rise leggings instead of covering them. Also: crop hoodie, belly hoodie, cropped pullover
- Cropped JacketStyle
- A cropped jacket ends at or above the natural waist, so it needs a high waistband underneath to finish. Also: shrunken jacket, box jacket, bolero
- Cropped SweaterStyle
- Ending at or above the natural waist, a cropped sweater only works over a high rise. Also: crop knit, short sweater
- Cross-Training ShoeStyle
- One flat stable shoe handles lifting, classes and short runs across a whole gym session. Also: cross trainer, training shoe, gym shoe
- Crossbody BagsProduct type
- Rides on one long strap over your torso, so the bag lands at the opposite hip and both hands stay free.
- Crossbody StrapOption
- Runs diagonally across the torso so the bag rides at the opposite hip. Also: cross-body, sling strap
- CrystalOption
- Is faceted glass, cut and usually foil backed to throw light straight back at you. Also: rhinestone, glass crystal
- Cubic ZirconiaOption
- Copies the look of a diamond from the lab and throws even more rainbow fire. Also: CZ
- CuffStyle
- An open gap at the back lets a rigid cuff press onto the wrist instead of sliding over the hand. Also: cuff bracelet, open bangle
- CufflinksStyle
- They thread through both halves of a cuff that has no button, holding the whole thing shut. Also: cuff links, cuff buttons
- Culotte JumpsuitStyle
- Cutting a wide leg off below the knee gives a jumpsuit ankle clearance and a working shoe range. Also: cropped wide-leg jumpsuit, gaucho jumpsuit
- CulottesStyle
- Culottes cut the leg wide and short, so they move like a skirt but let you climb stairs. Also: split skirt, gauchos, cropped wide-leg
- Curtains & WindowStyle
- Curtains only look right when the panels are far wider than the window they cover. Also: drapes, window panels, window treatments
- Curved BarbellStyle
- A gentle arc follows tissue that will not lie flat, which is why navels and eyebrows use this shape. Also: banana bar, banana barbell, curved bar
- Curved MonitorsStyle
- Gently curved panels for wide screens at close range.
- Curvy FitStyle
- Drafting the waist smaller relative to the hip closes the gap at your back waistband. Also: curve fit, shaped fit
- Cushion FirmOption
- Pairs a yielding top layer with a firm core, the middle most buyers land on. Also: medium, medium firm, dual comfort
- Cushioned FootbedOption
- Puts a compressible foam, cork, gel or latex layer between your foot and the sole. Also: padded insole, comfort footbed, molded footbed
- Cushioned HeelOption
- Absorbs part of each heel strike with a gel, air or foam pod set under the impact zone. Also: heel cushioning, padded heel, shock absorption
- Cutaway CollarStyle
- A cutaway collar sweeps its points back toward the shoulders, opening the widest gap of any dress shirt collar. Also: windsor collar, extreme spread collar
- Cuticle Oils & CreamsStyle
- Cuticle oil keeps the living skin at the nail base soft so the new nail grows flexible. Also: Nail oil, Cuticle cream, Cuticle balm
- Cutting BoardsStyle
- Hardness decides how fast your knives dull, which makes the board a knife purchase. Also: chopping boards, butcher blocks
D
- d'Orsay FlatStyle
- Flat cut away at both sides, leaving toe box and heel counter only. Also: two-piece flat
- d'Orsay PumpStyle
- Cut away at both sides, leaving only a toe box and a heel counter. Also: d'orsay, two-piece pump
- Dad HatStyle
- Collapses flat the moment it leaves your head, held up by nothing but soft, curved cotton twill. Also: dad cap, unstructured cap
- Dark WashOption
- Keeps most of its indigo and dresses up further than any other blue. Also: dark rinse, indigo, raw
- Deck ShoeStyle
- Siped non-marking rubber grips wet fiberglass while mesh panels drain the spray away. Also: sailing shoe, boat water shoe
- Deep Seating SetsStyle
- Sink into 5 inch cushions on a 24 to 28 inch seat, and accept the winter storage that comes with it. Also: outdoor sofa set, patio lounge set
- DenimOption
- Weaves cotton into a stiff diagonal twill that fades exactly where your body bends it. Also: jean fabric, stretch denim
- Denim DressStyle
- A denim dress borrows durable woven twill from jeans, trading instant softness for a hem that survives gravel and grass. Also: Chambray dress, Jean dress, Pinafore dress
- Denim JacketStyle
- Denim jackets button through cotton twill and stay boxy so a sweater fits underneath. Also: jean jacket, trucker jacket
- Denim Shorts (Men's Shorts)Style
- Denim brings a jean's five-pocket layout to a short leg, along with a jean's stiffness. Also: jean shorts, cutoffs, jorts
- Denim Shorts (Women's Shorts)Style
- Denim shorts inherit a jean's rise and pockets, so the inseam number changes them more than the wash. Also: jean shorts, cutoffs
- Denim SkirtStyle
- A denim skirt is defined by its cloth, not its shape, so rigid or stretch denim decides how it fits the seat. Also: jean skirt, denim mini
- Denim WashBuying detail
- How light, dark or treated is the denim?
- Dental FlossStyle
- Floss scrapes the two flat faces a brush never reaches, which is why it fits the tightest contacts. Also: floss tape, floss picks, interdental floss
- Deodorant & AntiperspirantProduct type
- Deodorant fights the bacteria that make odor, while antiperspirant uses aluminum salts to cut how much you sweat.
- Depilatory CreamsStyle
- Dissolves the hair shaft at the skin line with an alkaline formula, so timing beats technique. Also: hair removal cream, chemical depilatory, hair removal lotion
- DerbyStyle
- Open lacing sitting on top. Roomier and slightly less formal. Also: blucher
- Desiccant DehumidifierStyle
- A moisture absorbing wheel dries air without a compressor, so it keeps working close to freezing. Also: adsorption dehumidifier, rotary desiccant dehumidifier
- DesksStyle
- Set up a work surface near 29 inches tall, deep enough to push the monitor an arm away. Also: computer desk, writing desk, home office desk
- Desktop ComputersProduct type
- Buy a desktop for the parts you can replace later, because the case size you pick decides what fits in year five.
- DewyOption
- Reflects light softly across the face so skin reads hydrated and awake. Also: glow, luminous, radiant
- DiamondOption
- Resists scratching better than anything else you can wear and is graded on the four Cs. Also: diamond accent, lab-grown diamond
- Diamond StudsStyle
- Diamond studs price by total carat weight across the pair, so half of it sits in each ear. Also: diamond stud earrings, solitaire studs
- Diaper BackpackStyle
- Splits a day of baby kit across both shoulders, so both of your hands stay free for the child. Also: backpack diaper bag
- Diaper BagsProduct type
- Carries diapers, bottles and a change of clothes in a bag you can open one handed and wipe clean.
- Diaper ClutchStyle
- Folds two diapers, wipes and a changing mat into a pouch that slips inside any bag you own. Also: changing pouch, diaper wallet, clutch changing pad
- Diaper ToteStyle
- Opens across its whole width, so you reach in one handed while a baby rides your other hip. Also: tote diaper bag, diaper carryall
- DigitalOption
- Shows the time as numerals on a screen and stacks on alarms, timers and a light. Also: ana-digi, LCD
- Digital CamerasProduct type
- Sensor size decides how a picture holds up in dim light, and the lens mount you pick locks you in for a decade.
- Digital-Only ConsoleStyle
- Drops the disc drive to cut the price, and ties every game you buy to one account. Also: discless console, download edition console
- Dining ChairsStyle
- Dining chairs live or die on two measurements: seat height and the width each one takes. Also: side chairs, kitchen chairs
- Dining TablesStyle
- Allot two feet of table edge per seat, and three feet of clearance behind every chair. Also: kitchen table
- Dinnerware & TableProduct type
- Clay fired hotter makes thinner, stronger plates, and a replaceable pattern decides how long the set survives.
- Dinnerware SetsStyle
- Boxed place settings dress a whole table in one order, if the pattern also survives in open stock. Also: dish set, place setting set
- Dishwasher DrawerStyle
- One or two pull-out wash drawers that can run separately. Also: dish drawer
- DishwashersProduct type
- A dishwasher cleans with jets of hot detergent water, never contact, so loading decides half the result.
- DistressedStyle
- Distressed jeans are sanded, whiskered and ripped on purpose, thinning the denim where it is weakest. Also: ripped jeans, destroyed denim
- Dive StyleStyle
- The bezel turns counterclockwise only, so a knock can shorten your timing but never extend it. Also: diver, dive watch
- Document ScannerStyle
- Pulls a stack of paper through a feeder and turns it into searchable files in one pass. Also: sheetfed scanner, ADF scanner
- Dopp KitStyle
- Zips across a flat bottomed rectangle, so it stands open on a counter and packs like a brick. Also: shaving kit, wash bag, toiletry kit
- Double DresserStyle
- Split the case into two banks of drawers so every drawer stays narrow enough to run square. Also: horizontal dresser, six drawer dresser, double chest
- Double-BreastedStyle
- The front wraps across itself and fastens on two columns of buttons. Also: DB jacket
- Double-Breasted BlazerStyle
- A double-breasted front wraps one side across the other, so it only holds its line buttoned. Also: double-breasted jacket, db blazer, wrap-front blazer
- Downdraft VentStyle
- Rises behind the burners and pulls the plume sideways instead of catching it above. Also: pop-up downdraft, telescopic downdraft, downdraft extractor
- DrawstringOption
- Cinches the top shut with a cord, leaving a gathered gap at the center. Also: drawcord, cinch top
- Drawstring BackpackStyle
- Closes and carries on the same pair of cords, which is why it costs so little and digs in so fast. Also: cinch sack, gym sack, string bag, sackpack
- Drawstring BucketStyle
- Gathers its whole opening onto one cord, so the top puckers shut rather than closing flat.
- Drawstring HoboStyle
- Gathers its mouth shut on a cord, adding the one thing a plain hobo lacks.
- Dress BeltStyle
- Narrows to about an inch or less and matches your shoe color, since a suit hides the belt for most of the day. Also: suit belt
- Dress BootStyle
- Sleek boot on a slim sole and refined heel, cut for tailored clothing.
- Dress BootsStyle
- Ankle boots cut and finished like dress shoes.
- Dress LengthBuying detail
- Where does the hem actually fall?
- Dress SandalStyle
- Fine-strapped heeled sandal in satin, metallic or embellished finish.
- Dress SilhouetteBuying detail
- What overall shape does the dress cut?
- Dress SocksStyle
- Fine needle knitting makes a dress sock thin enough to vanish inside a leather shoe. Also: trouser socks, suit socks, over-the-calf socks
- Dress TrousersStyle
- Wool trousers hold a pressed crease that cotton pants cannot. Also: suit pants, slacks, tailored trousers
- Dress WatchStyle
- Built thin above all else, a dress watch clears a buttoned shirt cuff at under 10 mm. Also: formal watch
- Dressers & Chests of DrawersProduct type
- Store folded clothes in drawers sized to the wall you have, then bolt the case to a stud before loading it.
- Drinkware & BarProduct type
- Glass type and rim thickness decide how a drink reaches you and how long the vessel survives your kitchen.
- Driving GloveStyle
- A driving glove trades warmth for a bare, direct grip on the wheel, with a short cuff and vented knuckles. Also: string-back glove, car glove
- Driving ShoesStyle
- Soft soles with rubber studs, the most casual of the group.
- DropOption
- Hangs below the lobe as one line that swings when you move. Also: dangle, teardrop, linear drop
- Drop EarringsStyle
- Drops hang a single element just below the lobe, adding gentle movement a stud never has while stopping short of chandelier tiers. Also: dangle earrings, dangles, drops
- DryOption
- Produces too little oil, so it feels tight and shows flaking and fine texture.
- Dry ShampooStyle
- Soaks up scalp oil with fine powder, buying a day or two between real washes. Also: root refresher
- DSLR CamerasStyle
- Shows the scene through a mirror and prism, so the viewfinder never lags and never draws power. Also: digital single lens reflex, reflex camera
- Dual-Fuel RangeStyle
- A gas cooktop paired with an electric oven.
- Duck BootStyle
- Rubber lower shell bonded to a leather or textile upper shaft. Also: bean boot
- Ductless Mini-SplitStyle
- An outdoor compressor connected to one or more indoor units. Also: ductless heat pump, split air conditioner
- DufflesStyle
- Packs as one soft cylinder with no frame, so it squashes into gaps a hard case will never enter. Also: duffel bag, holdall, kit bag, weekender
- Dutch OvensStyle
- Braise low and slow in a heavy lidded pot that carries the same heat from the stove into the oven. Also: cocotte, French oven, casserole
- Duvet CoversStyle
- Slip a washable shell over an insert you keep, and change the whole look for the price of laundry. Also: quilt cover, duvet set
E
- E-ReadersStyle
- Electronic paper screens made only for reading. Also: electronic paper reader, ebook reader
- Ear ClimberStyle
- One curved piece rises along the lobe from a single piercing and fakes a row of studs. Also: ear crawler, ear sweep, crawler earring
- Ear CuffOption
- Grips the rim of the ear by tension, so it needs no piercing. Also: cuff, ear crawler, climber
- Earring StyleBuying detail
- How does the earring hang and hold?
- EarringsProduct type
- Where an earring fastens and what it weighs decide comfort, safety and whether the pair survives.
- Eau de ParfumStyle
- Holds more scent oil than the other sprays, so two sprays usually cover a full workday. Also: EDP, parfum strength
- Eau de ToiletteStyle
- Runs lighter than a parfum and fades sooner, which makes it the easier choice in heat. Also: EDT
- Elastic GoreOption
- Stretches a hidden or visible panel so a slip-on flexes open for entry and springs back to hold. Also: elastic panel, gusset, goring
- Electric Grills & SmokersStyle
- Heat food with an element instead of a flame, which is what many balcony rules actually allow. Also: balcony grill, electric smoker, cabinet smoker
- Electric Shavers & TrimmersStyle
- Cuts hair a fraction above the skin behind a fixed guard, so nothing sharp ever meets skin. Also: foil shaver, rotary shaver, body groomer, bikini trimmer
- Electric Storage Tank Water HeaterStyle
- Heats with two immersion elements, fits almost any closet, and costs the most to run. Also: electric tank water heater, electric resistance water heater
- Electric Tankless Water HeaterStyle
- Heats water on the way past resistance coils, and asks your panel for enormous amperage. Also: electric on-demand water heater, instantaneous electric water heater
- Electric ToothbrushStyle
- A motor supplies the strokes and a timer supplies the discipline, so you only have to steer the head. Also: powered toothbrush, rechargeable toothbrush, sonic toothbrush
- Electric Vented DryerStyle
- Electric heat with an exhaust duct to the outside.
- Electronics & Smart HomeCategory
- How to choose TVs, laptops, headphones and connected-home gear that keep working for years.
- Electrostatic PrecipitatorStyle
- Charges particles and collects them on metal plates you wash instead of filters you buy. Also: electronic air cleaner, washable plate air cleaner
- Empire WaistStyle
- Seaming directly under the bust drops the skirt from your ribs and hides the waist completely. Also: empire line gown, regency waist gown
- Emulation HandheldStyle
- Recreates older systems in software on a pocket screen, with legality resting on the game files. Also: retro handheld, emulator handheld
- Enamel Lapel PinStyle
- Colored enamel fills a stamped metal outline, and the fill height decides how the surface feels. Also: hard enamel pin, soft enamel pin, cloisonne pin
- Entryway StorageStyle
- Entryway storage catches shoes, coats and keys at the door before they spread through the house. Also: hall tree, mudroom bench, shoe cabinet
- Envelope ClutchStyle
- Carries flat under the arm, with one flap that folds across the whole front and seals like a letter. Also: envelope bag, envelope purse
- EpilatorsStyle
- Spins a head of tiny tweezers that grip and pull out dozens of hairs a second at the root. Also: epilating device, tweezer epilator, rotating disc epilator
- EspadrilleStyle
- Canvas or textile upper on a braided jute rope sole.
- Espadrille MuleStyle
- An espadrille mule pairs a backless upper with a braided jute midsole, built for summer since jute soaks up water and stains fast.
- Espadrille SoleOption
- Wraps the sole in braided jute rope, a warm-weather construction that must stay dry. Also: jute sole, rope sole
- Espadrille WedgeStyle
- Wedge sandal with the wedge wrapped in braided jute rope.
- Eternity BandStyle
- An eternity band carries stones the whole way around your finger, which is why it cannot be resized. Also: infinity band, anniversary band
- Euro TopStyle
- Get pillow top softness packed flush inside the cover, so the edges stay usable. Also: euro pillow top
- European-Style BeadStyle
- A bore of about 4.5 mm lets these beads thread onto a 3 mm chain from almost any maker. Also: large hole bead, slide-on bead, charm bead
- Evaporative HumidifierStyle
- A fan pulls dry room air through a wet wick, so it cannot easily push a room past 50 percent. Also: wick humidifier, cool mist evaporative humidifier
- Evening PumpStyle
- Satin, metallic or embellished pump made for occasion wear.
- Evening WrapStyle
- Drapes across bare shoulders with no fastening, adding cover for a sleeveless dress without bulk. Also: shawl
- Everyday GlassesStyle
- Daily glasses live or die by the dishwasher and the floor, so glass type matters more than shape. Also: tumblers, highball glasses, drinking glasses
- ExfoliantStyle
- An exfoliant loosens dead surface cells so skin looks brighter, and frequency matters more than strength. Also: scrub, acid peel, AHA, BHA
- Extra FirmOption
- Compresses almost not at all, giving a nearly flat sleeping surface. Also: ultra firm
- Extra LargeOption
- Swallows a weekend of clothes, a towel and shoes in one trip. Also: oversized, XL
- Extra Wide CalfOption
- Starts at 18 inches around, built by specialist ranges rather than stretched from standard patterns. Also: extra wide shaft, super wide calf
- Eye CreamStyle
- Eye cream is a low-strength moisturizer built for skin that is far thinner than the rest of the face. Also: eye gel, eye serum
- Eyeglass FramesProduct type
- Fit here comes down to millimeters stamped on the temple arm, not to the shape you liked in the mirror.
- EyelinerStyle
- Eyeliner draws a line at the lash base, and its format decides how sharp that line can get. Also: kohl, kajal, liner
- EyeshadowStyle
- Eyeshadow washes color across the lid and crease, working in soft areas rather than in drawn lines. Also: eye color, lid color
F
- FabricBuying detail
- What is the garment actually made of?
- Face MaskStyle
- A mask holds a high dose against the skin for a set time, which is how it does more than a daily step. Also: sheet mask, clay mask, sleeping pack
- Face SunscreenStyle
- Protects about 400 square centimeters of much fussier skin, so texture decides whether you wear it daily. Also: facial SPF, daily sunscreen, UV fluid, sun essence
- Facial Cleansing BrushStyle
- A cleansing brush adds friction to a wash, which lifts surface grime faster and strips skin faster too. Also: sonic cleansing brush, face brush, silicone cleansing device
- Facial SteamerStyle
- A steamer warms and wets the outer layer for a few minutes, which softens plugs and opens no pores at all. Also: face steamer, facial sauna, steam vaporizer
- Fan-Forced HeaterStyle
- Blows air across an exposed wire coil for the cheapest fast heat in a room you only stand in. Also: coil heater, utility heater, fan heater
- FansProduct type
- Fans cool the person in the breeze, not the room itself, by speeding up evaporation from skin, and never lower a thermometer reading.
- Fashion BackpackStyle
- Reads as a handbag worn on the back, with matching leather and hardware and none of the load gear. Also: backpack purse, leather backpack
- Fashion SneakerStyle
- Sneaker styled for appearance rather than athletic performance. Also: lifestyle sneaker
- Faucet Mount FiltersStyle
- Screw one onto your aerator threads and a lever sends cold water through a carbon block on demand. Also: faucet filter, tap mounted filter, faucet attachment
- Faux LeatherOption
- Coats a fabric backing with grained plastic to copy leather's look at a fraction of the cost. Also: synthetic leather, vegan leather, PU, manmade upper, pleather
- FedoraStyle
- Takes a lengthwise crease and two front pinches in blocked felt, under a brim of two to three inches. Also: snap brim hat
- Field JacketStyle
- Four expanding pockets and a drawstring waist come straight from the M-65 combat jacket. Also: M-65 jacket, utility jacket
- Field WatchStyle
- Full numerals on a flat matte dial let a field watch be read in one glance, in any light. Also: military watch, military style watch
- Figural BroochStyle
- The whole piece takes the shape of one creature or object, so the silhouette carries the design. Also: novelty brooch, animal pin, insect brooch
- Files & ClippersStyle
- Files, clippers and buffers cut and abrade the nail plate to the length and edge you choose. Also: Emery board, Nail file, Nail clippers
- Fingerless GloveStyle
- Stops at the knuckle so fingertips work bare while the palm and wrist stay covered. Also: half-finger glove, half finger mitt
- FinishBuying detail
- How does it reflect light once applied?
- FirmOption
- Holds you on top of the mattress with barely an inch of give.
- Fisherman SandalStyle
- Woven leather bands close over the toes to protect them while the gaps between bands vent the foot. Also: fisherman shoe, woven sandal
- Fishnet TightsStyle
- Fishnet tights use an open diamond weave instead of a solid knit, so the hole size sets the whole look. Also: fishnets, net tights, diamond net hosiery
- FitBuying detail
- How close to the body is it cut?
- Fit & FlareOption
- Pairs a close bodice with a full skirt that springs from the waistline. Also: fit and flare, skater dress
- Fitness TrackerStyle
- Sensors come first and the screen second on a tracker band, which runs days to weeks per charge at a fraction of a smartwatch price. Also: activity tracker, fitness band, smart band
- Five Pocket PantsStyle
- Five pocket pants borrow a jean's pocket layout and rise, then build them in a twill or moleskin instead of denim. Also: five-pocket trousers, jean-cut pants
- Flagship PhoneStyle
- Carries the newest silicon, the brightest screen and the longest update promise, and charges for all three. Also: premium phone, high-end smartphone
- Flannel Pajama SetStyle
- Brushed cotton raises a fuzzy nap that traps still air, turning an ordinary set into cold room clothing. Also: brushed cotton pajamas, plaid pajamas, winter pajama set
- Flannel ShirtStyle
- Brushing raises a nap on cotton, and the air trapped in that nap is what makes flannel warm. Also: plaid shirt, brushed cotton shirt
- FlapOption
- Folds a panel over the opening and fastens it with a lock, magnet or clasp. Also: flap closure, foldover
- Flap BucketStyle
- Adds a flap over the gathered top, covering the gap a drawstring always leaves open.
- Flap Shoulder BagStyle
- Folds a stiff panel over the opening, trading fast access for a bag that stays shut. Also: flap bag
- FlareOption
- Fits close to the knee, then sweeps wide to stretch the leg line. Also: bell bottom, flared leg
- Flare JeansStyle
- Flares fit to the knee then widen several inches, so the hem length has to match one heel height. Also: bell bottoms, 70s flare
- FlatOption
- Keeps the foot level or nearly level with the ground, with under an inch of lift at the heel. Also: no heel, flats, zero drop
- Flat Back Labret StudStyle
- A flat disc sits behind the piercing so nothing digs in, which makes this the default healing piece. Also: labret stud, flat back stud, labret post
- Flat BootieStyle
- Ankle boot with no meaningful heel lift, on a flexible or lug sole.
- Flat CapStyle
- Stitches a low rounded crown in one piece onto a short stiff peak, in wool tweed or cotton. Also: driving cap, ivy cap
- Flat Cosmetic PouchStyle
- Lies flat with one zip and no base, so it slides into a bag you have already packed. Also: makeup bag, flat pouch, zip pouch
- Flat MuleStyle
- Backless closed-toe shoe with little or no heel lift.
- Flat SandalStyle
- Sandal with an inch or less of lift, on a flat or contoured footbed.
- Flat Top GriddlesStyle
- Cook on a solid steel plate where nothing falls through and fat never drips into a flame. Also: outdoor griddle, flat top grill, plancha
- FlatformOption
- Delivers one to three inches of height with the sole the same depth at toe and heel. Also: level platform, platform flat
- Flatform SandalStyle
- Thick sole of even depth front to back: height with no pitch.
- FlatwareStyle
- The 18/10 stamp tells you the steel in flatware, and the weight in your hand tells you the rest. Also: cutlery, silverware
- Flatweave & OutdoorStyle
- Flatweave rugs carry no pile, so they lie thin, reverse, and take abuse other rugs cannot. Also: kilim, dhurrie, indoor-outdoor rug
- Fleece JacketsStyle
- Holds warmth in a brushed knit pile that dries fast, and lets wind blow straight through. Also: Fleece, Polar fleece, Microfleece, Zip-up fleece
- Flexible SoleOption
- Bends easily across the ball of the foot, letting your step roll the way it does barefoot. Also: soft sole, unstructured sole
- Flip-FlopStyle
- Flat sandal held by a thong between the first and second toes. Also: thong sandal, flipflop
- Flip-Style Foldable PhoneStyle
- Folds in half to pocket size and hands back battery capacity, camera hardware and repair simplicity. Also: clamshell foldable
- Floating LocketStyle
- A glass front shows several tiny charms sitting loose inside, and they shift as you move. Also: memory locket, glass locket
- Floodlight CameraStyle
- Camera and motion floodlights in one hardwired housing that lights what it records. Also: floodlight cam, security light camera
- FloralOption
- Leads with flower notes, from a single rose to a layered bouquet.
- Flower Girl DressStyle
- A flower girl dress is chosen to match someone else's color and date, which changes how you buy it. Also: Junior bridesmaid dress, Wedding party dress
- Foil ShaverStyle
- A perforated metal screen traps hair while an oscillating cutter shears it off behind the foil. Also: electric foil shaver, linear shaver
- Foldover ClutchStyle
- Folds in half like an oversized wallet, so the bag changes shape with whatever you put in it. Also: soft clutch, fold over clutch
- Food Processors & ChoppersStyle
- A wide bowl and swappable blades chop, shred and slice dry food in seconds with no liquid at all. Also: chopper, mini chopper
- Food Storage ContainersProduct type
- Food storage containers keep prepped meals and leftovers fresh, and the material and lid you choose decide weight, stains, and how long food lasts.
- Football CleatStyle
- Football cleats add a toe stud for driving out of a stance and change collar height by position. Also: gridiron cleats
- Footed One-PieceStyle
- Feet sewn into the legs mean nothing to lose, and length becomes the measurement that ends its life. Also: Footie, Sleep and play, Footed romper
- Footed SleeperStyle
- Encloses a child from neck to toes in one zipped piece, so nothing rides up overnight. Also: Footie, Footed pajamas, Sleep and play, Blanket sleeper, Babygrow
- Formal PumpsStyle
- Patent slip-ons for black tie and white tie.
- FormulationBuying detail
- What physical form does the product take?
- FoundationStyle
- Foundation lays a thin tinted film over the whole face to even skin tone, not to hide single spots. Also: base, complexion base
- FragranceProduct type
- Fragrance blends scented oils into alcohol and unfolds on skin over hours, so strength and family are separate dials.
- Fragrance FamilyBuying detail
- Which scent family does it belong to?
- Frames & Wall ArtStyle
- Frames protect the art as much as they present it, and the mat does most of that work. Also: picture frames, wall art, gallery frames
- Freezer DrawersStyle
- Built-in drawers fitted into cabinetry. Also: undercounter freezer drawer, built-in freezer drawer
- FreezersProduct type
- A dedicated freezer holds one steady temperature, and chest against upright decides running cost and access.
- French CuffStyle
- The cuff folds back on itself and fastens with links instead of buttons. Also: double cuff, link cuff
- French CutStyle
- French cut panties raise the leg opening high toward the waist, giving the longest visible leg line of any brief shape. Also: French brief, high-hip panty, extreme hi-cut
- French Terry SweatshirtStyle
- Loops left uncut on the inside face make french terry lighter, quicker drying and far slower to pill. Also: loopback sweatshirt, terry sweatshirt, unbrushed fleece
- French-DoorStyle
- Two upper refrigerator doors above a lower freezer. Also: French-door refrigerator
- FreshOption
- Reads like air, water or clean laundry, and stays close to the skin by design. Also: aquatic, green, clean
- Front-BackStyle
- A decorative back slides on behind the lobe so the earring shows on both sides of the ear. Also: ear jacket, front-to-back earring, double-sided earring
- Front-Load WasherStyle
- A horizontal drum that tumbles the load and can often stack.
- Frost-Free FreezersStyle
- No manual defrosting, at a small cost in efficiency. Also: automatic-defrost freezer, self-defrosting freezer
- Frying Pans & SkilletsStyle
- Brown food in a wide pan with sloped sides that let steam escape instead of trapping it. Also: skillet, fry pan
- FullOption
- Widens a twin by 16 inches while keeping the same 75-inch length. Also: double
- Full Body ShaperStyle
- A full body shaper compresses from bust to thigh in one piece, giving the most even line in the shapewear drawer. Also: bust to thigh shaper, full coverage shaper, long-line bodysuit
- Full Coverage (Coverage)Option
- Covers opaquely, hiding pigmentation, scarring and under-eye shadow completely. Also: maximum coverage
- Full Coverage (Women's Bras)Style
- Cups reach the top of the breast and wrap around the side, so nothing sits outside the fabric. Also: full cup bra, full-figure bra
- Full Lace WigStyle
- Knots every strand into lace across the whole cap, which lets you part it anywhere and wear it up. Also: hand-tied wig, full lace unit
- Full RimStyle
- A closed rim grips the lens edge the whole way around, hiding its thickness and absorbing every knock. Also: full frame, closed rim
- Full-Zip HoodieStyle
- A zip from hem to hood turns a sweatshirt into a layer you can open, remove and put back on. Also: zip-up hoodie, zip hoodie, zip-through hoodie
- Furniture & MattressesCategory
- How to measure, judge and buy furniture and mattresses that fit your rooms and last a decade.
- Futons & DaybedsStyle
- Fold the back down flat so one pad becomes the bed, with no mechanism hidden inside. Also: futon sofa, convertible daybed
G
- G-StringStyle
- A g-string narrows the back and sides to their thinnest point, so almost nothing shows under close-fitting fabric. Also: g string, string panty, micro back panty
- Game Controllers & Gaming HeadsetsProduct type
- Game controllers and gaming headsets live or die on platform licensing, so check what your console accepts before comparing any other feature.
- Gaming ChairsStyle
- Racing looks and a deep recline meet an office chair base, with fewer real adjustments than the desk chair it resembles. Also: racing chair, esports chair, gamer chair
- Gaming DesktopStyle
- Spends most of the budget on the graphics card and on the cooling and power needed to feed it.
- Gaming LaptopStyle
- High-power graphics and cooling in a portable chassis.
- Gaming MonitorsStyle
- High refresh rates and low response times.
- Gaming ProjectorStyle
- Holds input lag under 20 milliseconds and runs 1080p at 120 Hz by switching processing off.
- Gaming Streaming DeviceStyle
- A streamer built for cloud gaming as well as apps, pairing controllers and leaning on ethernet, since every button press rides the network. Also: cloud gaming device, game streaming box
- Garage-Ready FreezersStyle
- Rated to keep working in unheated spaces. Also: garage-rated freezer
- Garden ClogStyle
- A garden clog molds closed cell foam or rubber into one piece so it rinses clean under a hose, but it gives little arch support or grip when wet.
- Garment BagsStyle
- Carries tailoring on its hangers and folds once, so a suit arrives with one crease instead of five. Also: suit carrier, suit bag, dress bag
- Gas GrillsStyle
- Cook on a knob, hot in ten minutes and off in one second, at the cost of real smoke flavor. Also: propane grill, LP grill, natural gas grill
- Gas RangeStyle
- Open-flame burners above a gas or electric oven.
- Gas Storage Tank Water HeaterStyle
- Burns gas beneath an insulated tank and reheats fast enough to cover back to back showers. Also: gas tank water heater, natural gas storage water heater, atmospheric water heater
- Gas Tankless Water HeaterStyle
- Fires a modulating burner only while a tap runs, so hot water never runs out. Also: gas on-demand water heater, instantaneous gas water heater, combi water heater
- Gas Vented DryerStyle
- Gas heat with electricity for controls and an outside vent.
- Gauntlet GloveStyle
- A gauntlet glove flares into a long cuff worn over a jacket sleeve to seal out snow, wind and sparks. Also: gauntlet cuff glove, long cuff glove
- GelOption
- Absorbs in seconds and layers without weight because water carries most of the formula.
- Gel PolishStyle
- A lamp cures gel into solid plastic in under a minute, buying three weeks of wear and one soak to remove. Also: Soak-off gel, Gel manicure, UV gel polish
- GeometricStyle
- Straight facets meet at sharp corners instead of curving, trading a round or square outline for angles. Also: angular sunglasses
- Gift SetsStyle
- Bundles one scent across several formats, priced for gifting rather than for sampling. Also: coffret, gift box, discovery set
- Gladiator SandalStyle
- Multiple horizontal straps stacked up the foot and ankle.
- Glass BeadStyle
- Molten glass wound over a metal core gives color that runs right through and chips if dropped. Also: lampwork bead, art glass bead
- Glass Food ContainersStyle
- Resists stains and odor and moves from fridge to oven where the label allows, at the cost of real weight. Also: glass storage containers, glass meal prep containers, borosilicate containers
- GlovesProduct type
- Buy gloves by the inches around your knuckles, then choose warmth or dexterity, because you cannot have both.
- Gold-ToneOption
- Wears a thin plated gold color over a base metal, at a fraction of solid gold's price. Also: gold plated, gold flash, gold finish
- GolfStyle
- Sixty two inches of arc shelters two people and pulls on your wrist like a sail. Also: oversized umbrella, sport umbrella
- Golf & PerformanceStyle
- Woven stretch synthetics let you swing and walk all day, then dry in under an hour. Also: tech pants, performance trousers
- Golf ShoeStyle
- Golf shoes resist the twist of a swing using soft spikes or molded lugs that spare the greens. Also: golf spikes, soft spikes, spikeless golf shoes
- GownOption
- Carries any silhouette to the floor in formal fabric and structure. Also: evening gown, ball gown, formal dress
- Graphic TeeStyle
- A graphic tee is a plain shirt with a print on front, and the print method decides whether it cracks or fades gracefully. Also: Print tee, Character tee, Licensed tee
- Graters & ZestersStyle
- Shred, grate and zest on teeth whose size and sharpness decide the texture you get. Also: box grater, rasp grater, zester
- Grill & Sauté PansStyle
- Choose ridges for grill marks or straight sides for liquid, since these two pans solve opposite problems. Also: griddle pan
- Grills & SmokersProduct type
- Pick the fuel that matches your week, then size the grate in square inches to the people you feed.
- Grip SocksStyle
- Rubber printed on the sole gives a toddler traction on wood and tile, where a plain sock slides. Also: non-slip socks, gripper socks, tread socks
H
- Hair AccessoriesProduct type
- How a piece grips, matched against the weight of your hair, decides both hold and breakage.
- Hair BandStyle
- You wrap this stretch loop around a ponytail, and its tension is the only thing holding it. Also: hair tie, scrunchie, ponytail holder, hair elastic
- Hair Brushes & CombsStyle
- Brushes and combs detangle, smooth, section or supply the tension a blow dry needs. Also: Hairbrush, Detangling brush, Wide tooth comb
- Hair CareProduct type
- Hair care treats a living scalp and a dead fiber, and matching product weight to hair weight decides the result.
- Hair CombStyle
- Insert the teeth against the hair, rotate the spine flat, and an updo stays put for hours. Also: side comb, decorative comb
- Hair DryersStyle
- A hair dryer evaporates water with moving air, then sets the shape as the hair cools. Also: Blow dryer, Hairdryer
- Hair Extensions & WigsProduct type
- Added hair either borrows your own as an anchor or replaces it, and fiber, base and tension decide the result.
- Hair MaskStyle
- Concentrates conditioner and holds it on for 10 to 20 minutes, which makes it a weekly step. Also: deep conditioner, hair treatment
- Hair Oil & SerumStyle
- Coats the outside of each strand to flatten frizz and add shine, without adding any water. Also: hair serum, shine serum, anti-frizz serum
- Hair RemovalProduct type
- Hair removal works at three depths, and that depth decides how long the result lasts and how much it stings.
- Hair ScarfStyle
- Winds around the head or a ponytail as a square or long piece of fabric, with the knot doing all the holding. Also: head scarf
- Hair TieStyle
- A plain covered elastic loop does the job with tension alone, and how its two ends are joined decides whether it snags hair. Also: ponytail elastic
- Hair TopperStyle
- Clips onto the crown to cover a widening part while leaving your own hairline, sides and back on show. Also: crown piece, wiglet, partial hairpiece
- HaloStyle
- A halo wraps small stones around a center stone so it reads a size larger than it is. Also: halo setting, halo engagement ring
- Halo ExtensionsStyle
- Rests on a clear wire under your crown hair, adding length with no pull on a single follicle. Also: wire extensions, flip-in extensions
- HalterOption
- Ties or fastens behind the neck, baring the shoulders and back. Also: halter neck, tie-neck
- Halter TopStyle
- A halter top ties behind the neck instead of over the shoulder, leaving both shoulders and your back bare. Also: halter neck top, tie-neck top
- Hand CareStyle
- Rebuilds a barrier that washing destroys ten times a day, so it is made to survive water. Also: hand cream, hand balm, hand salve
- Hand Towels & WashclothsStyle
- Stock the small sizes heavily, because a hand towel gets used more times a day than any other. Also: washcloths, face cloths, flannels
- Handbags & WalletsCategory
- How to choose a bag that carries what you need, sits comfortably and survives daily use.
- Handheld ConsoleStyle
- Seals a screen, controls and battery into one unit tuned around a fixed game library. Also: portable console, dedicated handheld
- Handheld Gaming PCStyle
- Runs desktop PC storefronts in your hands and asks you to manage wattage and settings. Also: portable gaming PC, PC handheld
- Handheld Garment SteamerStyle
- Releases steam onto hanging fabric with no board and no pressing, gently enough for delicate garments. Also: hand steamer, portable garment steamer, travel steamer
- Handheld VacuumsStyle
- Small units for cars, sofas and spills. Also: hand vacuum
- Hanging Toiletry BagStyle
- Unfolds into panels on a hook, moving your whole kit off a six inch hotel shelf. Also: hanging wash bag, hanging dopp kit, travel toiletry organizer
- HarringtonStyle
- A stand collar and elastic hem give this short zip jacket its clean, neat outline. Also: G9, golf jacket
- HatsProduct type
- Head circumference sets hat size in inches, and blocked felt or straw cannot stretch to forgive a miss.
- Hats, Gloves & ScarvesStyle
- Covers the head, hands and neck, the three openings a coat leaves wide open. Also: Winter accessories, Beanie, Toque, Mittens, Neck gaiter, Balaclava
- HeadbandStyle
- Spanning the crown, it presses behind both ears and keeps hair off your face without gathering it. Also: alice band
- HeadboardsStyle
- Bolt the anchor piece to a plain metal frame, or mount it to the wall, without buying a bed. Also: bed head
- Headphones & EarbudsProduct type
- Fit decides most of what you hear, so seal and clamp matter more than any driver specification.
- Heat Pump Water HeaterStyle
- Pulls heat out of the room air into the tank and cuts water heating power use by two thirds. Also: hybrid water heater, heat pump hot water cylinder
- Heat-Pump DryerStyle
- A ventless dryer that reuses heat for lower energy use. Also: heat-pump tumble dryer
- Heavyweight Base LayerStyle
- Above 260 gsm the fabric is built for standing still in hard cold, and it overheats the moment you work. Also: expedition weight, expedition base layer, 320 weight, heavy thermals
- Heavyweight Fleece HoodieStyle
- Past 400 gsm the fleece stops being a top and behaves like a coat you wear indoors. Also: heavy fleece hoodie, loopwheeled hoodie, heavyweight hoodie
- Heel HeightBuying detail
- How high is the heel, and what can you actually walk in?
- Heel TypeBuying detail
- What shape is the heel, and how stable will it feel?
- Heeled BootieStyle
- Ankle boot on a mid to high heel, cut close to the ankle.
- Heeled ClogStyle
- Clog on a defined block or stacked heel.
- Heeled MuleStyle
- Backless closed-toe shoe on a mid to high heel.
- HenleyStyle
- Two to four buttons on a short placket let you open or close a collarless knit top. Also: granddad shirt, placket tee
- Hi-Cut BriefStyle
- Leg openings are cut high toward the hip bone while the back stays fully covered. Also: high-leg brief
- High Frequency WandStyle
- A glass electrode carries a fast alternating current across skin, and the research behind it is close to absent. Also: violet wand, high frequency facial device, argon electrode wand
- High HeelOption
- Pushes most of your body weight onto the forefoot, trading walking range for the strongest leg line. Also: tall heel, high heels
- High RiseOption
- Lifts the waistband to the natural waist and visually lengthens the leg. Also: high waist, high-waisted
- High-Carbon SteelOption
- Takes the keenest edge of any kitchen steel, and rusts if you let it. Also: carbon steel, blue steel, white steel
- High-LowOption
- Rises in front and dips longer behind, splitting the difference between lengths. Also: hi-low, asymmetric hem, dip hem
- High-TopStyle
- Collar extends above the ankle for coverage and lateral support. Also: hi-top, high tops
- High-Waist BriefStyle
- The waistband climbs above the natural waist and control runs down to the top of the thigh. Also: shaping brief, tummy control brief, high-waist shaper
- High-Waist SwimStyle
- High-waist swim bottoms sit at or above the navel, covering the stomach and lengthening the leg line. Also: high-rise bottoms, retro swim bottoms
- Hiking BootStyle
- Supportive lace-up boot with a stiff shank and aggressive outsole.
- Hinged Clicker RingStyle
- A hinged section swings open and snaps shut, so you can fit a ring yourself in a few seconds. Also: clicker, hinged segment ring, hinged ring
- HipsterStyle
- A wide, straight band of fabric sits low across the hip instead of curving up to the waist. Also: hip hugger, low-rise brief
- Hobo BagsProduct type
- A hobo hangs from one shoulder strap on a crescent body that sags in the middle under its own weight.
- Holiday DressStyle
- A holiday dress dresses up velvet, taffeta or tulle for a short winter season, and sizing up buys a second year of wear. Also: Christmas dress, Party dress, Festive dress
- Home & KitchenCategory
- How to choose bedding, bath, cookware and tableware that fit your home and survive daily use.
- Home ConsoleStyle
- Sits under the television on mains power and spends its whole budget on picture and frame rate. Also: living room console, TV console
- Home DecorProduct type
- Decor changes how a room reads without changing what it does, so scale and placement carry the whole result.
- Home Theater PCStyle
- Sits beside the television and plays local media quietly, built around low noise and remote control. Also: HTPC, media center PC
- Home Theater ProjectorStyle
- Spends its budget on contrast and lens placement for a room you can really darken. Also: long throw projector, standard throw projector
- Hood InsertStyle
- Supplies the blower, filters and lights to be built inside a custom hood surround. Also: hood liner, power pack, built-in ventilator
- Hook-and-LoopOption
- Presses two fabric strips together for a closure that opens and adjusts in one motion. Also: velcro, touch fastener, fastening strap
- HoopOption
- Passes through the lobe and closes back on itself in a ring. Also: hoops, c-hoop
- Hoop EarringsStyle
- Hoops circle the lobe as a ring, and outside diameter sets whether the pair reads as a quiet stud or as the whole outfit. Also: hoops, huggie hoops, tube hoops
- Hoop SizeBuying detail
- How large is the hoop's diameter?
- HuggieOption
- Wraps tight to the lobe, barely wider than the piercing itself. Also: x-small hoop, mini hoop
- Humidifiers & DehumidifiersProduct type
- Both machines chase the same target: hold your home between 30 and 50 percent relative humidity, and measure it.
- Hybrid (Mattress Construction)Option
- Stacks real foam comfort layers over a pocketed coil core to get both. Also: coil and foam hybrid
- Hybrid (Mattresses)Style
- Pocketed coils under foam comfort layers sleep cooler and bounce back faster than all-foam, at a real cost in weight and price. Also: hybrid bed, coil and foam mattress, pocket spring hybrid
- Hybrid ConsoleStyle
- Docks to the television and lifts out as a handheld, giving up power in both roles. Also: dockable console, convertible console
- Hybrid ShortsStyle
- Hybrid shorts swim like trunks and finish like chinos, so you can stay in them all day. Also: amphibious shorts, swim chinos, land to sea shorts
I
- Impeller Top-LoadStyle
- A vertical drum using a low-profile wash plate. Also: wash-plate top-load washer, high-efficiency top-load washer
- Indoor Soccer ShoeStyle
- Indoor soccer shoes flatten to non-marking gum rubber that grips a court by friction alone. Also: futsal shoes, indoor court shoes, sala shoes
- Indoor-Outdoor SlipperStyle
- An indoor-outdoor slipper adds a real rubber outsole to a slipper upper, so it can handle the yard at the cost of extra weight and warmth. Also: outdoor slipper
- Induction RangeStyle
- Electromagnetic cooking with compatible cookware. Also: induction stove, induction cooktop range
- Infinity ScarfStyle
- Pulls on as a closed ring with no ends to tie, work loose or catch in anything. Also: loop scarf
- Infrared HeaterStyle
- Sends infrared onto people and objects, so you feel it in seconds and only within its line of sight. Also: radiant heater, quartz heater
- Initial & ZodiacStyle
- Letters, names and star signs turn a pendant into a message, which puts legibility above sparkle. Also: monogram necklace, name necklace, nameplate
- Ink Tank PrinterStyle
- Refills from bottles into built-in reservoirs, dropping running cost below a cent a page. Also: refillable ink tank printer, bottle-fed inkjet
- InnerspringOption
- Carries you on steel coils, so it breathes, bounces and holds its edges. Also: coil, encased coils
- Instant CamerasStyle
- Develops a physical print in your hand in about 90 seconds and charges you for every frame. Also: instant film camera
- Interdental BrushStyle
- An interdental brush cleans a gap in one pass, provided you buy the size that really fits it. Also: interproximal brush, gap brush, dental picks
- Intimates & SleepwearCategory
- How to measure, fit and care for bras, underwear, shapewear, sleepwear and hosiery.
- Inverter MicrowavesStyle
- Steady lower power instead of cycling on and off.
- Ionizing Air PurifierStyle
- Sprays charged ions that make particles clump and settle on surfaces instead of leaving the room. Also: ion generator, bipolar ionization unit, ozone generator
- IPL DevicesStyle
- Flashes light that hair pigment absorbs as heat, reducing regrowth across a course of sessions. Also: intense pulsed light device, light based hair removal, at home hair reduction device
- Irons & Garment SteamersProduct type
- Irons and garment steamers both remove wrinkles, but a hot soleplate presses a sharp crease while steam alone relaxes hanging fabric.
- Island HoodStyle
- Drops from the ceiling over an island and has to fight cross drafts from four sides. Also: ceiling-mounted hood, island canopy hood
J
- Jacket DressStyle
- Matching dress and jacket arrive together, tailored from one cloth to one finish. Also: dress suit, dress and jacket set
- JammersStyle
- Jammers hug the leg to just above the knee, giving racing fit with far more coverage than a brief. Also: swim jammers, racing shorts, knee length racers
- Jeans & JeggingsStyle
- Jeans and jeggings solve the same growth problem two ways: an adjustable waistband or pure stretch. Also: Denim pants, Jeggings, Stretch denim
- JeggingsStyle
- Jeggings are knit pants printed and stitched to read as denim, so they stretch far more and last less. Also: denim leggings, pull-on jeans
- Jelly SandalStyle
- Molded translucent PVC sandal in a single piece. Also: jellies
- JerseyOption
- Knits yarn into loops instead of a weave, so it stretches, drapes close and curls at cut edges. Also: cotton jersey, knit fabric
- Jewelry & WatchesCategory
- How to judge jewelry and watches on metal, stone and build, so you know what you are paying for.
- Joggers (Men's Activewear)Style
- Active joggers taper a technical knit to the ankle so nothing flaps while you move. Also: training pants, warm-up pants, performance joggers
- Joggers (Men's Pants)Style
- Elastic ankle cuffs stop the leg dead instead of letting it pool on your shoe. Also: cuffed sweatpants, tapered sweatpants
- Joggers (Women's Pants)Style
- Joggers gather volume above a knit ankle cuff, which is what gives them their tapered outline. Also: sweatpants, cuffed sweats, track pants
- Joggers & SweatpantsStyle
- An elastic cuff makes a jogger a jogger, holding the hem clear of wet ground and bike chains. Also: Sweatpants, Track pants, Cuffed pants
- JuicersStyle
- Pick between spinning speed and slow crushing, because the mechanism decides yield, foam and cleanup. Also: cold press juicer, slow juicer, citrus press
- JumpsuitStyle
- One garment joins top and pants, so torso length decides the fit before anything else. Also: all-in-one, one-piece, boilersuit
K
- Kamado GrillsStyle
- Trap a small charcoal fire inside thick ceramic that holds 250 degrees all night or hits 700 for pizza. Also: ceramic cooker, ceramic kamado, egg shaped grill
- Key Lock BoxStyle
- Holds a real key behind a code so visitors get in without carrying anything of yours. Also: key safe, lockbox, key vault
- Keyboards & MiceProduct type
- Switch feel and layout width decide your comfort, while a big DPI number changes almost nothing you feel.
- Keypad DeadboltStyle
- Opens on a numeric code alone, with no phone, no account and no radio to maintain. Also: electronic keypad lock, pushbutton deadbolt, standalone code lock
- Kid's Baby & Toddler ShoesProduct type
- Baby and toddler shoes protect a foot still forming, so soft soles and frequent refits beat support.
- Kid's BottomsProduct type
- The waistband, not the fabric, decides whether a pair of kid's bottoms lasts a year or a season.
- Kid's DressesProduct type
- A dress does the work of a top and a bottom in one piece, so the fabric decides where it can go.
- Kid's OuterwearProduct type
- Coats work as a layer system, so shells, fill and sealed openings matter more than one thick jacket.
- Kid's School UniformsProduct type
- School uniforms are bought against a written list, so color match and wash count matter more than style.
- Kid's ShoesProduct type
- Kids shoes cover little kid 10.5 through big kid 7, a stretch where feet gain a half size every 4-6 months and fit outranks durability.
- Kid's Size RangeBuying detail
- Which age and size band is it cut for?
- Kid's SleepwearProduct type
- Children's sleepwear answers a flammability rule, so fit is a safety decision before it is a comfort one.
- Kid's SwimwearProduct type
- Kid's swimwear works as sun cover first, so read the UPF number before you look at the print.
- Kid's TabletsStyle
- Rugged cases, parental controls and content limits. Also: children's tablet
- Kid's TopsProduct type
- A kid's top usually fails at the neck and shoulder long before the child outgrows it.
- Kid's Underwear & SocksProduct type
- Underwear and socks touch skin all day and get washed hardest, so elastic and seams decide how long a pair lasts.
- Kid's Water ShoeStyle
- Hook-and-loop straps and grippy draining soles keep small feet covered and the shoes on in water. Also: children's water shoe, toddler water shoe, swim shoe
- Kids & BabyCategory
- How to size, choose and safely buy children's clothing, from newborn through big kids.
- Kids BootsStyle
- Boots for kids hold warmth and grip through winter on insulated linings and deep tread, at a weight and stiffness a school day does not need. Also: winter boots, snow boots, hiking boots
- Kids Dress ShoesStyle
- Uniform-ready dress shoes for kids meet school codes and occasions in leather or faux leather that still bends where a growing foot bends. Also: uniform shoes, mary janes, loafers, oxfords
- Kids Rain BootsStyle
- One-piece rain boots for kids seal out puddles and mud with no seams to leak, and pull on fast enough for a rushed school morning. Also: rubber boots, wellies, galoshes, puddle boots
- Kids SandalsStyle
- Warm-weather sandals for kids vent heat and dry while walking, and a closed toe stays the safer choice for children who scooter, run, and climb. Also: sport sandals, closed-toe sandals, fisherman sandals
- Kids SlippersStyle
- House slippers for kids warm feet indoors and cut sock slips on hard floors, with the grippy sole doing the real safety work. Also: house shoes, moccasins, bootie slippers
- Kids SneakersStyle
- Sneakers for school-age kids absorb the school year on flexible rubber soles, reinforced toes, and closures matched to the child's tying skill. Also: trainers, tennis shoes, gym shoes, runners
- Kimono-Style JacketStyle
- A kimono-style jacket hangs open from straight seams, so fabric weight decides how it wears. Also: kimono jacket, open-front jacket
- KingOption
- Gives two sleepers 38 inches each, the width of a whole twin bed. Also: eastern king, standard king
- Kitchen Knives & CutleryProduct type
- Buy three knives you keep sharp, since edge upkeep changes your cutting far more than price does.
- Kitchen ThermometersStyle
- Read the number at the center of the food instead of guessing from color and clock time. Also: instant read thermometer, meat thermometer, probe thermometer
- Kitchen Tools & UtensilsProduct type
- Stock about ten tools that earn daily use, and match every handle to the pans you actually cook in.
- Kitten HeelOption
- Shrinks the stiletto's slim profile to a 1"-2" height you can walk in for hours. Also: kitten heel, low slim heel
- Kitten Heel MuleStyle
- A kitten heel mule sets a slim heel of about 1.5 to 2 inches under a closed toe, open back upper built to be walkable all day.
- Kitten Heel PumpStyle
- Pump on a short, slim heel of roughly 1-2 inches.
- Knee-HighOption
- Rises to just below the knee, covering the whole calf for the longest continuous leg line. Also: tall boot, tall-shaft, knee boot
- Knee-Highs & Trouser SocksStyle
- Knee-highs stop just below the knee so trousers never show a bare stretch of leg when you sit. Also: trouser socks, knee-high stockings
- Knee-LengthOption
- Lands at or just above the kneecap, the safest tailored length. Also: at-knee, on the knee
- Knife Sets & BlocksStyle
- Count the knives in a block you would use weekly; the rest of the box is packaging. Also: block sets, cutlery sets
- KnitOption
- Knits the upper in one stretchy piece that fits around bunions and wide spots instead of fighting them. Also: knit upper, engineered knit, sock upper, mesh knit
- Knit BoxersStyle
- Knit boxers keep the loose boxer outline in stretch jersey, so it follows the leg instead of standing off it. Also: jersey boxers, stretch boxers, knit boxer shorts
- Knit GloveStyle
- Stretchy yarn fits almost any hand and washes clean, but wind passes straight through it. Also: wool glove, texting glove
- Knit Pajama SetStyle
- Jersey stretches in both directions, so a knit set moves with you rather than binding when you curl up. Also: jersey pajama set, stretch pajamas, knit sleep set
- Knitted TieStyle
- A knitting machine makes this one as a tube, so it ends square instead of tapering to a point. Also: knit tie, knitted silk tie, square end tie
L
- Label PrinterStyle
- Burns an image into heat-sensitive stock, printing shipping labels without ink or toner. Also: thermal label printer, shipping label printer
- LaceOption
- Twists fine threads into a net of planned holes, so the pattern is decorative and fragile. Also: eyelet, crochet lace
- Lace Front WigStyle
- Hand ties hair into a lace panel at the forehead so the hairline reads as scalp from the front. Also: lace front, front lace wig
- Lace-UpOption
- Threads laces through eyelets so you can set the tension separately along the whole foot. Also: laceup, lace up, laced
- Lace-Up BootStyle
- Any boot fastening through eyelets along the full shaft.
- Lace-Up BootieStyle
- A lace-up bootie laces fully over the instep, the only ankle boot that adjusts to a high or low instep.
- Lacrosse CleatStyle
- Lacrosse cleats borrow football's stud layout, then cut weight and settle the collar at mid height. Also: lax cleats, lacrosse shoes
- Lamps & LightingStyle
- Buy lamps by the job they do, because one ceiling fixture cannot light a room properly. Also: table lamps, floor lamps, light fixtures
- Laptop BackpackStyle
- Suspends a padded laptop sleeve inside a real harness, so 15 pounds rides on both shoulders. Also: computer backpack, commuter backpack
- Laptop ToteStyle
- Hides a padded sleeve inside an open two handle tote, so a laptop rides above the base. Also: work tote, computer tote
- Laptop-Replacement TabletsStyle
- Larger screens with keyboard and stylus support built in. Also: detachable tablet, productivity tablet
- LaptopsProduct type
- Pick a laptop around the heaviest job you do weekly, because cooling, memory and ports are fixed at purchase.
- LargeOption
- Fits a laptop, files and gym kit, at the cost of empty weight.
- Large HoopOption
- Reaches toward the jaw and moves with every step you take. Also: statement hoop
- Large-Screen PhoneStyle
- Gives maps, video and reading the most glass, and asks for two hands and a deep pocket in return. Also: phablet, plus size phone, max size phone
- Lariat & Y-NeckStyle
- One long strand drops through a loop into a Y, which makes the length yours to set. Also: Y necklace, tassel necklace
- Laser ProjectorStyle
- Names the light engine rather than the shape: 20,000 hours of steady output with no bulb to buy. Also: laser phosphor projector, triple laser projector
- LatexOption
- Springs back instantly, floating you on the surface instead of hugging you. Also: natural latex, talalay
- LayeredStyle
- Two or more strands come joined at one clasp, so the spacing is set for you. Also: multi-strand necklace, layered set
- Learning ThermostatStyle
- Builds its own heating and cooling schedule by watching when you adjust the temperature, instead of asking you to program one. Also: self programming thermostat, adaptive thermostat
- Leather (Upholstery Material)Option
- Wipes clean, breathes, and darkens into a patina where people sit. Also: top-grain leather, full-grain
- Leather (Upper Material)Option
- Breathes, molds to your foot over weeks, and takes repair after repair for years. Also: genuine leather, calf leather, full grain, nappa
- Leather GloveStyle
- Leather blocks wind, and the lining sewn inside decides whether the glove is actually warm. Also: dress glove
- Leather JacketStyle
- Leather grade decides most of the price and all of the lifespan, and full grain, top grain, genuine and bonded are ranked words. Also: moto jacket, biker jacket, cafe racer jacket
- Leather StrapStyle
- Leather molds to one wrist within a week, and rots from the inside if you sweat in it. Also: leather band, calf strap
- Leave-InStyle
- Stays in after washing, protecting strands through drying, the hour when they break most easily. Also: detangler, leave-in conditioner
- LED MaskStyle
- An LED mask holds fixed wavelengths against skin for 10 to 20 minutes, and only consistency shows a result. Also: light therapy mask, red light mask, LED panel
- LED-LCD TVStyle
- An LCD panel with an LED backlight; the broadest TV family. Also: LED TV, LCD TV
- Leg CutBuying detail
- What line does the leg take from thigh to hem?
- Leggings (Kid's Bottoms)Style
- Leggings stretch to fit rather than being cut to fit, which is why they survive a growth spurt. Also: Stretch pants, Footless tights
- Leggings (Women's Activewear)Style
- Training leggings are judged on opacity under stretch, waistband grip and whether the seams rub. Also: workout leggings, training tights
- Leggings (Women's Hosiery & Socks)Style
- Leggings drop the foot and add enough fabric weight to work as trousers. Also: footless tights, stretch pants
- Leggings (Women's Pants)Style
- Leggings hold to the leg by tension alone, so fabric recovery decides how long they last. Also: stretch pants, footless tights, ponte leggings
- Light WashOption
- Strips most of the indigo for a pale, sun-faded, summery blue. Also: light rinse, bleached, acid wash
- Light-Up SneakersStyle
- Light-up sneakers flash LEDs from a battery sealed inside the sole, a feature that dies on its own schedule and cannot be replaced. Also: LED shoes, flashing sneakers, light shoes
- Lightweight Base LayerStyle
- The thinnest weight class moves sweat fast and adds little warmth, which suits hard work in mild cold. Also: silkweight base layer, featherweight base layer, ultralight base layer, 150 weight
- Line Voltage ThermostatStyle
- Switches 120 or 240 volt power directly for electric baseboard heat, and is never compatible with a central furnace or heat pump. Also: baseboard thermostat, high voltage thermostat
- Lined ClogStyle
- A lined clog adds shearling or fleece inside a clog shell for cold months, and the lining packs down over a season, so size with room to spare.
- LinenOption
- Pulls heat off the skin faster than any common cloth, then creases the moment you sit down. Also: linen blend, flax
- Linen BlendOption
- Wrinkles and softens on purpose, giving a relaxed, textured surface. Also: linen weave, slubbed weave
- Linen PantsStyle
- Linen pants breathe and dry fast because flax fiber allows it, and creasing within an hour is the honest cost of that trade. Also: flax pants, linen trousers
- Linen ShirtStyle
- Flax pulls heat off your skin faster than cotton, which is why linen wins above 85 degrees. Also: flax shirt, summer shirt
- Linen Shorts (Men's Shorts)Style
- Stiff hollow fibers hold linen off your skin, which is why it feels cool in humidity. Also: linen-cotton shorts, resort shorts
- Linen Shorts (Women's Shorts)Style
- Linen shorts trade a smooth look for real airflow, cooling you by letting heat escape the weave.
- Linen TrousersStyle
- Linen trousers trade a crisp look for the coolest fabric you can put on your legs in real heat. Also: linen pants, linen slacks
- Lingerie ChestStyle
- Keep small garments in one visible layer by stacking five to seven shallow drawers in a narrow case. Also: semainier, narrow chest, smallgoods chest
- Lip ColorStyle
- Lip color runs from sheer balm to opaque bullet, and the format decides both wear time and comfort. Also: lipstick, lip gloss, lip stain, lip liner, lip balm
- LiquidOption
- Pours thin and blends before it sets, which is why most foundations and tints take this form.
- Little KidsOption
- Spans 4 to 7, dropping diaper room and adding zips, buttons and adjustable waists.
- Loafer (Men's Dress Shoes)Style
- No laces, stepped into. Penny, tassel and bit variants.
- Loafer (Women's Flats)Style
- Structured slip-on with a raised vamp and no fastening. Also: penny loafer, slip-on shoe
- Local-Recording SystemStyle
- Cameras that save footage to local storage or a recorder. Also: local-storage camera system, on-premises camera system, NVR camera system
- LocketStyle
- A locket opens on a hinge, so it stores something instead of only showing it. Also: photo locket, memory locket
- Long Boxer BriefsStyle
- Long boxer briefs run 8 to 10 inches to just above the knee, covering the whole rubbing zone. Also: long leg boxer briefs, thigh length boxer briefs
- Long SleeveOption
- Reaches the wrist bone for full arm coverage.
- Long Sleeve Tee (Kid's Tops)Style
- A long sleeve tee bridges hot and cold weather, but the cuff wears out and rides up the arm before the body wears thin. Also: Long sleeve T-shirt, Base layer tee, Long sleeve crew
- Long Sleeve Tee (Men's Polos & T-Shirts)Style
- The same jersey body runs out to the wrist, turning a tee into a shoulder-season layer.
- Loungewear & CaftansStyle
- Loungewear is what you wear at home when pajamas feel too private and clothes feel like effort. Also: lounge set, kaftan, house dress, muumuu
- Loungewear SetStyle
- Matching knit halves keep pajama softness but carry enough shape to answer the door in. Also: lounge set, matching lounge set, knit co-ord set
- LoveseatsStyle
- Seat two on 50 to 70 inches when a full sofa would close the walkway down. Also: two-seater, settee
- Low HeelOption
- Lifts the heel one to two inches, enough to change the leg line without unsettling your balance. Also: low heel, kitten height
- Low RiseOption
- Settles on the hip bones, well below the navel, and stretches the visible torso. Also: hip-huggers, low waist
- Low-Profile KeyboardsStyle
- Travel drops to 2 mm or less, so your fingers move the way they already do on a laptop. Also: scissor switch keyboard, chiclet keyboard, island-style keyboard
- Low-TopStyle
- Collar sits below the ankle bone, leaving the ankle free.
- Lug SoleOption
- Grips soft and slippery ground with deep, widely spaced rubber cleats molded into the outsole. Also: lugged sole, commando sole, track sole
- Lug Sole BootStyle
- Any boot built on a thick, deeply treaded rubber outsole.
- Lug Sole BootieStyle
- A lug sole bootie sets a deep, treaded rubber sole under a short ankle boot shaft for grip and real visual weight.
- Luggage & Travel BagsProduct type
- Luggage carries a trip's worth of belongings and is sized by an airline's rule, not by your body.
- Luggage SetsStyle
- Sells two to four matched sizes together, which saves money and closet space but averages the quality. Also: suitcase set, nested luggage
- Luxury CollectionsStyle
- Buy the top construction tier for materials you can verify, not for the name on the label. Also: premium mattress
M
- Magnetic SnapOption
- Holds the top shut with concealed magnets that open on a light pull. Also: magnetic closure, snap closure
- Magnetic Wireless Power BankStyle
- Snaps onto the back of a phone and charges through the glass, at a real cost in heat and energy. Also: magnetic battery pack, snap-on power bank
- Major AppliancesCategory
- How to measure, install and choose major appliances, from refrigerators to laundry and cooling.
- MakeupProduct type
- Makeup sits on the skin's surface for a day, and formula, coverage and finish decide the result.
- Makeup BrushesStyle
- Fibers hold product in their gaps and release it in stages, which is how a brush builds color. Also: Cosmetic brushes, Face brushes, Brush set
- Mandarin CollarStyle
- A mandarin collar stands up around the neck with no fold and no points, and it never takes a tie. Also: band collar, nehru collar, standing collar
- Manual ToothbrushStyle
- A manual toothbrush adds no motion of its own, so your angle, your pressure and two full minutes decide it. Also: hand toothbrush, standard toothbrush
- Mary JaneStyle
- Rounded toe with a strap across the instep, usually buckled.
- Mary Jane FlatStyle
- Rounded-toe flat with a strap across the instep.
- MascaraStyle
- Mascara coats each lash for length, thickness or curl, and the wand does as much work as the formula.
- Matching Family PajamasStyle
- Puts a whole household in one print, sized from baby through adult for the annual photo. Also: Family pajamas, Matching PJs, Christmas pajamas, Holiday PJs
- Matching SetsStyle
- A matching set pairs a top and bottom cut from one fabric, so the color and texture line up exactly. Also: co-ord set, workout set
- Maternity ActivewearStyle
- A moisture-wicking panel supports the belly during movement instead of just stretching to fit it at rest. Also: maternity workout clothes, pregnancy activewear, bump support leggings
- Maternity DressesStyle
- An empire waist or wrap front skims over a changing belly instead of clinging to it through every week of pregnancy. Also: empire waist maternity dress, wrap maternity dress, bump dress
- Maternity JeansStyle
- Denim with a stretch belly panel instead of a fixed waistband, built to fit through a changing rise all pregnancy. Also: belly panel jeans, over-belly jeans, pregnancy jeans
- Maternity LeggingsStyle
- A full over-belly knit panel and four-way stretch make leggings the piece most people wear through every trimester. Also: belly support leggings, over-belly leggings, pregnancy leggings
- Maternity PajamasStyle
- Stretch jersey and room to grow across many weeks make these different from a set of regular pajamas sized up. Also: pregnancy pajamas, maternity sleepwear, hospital pajamas
- Maternity SwimwearStyle
- A built-in belly panel and adjustable ties support a bump in the water instead of just covering it. Also: pregnancy swimsuit, bump swimwear, maternity bathing suit
- Maternity TopsStyle
- Extra body length and side ruching keep this top from riding up over a belly the way a regular top would. Also: belly panel top, maternity blouse, bump top
- MatineeOption
- Falls between the collarbone and the top of the bust, clearing high necklines. Also: daytime pearl length
- MatteOption
- Kills shine by scattering light, and holds longest on skin that produces oil.
- Mattress ConstructionBuying detail
- What is inside the mattress?
- Mattress FirmnessBuying detail
- How much does the surface give under you?
- Mattress in a BoxStyle
- Unroll a compressed mattress at home, then give it up to 72 hours to reach full size. Also: bed in a box, roll-packed mattress
- MattressesProduct type
- Match the core construction and firmness to how you sleep, because this surface has to last a decade.
- MaxiOption
- Runs to the ankle or floor while keeping a relaxed, daytime look. Also: long, floor-length, full-length
- Maxi DressStyle
- Maxi means the hem reaches your ankle or the floor, which makes length the measurement to check before anything else. Also: full-length dress, ankle-length dress, floor-length dress
- Maxi SkirtStyle
- A maxi skirt reaches the ankle or the floor, so fabric weight decides whether it falls straight or billows with your stride. Also: floor-length skirt, ankle-length skirt, full-length skirt
- Meal Prep ContainersStyle
- Portions a week of batch cooking into matching compartments, turning a fridge shelf into grab and go meals. Also: meal prep boxes, portion control containers, meal prep sets
- Measuring Cups & SpoonsStyle
- Level dry things off in a nested cup and read wet things at eye level in a spouted one. Also: dry measures, liquid measuring cup, measuring set
- Mechanical KeyboardsStyle
- Every key gets its own sprung switch, so you choose the feel, the sound and the trigger point. Also: mechanical switch keyboard
- Media ConsolesStyle
- Size a media console to the screen above it, then to the boxes that have to breathe inside. Also: TV stand, entertainment center, TV unit
- Media Streaming DevicesProduct type
- A streaming device replaces the built-in apps on a smart TV with faster hardware, wider app support and updates that outlive the screen.
- MediumOption
- Takes daily items plus a tablet, a bottle and a book.
- Medium CoverageOption
- Evens most discoloration in one layer while skin still reads as skin. Also: buildable coverage, natural coverage
- Medium Format CamerasStyle
- Runs a sensor around 1.7 times the area of full frame for files meant to be printed large. Also: digital medium format, large sensor camera
- Medium HoopOption
- Delivers the classic gold hoop look, big enough to swing below the lobe. Also: classic hoop
- Medium WashOption
- Wears the classic broken-in blue that hides new wear the longest. Also: medium rinse, mid blue
- Membrane KeyboardsStyle
- A molded rubber sheet collapses onto printed film, which keeps the board quiet, light and cheap. Also: rubber dome keyboard, dome and membrane keyboard
- Memory Foam (Comfort Features)Option
- Softens under body heat and molds to your footprint, giving cushioning with zero break-in. Also: memory foam, molded foam footbed
- Memory Foam (Mattress Construction)Option
- Softens under body heat and molds around you, killing motion transfer. Also: gel memory foam, mattress in a box
- Memory Foam (Mattresses)Style
- Buy memory foam by its density number, since pounds per cubic foot predict how many years the hug lasts. Also: viscoelastic mattress, all-foam mattress, memory foam bed
- Men's ActivewearProduct type
- Match each piece to the session, since the fabric that saves a run can fail a lift.
- Men's Casual ShirtsProduct type
- Cloth and collar set how smart a casual shirt reads, and the hem decides whether it works untucked.
- Men's ClothingCategory
- How to buy menswear that fits properly, from dress shirts and suits to denim, outerwear and swim.
- Men's Dress ShirtsProduct type
- A woven shirt sized by neck and sleeve, where collar, cuff, finish and cut set how formal it reads.
- Men's Dress ShoesProduct type
- Learn the grammar of formality that ranks every pair, from black oxford down to driving shoe.
- Men's JeansProduct type
- Buy jeans by measurements and cloth weight, and the fit names on the label stop misleading you.
- Men's OuterwearProduct type
- Pick a coat by its job: wool over tailoring, loft for cold, a membrane for rain, cotton shells for mild days.
- Men's Pajamas & RobesProduct type
- Cloth weight and weave decide whether you sleep cool or wake up hot, and the waistband decides the rest.
- Men's PantsProduct type
- Match the cloth to the job and a few pairs of pants cover the office, the airport and the sofa.
- Men's Polos & T-ShirtsProduct type
- Knit shirts climb from plain tee to collared polo, and fabric weight decides which ones survive the wash.
- Men's Shaving & GroomingProduct type
- Blade type, hair shape and how close you cut decide whether shaving leaves smooth skin or bumps.
- Men's ShortsProduct type
- One inseam number places the hem on your leg, and the fabric decides which rooms the pair can enter.
- Men's SocksProduct type
- Fiber decides warmth and odor more than thickness does, and height decides what shows above the shoe.
- Men's Suits & BlazersProduct type
- Buy tailoring at the shoulder, spend on canvas and cloth, and let a tailor set everything below.
- Men's SweatersProduct type
- Fiber carries the price, gauge carries the warmth, and the neckline decides the rest.
- Men's Sweatshirts & HoodiesProduct type
- Fleece weight and the inside face decide how a sweatshirt wears, and cotton content decides how much it shrinks.
- Men's Swim TrunksProduct type
- Sort swimwear by how long you stay in the water, since that decides the length, the liner and the fabric.
- Men's UnderwearProduct type
- Pick underwear by inseam and fabric, since leg length decides chafing and the fiber decides how the day ends.
- Menstrual CupStyle
- A cup seals against the vaginal walls and collects 15 to 40 milliliters for up to twelve hours. Also: period cup, reusable cup
- Menstrual DiscStyle
- A disc tucks behind the pubic bone and holds 30 to 70 milliliters with no suction seal at all. Also: period disc
- Menstrual PadStyle
- A pad sticks to your underwear and absorbs from outside the body, so nothing can be left in too long. Also: sanitary pad, sanitary napkin, sanitary towel, maxi pad
- Merino Wool Base LayerStyle
- Merino keeps insulating while damp and holds off smell for days, so one top covers a whole trip. Also: merino base layer, wool thermals, merino long underwear
- Merino Wool SocksStyle
- Merino pulls sweat into the fiber core, which is why a wool sock still feels dry on the second day. Also: wool socks, merino socks
- MermaidStyle
- A mermaid holds close to below the knee before flaring, which buys drama and costs you sitting. Also: fishtail gown
- Mesh BraceletStyle
- Woven steel mesh adjusts to any length, so it fits without removing a single link. Also: milanese bracelet, mesh band
- Mesh Shower BagStyle
- Drains and dries between uses, which is what a bag carried to a shared bathroom has to do. Also: shower caddy bag, mesh toiletry tote, dorm shower tote
- Mesh Wi-Fi SystemStyle
- Several coordinated nodes used to extend coverage. Also: whole-home Wi-Fi, mesh router system
- Messenger Diaper BagStyle
- Rides on one long strap and swings to your front, so you change a diaper without putting it down. Also: crossbody diaper bag, satchel diaper bag
- MetalStyle
- Thin alloy wire and pads on bendable arms fit more noses than any molded bridge manages. Also: monel frames, stainless steel frames, wire frames
- Metal & ToneBuying detail
- What metal is it, or what metal does it wear?
- Metal BraceletStyle
- A metal bracelet sizes by removing links, so you fit it once with a tool and then leave it alone. Also: link bracelet, steel bracelet
- Micathermic HeaterStyle
- Wraps the element in mica sheets and warms a room with no fan and no oil to preheat first. Also: mica panel heater, micathermic panel
- Microcurrent DeviceStyle
- Microcurrent passes a few hundred microamps across the face, and the tightening it gives is measured in hours. Also: facial toning device, micro current wand, electrical muscle stimulation tool
- Microneedling RollerStyle
- A needle roller punctures skin on purpose, so depth, sterility and knowing when to stop decide the outcome. Also: derma roller, skin needling roller, micro needling device
- Microwave Hood CombinationStyle
- Puts a microwave cavity where the hood goes and ventilates from underneath it. Also: over-the-range microwave, over-the-stove microwave
- MicrowavesProduct type
- A microwave heats food from the water inside it, so turntable diameter tells you more than the capacity figure.
- Mid HeelOption
- Raises the heel two to three inches, the classic pump height that most people can still walk in. Also: medium heel, mid-height heel
- Mid RiseOption
- Lands just below the navel and distorts your proportions the least. Also: regular rise, mid waist
- Mid-CalfOption
- Stops partway up the calf muscle, the traditional height for riding, western and rain boots. Also: mid boot, mid-shaft, calf boot
- Mid-Range PhoneStyle
- Keeps the screen, battery and update window intact, then spends its savings by dropping the telephoto camera. Also: upper mid-range phone, midrange smartphone
- MidiOption
- Falls below the knee onto the calf, the most proportion-sensitive length. Also: tea length, below-knee
- Midweight Base LayerStyle
- At 190 to 260 gsm this weight covers most winter days, working alone under a shell or under a fleece. Also: 200 weight, 250 weight, mid weight thermals, everyday base layer
- MinaudièreStyle
- Holds a phone and a lipstick inside a rigid decorated shell that often weighs more than what goes in it. Also: minaudiere, box clutch, hard case clutch
- Mineral SunscreenStyle
- Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as a surface film that works the moment it dries, with a visible cast. Also: physical sunscreen, zinc sunscreen, inorganic filters, non-chemical sunscreen
- Mini (Bag Size)Option
- Holds a phone, cards and keys, and stops there. Also: micro bag, mini bag
- Mini (Dress Length)Option
- Stops above the knee at mid-thigh or higher, showing the most leg. Also: short, above-knee
- Mini BackpackStyle
- Keeps real backpack construction at about half the volume, so it carries well and holds very little. Also: small backpack, mini rucksack
- Mini Bluetooth SpeakerStyle
- Clips onto a bag or sits on a nightstand, sized for one listener rather than a room. Also: pocket speaker, clip speaker, mini speaker
- Mini BucketStyle
- Shrinks the shape until depth, not width, becomes the thing limiting what you can carry. Also: small bucket bag
- Mini CribStyle
- Mini cribs shrink the sleep space to a mattress near 24 by 38 inches under 16 CFR 1220, trading capacity for a footprint small rooms can hold. Also: non-full-size crib, portable crib, small-space crib
- Mini FridgeStyle
- Small refrigerators of 1.7 to 4.5 cubic feet for dorm rooms, offices and bedrooms. Also: compact refrigerator, dorm fridge, bar fridge
- Mini PCStyle
- Packs laptop parts into a 0.5 to 2 liter box that mounts behind the monitor or under the desk. Also: ultra compact desktop
- Mini SatchelStyle
- Shrinks the structured satchel to crossbody size, keeping the shape and losing most of the room. Also: small satchel
- Mini SkirtStyle
- A mini skirt ends above mid thigh, so the sitting test matters more than the standing mirror ever will. Also: micro skirt, short skirt
- Mini ToteStyle
- Keeps the two handle tote outline but carries only a phone, a card case and keys. Also: small tote, micro tote
- Mini-LED LCDStyle
- An LCD TV with many small backlight zones for finer light control. Also: Mini-LED TV
- MinimizerStyle
- Firm, shallow cups spread the breast sideways to reduce how far it projects from the chest. Also: reducing bra, minimiser
- Mirrorless CamerasStyle
- Sends light straight to the sensor and shows you the finished exposure before you press the shutter. Also: mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, compact system camera
- MirrorsStyle
- A mirror doubles whatever it faces, which makes the wall a bigger decision than the frame. Also: wall mirrors, leaning mirrors, floor mirrors
- Mirrors & CasesStyle
- Mirrors decide what you can see while you work, and cases decide what survives the suitcase. Also: Vanity mirror, Makeup bag, Train case
- Mismatched SetsStyle
- The left and right are designed to differ on purpose while still reading as one pair. Also: asymmetric earrings, mix and match earrings
- MittenStyle
- Four fingers share one chamber, so a mitten runs warmer than any glove of the same materials. Also: mitts
- MixersStyle
- Mixers fold air into batter and knead dough slowly, two jobs a spinning blade would tear apart. Also: stand mixer, hand mixer, kitchen machine
- Mobile Game ControllerStyle
- Clamped or stretched around a phone, a mobile game controller replaces touch controls for cloud streaming and native games. Also: phone controller, telescopic controller, clip-on controller
- Mobile PhonesProduct type
- Buy a phone for the years of security updates it promises, then for the screen and battery you hold daily.
- Mobile WorkstationStyle
- A performance-focused laptop for sustained professional workloads.
- MoccasinStyle
- Soft unstructured slip-on with the sole wrapped up and stitched to the upper. Also: moc, mocassin
- Moccasin SlipperStyle
- Moccasin-construction slipper, usually with a hard-wearing outsole.
- Mock Neck SweaterStyle
- A mock neck sweater stands about two inches tall and never folds, which gives turtleneck warmth without fabric at the jaw. Also: funnel neck sweater, half turtleneck
- Modem-Router GatewayStyle
- Internet access and routing combined in one unit. Also: wireless gateway, all-in-one gateway
- Modular SofasStyle
- Assemble seating from identical standalone units that split apart and go through a door. Also: modular sectional, component sofa
- MoisturizerStyle
- A moisturizer holds water in the skin, using humectants, emollients and occlusives in different ratios. Also: face cream, lotion, day cream, night cream
- Mom JeansStyle
- A high rigid waistband above a roomy seat and a tapered leg is what makes a mom jean. Also: high-rise vintage jeans
- Money ClipStyle
- A money clip pins folded notes under a sprung or magnetic bar instead of enclosing them. Also: money clip wallet, cash clip
- MonitorsProduct type
- Pixel density decides whether text looks sharp, and the port you plug into decides what the panel can do.
- Monk StrapStyle
- A buckled strap across the instep instead of laces.
- Monochrome Laser PrinterStyle
- Fuses black toner powder into the paper for sharp text at 2 to 4 cents a page. Also: mono laser printer, black and white laser printer
- Moto BootStyle
- Hardware-heavy ankle boot with straps, buckles and a low block heel. Also: motorcycle boot, biker boot
- Moto JacketStyle
- A moto jacket sets its zip off center, so the front crosses over the way a rider needs. Also: biker jacket, leather jacket
- MouthwashStyle
- Mouthwash delivers an active in 30 seconds of contact, so it adds to brushing and never stands in for it. Also: mouth rinse, oral rinse, fluoride rinse
- Mugs & CupsStyle
- Wall thickness, capacity and handle shape decide how long a drink stays hot and how it feels to hold. Also: coffee mugs, teacups, demitasse
- Multi-PacksStyle
- Several pairs arrive designed to be worn together up one ear rather than one pair at a time. Also: earring stack set, curated ear set
- Multi-Port Charging StationStyle
- Runs a desk from one outlet, then splits a fixed watt budget across every port you fill. Also: desktop charger, charging hub, GaN charging station
- Music-Focused Smart SpeakerStyle
- Larger drivers and room audio with voice control. Also: wireless smart speaker
N
- Nail CareProduct type
- How a nail product sets decides everything after it: wear time, removal method and damage risk.
- Nail PolishStyle
- Color sets as solvent leaves the film, so it dries slowly, chips early and wipes off in a minute. Also: Nail lacquer, Nail varnish, Nail enamel
- Narrow CalfOption
- Cuts the shaft under 14 inches around, closing cleanly on slimmer calves that standard boots gape on. Also: slim calf, narrow shaft
- NATO StrapStyle
- One nylon band passes under the case, so a failed spring bar cannot drop the watch off your wrist. Also: pass through strap, one piece nylon strap
- NaturalOption
- Leaves a faint even sheen that reads like healthy bare skin rather than makeup. Also: satin finish, semi-matte
- NeckerchiefStyle
- Folds into a narrow band and ties close to the throat, adding color without adding warmth. Also: kerchief
- Necklace LengthBuying detail
- Where does the chain actually sit?
- NecklacesProduct type
- Length decides where a necklace lands, and construction decides how many years it survives.
- NecklineBuying detail
- How is the neck and shoulder line cut?
- NecktieStyle
- Knots at the collar and hangs to your buckle, sized by blade width against your lapel. Also: long tie, standard tie
- Newsboy CapStyle
- Gathers eight fuller panels into a button on top, and carries more volume than a flat cap. Also: baker boy cap, gatsby cap
- NightgownStyle
- Hangs from the shoulders in one loose piece, with no waistband and no legs to twist. Also: Nightie, Nightdress, Sleep gown
- NightgownsStyle
- Nightgowns cover you from shoulder to somewhere between knee and ankle in one loose piece. Also: nightie, night dress, sleep gown
- NightshirtStyle
- A nightshirt swaps the pair for one long shirt, leaving your legs open so heat escapes all night. Also: sleep shirt, night shirt, sleeping shirt
- Nightstand ChestStyle
- Give a bedside spot three to five drawers instead of one, sized to the mattress rather than the room. Also: bedside chest, tall nightstand, bedside drawer chest
- NightstandsStyle
- Keep the bedside top within 2 to 3 inches of the mattress surface, then pick the style. Also: bedside table, night table
- No C Wire ThermostatStyle
- Runs without a dedicated common wire by drawing brief pulses of power through the wires already there, while the system sits idle. Also: power stealing thermostat, C wire free thermostat
- No StrapOption
- Sits in the hand or under the arm with nothing over the shoulder. Also: handheld, clutch
- No-Show SocksStyle
- Silicone grip inside the heel is what keeps a no-show sock below the shoe line and out of sight. Also: invisible socks, loafer socks, liner socks
- Noise-Cancelling HeadphonesStyle
- Headphones with microphones and electronics that cancel steady background rumble. Also: ANC headphones, active noise canceling headphones
- Non-IronStyle
- Resin cured into the cotton locks the fibers, so the shirt dries almost smooth with no pressing. Also: wrinkle-free, easy care, no-iron
- NonstickOption
- Releases eggs and fish with almost no fat, and dies young on a high burner. Also: PTFE, ceramic nonstick
- NormalOption
- Makes enough oil to stay comfortable and holds water without much help.
- Nostril JewelryStyle
- Nose studs differ mainly in the back, and the back decides whether the stud stays in your nose. Also: nose stud, nostril stud, nose screw, nose ring
- NubuckOption
- Sands the strong outer face of a hide into velvet, giving suede's look with boot-grade toughness. Also: nubuck leather, brushed nubuck
- Nursery GliderStyle
- Nursery gliders slide on a smooth platform base instead of rocking on runners, built for the long night feedings of the first year. Also: glider chair, nursing chair, glider rocker
- NursingStyle
- Cups unclip and fold down one-handed so a baby can feed without the bra coming off. Also: maternity bra, feeding bra, drop-cup bra
- Nursing TopsStyle
- A hidden inner panel or crossover wrap opens for feeding without lifting the whole top over your head. Also: breastfeeding tops, nursing shirts, feeding tops
- NylonOption
- Outlasts rubbing and rain at almost no weight, which is why travel and athletic shoes rely on it. Also: nylon upper, crinkle nylon, technical nylon
O
- Oblong ScarfStyle
- Wraps once at fifty inches and twice with tails at seventy, so length decides how you wear it. Also: rectangular scarf
- Occasion DressStyle
- An occasion dress is cut on a formalwear block, so it runs slimmer than the play sizes you know. Also: Party dress, Formal dress, Special occasion dress
- Off-Shoulder TopStyle
- An off-shoulder top sits below both shoulders on elastic or a structured band, with no strap at all. Also: off-the-shoulder top, bardot top
- Off-the-ShoulderOption
- Bares both shoulders beneath a straight horizontal edge. Also: bardot, off shoulder
- Office ChairsStyle
- An office chair earns its price through adjustment, not padding, so the ranges must fit your body. Also: task chair, desk chair, computer chair
- Office MonitorsStyle
- Sharp text, comfortable ergonomics, modest refresh rates.
- Offset SmokersStyle
- Burn logs in a side firebox and pull the smoke past the meat toward a chimney at the far end. Also: stick burner, horizontal smoker, barrel smoker
- Oil-Filled RadiatorStyle
- Heats sealed oil inside steel fins and hands the warmth back for 20 minutes after the element cuts out. Also: oil column heater, column heater, oil heater
- OilyOption
- Produces more oil than the surface needs, so shine returns within hours of cleansing.
- OLED TVStyle
- Self-emissive pixels with deep black levels and wide viewing angles.
- On-Ear HeadphonesStyle
- Compact pads that sit on the outer ear. Also: supra-aural headphones
- One-PieceStyle
- Joining top and bottom into one garment fixes the fit to your torso length and nothing else. Also: maillot, swimsuit
- One-Piece SwimsuitStyle
- Joins the top and bottom into a single panel that cannot come apart when water pulls at it. Also: One-piece, Bathing suit, Swimsuit, Maillot
- One-ShoulderOption
- Sweeps diagonally over one shoulder and leaves the other bare. Also: asymmetric neckline, one shoulder
- Open ToeOption
- Removes the front of the upper entirely, leaving all or nearly all of your toes exposed. Also: open toe, exposed toe
- Open TopOption
- Leaves the opening unfastened for instant access and no protection. Also: unfastened top, no closure
- Open-Back Over-EarStyle
- Vented cups with an airy sound and substantial leakage.
- OperaOption
- Reaches the sternum and doubles into a two strand choker when you want it shorter. Also: long strand
- Opera GloveStyle
- Reaching past the elbow, this formal glove is sized on an old button scale, not in inches. Also: evening glove, sixteen button glove
- Oral CareProduct type
- Oral care clears the bacterial film that rebuilds on teeth daily, and bristle softness and fluoride decide the result.
- Outdoor & Patio FurnitureProduct type
- Buy the frame metal and the fade resistant fabric first, then check that the patio can hold the footprint.
- Outdoor Smart PlugStyle
- Weatherproofs the same idea as a smart plug for string lights, fountains and seasonal decor. Also: outdoor smart outlet, weatherproof smart plug, outdoor plug timer
- Outdoor Storage & Deck BoxesStyle
- Keep cushions dry in a vented box sized in gallons, and check the volume before you buy. Also: deck box, patio storage bench, cushion box
- Outfit SetsStyle
- Two matched pieces let you change half an outfit, which nothing sewn as one piece can do. Also: Two-piece set, Baby outfit, Take-home outfit, Layette set
- Over-the-KneeOption
- Passes the knee onto the lower thigh, the boldest shaft and the hardest one to keep in place. Also: OTK boot, thigh-high, over the knee
- Over-the-Range MicrowavesStyle
- Mounted above the cooktop, doubling as the hood. Also: over-the-stove microwave, microwave hood combination
- Overalls (Baby Clothing)Style
- Baby overalls add a bib and straps over a bodysuit, and the knees take the hardest wear once a baby starts to crawl. Also: Baby dungarees, Bib overalls
- Overalls (Kid's Bottoms)Style
- Overalls hang from the shoulders on straps instead of a waistband, so they absorb a growth spurt no fitted pant can. Also: Dungarees, Bib overalls, Coveralls
- Overalls (Women's Jeans)Style
- Shoulder straps carry overalls instead of a waistband, so torso length matters more than waist size. Also: dungarees, bib overalls
- OvercoatStyle
- A knee-length wool coat covers a suit jacket completely, which is the whole reason it exists. Also: dress coat, wool overcoat
- OvershirtStyle
- Heavier cloth and a roomier cut let this shirt work as the outer layer over another shirt. Also: shirt jacket, shacket
- Oversized (Fit)Option
- Redraws the garment's proportions a full register larger on purpose. Also: boyfriend fit, slouchy
- Oversized (Sunglasses)Style
- Sheer lens area does the shading here, reaching past the brow and below the cheekbone. Also: oversize sunglasses
- Oversized BlazerStyle
- An oversized blazer drops the shoulder seam past your frame on purpose, so buy the cut and not a bigger size. Also: boyfriend blazer, relaxed blazer, slouchy blazer
- Oversized HoodieStyle
- Deliberate extra width and a dropped shoulder seam make this hoodie boxy by design, not simply a size bought too big. Also: boyfriend hoodie, boxy hoodie, oversized pullover
- Oversized HoopOption
- Passes three inches and takes over the whole look. Also: x-large hoop
- Oxford (Men's Dress Shoes)Style
- Closed lacing stitched under the front. The most formal lace-up. Also: balmoral
- Oxford (Women's Flats)Style
- Closed-lacing flat shoe with the facings stitched down. Also: oxfords, lace-up flat
- Oxford Cloth Button-Down ShirtStyle
- Basketweave cotton gives this shirt enough body to roll its buttoned collar into a curve. Also: OCBD, oxford shirt, button-down shirt
P
- Pajama SetsStyle
- Two matched pieces let you cover your legs and change one half without the other. Also: PJ set, two-piece pajamas, pyjamas
- Panama HatStyle
- Hand weaves genuine toquilla straw in Ecuador, not Panama, and only the finest grade rolls small enough to pack. Also: jipijapa hat, toquilla hat
- Panel BedsStyle
- Join a headboard and footboard with side rails, then add the support deck it expects.
- Panty LinerStyle
- A liner absorbs a few milliliters of discharge or spotting, and it fails at once on a real flow. Also: pantiliner, liner, shield
- Paperbag ShortsStyle
- Paperbag shorts gather extra fabric above the waistband so it ruffles over a tie belt. Also: tie-waist shorts
- Paperbag WaistStyle
- A paperbag waist gathers cloth above a tie, so the waist adjusts by an inch or two either way. Also: tie-waist pants, gathered-waist pants
- Paring KnifeStyle
- Hold the food in one hand and the blade in the other, on 3 to 4 inches you steer by thumb. Also: peeling knife, trimming knife
- ParkaStyle
- Length, insulation and a wind-breaking hood ruff make the parka a deep-cold coat. Also: snorkel parka, expedition coat
- ParkasStyle
- Runs long enough to cover the seat, so a child stays warm sitting on a cold bench or a sled. Also: Winter coat, Long coat, 3-in-1 coat
- Party SpeakerStyle
- Fills a backyard or driveway with sound from a tall, heavy box built for volume over portability. Also: party box, boombox speaker, tower speaker
- PashminaStyle
- A pashmina is a wrap woven from fine cashmere, though the name alone guarantees nothing about the fiber inside. Also: pashmina shawl, cashmere wrap
- Patent LeatherOption
- Seals leather under a mirror-gloss lacquer that sheds rain and never needs polish. Also: patent, patent finish
- Patio Dining SetsStyle
- Seat four to eight at 28 to 30 inches, then leave three feet behind every chair for it to work. Also: outdoor dining set, patio table and chairs
- PearlOption
- Grows inside a living mollusk and is judged first on luster, its glow from below the surface. Also: freshwater pearl, faux pearl, cultured pearl
- Pearl EarringsStyle
- Glue holds the pearl on a cup instead of prongs, and that joint decides how long it lasts. Also: pearl studs, pearl drops
- Pearl StrandStyle
- Pearls are knotted onto silk one by one, and that thread is what you actually maintain. Also: pearl necklace, strand of pearls
- Pedestal FanStyle
- Carries large blades on an adjustable pole and a weighted base, moving serious airflow at seated or standing height. Also: stand fan
- PeelersStyle
- Take skin off in a strip thin enough that you keep the food underneath. Also: vegetable peeler, swivel peeler, Y peeler
- Peep ToeOption
- Opens a small window at the front of a closed shoe, showing only the first toe or two. Also: peep-toe, open peep toe, chopped peep toe
- Pellet GrillsStyle
- Set a number and walk away while an auger feeds hardwood pellets to a fire pot for twelve hours. Also: pellet smoker, wood pellet grill
- Pencil SkirtStyle
- A pencil skirt runs narrow from hip to hem, so a vent or slit has to give your stride back. Also: straight skirt, tube skirt
- PendantStyle
- A pendant is two purchases at once, since the chain and the hanging piece are chosen separately. Also: pendant necklace, chain and pendant set
- Peplum TopStyle
- A peplum top fits close through the body, then flares from a seam at the waist out over the hip. Also: peplum blouse, flared-waist top
- Performance FabricOption
- Beads liquid on the surface instead of drinking it in. Also: stain-resistant fabric, indoor-outdoor fabric
- Performance PoloStyle
- Synthetic yarns move sweat to the surface, so the polo dries while you keep wearing it. Also: tech polo, golf polo
- Performance RouterStyle
- Extra wired capacity and traffic controls for demanding networks. Also: gaming router
- Period UnderwearStyle
- Absorbent layers are built into the garment, so nothing sticks, shifts or needs replacing mid day. Also: absorbent underwear, leakproof underwear
- Phone CrossbodyStyle
- Carries a phone, two cards and a key, replacing your pockets rather than your handbag. Also: phone bag, phone pouch
- Photo PrinterStyle
- Prints photographs from a dye ribbon or from six or more inks, at a cost you can predict. Also: dye-sublimation printer, wide-gamut photo printer
- Pillow TopStyle
- Sleep on a plush pad sewn above the surface, marked by a visible seam around the edge. Also: pillowtop mattress
- PillowsStyle
- Match pillow height to how you sleep, because the wrong loft bends your neck all night. Also: sleeping pillows
- Piqué PoloStyle
- Raised waffle texture gives this collared shirt enough body to stand its collar up. Also: golf shirt, tennis shirt
- Pitcher & Dispenser FiltersStyle
- Gravity pulls tap water through a carbon cartridge in your refrigerator, with no plumbing and no drilling. Also: water filter pitcher, filter jug, water filter dispenser, carafe filter
- Pitchers & CarafesStyle
- Pitchers and carafes pour for the whole table, and the spout, handle and neck split them by job. Also: jugs, carafes, decanters
- Plastic Food ContainersStyle
- Stacks light, survives drops and costs less than glass, at the price of staining and held odor over time. Also: plastic storage containers, reusable plastic containers, deli style containers
- Plates & BowlsStyle
- Open stock plates and bowls let you build, extend or repair a table one deliberate piece at a time. Also: open stock dinnerware
- PlatformOption
- Adds thickness under the forefoot so part of the listed heel height never reaches your ankle. Also: platform sole, hidden platform
- Platform BedsStyle
- Rest the mattress on slats or a solid deck and drop the box spring from the bill.
- Platform BootStyle
- A platform boot raises the whole sole an inch or more, adding height without tipping you forward. Also: flatform boot, platform
- Platform BootieStyle
- A platform bootie adds a thick platform under the forefoot to cut the effective pitch, so a tall heel walks like a lower one.
- Platform ClogStyle
- Clog on a substantially thickened sole for added height.
- Platform PumpStyle
- Pump with added sole depth under the toe, reducing the heel pitch.
- Platform SandalStyle
- Heeled sandal with added depth under the forefoot.
- Platform SneakerStyle
- Sneaker on a noticeably thickened sole for added height.
- Play DressStyle
- A play dress uses knit fabric and no fasteners, so it goes on alone and washes clean overnight. Also: Jersey dress, T-shirt dress, Everyday dress
- PlaysuitStyle
- A playsuit puts a shaped woven bodice on short legs, which pushes the same outline into evening. Also: dressy romper, occasion romper
- Pleated Skirt (Kid's School Uniforms)Style
- A pleated skirt keeps its folds only in polyester, since heat is what sets a pleat permanently. Also: Box pleat skirt, Knife pleat skirt, Kilt skirt
- Pleated Skirt (Women's Skirts)Style
- Pleats fold fabric at the waist and release it at the hem, which is what makes the skirt swing. Also: accordion skirt, knife-pleat skirt
- Plug-and-Play Mini ConsoleStyle
- Ships with a fixed set of older games in firmware and plugs straight into an HDMI port. Also: mini console, classic console, retro mini console
- Plugs & TunnelsStyle
- Plugs fill a stretched lobe, and the pace of stretching decides whether the hole ever closes again. Also: plugs, flesh tunnels, eyelets
- PlungeStyle
- The center panel drops low so the cups can angle inward under a deep V neckline. Also: low-center bra, V-neck bra, deep plunge
- PlushOption
- Sinks deeply under shoulder and hip, cradling rather than holding you up. Also: ultra plush, soft
- PocketStyle
- Five nesting sections shrink it into a jacket pocket and shrink your cover to one narrow adult. Also: mini umbrella, five fold umbrella, capsule umbrella
- Pocket SquareStyle
- Folds into a jacket's breast pocket to show a second cloth above the edge. Also: pocket handkerchief
- Pocket TeeStyle
- A pocket tee adds one patch pocket to the chest, which adds structure and hides fabric cling underneath it. Also: pocket t-shirt, chest pocket tee
- Point CollarStyle
- Points angle down and sit close together, leaving a narrow gap built for a small tie knot. Also: straight collar, forward point collar
- Point-of-Use Water HeaterStyle
- Sits under one sink and covers the last few feet, so nobody waits for hot water. Also: mini tank water heater, under sink water heater, single point water heater
- Pointed FlatStyle
- Flat with an extended tapered toe for a lengthening line.
- Pointed MuleStyle
- Mule with an extended tapered toe: the most common cut.
- Pointed ToeOption
- Extends the taper past your toes into a narrow tip, buying leg length with empty shoe. Also: pointy toe, point toe, tapered toe, pointed square
- Polo ShirtStyle
- A polo puts a collar and a short button placket on knit fabric, which is what uniform lists ask for. Also: Pique shirt, Golf shirt, Uniform polo
- Portable & Tabletop GrillsStyle
- Fold a real grill down to 20 pounds for a campsite, a tailgate or a balcony too small for a cart. Also: camping grill, tailgate grill, travel grill
- Portable Air ConditionerStyle
- A movable indoor unit vented through a window hose. Also: floor-standing portable AC
- Portable Bluetooth SpeakersProduct type
- Portable Bluetooth speakers trade wired fidelity for battery power and Bluetooth range, and size sets the honest ceiling on their bass.
- Portable DishwasherStyle
- A movable machine that connects to the sink when needed. Also: rolling dishwasher, freestanding portable dishwasher
- Portable HEPA Air PurifierStyle
- Draws room air through a dense pleated mat and traps 99.97 percent of the hardest particle size. Also: true HEPA room purifier, mechanical filter air purifier
- Portable MonitorsStyle
- Thin USB-powered screens for travel. Also: travel monitor, mobile monitor
- Portable ProjectorStyle
- Runs 2 to 3 hours on a battery at 200 to 800 lumens, so it only works after dark. Also: mini projector, pico projector, battery projector
- PowderOption
- Lays down color dry and soaks up oil, so it finishes a base rather than starting one. Also: pressed powder, loose powder
- Power BankStyle
- Stores a charge in advance and hands back about two thirds of the capacity printed on the case. Also: portable charger, battery pack, external battery
- Premium Portable SpeakerStyle
- Tunes for accuracy over raw volume, with better materials and drivers at a higher price. Also: hi fi portable speaker, premium bluetooth speaker
- Press-On NailsStyle
- Press-ons bond a pre-shaped plastic tip over your own nail for a finished set in minutes. Also: Glue-on nails, False nails, Stick-on nails
- Pressure Multi-CookersStyle
- Cook beans and tough cuts in a fraction of stovetop time by sealing steam into a pot that raises the boiling point. Also: electric pressure cooker, programmable pressure cooker
- Primer & SettingStyle
- Primer and setting products add no color, only changing how long everything else stays where you put it. Also: makeup primer, setting spray, setting powder, finishing powder
- PrincessOption
- Drops to the collarbone, which is why most pendant chains are sold at this length. Also: 18 inch chain, standard length
- Printers & ScannersProduct type
- A printer's price is a deposit, and the ink, toner or labels it eats decide what it really costs.
- Pro ControllerStyle
- Built for competitive play, a pro controller adds back paddles, adjustable triggers and better sticks at two to three times the standard price. Also: elite controller, tournament controller, performance controller
- Programmable Smart ThermostatStyle
- Runs a fixed weekly schedule you set in an app, covering wake, leave, return, and sleep, without guessing at your routine. Also: scheduled thermostat, app programmable thermostat
- ProjectorsProduct type
- A projector trades a dark room for a picture no television can match, and throw ratio decides where it sits.
- Puffer (Men's Outerwear)Style
- Stitched compartments hold loft in place, giving more warmth per ounce than any woven coat. Also: down jacket, quilted jacket
- Puffer (Women's Coats & Jackets)Style
- Quilted channels hold fill in place, so a puffer's warmth comes from trapped air rather than cloth. Also: down jacket, quilted coat
- Puffer JacketsStyle
- Quilted channels keep the fill from sliding, and every stitch line is a cold stripe across the coat. Also: Puffer coat, Down jacket, Quilted jacket, Bubble coat
- PulloverStyle
- Nothing opens on a pullover, so an unbroken knitted front holds more heat than a cardigan. Also: jumper, crewneck sweater
- Pullover Hoodie (Men's Sweatshirts & Hoodies)Style
- An unbroken front panel holds heat that a zip lets out, which is why pullovers run warmest. Also: hooded sweatshirt, hoodie, pullover hooded sweatshirt
- Pullover Hoodie (Women's Sweatshirts & Hoodies)Style
- An unbroken front panel holds in warmth that a zip lets escape, which is why pullovers run the warmest of the group. Also: hoodie, hooded sweatshirt, pullover hoodie sweatshirt
- Push-UpStyle
- Angled pads sit under and outside the breast to lift it up and push it toward the center. Also: padded lift bra, gel bra
Q
- Quantum-Dot LCDStyle
- An LCD TV using quantum dots to improve color and brightness. Also: QLED
- Quarter-ZipStyle
- A quarter-zip opens 6 to 8 inches at the throat, so one sweater covers two temperatures. Also: quarter zip sweater, zip neck sweater
- Quarter-Zip PulloverStyle
- A 6 to 9 inch zip below a standing collar lets one sweatshirt handle a cold start and a warm afternoon. Also: quarter zip, half-zip pullover, zip-neck sweatshirt
- Quarter-Zip SweatshirtStyle
- A 6 to 9 inch zip below a standing collar lets one sweatshirt handle two temperatures. Also: half-zip sweatshirt, zip-neck sweatshirt, quarter zip pullover
- QuartzOption
- Counts the vibrations of a quartz crystal, keeping time far closer than any mechanical. Also: battery movement, swiss quartz
- QueenOption
- Measures 60 by 80 inches and outsells every other size in the US.
- Quilts & CoverletsStyle
- Add a thin stitched layer that keeps the bed dressed in summer without the bulk of a comforter. Also: bedspread, matelasse
R
- Radiant Electric RangeStyle
- Electric elements beneath a smooth glass surface. Also: smooth-top electric range, ceramic cooktop range
- Raglan TeeStyle
- A raglan tee moves the sleeve seam from the shoulder point to a diagonal line, freeing up your arms to move. Also: baseball tee, raglan sleeve tee
- Rain BootStyle
- Molded waterproof rubber boot, usually mid-calf or knee-high. Also: wellington, welly, galosh
- Rain ShellStyle
- Taped seams and a waterproof membrane block rain without adding any insulation. Also: hardshell, waterproof jacket
- RaincoatStyle
- Waterproof or merely water resistant is the first question, and a raincoat answers it with a coating, sealed seams and a number. Also: rain jacket, waterproof coat, slicker
- Raincoats & Rain SuitsStyle
- Seals water out with a coated shell and taped seams, and keeps a child visible in gray light. Also: Rain jacket, Slicker, Puddle suit, Rain suit, Mac
- Range HoodsProduct type
- A range hood works best on capture area and duct size, not on the CFM number printed on the box.
- Ranges & OvensProduct type
- A range stacks a cooktop over an oven, and what your kitchen can supply in fuel, power and venting decides the rest.
- Rash GuardStyle
- Covers the torso and arms in rated knit, keeping fabric on the skin sunscreen slides off first. Also: Swim shirt, Sun shirt, Rashie, Surf shirt
- Rash Guards (Men's Swim Trunks)Style
- A rash guard seals your torso against sun and board rub while staying tight enough not to drag. Also: rashie, swim shirt, surf shirt, UPF top
- Rash Guards (Women's Swimwear)Style
- A rash guard fits tight, blocks sun and stops board wax and sand from grating your skin. Also: swim shirt, rashie, surf shirt
- Raw HemStyle
- Cut and left unstitched, the hem frays into a short fringe and then stops. Also: frayed hem, cut hem, undone hem
- Reading GlassesStyle
- A single magnifying power sits in both lenses, which only works when your eyes need the same help. Also: readers, over the counter reading glasses
- ReclinersStyle
- Recliners trade floor space and moving parts for leg support no fixed chair can give you. Also: lounger, lift chair, easy chair
- RecliningStyle
- Raise a footrest and drop the back at the end seats, once you have cleared the space behind. Also: recliner sofa, motion sofa
- Recovery SlideStyle
- Thick soft foam cradles a tired foot after effort, taking the impact out of every step at home. Also: recovery sandal, foam slide
- RectangleStyle
- A wide, shallow lens shape reads as the default frame, and it flatters far more faces than it excites. Also: rectangular glasses
- RectangularOption
- Runs longer than it is wide, following the arm instead of crossing it. Also: tank style
- Reef and Rock ShoeStyle
- A thick stiff sole shields the foot from shell and rock where thin water socks give up. Also: reef walker, rock shoe, reef bootie
- Refrigerant DehumidifierStyle
- A cold coil condenses water out of the air, which works well above 65 degrees and badly below it. Also: compressor dehumidifier, portable dehumidifier, condensing dehumidifier
- Refrigerator & Inline FiltersStyle
- A cartridge on the refrigerator supply line cleans the water and ice you already draw. Also: fridge filter, ice maker filter, inline water filter
- RefrigeratorsProduct type
- A refrigerator runs nonstop for a decade or more, so layout, clearance and running cost outrank features.
- Regular CalfOption
- Covers the 14 to 16 inch band that most unlabeled tall boots are built to. Also: standard calf, medium calf
- Relaxed FitOption
- Adds ease at every point so the cloth drapes instead of following. Also: loose fit, easy fit
- Relaxed Fit JeansStyle
- Relaxed jeans add two to three inches through the thigh while keeping a gentle taper below the knee. Also: easy fit, comfort fit
- Remote Sensor ThermostatStyle
- Pairs with small battery powered sensors in other rooms, so the system can read or average temperature away from the hallway wall. Also: room sensor thermostat, multi room thermostat
- Removable InsoleOption
- Lifts out of the shoe so an orthotic can drop in without stealing space from your foot. Also: removable footbed, removable insoles, orthotic friendly
- RemoversStyle
- Remover dissolves polish off the nail, and the solvent inside decides what it can shift. Also: Nail polish remover, Acetone, Soak-off solution
- Retrofit Deadbolt AdapterStyle
- Bolts over your existing thumbturn inside, leaving the outside cylinder and every key untouched. Also: thumbturn adapter, conversion smart lock, retrofit smart lock
- Reusable Cloth PadStyle
- A cloth pad snaps around the gusset of ordinary underwear and washes for years instead of going in a bin. Also: washable pad, cloth menstrual pad
- Reusable Silicone BagsStyle
- Folds flat when empty and replaces single use plastic bags across the freezer, fridge and pantry. Also: silicone food bags, reusable freezer bags, silicone storage pouches
- Reverse FoldingStyle
- Ribs hinge upward so the wet face folds inward, keeping the drips off your car seat. Also: inverted umbrella, upside down umbrella, C handle umbrella
- Reverse Osmosis SystemsStyle
- Line pressure drives water through a membrane that rejects most dissolved solids and drains them away. Also: RO system, RO filter, under sink reverse osmosis, tankless RO
- Reversible BeltStyle
- Turns its buckle to swap between two finished faces, usually black on one side and brown on the other. Also: double-sided belt
- Rice CookersStyle
- Perfect pots of rice come from a machine that senses when the water is gone and stops itself at that exact moment. Also: rice maker, rice steamer, fuzzy logic cooker
- Riding BootStyle
- Knee-high boot with a flat heel and a plain, close-fitting shaft. Also: equestrian boot
- Rigid RawStyle
- Unwashed, unstretched denim starts stiff and slowly fades into the shape of its wearer. Also: raw denim, dry denim, shrink-to-fit
- Rimless (Eyeglass Frames)Style
- Drilled holes carry the whole frame, so the lens becomes the structure and the outline disappears. Also: drill mount, three piece mount
- Rimless (Sunglasses)Style
- Lenses are drilled and bolted straight to the bridge and temples, so no rim ever surrounds the glass. Also: drill mount sunglasses, frameless sunglasses
- RingsProduct type
- Buy a ring for the finger and the work it does, because size, setting height and metal all follow from that.
- RiseBuying detail
- How high does the waistband sit?
- Robes (Bath Linens)Style
- Wear the towel instead of holding it, and pick fabric by whether you want absorbing or warming. Also: dressing gown, housecoat
- Robes (Women's Sleepwear & Robes)Style
- A robe ties over whatever you already have on and comes off in seconds. Also: bathrobe, dressing gown, housecoat
- Robot VacuumsStyle
- Automatic cleaning on a schedule, best on clear floors.
- Roll-OnStyle
- A wet ball spreads liquid into every fold of skin, then asks you to wait while the film dries. Also: ball applicator, rollette, liquid roll-on
- RollerballStyle
- Swaps the spray for a rolling ball, putting scent on skin only and keeping it close. Also: roll-on, perfume oil, purse roller
- Romper (Baby Clothing)Style
- A romper covers a baby in warm weather with short or no legs, closing at the crotch like a bodysuit rather than down each leg. Also: Playsuit, Sunsuit, Onesie shorts
- Romper (Women's Jumpsuits & Rompers)Style
- A romper joins a top to shorts, so nothing tucks, nothing drags and the hem never meets the ground. Also: short jumpsuit, one-piece shorts
- Room-Size RugsStyle
- Room-size rugs pull the furniture into one group instead of leaving pieces stranded on bare floor. Also: large area rug, living room rug
- RopeOption
- Passes 36 inches, long enough to wrap, knot or hang as a lariat. Also: lariat length, sautoir
- Rose GoldOption
- Takes its pink from copper in the alloy, so the color runs through the whole piece. Also: pink gold, red gold
- Rotary ShaverStyle
- Three circular cutters spin under slotted covers, and each head tilts on its own to follow a jaw. Also: electric rotary shaver, three head shaver
- Round (Case Shape)Option
- Follows the sweep of the hands, which is why most watches are built this way. Also: circular case
- Round (Eyeglass Frames)Style
- A true circle replaces every corner with one continuous curve, softening an angular face. Also: circle frames, panto glasses
- Round (Sunglasses)Style
- Circular lenses match in height and width, giving the least coverage of any classic frame. Also: circular frames, panto
- Round ToeOption
- Curves evenly across the front with no taper, giving your toes the full width of the shoe. Also: rounded toe, closed round toe, box toe
- Rubber StrapStyle
- Rubber absorbs nothing, which makes it the one band you can swim, sweat and shower in. Also: silicone strap, rubber band
- Rugby BootStyle
- Rugby boots widen the last and add an eighth stud so a forward's foot holds under scrum load. Also: rugby cleats, rugby studs
- Rugged Outdoor SpeakerStyle
- Armors its shell against drops and dust first, with water resistance as a secondary feature. Also: adventure speaker, outdoor speaker, drop proof speaker
- RunnersStyle
- Runners cover a path rather than an area, so the hallway sets both width and length. Also: hall runner, stair runner
- Running ShoeStyle
- Cushioned, lightweight sneaker built for repeated forward impact.
- Running Shorts (Men's Activewear)Style
- Running shorts pair a very short inseam with a sewn-in liner so nothing rubs at speed. Also: split shorts, race shorts, 2-in-1 shorts
- Running Shorts (Women's Activewear)Style
- Running shorts cut the inseam short and add a built-in liner so your legs swing without chafing. Also: run shorts, split shorts
- Running TightsStyle
- Running tights are compressive leggings built for the road, with pockets, reflective trim and a full or shorter cut. Also: compression tights, seven-eighths tights
S
- Saddle BagStyle
- Curves at the base beneath a rounded flap, a shape lifted straight from horse tack.
- Safety RazorStyle
- One blade clamps between a cap and a guard, and you set the cutting angle with your own wrist. Also: double edge razor, DE razor, single blade razor
- Safety RazorsStyle
- Holds one double edge blade at a fixed angle, so it cuts at skin level for pennies a shave. Also: double edge razor, single blade razor, DE razor
- SandalsProduct type
- Where the straps sit decides whether a sandal carries you all day or blisters you by noon.
- SantokuStyle
- The flat edge chops straight down, a different motion from rocking a chef's knife. Also: Japanese chef's knife
- SatchelsProduct type
- Keeps its rectangle on a flat base under a short top handle, so it stands on a desk and reads formal.
- SatinOption
- Floats threads across the surface of a weave to create the shine evening shoes are known for. Also: satin upper, silk satin, duchess satin
- SaucepansStyle
- Simmer and reduce in a tall narrow pan where liquid loses less water to the air. Also: sauce pot, milk pan
- Scarf & Shawl PinStyle
- A scarf pin passes between the yarns of a knit and holds by tension instead of a catch. Also: shawl pin, penannular brooch, scarf ring
- Scarves & WrapsProduct type
- Pick a scarf by its measurements and its cloth, since the shape name says nothing about how warm it will be.
- School BlazerStyle
- A blazer is sized by chest and fitted at the shoulder, the one part a tailor cannot cheaply move. Also: School jacket, Uniform blazer, Crested blazer
- Scrubs & ExfoliantsStyle
- Lifts dead surface cells, either by rubbing them off or by dissolving what holds them on. Also: body polish, exfoliating scrub
- ScrunchieStyle
- Wraps a long elastic inside a loose fabric tube, so the gathered cloth spreads pressure instead of pinching one line. Also: scrunchy
- Scuff SlipperStyle
- A scuff slipper leaves both the toe and the heel open, the least shoe in the slipper family and the fastest one to walk right out of.
- Sculpted HeelOption
- Turns the heel itself into the design: curves, cut-outs, flares and geometry that vary shoe by shoe. Also: sculptural heel, architectural heel, shaped heel
- Seamless & Laser-CutStyle
- Construction, not shape: the seams and hems are removed so nothing prints through fitted clothing. Also: no-show underwear, invisible underwear, bonded underwear
- SectionalsStyle
- Wrap seating around a corner in one fixed run whose shape is decided the day you order. Also: corner sofa, L-shaped sofa
- Security Cameras & Video DoorbellsProduct type
- Choose where the footage lives before you choose the camera, because storage and plan cost outlast the hardware.
- Self-TannerStyle
- Stains dead surface cells brown over a few hours and gives no sun protection whatsoever. Also: sunless tanner, fake tan, tanning mousse, gradual tan, tanning drops
- SelvedgeStyle
- Selvedge names a shuttle-loomed cloth whose edge closes on itself, visible when you cuff the hem. Also: selvage, self-edge, red line denim
- Semi RimlessStyle
- Material across the top and a nylon cord underneath cut the weight and clear your lower field of view. Also: half rim, nylor, supra
- SensitiveOption
- Reacts with stinging, redness or bumps to things other skin tolerates.
- Serrated & Bread KnifeStyle
- Saw through crust, skin and sponge on 9 to 10 inches of teeth that never press down. Also: serrated knife, cake knife
- Serum (Formulation)Option
- Delivers a high dose of actives in a thin fluid that goes on before anything heavier.
- Serum (Skincare)Style
- A serum delivers one active at a working concentration in a thin base, so it goes on before anything heavier. Also: treatment, ampoule, booster
- ServewareStyle
- Serveware moves food from the kitchen to the middle of the table in pieces built to be shared. Also: serving pieces, hostess set
- Sew-In WeftsStyle
- Stitches wefts onto cornrowed braids with a curved needle, holding for six to eight weeks at a time. Also: weave, sew-in weave, braided install
- Shaft HeightBuying detail
- How far up the leg does the boot reach?
- Shag & PlushStyle
- Shag trades practicality for depth: you feel it underfoot and you work harder to keep it. Also: high-pile rug, flokati, frieze rug
- ShampooStyle
- Cleans the scalp with detergent, and the run off down the lengths is all your ends need. Also: hair wash
- Shaping CamisoleStyle
- A shaping camisole smooths the torso from bust to hip and layers over your own bra instead of replacing it. Also: shaping tank, smoothing camisole, control camisole
- Shaping ShortsStyle
- Shaping shorts smooth the stomach and seat while a mid-thigh leg stops skin from rubbing in warm weather. Also: shaper shorts, smoothing shorts, boyshort shaper
- Shaping SlipStyle
- A slip with compression built in smooths the torso and gives the dress a clean surface to hang on. Also: shaping full slip, control slip, half slip shaper
- Sharpeners & SteelsStyle
- Pick the sharpener you will actually practice with, since an unused stone sharpens nothing. Also: whetstones, honing rods, knife sharpeners
- Shaving Cream & SoapStyle
- Lather holds water against the beard and lowers friction, doing most of the work that prevents razor burn. Also: shave soap, shaving gel, shaving foam, shave cream
- Shearling BootStyle
- Sheepskin tanned with its wool still attached lines a shearling boot, warming without a separate liner. Also: sheepskin boot, fleece-lined boot
- Shearling GloveStyle
- A shearling glove is sheepskin tanned with the wool left on, worn inward as its own built in lining. Also: sheepskin glove, shearling mitt
- Sheath (Dress Silhouette)Option
- Follows the body closely from shoulder to hem, usually stopping at the knee. Also: bodycon, fitted dress, column
- Sheath (Women's Wedding Dresses)Style
- Following the body from shoulder to floor with no flare, a sheath asks the fabric to do all the work. Also: column gown, slip gown
- SheerOption
- Tints and evens color while freckles and texture stay in view. Also: light coverage, tinted
- Sheer PantyhoseStyle
- Sheer pantyhose add a thin, see-through layer of nylon that evens skin tone without hiding it. Also: nylons, hose, pantyhose, sheer tights
- Sheet SetsStyle
- Measure your mattress depth first, because pocket depth decides whether a fitted sheet stays on. Also: bed linens
- Shelving UnitsStyle
- Shelving units break storage into a grid or a ladder instead of one long run of shelves. Also: cube storage, ladder shelf, etagere
- Sherpa-Lined HoodieStyle
- A high-pile lining sewn inside the body traps far more air than plain fleece can. Also: sherpa hoodie, fleece-lined hoodie, high-pile lined hoodie
- ShieldStyle
- One unbroken lens curves across both eyes and wraps the sides that rimmed frames leave open. Also: visor sunglasses, single-lens sunglasses
- ShiftOption
- Hangs straight from the shoulders and skips the waist entirely. Also: shift dress, tunic dress
- ShimmerOption
- Reflects from visible particles, so it belongs on chosen points rather than everywhere. Also: metallic, glitter, pearlized
- Shirt DressStyle
- A shirt dress runs buttons from collar to hem, so it opens as a layer and belts into any waist you want. Also: shirtdress, button-through dress
- ShoesCategory
- How to buy shoes that fit, from measuring your feet to judging soles, leather and construction.
- ShootieStyle
- Ankle boot with an open or cut-out toe: a shoe-boot hybrid. Also: shooties
- ShopperStyle
- Swallows a market run through one very wide mouth, then folds flat when you are done. Also: shopper tote, carryall
- Short SleeveOption
- Ends on the upper arm at or above mid-bicep.
- Short Throw ProjectorStyle
- Reaches a 100 inch image from 3 to 6 feet, so nobody walks through the beam.
- ShortsStyle
- Inseam length, not the size on the label, decides whether a pair of kid's shorts passes a dress code. Also: Play shorts, Athletic shorts, Bermuda shorts
- Shoulder BagsProduct type
- Hangs from one shoulder on a short strap, tucking against your ribs where friction holds it in place.
- Shoulder StrapOption
- Rests on one shoulder and drops the bag to the waist or hip.
- Shower CurtainsStyle
- Hang a decorative outer panel with a waterproof liner behind it, both on the same twelve hooks. Also: shower drape
- Side & End TablesStyle
- Park a lamp and a drink beside each seat, level with the arm of the chair or sofa. Also: end table, lamp table, accent table
- Side-by-SideStyle
- Tall, narrow refrigerator and freezer compartments beside each other. Also: side-by-side refrigerator-freezer
- SignetStyle
- A signet's flat metal face exists to be engraved, which is what separates it from every other ring. Also: seal ring, pinky ring
- SilkOption
- Reels one long protein filament into cloth that drapes like water and marks from a droplet. Also: silk blend, charmeuse, crepe de chine
- Silk Base LayerStyle
- Silk knits thinner than any other thermal fabric, so it hides completely under a tailored sleeve. Also: silk thermals, silk long underwear, silk knit base layer
- Silk ScarfStyle
- A silk scarf is judged by momme weight and hem quality, and its drape works at the neck, in the hair or on a bag. Also: mulberry silk scarf, silk twill scarf
- Silver-ToneOption
- Shows a silver color plated over base metal, with no sterling underneath it. Also: silver plated, rhodium plated fashion
- Single RouterStyle
- One central Wi-Fi access point for a smaller or simpler home. Also: standalone router, wireless router
- Single-Breasted BlazerStyle
- One row of buttons keeps the front flat, so a single-breasted blazer looks finished open or closed. Also: blazer, tailored jacket, one-button blazer
- Skate ShoeStyle
- Suede panels and flat gum rubber survive grip tape while letting you feel the board. Also: skateboard shoe
- Ski GloveStyle
- A ski glove pairs a waterproof insulated shell with a wrist leash, built to survive wet snow, not just cold air. Also: snow glove, snowboard glove
- Skin TypeBuying detail
- Which skin is the formula built for?
- SkincareProduct type
- Skincare works on the skin's surface over weeks, so ingredient, order and consistency decide results.
- Skincare DevicesProduct type
- Skincare devices add light, current, motion, steam or needles to a routine, and the evidence behind each one differs.
- SkinnyOption
- Hugs the leg from thigh to ankle and depends on stretch to move. Also: super skinny, jegging
- Skinny BeltStyle
- Stays under about three quarters of an inch wide, so it decorates rather than holds anything up. Also: thin belt
- Skinny JeansStyle
- Skinny jeans hold the calf and ankle, which only works because elastane pulls the denim back each time. Also: skinnies, cigarette jeans
- Skinny TieStyle
- Anything under about 2.5 inches counts as skinny, and it needs a narrow lapel to look deliberate. Also: slim tie, narrow tie
- Skirt SuitStyle
- A skirt suit matches a jacket to a skirt, so hem length and the back vent decide how it wears. Also: matched skirt suit, two-piece skirt suit
- Skirts & SkortsStyle
- A skort hides shorts under a skirt panel, so a cartwheel costs nothing in coverage. Also: Skort, Scooter skirt, Tennis skirt
- SkortStyle
- A skort hides real shorts under a skirt panel, so you get the shape without managing the hem. Also: tennis skirt, skirt with built-in shorts
- Sleep PantsStyle
- Sleep pants sell the bottom half alone, for men who sleep bare on top and still want pockets. Also: pajama pants, lounge pants, sleep bottoms
- Sleep SackStyle
- Gives a baby a blanket that cannot be kicked off or pulled over the face. Also: Wearable blanket, Baby sleeping bag, Sleeping bag
- Sleep ShirtStyle
- One oversized button-front shirt replaces both halves of a pajama set. Also: nightshirt, boyfriend shirt
- Sleeper SofasStyle
- Unfold a mattress on a steel frame hidden under the seat, paying in weight and sitting depth. Also: sofa bed, pull-out couch, convertible sofa
- Sleeve LengthBuying detail
- How much arm does the sleeve cover?
- SleevelessOption
- Finishes the armhole bare with no sleeve at all. Also: tank, shell
- SlideStyle
- Open toe, open back, one band across the foot: nothing at the heel. Also: slides, slip-on sandal
- Slide SlipperStyle
- Open-back slipper with a single band across the foot. Also: scuff
- Slide-Out HoodStyle
- Pulls a shallow visor forward over the front burners and starts the fan as it moves. Also: telescopic hood, pull-out under-cabinet hood, visor hood
- Slim FitOption
- Trims ease to a minimum so the cloth traces the line of the body. Also: fitted, athletic fit, tailored fit
- Slim Fit JeansStyle
- Slim jeans taper steadily from thigh to a hem near 14 inches without gripping anywhere. Also: tapered fit, modern fit
- Sling BagStyle
- Rides on one wide strap across your back, then swivels to your chest to open. Also: chest bag, sling pack
- SlingbackStyle
- Open back with a strap around the heel instead of a full counter. Also: sling-back
- Slip DressStyle
- Cutting the cloth diagonally lets a slip dress pour over the hip with almost no seams holding it up. Also: bias-cut dress, cami dress
- Slip ResistantOption
- Pairs a soft rubber compound with a fine channeled tread to hold on wet and greasy floors. Also: slip-resistant, non-slip, anti-slip
- Slip SkirtStyle
- Bias cutting lets a slip skirt pour over the hip instead of hanging from the waist. Also: bias-cut skirt, satin midi skirt
- Slip-OnOption
- Holds the foot by the shape of the opening alone, with nothing to fasten or adjust. Also: slip on, pull-on, no closure
- Slip-On SneakerStyle
- No laces: elastic side gores let the shoe pull on.
- SlippersProduct type
- Slippers keep your feet warm on hard indoor floors, and the sole decides whether they can step outside.
- Slit SkirtStyle
- A slit returns the stride that a narrow hem takes away, and its height sets the whole tone. Also: side-slit skirt, thigh-slit skirt
- Slouch HoboStyle
- Sags into the deepest crescent of the family, because nothing inside resists the weight. Also: soft hobo, slouchy hobo
- Slouch Shoulder BagStyle
- Folds around whatever is inside, so the bag changes shape between morning and evening. Also: soft shoulder bag, slouchy bag
- Slow Cookers & MulticookersStyle
- Hours of gentle heat turn cheap tough cuts tender, and a multicooker adds pressure to do it in one. Also: crock pot, multicooker, electric pressure cooker
- SmallOption
- Carries a day's essentials without adding bulk to your shoulder.
- Small AppliancesProduct type
- Countertop machines buy you speed and unattended time, and charge you in counter space, outlets and cleanup.
- Small Form Factor PCStyle
- Fits a full size graphics card into a 10 to 20 liter case that still uses standard desktop parts. Also: SFF PC, compact desktop
- Small HoopOption
- Clears the lobe as a visible ring without swinging much. Also: mini hoop, everyday hoop
- Smart BulbStyle
- Screws into a standard socket and adds app, voice or schedule control with no wiring at all. Also: Wi-Fi bulb, app controlled bulb, smart LED bulb
- Smart DeadboltStyle
- Replaces the entire deadbolt inside and out, and drives a full one inch bolt with a motor. Also: motorized deadbolt, full replacement smart lock, electronic deadbolt
- Smart DimmerStyle
- Adds adjustable brightness to a smart switch, but only works with bulbs rated to dim cleanly. Also: in wall smart dimmer, smart dimmer switch, LED dimmer switch
- Smart DisplayStyle
- A voice assistant with a screen for video and visual controls. Also: voice-assistant display
- Smart Lever HandleStyle
- Locks the spring latch inside the handle itself, which suits interior and secondary doors. Also: smart handleset, smart lever lock, smart knob lock
- Smart Light StripStyle
- Runs as a flexible, cuttable strip along edges and corners no round bulb can reach. Also: LED strip, RGBIC strip, under cabinet light strip
- Smart Lighting & PlugsProduct type
- Smart lighting and plugs add app and voice control to lamps, fixtures and outlets, and the wall switch problem catches nearly everyone.
- Smart LocksProduct type
- A smart lock changes who can open your door, not how hard it is to force, so fix the frame first.
- Smart Mortise LockStyle
- Fits the slim pocket cut into European and Asian door edges and throws several bolts at once. Also: multipoint smart lock, smart lock body, mortise smart lock
- Smart PadlockStyle
- Guards gates, sheds and site gear with a shackle released by code, fingerprint or phone. Also: electronic padlock, keyless padlock, biometric padlock
- Smart PlugStyle
- Sits between an outlet and any lamp or appliance, adding control with no wiring at all. Also: Wi-Fi plug, smart outlet, smart socket
- Smart Speakers & DisplaysProduct type
- A smart speaker joins a microphone, a speaker and a cloud account, so whose service runs it decides everything.
- Smart SwitchStyle
- Replaces the wall toggle and controls every bulb already in the fixture as one group. Also: in wall smart switch, smart wall switch, smart light switch
- Smart ThermostatsProduct type
- Smart thermostats control 24 volt HVAC systems from an app, learn a household's routine, and typically trim bills by about 8 percent.
- Smart-Home HubStyle
- A controller that coordinates compatible home devices. Also: home automation hub, smart-home controller
- SmartwatchStyle
- Running on software and a rechargeable cell, a smartwatch ages like a phone rather than a watch. Also: connected watch, smart watch
- Smoking SlipperStyle
- Slim, low-cut slip-on modeled on an indoor velvet slipper. Also: smoking flat
- Snap ClipStyle
- Two toothed metal halves snap flat against the head and hold a fringe or one small section. Also: snap hair clip, sleepie clip
- Snapback CapStyle
- Squares off the crown and flattens the brim, then locks the fit with a plastic snap strap across the back. Also: snapback
- SneakersProduct type
- Find the sneaker built for what you actually do, from daily walking to running, courts and trails.
- SnoodStyle
- A snood is a wide closed loop you pull over your head, roomy enough to cover the chin as well as the neck. Also: neck gaiter, tube scarf
- Snow BootStyle
- Insulated, sealed winter boot on a deep tread for snow and ice. Also: winter boot
- Snowsuits & Snow PantsStyle
- Sealing below the waist is the point, since snow melts under a child who sits down in it. Also: Snow pants, Bib pants, Salopettes, Ski suit, Pram suit
- Soccer CleatStyle
- Soccer cleats skip the toe stud and hug the foot tight so a thin upper can read the ball. Also: soccer boots, football boots, firm ground cleats
- Sock BootieStyle
- Knit ankle boot that pulls on and fits close, like a thick sock.
- Sock SlipperStyle
- A slipper sock swaps the usual upper for a knit sock body with grip dots or a thin sole, packing flat but giving almost no cushioning.
- SocksStyle
- Socks cover the foot and a chosen amount of ankle, and the height you pick decides what shows. Also: ankle socks, crew socks, no-show socks
- SofasStyle
- Anchor the main wall with one fixed three seat frame, chosen by seat depth before fabric. Also: couch, three-seater
- Sofas & SectionalsProduct type
- Choose a sofa by the frame, the springs and the foam you cannot see, then by the fabric and the shape.
- Soft-Sole First WalkerStyle
- A soft-sole first walker shields new steps outdoors while letting the foot feel the ground. Also: first shoes, cruising shoe, barefoot shoe
- SolarOption
- Charges a cell through the dial with light and runs quartz timekeeping from it. Also: light-powered, solar quartz
- Solar Water HeaterStyle
- Collects sun into a storage tank and leaves a backup heater to finish the job. Also: solar thermal water heater, solar hot water system
- Sole ConstructionBuying detail
- What is under the foot, and how does it change the shoe?
- Solid StickStyle
- A wax stick lays a dry film of active straight onto skin, so it works instantly and can mark clothes. Also: soft solid, invisible solid, twist-up stick
- SolitaireStyle
- One stone on a bare band leaves the cut and the setting height carrying the entire ring. Also: solitaire engagement ring, single stone ring
- Soundbar with SubwooferStyle
- A bar plus a separate bass cabinet, the best value step.
- Soundbars & Home AudioProduct type
- Almost anything you add beats a flat TV's own speakers, and a subwoofer buys more than extra channels do.
- Space HeatersProduct type
- A space heater warms one room while it runs, and a standard wall outlet caps every portable model at 1,500 watts.
- Spacer BeadStyle
- A spacer fills length between decorated pieces and keeps two of them from grinding together. Also: spacer, filler bead
- Spatulas & TurnersStyle
- Get under food and flip it with a thin front edge that slides where a thick one shoves. Also: turner, flipper, fish spatula
- Split Ergonomic KeyboardsStyle
- Two halves separate to shoulder width, so your forearms stay straight instead of angling inward. Also: split keyboard, ergonomic keyboard, contoured keyboard
- Sponges & BlendersStyle
- Damp foam presses product into skin instead of drinking it, which is what leaves a natural finish. Also: Beauty sponge, Blending sponge, Egg sponge
- Spoons & LadlesStyle
- Stir, scrape and serve on a handle long enough to keep your knuckles above the steam. Also: cooking spoon, serving spoon, slotted spoon
- SportStyle
- Rubber grip and a close wrap keep the frame on your face once you start sweating. Also: performance eyewear, wraparound sunglasses
- Sport CoatStyle
- Texture and pattern let this softer jacket sit happily beside trousers it does not match. Also: sports jacket, odd jacket
- Sport SandalStyle
- Adjustable webbing and a lugged outsole let an open shoe handle trails, rivers and real mileage. Also: hiking sandal, trekking sandal, river sandal
- Sport WatchStyle
- A sport watch trades metal for resin so it survives drops, sweat and years of neglect. Also: digital sport watch, training watch
- Sports BraStyle
- Impact level tells you how much movement a sports bra stops, and that is the number to shop by. Also: exercise bra, running bra, compression bra, gym bra
- Sports BrasStyle
- Impact rating comes before size or style, because it describes how much movement the bra actually stops. Also: exercise bra, gym bra
- Sports EarbudsStyle
- Sweat-focused earbuds with a more secure fit. Also: workout earbuds, running earbuds
- Spread CollarStyle
- A spread collar angles its points outward, leaving 4 to 6 inches of throat open for a wide knot. Also: semi-spread collar, widespread collar
- Spring Bars & ToolsStyle
- A spring bar is the smallest part holding your watch on, and it fails with no warning at all. Also: lug bars, strap tools
- Square (Case Shape)Option
- Squares the dial off with equal sides and corners that sit proud of the wrist. Also: deco case
- Square (Sunglasses)Style
- A level brow and near-vertical sides spread coverage evenly across the whole eye socket. Also: rectangular sunglasses
- Square ScarfStyle
- Folds on the diagonal into a band or triangle, which is why one square gives many knots. Also: silk square, foulard
- Square ToeOption
- Cuts the toe box flat across the front, keeping width for all five toes and a deliberately graphic line. Also: squared toe, chopped toe, chisel toe, blunt toe
- Square Toe MuleStyle
- A square toe mule cuts the front of the shoe straight across, trading a pointed mule's taper for real width across the toes.
- StackableStyle
- Stackable rings run thin enough that three or four together fill the space of one band. Also: stacking rings, stacking bands
- Stacked HeelOption
- Builds a block-shaped heel from visible horizontal layers, trading plainness for a crafted finish. Also: stacked leather heel, layered heel
- Stainless Steel (Blade Material)Option
- The forgiving default: resists rust and sharpens easily at home. Also: stainless, German steel, X50CrMoV15
- Stainless Steel (Cookware Material)Option
- Browns food hard, takes metal tools and the dishwasher, and hides an aluminum core to heat evenly. Also: clad stainless, tri-ply, 18/10 stainless
- Standard BeltStyle
- Fits through trouser loops at roughly one to one and a half inches wide and carries real load. Also: trouser belt, dress belt
- Standard CribStyle
- Standard cribs give a baby a fixed-side, full-size sleep space built to 16 CFR 1219, serving from birth until climbing starts near 35 inches. Also: full-size crib, fixed-side crib, panel crib
- Standard TabletStyle
- Around 10 inches, the general-purpose size.
- StatementStyle
- Scale does the talking here, so the necklace is the outfit and everything else stays quiet. Also: bib necklace, statement piece
- Steam IronStyle
- Presses a crease flat under real hand pressure, working from a punched soleplate and a tank of water. Also: steam press iron, clothes iron, electric iron
- Steam MopsStyle
- Heated pads that sanitize sealed hard floors with plain water instead of detergent. Also: steam cleaner, steam floor mop
- Steam StationStyle
- Feeds a soleplate from a separate pressurized boiler, holding high steam output through a heavy load. Also: steam generator iron, iron and boiler station, pressurized steam iron
- Stereo Pair SpeakerStyle
- Links two matched speakers into true left and right channels for real stereo imaging. Also: true wireless stereo pair, TWS speaker pair, dual speaker pair
- Sterling SilverOption
- Holds 92.5 percent silver, stamped 925, and polishes back to bright after it tarnishes. Also: 925 silver, silver
- Stick (Formulation)Option
- Twists up solid and goes on straight from the bullet, with no brush and no spill. Also: balm stick, crayon, pencil
- Stick (Umbrellas)Style
- One solid shaft and one hinge per rib buy the wind resistance that folding umbrellas give away. Also: walking stick umbrella, straight umbrella, classic umbrella
- Stick PinStyle
- One long needle carries the piece, and a small nib on the point is all that holds it in. Also: tie pin, cravat pin, scarf stick pin
- Stiletto HeelOption
- Concentrates your entire weight into a tip under half an inch wide, the sharpest and least stable heel. Also: stilleto, pin heel, needle heel
- StockpotsStyle
- Boil big volumes in a tall thin walled pot that holds heat in the liquid rather than in the metal. Also: soup pot, pasta pot
- StoleStyle
- A stole is a long, often lined rectangle worn over the shoulders, carrying more formality than a plain wrap. Also: fur stole, formal stole
- StoneBuying detail
- What is set in it, and what does that mean?
- Storage & ShelvingProduct type
- Judge storage by shelf span, depth and load before style, because sag is what ruins it.
- Storage BedsStyle
- Hide drawers or a lift-up deck under the mattress and get a closet's worth of space back. Also: ottoman bed, captain's bed
- StraightOption
- Holds one width from knee to hem and sits well over nearly any shoe. Also: straight leg, classic leg
- Straight BarbellStyle
- A straight bar carries a ball at each end, so the piercing shows finished metal on both sides. Also: barbell, straight bar, tongue bar
- Straight Fit JeansStyle
- A straight leg holds one width from knee to hem, so the denim hangs in a column. Also: regular fit, classic fit
- Straight RazorStyle
- A fixed steel edge folds into its own handle and stays sharp through stropping rather than replacement. Also: cut throat razor, open razor, shavette
- Straight-Leg JeansStyle
- One width from thigh to hem lets straight jeans skim the calf instead of gripping it. Also: straight fit, 90s straight
- Straighteners & Curling IronsStyle
- A styling iron clamps dry hair between hot surfaces and holds a new shape until it cools. Also: Flat iron, Hair straightener, Curling wand
- Strap & CarryBuying detail
- How is it carried, and where does the weight land?
- Strapless (Neckline)Option
- Grips at the bustline with no straps at all. Also: bandeau neckline, tube
- Strapless (Women's Bras)Style
- Everything holds up from the band alone, so the construction runs firmer than a strapped bra. Also: multiway bra, convertible bra
- Strappy SandalStyle
- Four or more thin straps crossing the foot in a cage or lattice. Also: caged sandal
- StrawOption
- Braids dried plant fiber into the lightest, airiest upper made, strictly for dry weather. Also: jute, raffia, woven natural fiber
- Streaming BoxStyle
- A shelf-top streamer with ethernet, USB ports and thermal headroom, built for households that stream every evening on a busy network. Also: set-top box, media player box, TV box
- Streaming StickStyle
- A whole streamer sealed into an HDMI dongle that hides behind the screen, powered over USB and cooled by nothing but the air around it. Also: HDMI streaming stick, TV stick, streaming dongle
- Stretch BeltStyle
- Trades leather for an elastic body that gives with a meal or a long day sitting down instead of digging in. Also: elastic belt
- Stretch DenimStyle
- Elastane spun into the weave lets the jean give as you move and spring back when you stop. Also: comfort stretch, flex denim
- Stroller CaddyStyle
- Straps across a stroller handlebar and keeps bottles, phone and keys within reach of your hands. Also: stroller organizer, stroller console
- Structured HoboStyle
- Lines and stiffens the crescent, so the curve stays a curve even when the bag is loaded.
- Structured ToteStyle
- Holds its rectangle empty or full, so it stands upright on the floor beside your chair.
- StudOption
- Fixes flat against the lobe on a straight post, with no drop at all. Also: post earring, button stud, diamond stud
- StylingStyle
- Holds hair in a shape after drying, trading softness for grip on a sliding scale. Also: gel, mousse, pomade, hairspray
- SuedeOption
- Naps the soft inner side of a hide into a matte surface that needs no breaking in. Also: suede upper, brushed leather
- Suit Separates (Men's Suits & Blazers)Style
- You choose the jacket and the trousers in their own sizes from one matching cloth. Also: mix and match suiting
- Suit Separates (Women's Suits & Blazers)Style
- Separates sell one cloth in two independent sizes, so your bust and your hip each get their own number. Also: mix and match suiting, separates, suiting separates
- Sun CareProduct type
- Sun care filters ultraviolet light before it reaches skin, and how much you apply beats which number you buy.
- Sun HatStyle
- Runs a brim of four inches or more all the way around to shade the face, ears and neck. Also: floppy hat, wide brim hat
- Sun SuitStyle
- Zips a rash guard and leggings into one piece that covers a child from wrist to ankle. Also: All-in-one swimsuit, Full body swimsuit, Sunsuit, Stinger suit
- Sundress (Kid's Dresses)Style
- A sundress is woven and cut loose so air moves under it, which is how it cools rather than covers. Also: Summer dress, Beach dress, Tank dress
- Sundress (Women's Dresses)Style
- A sundress moves air through unlined woven cotton or linen, which is why it beats jersey in real heat. Also: summer dress
- SunglassesProduct type
- The lens does the protecting, and the frame decides whether you keep wearing it.
- SunscreenStyle
- Sunscreen blocks the light that causes most visible aging, but only at the right amount and frequency. Also: sunblock, SPF, sun cream
- Sunscreen SprayStyle
- Delivers filters as an aerosol or pump mist, which reaches backs and legs but makes the dose impossible to measure. Also: spray sunscreen, aerosol sunscreen, continuous spray, sun mist
- Sunscreen StickStyle
- Sets filters in a wax base you swipe on, so it stays put on ears and eyelids and never runs into eyes. Also: SPF stick, sun stick, sunscreen balm
- Surround SystemsStyle
- Rear speakers added for full surround sound. Also: home theater surround system
- SweaterStyle
- A sweater traps warmth in knitted yarn rather than brushed fleece, and washability usually decides which one a family buys. Also: Jumper, Knit pullover, Crewneck sweater
- Sweater Dress (Kid's Dresses)Style
- A sweater dress is knitted as a sweater rather than sewn from jersey, so gauge sets its warmth. Also: Jumper dress, Knit sweater dress
- Sweater Dress (Women's Dresses)Style
- Knitted in shaped panels rather than cut from cloth, a sweater dress holds heat but grows as you wear it. Also: knit dress, jumper dress
- Sweater PoloStyle
- A knitted collar and short placket turn a sweater into something you can wear alone. Also: knit polo, polo sweater, johnny collar
- Sweater Vest (Men's Sweaters)Style
- Losing the sleeves keeps your core warm and leaves the arms free inside a jacket. Also: knit vest, slipover, tank sweater
- Sweater Vest (Women's Sweaters)Style
- Losing the sleeves and gaining wider armholes lets a sweater vest go over a shirt cleanly. Also: knit vest, slipover
- Sweatshirt & Hoodie (Kid's Tops)Style
- Fleece backing traps warm air, which is why a sweatshirt beats two tees at the same bulk. Also: Hoodie, Crewneck sweatshirt, Pullover
- Sweatshirt & Hoodie (Women's Sweaters)Style
- Sewn from fleece-backed cloth rather than knitted, a sweatshirt washes hard and keeps its shape. Also: hoodie, crewneck sweatshirt
- SweetheartOption
- Curves the bodice top into two soft peaks shaped like a heart. Also: heart neckline
- Swim BriefsStyle
- Swim briefs strip the leg away entirely, leaving the least drag of anything you can swim in. Also: racing briefs, competition briefs, lap briefs
- Swim DiaperStyle
- Contains solid waste behind snug leg elastic and absorbs nothing at all, on purpose. Also: Swim nappy, Reusable swim diaper, Swim pants
- Swim DressStyle
- A swim dress hangs a short skirt over an attached brief, hiding the hip and upper thigh. Also: skirted swimsuit
- Swim Trunks (Kid's Swimwear)Style
- Pairs an elastic waist short with a built-in mesh liner, so it needs no underwear and drains fast. Also: Swim shorts, Trunks, Bathing suit, Swimmers
- Swim Trunks (Men's Swim Trunks)Style
- Swim trunks pair an elastic drawcord waist with a 5 to 7 inch leg and a sewn-in liner. Also: swim shorts, swimming trunks, bathing suit
- Synthetic Base LayerStyle
- Polyester and polypropylene absorb almost nothing, so sweat crosses the surface and dries fast. Also: polyester thermals, polypropylene base layer, poly base layer, technical base layer
T
- T-Shirt (Kid's Tops)Style
- A kid's tee fastens nowhere, so the neck rib decides how long it stays wearable. Also: Tee, Crewneck tee, Graphic tee
- T-Shirt (Women's Tops & Blouses)Style
- Short set-in sleeves and a ribbed neck band that springs back define the t-shirt. Also: tee, crew neck tee
- T-Shirt BraStyle
- Molded foam cups leave no seam on the surface, so nothing prints through a fitted knit top. Also: seamless bra, molded cup bra, smooth cup bra, invisible bra
- T-Shirt Dress (Kid's Dresses)Style
- A T-shirt dress is a lengthened tee with a straight body, and the neckline stretches out long before the fabric wears thin. Also: Jersey tee dress, Oversized tee dress
- T-Shirt Dress (Women's Dresses)Style
- Plain jersey hangs from the shoulders with no waist seam and nothing to fasten. Also: jersey dress, tee dress
- Table FanStyle
- A small fan built to sit on a desk or nightstand, aiming a compact, direct breeze at one person nearby. Also: desk fan, personal fan
- Table LinensStyle
- Tablecloth sizes follow a drop rule, and fiber choice decides whether wrinkles or stains win. Also: tablecloths, napkins, table runners, placemats
- Tables & DesksProduct type
- Choose a table by its height and the clearance around it, then worry about the top material.
- TabletsProduct type
- Buy a tablet for the size you will hold and the storage you cannot add later, then check its update window.
- Tailored JumpsuitStyle
- A tailored jumpsuit borrows suiting cloth and a lined bodice, so it holds a line without a belt. Also: suit jumpsuit, occasion jumpsuit
- Tailored Shorts (Men's Shorts)Style
- A pressed crease and trouser cloth push shorts as close to formal as they get. Also: dress shorts, Bermuda shorts, walking shorts
- Tailored Shorts (Women's Shorts)Style
- Trouser construction, a flat front and a real waistband are what let tailored shorts pass a dress code. Also: dress shorts, trouser shorts
- Tailored TrousersStyle
- Tailored trousers hold a pressed crease that makes the leg hang straight instead of tracing your thigh. Also: dress pants, suit pants, slacks
- Tall ChestStyle
- Stack drawers in one column to store a dresser's worth of clothes on half the floor. Also: chest of drawers, highboy, tallboy
- TamponStyle
- A tampon absorbs inside the vagina, and the grams printed on its box are a legally defined figure. Also: applicator tampon, digital tampon
- TangaStyle
- Tanga panties use narrow straps at the hip to hold a small back panel, covering more than a thong and less than a bikini. Also: tanga brief, string-side panty, high-cut tanga
- Tank Top (Kid's Tops)Style
- A tank leaves the shoulders bare, so sun exposure and school dress rules decide when it works. Also: Sleeveless top, Vest top, Muscle tee
- Tank Top (Men's Polos & T-Shirts)Style
- A tank top drops the sleeves entirely, and armhole depth alone decides whether it reads as underwear or outerwear. Also: muscle tee, sleeveless tee, singlet
- Tank Top (Women's Tops & Blouses)Style
- Straps wide enough to cover a bra make a tank a top you can wear alone. Also: vest top, singlet, shell top
- TankiniStyle
- A tankini pairs a tank-style top with separate bottoms, so you get one-piece coverage in two pieces.
- Tape-In ExtensionsStyle
- Sandwiches a slice of your hair between two adhesive tabs, lying flat enough to hide under fine hair. Also: tape extensions, tape wefts
- Tea KettlesStyle
- Kettles heat water and nothing else, and the good ones stop at the exact temperature your tea needs. Also: electric kettle, stovetop kettle, gooseneck kettle
- Tea-LengthStyle
- Stopping around mid-calf, a tea-length gown shows your shoes and lets you dance without a bustle. Also: midi wedding dress, ballerina length gown
- Teeth WhiteningStyle
- Peroxide bleaches stain inside the enamel, while everything else in this aisle only polishes the surface. Also: whitening strips, bleaching gel, whitening kit
- TelevisionsProduct type
- A television is a panel, a port hub and a software platform, and your room decides which matters most.
- Tennis BraceletStyle
- Every stone sits in its own setting, and those settings link together to form the whole band. Also: diamond line bracelet, line bracelet
- Tennis SkirtStyle
- A tennis skirt pairs a pleated outer layer with a built-in compressive liner that handles coverage during play. Also: tennis skort, golf skirt
- Terry Cloth RobeStyle
- Uncut loops multiply the surface touching your skin, so this robe dries your back in a single pass. Also: towel robe, bathrobe, terry robe
- Thermoelectric DehumidifierStyle
- A solid state cooling plate pulls a few ounces a day, which suits a closet and nothing larger. Also: Peltier dehumidifier, mini dehumidifier
- Thigh SlimmerStyle
- Compression continues down the leg to mid-thigh, smoothing the thigh and stopping skin rubbing. Also: slip shorts, anti-chafing shorts
- Thigh-HighsStyle
- Thigh-highs stop at mid-thigh and stay up on a silicone or lace band instead of a waistband. Also: stay-up stockings, hold-ups, thigh-high stockings
- Thin-and-LightStyle
- Portable everyday computer that balances battery life and performance. Also: ultraportable
- Thong & TangaStyle
- Back coverage shrinks to a narrow strip or a small triangle so no edge shows under fitted clothes. Also: g-string, tanga, cheeky
- Threading ToolsStyle
- Rolls a twisted cotton thread over skin to lift a whole row of hairs out at the root. Also: cotton thread, threading pen, brow threading tool
- Three-PieceStyle
- Adding a matching waistcoat keeps the outfit complete once the jacket comes off. Also: three-piece suit, waistcoat suit
- Three-Quarter SleeveOption
- Covers the elbow and stops short of the wrist on the forearm. Also: 3/4 sleeve, bracelet sleeve
- TiaraStyle
- Worn at the crown as pure ornament, it needs combs or pins because it holds nothing itself. Also: crown, headpiece, diadem
- Tie Bars & ClipsStyle
- This short clip fastens the tie to the shirt so it cannot swing when you lean. Also: tie clip, tie slide, tie tack
- Tiered SkirtStyle
- A tiered skirt stacks gathered panels that grow wider toward the hem, which is what gives it its stepped volume. Also: ruffle skirt, tier skirt
- Ties & Pocket SquaresProduct type
- A tie hangs straight and knots full because of the bias cut and the lining hidden inside it.
- Tight TopStyle
- Skip the sewn-on cushion and let the internal layers set the feel of a smooth surface.
- Tights (Kid's Underwear & Socks)Style
- Tights join both legs to a waistband, so nothing gaps at the ankle when a child sits on a cold floor. Also: footed tights, opaque tights, cotton tights
- Tights (Women's Hosiery & Socks)Style
- Opaque from waist to toe, tights become the leg color people actually see. Also: opaque tights, winter tights
- TitaniumStyle
- Titanium holds a frame at roughly half the weight of acetate and ignores the sweat that eats plated alloys. Also: beta titanium, memory metal frames
- Toasters & Toaster OvensStyle
- Slot toasters brown bread fast, while toaster ovens trade that speed for a tray that melts and bakes. Also: toaster oven, countertop oven
- ToddlerOption
- Covers 2T to 5T, cut full through the seat for a diaper and made to pull on.
- Toddler BedStyle
- Toddler beds reuse the crib mattress in a low guarded frame, bridging the years between climbing out of the crib and a real bed. Also: transition bed, first bed, crib mattress bed
- Toddler BootStyle
- Toddler boots seal out rain, snow and cold at a price in weight a small stride notices. Also: rain boot, snow boot, winter boot
- Toddler SandalStyle
- A toddler sandal vents summer heat while a closed toe and heel strap keep it working like a shoe. Also: closed-toe sandal, fisherman sandal
- Toddler School ShoeStyle
- A toddler school shoe meets a dress code in leather while still bending where a young foot bends. Also: mary jane, t-bar shoe, uniform shoe
- Toddler SneakerStyle
- The toddler sneaker carries daily play on a flexible rubber sole a growing foot can still bend. Also: trainer, play shoe, athletic shoe
- Toe ShapeBuying detail
- What shape is the front of the shoe?
- Toiletry & Cosmetic BagsProduct type
- A toiletry bag gets opened somewhere wet, so its lining and seams matter more than its shape does.
- Toner & EssenceStyle
- A toner is a thin water layer after cleansing that helps the steps above it spread and absorb. Also: essence, astringent, facial mist
- TongsStyle
- Grip and turn food at arm's length with a spring you can lock and release one handed. Also: kitchen tongs, locking tongs
- TonneauOption
- Bows out at the sides like a barrel, splitting the difference between round and rectangle. Also: barrel case, cushion
- ToothpasteStyle
- Toothpaste carries fluoride onto enamel, while the abrasive cleans the surface and the flavor sells the tube. Also: dentifrice, tooth gel
- Top HandleOption
- Hangs from the hand or forearm on short handles, keeping the shape upright. Also: handle, grab handle
- Top Handle SatchelStyle
- Hangs from one short handle in your hand, which is what makes it read as formal. Also: top handle bag
- Top-FreezerStyle
- A traditional layout with the freezer above the fresh-food section. Also: freezer-on-top refrigerator
- Toppers & ProtectorsStyle
- Change how a mattress feels with a thick topper, or leave the feel alone and protect it instead. Also: mattress pad, mattress protector
- TotesProduct type
- Carries a day's load in an open topped rectangle slung from two parallel handles.
- Touchscreen GloveStyle
- Conductive thread in the fingertips lets a touchscreen glove work a phone screen without baring your hand. Also: conductive glove, smartphone glove
- Touchscreen ThermostatStyle
- Replaces buttons and a scroll wheel with a full touch display, showing more information at a glance than a small dial can. Also: touch display thermostat, smart display thermostat
- Tower DesktopStyle
- Stands upright with room for full size parts, so nearly anything inside can be replaced later. Also: mid tower, desktop tower
- Tower FanStyle
- Stands narrow and tall with the blades hidden inside a slim column, trading some airflow for a small floor footprint. Also: column fan
- Track JacketsStyle
- A track jacket zips on over damp gear to hold warmth in while you warm up or cool down. Also: warm-up jacket
- TrackballsStyle
- The device stays put while you roll a ball, so the hand and arm stop traveling across the desk. Also: trackball mouse, rollerball mouse
- Traditional Dangle CharmStyle
- A dangle charm hangs below a link chain on a small ring, so it swings and shows both faces. Also: traditional charm, hanging charm
- Trail SneakerStyle
- Aggressive lug outsole and reinforced upper for uneven ground.
- Train CaseStyle
- Opens into stacked trays on a rigid shell, keeping pressed powders from cracking in transit. Also: vanity case, makeup case, beauty case
- Training HoodiesStyle
- A training hoodie warms you up in technical fleece and keeps moving when a cotton one would sag. Also: tech fleece hoodie, performance hoodie, midlayer hoodie
- Training PantsStyle
- Training pants hold one small accident and let a child feel it, which is what teaches the next trip. Also: potty training pants, toddler training underwear, padded training briefs
- Training ShortsStyle
- Training shorts use a heavier stretch knit and a longer leg so they survive squats and sprints. Also: gym shorts, lifting shorts, performance shorts
- Training TeesStyle
- A training tee uses synthetic knit so sweat moves to the surface instead of soaking in. Also: performance tee, tech tee, gym shirt
- Training TopsStyle
- Training tops move sweat off your skin so it can evaporate instead of soaking in and chilling you. Also: workout top, gym top
- Trapper HatStyle
- Folds down two lined ear flaps for real cold, and ties them up on top once the wind drops. Also: aviator hat, bomber hat
- Travel IronStyle
- Scales the plate and the wattage down to fit a suitcase rather than a laundry room. Also: mini iron, compact iron, packable iron
- Travel SizeStyle
- Shrinks a full fragrance into a spray small enough for a carry-on bag or a coat pocket. Also: mini, purse spray, decant, atomizer
- Travel Streaming DeviceStyle
- A streamer kitted for hotel rooms and rentals, with flexible USB power and a route past the login pages that block hotel Wi-Fi. Also: portable streamer, hotel TV stick
- Travel TotesStyle
- Slides over a suitcase handle and holds everything you want to reach during a flight. Also: personal item bag, carry on tote
- Travel WalletStyle
- Sized around a passport, a travel wallet gathers tickets, cards and several currencies. Also: passport holder, passport wallet, document wallet
- Treatments & StrengthenersStyle
- A treatment coat changes how the nail plate behaves instead of adding any color to it. Also: Nail hardener, Ridge filler, Nail strengthener
- Trench CoatStyle
- A trench keeps rain out through tightly woven cotton gabardine, not through any thickness of cloth. Also: raincoat, mac
- Trifold WalletStyle
- Two folds give a trifold more card slots than a bifold and more depth in the pocket. Also: tri-fold wallet
- TrilbyStyle
- Snaps a short brim down hard at the front and up at the back, on a crown narrower than a fedora's.
- Triple DresserStyle
- Run three banks of drawers along one long wall and gain six feet of usable surface above them. Also: long dresser, nine drawer dresser, triple chest
- Trouser SuitStyle
- A trouser suit pairs jacket and trousers from one dye batch, so the two halves read as a single color. Also: pantsuit, pant suit, two-piece suit
- Trucker CapStyle
- Pairs a foam front panel with a mesh back to vent heat, trading structure for airflow on hot days. Also: mesh cap, gimme cap
- Trucker JacketStyle
- A pointed yoke and buttoned waist tabs give the denim jacket its narrow V shape. Also: denim jacket, Type III, jean jacket
- True Wireless EarbudsStyle
- Separate battery-powered earpieces with a charging case. Also: TWS earbuds, wire-free earbuds
- TrumpetStyle
- Flaring from mid-thigh rather than the knee, a trumpet gives back the stride a mermaid takes away. Also: fit-and-flare gown, modified mermaid
- TrunksStyle
- Trunks shorten the boxer brief leg to 3 or 4 inches and square it off under the hip. Also: short leg boxer briefs, square cut trunks
- Tumblers & Water BottlesStyle
- Vacuum walls keep drinks hot or cold for hours, so the lid becomes the real difference between bottles. Also: insulated tumbler, water bottle, travel mug
- TunicStyle
- Long enough to cover the seat, a tunic uses side splits to clear the hips. Also: long top, tunic top
- Tunic SweatshirtStyle
- A body cut to mid-thigh turns a sweatshirt into a length you can wear alone over leggings, not just with them. Also: sweatshirt dress, long line sweatshirt, tunic pullover
- Turf ShoeStyle
- Turf shoes swap studs for dozens of rubber nubs that hold artificial fields without punching in. Also: turf trainers, TF shoes, turfs
- TurnlockOption
- Locks a flap under a metal catch that rotates a quarter turn. Also: twist lock, clasp
- TurntablesStyle
- Record players, with or without a built-in preamp. Also: record player, vinyl turntable
- Turtleneck (Men's Sweaters)Style
- A doubled collar folds back on itself and covers the neck to the jaw. Also: roll neck, polo neck
- Turtleneck (Neckline)Option
- Wraps the neck in a folded column of knit. Also: polo neck, roll neck, mock neck
- Turtleneck (Women's Sweaters)Style
- Fold a long ribbed collar in half and it stands around your throat without help. Also: roll neck, polo neck
- TuxedoStyle
- Silk facing on the lapels, buttons and trouser seam marks this out as evening formal wear. Also: dinner jacket, black tie suit
- Tweezers & Precision ToolsStyle
- These tools grip, pull or clamp single hairs and lashes where fingers have no chance. Also: Brow tools, Eyelash curler, Brow tweezers
- TwinOption
- Measures 38 by 75 inches, the smallest cut an adult can sleep on comfortably. Also: single
- Twin XLOption
- Adds 5 inches of length to a twin without adding an inch of width. Also: twin extra long, dorm size
- Two-Piece DressStyle
- Splitting a matching top and skirt at the waist lets each half fit you on its own. Also: co-ord set, matching set
- Two-Piece PajamasStyle
- Splits sleepwear into a separate top and pant so a child can undress and use the bathroom alone. Also: PJ set, Pajama set, Two-piece PJs, Sleep set
- Two-Piece SuitStyle
- A two-piece suit pairs jacket and trousers from one dye lot, which is why they read as one color. Also: two-piece, business suit
- Two-Piece Swim SetStyle
- Splits the suit at the waist so a child can use the bathroom without stripping to the ankles. Also: Two-piece, Bikini set, Tankini set, Swim set
U
- Ultra High HeelOption
- Climbs past four inches, a height that stays wearable only when a platform absorbs part of the angle. Also: ultra high heel, extreme heel, sky high heel
- Ultra Short Throw ProjectorStyle
- Fills a 100 inch screen from a cabinet inches away, but only with a screen built to match it. Also: laser TV, UST projector
- Ultrasonic HumidifierStyle
- A vibrating disc atomizes water into a silent visible fog, and carries your tap minerals with it. Also: cool mist ultrasonic humidifier, nebulizing humidifier
- Ultrasonic Skin SpatulaStyle
- A vibrating steel blade skims damp skin, lifting loosened surface debris with no grit and no acid involved. Also: skin scrubber, ultrasonic exfoliator, pore spatula
- Ultrawide MonitorsStyle
- A wider aspect ratio replacing two screens. Also: widescreen productivity monitor
- UmbrellasProduct type
- Rib material decides whether wind costs you the umbrella, and the auto close button decides how soon it fails.
- Under Sink FiltersStyle
- A cartridge in the cabinet treats the cold line and feeds a dedicated tap or your main faucet. Also: point of use filter, inline carbon filter, drinking water filter, cold line filter
- Under-Cabinet Range HoodStyle
- Bolts under an existing wall cabinet and vents up, out the back, or straight into the room. Also: under-cabinet hood, cabinet-mounted range hood
- UndershirtsStyle
- An undershirt takes the sweat so the shirt over it does not, and it adds warmth without adding bulk. Also: vests, singlets, base layer tops
- Uniform CardiganStyle
- A cardigan is the layer a child removes alone, which is why codes name it over a sweatshirt. Also: School cardigan, V-neck cardigan, Button-front sweater
- Uniform Jumper DressStyle
- Worn over a polo or blouse, a jumper dress puts the whole outfit into one sleeveless piece. Also: Pinafore, School jumper, Uniform dress
- Uniform Polo ShirtStyle
- A uniform polo trades softness for colorfastness, holding a named school color through forty hot washes. Also: School polo, Pique polo, Uniform knit shirt
- Uniform ShortsStyle
- Uniform shorts pass or fail on inseam, because codes measure the leg rather than the size on the tag. Also: School shorts, Twill shorts, Walk shorts
- Uniform TrousersStyle
- Uniform trousers earn their price at the knee and the waist adjuster, not in the fabric you can see. Also: Uniform pants, School chinos, Twill pants
- Union SuitStyle
- One piece runs from neck to ankle, closing the cold gap that opens at a separate top and bottom. Also: one piece thermal, long johns one piece, thermal onesie, all in one base layer
- Upholstered BedsStyle
- Pad the frame and headboard in fabric, and treat the bed like a sofa when you clean. Also: fabric bed, tufted bed
- Upholstery MaterialBuying detail
- What covers the furniture, and how does it live?
- Upper MaterialBuying detail
- What is the shoe made of, and how will it wear?
- Upright FreezersStyle
- Front-opening shelves, easy to see and reach.
- Upright Garment SteamerStyle
- Steams a fully hung garment from a standing hose and head, leaving both of your hands free. Also: standing garment steamer, floor steamer, clothes steamer stand
- Upright VacuumsStyle
- Corded power with a wide head, strongest on carpet.
- USB Wall ChargerStyle
- Converts wall current into the voltage your device asks for, in a plug small enough to travel. Also: power adapter, charging brick, plug charger
- Utility JumpsuitStyle
- A utility jumpsuit opens down the front in cotton twill, so you get out of it without undressing. Also: boilersuit, coverall, flight suit
- Utility KnifeStyle
- It fills the gap between a paring knife and a chef's knife, and many kitchens never miss it. Also: petty knife, sandwich knife
- UV PurifiersStyle
- A lamp inside the pipe scrambles bacteria and viruses as they pass, and changes nothing else. Also: UV sterilizer, ultraviolet disinfection, UV water purifier
- UV SunStyle
- A coated canopy rated UPF 50 plus blocks the overhead sun that plain fabric lets straight through. Also: parasol, sun parasol, UPF umbrella
- UV-C Air PurifierStyle
- Shines germicidal light on passing air, which gets far less exposure time than the claims suggest. Also: germicidal UV purifier, UVGI air cleaner, photocatalytic purifier
V
- V-NeckOption
- Opens the chest in a descending point that lengthens the neck. Also: v neck, surplice, deep-v, plunge neckline
- V-Neck Sweater (Men's Sweaters)Style
- A V-neck opens the neckline to a point so a shirt collar and knot stay visible. Also: v neck sweater
- V-Neck Sweater (Women's Sweaters)Style
- A V-neck sweater opens in a point at the chest, and how deep that point cuts decides what you can wear underneath it. Also: V-neck jumper, deep V sweater
- V-Neck TeeStyle
- Cutting the neckline to a point opens the collar and hides the band under an open shirt.
- Vacuum Seal ContainersStyle
- Pulls air out through a valve after closing, so leftovers and dry goods hold their freshness longer. Also: vacuum storage containers, vacuum lock containers, vacuum canisters
- Vacuums & Floor CareProduct type
- A vacuum only cleans as well as its brush and its seal, so match the head to your floors before comparing motors.
- Vases & BowlsStyle
- Buy the vase that still looks right empty, because it stands there flowerless most of the year. Also: decorative bowls, vessels, catchalls
- Velvet (Fabric)Option
- Stands cut threads upright as a dense pile that catches light and crushes under pressure. Also: velour, crushed velvet
- Velvet (Upholstery Material)Option
- Stands thousands of cut threads upright, which is where color depth comes from. Also: polyester velvet, performance velvet
- Vented Double CanopyStyle
- A ring of openings bleeds trapped air upward so gusts pass through instead of flipping the frame. Also: wind vented umbrella, double canopy umbrella
- Vertical MiceStyle
- The shell stands the hand upright in a handshake position, taking the twist out of the forearm. Also: ergonomic mouse, handshake mouse
- VestStyle
- A vest warms your core and frees your arms, which is what makes it work for active cold. Also: gilet, body warmer, puffer vest
- VestsStyle
- Warms the chest and back while leaving the arms free, which is why children keep it on. Also: Gilet, Body warmer, Puffer vest, Sleeveless jacket
- Video DoorbellStyle
- A camera, button and two-way audio at the entrance. Also: doorbell camera, smart doorbell
- Video Game ConsolesProduct type
- The games you can play matter more than the hardware, so choose the library first and the box second.
- VisorStyle
- Vents heat off an open scalp while a single brim keeps the sun out of your eyes. Also: sun visor, tennis visor
W
- Waffle Knit ThermalStyle
- A honeycomb knit traps air in raised squares, which warms well indoors and fails once it gets wet. Also: thermal knit, waffle thermal, honeycomb knit, long johns
- Waffle RobeStyle
- A waffle weave holds warm air in raised pockets, giving you a light robe that dries by lunchtime. Also: honeycomb robe, waffle weave robe, spa robe
- Waist BeltStyle
- Sits over a garment at the natural waist, too wide at two inches or more to pass through loops. Also: wide belt, cinch belt
- Waist NipperStyle
- A short band of firm fabric grips the middle only, from the lower ribs to the hip bone. Also: waist cincher, waspie, shaping band
- Walking ShoeStyle
- Firm low foam and a rocker sole smooth the heel-to-toe roll of a walking stride. Also: walking sneaker
- Wall OvenStyle
- A separate built-in oven installed at cabinet height. Also: built-in wall oven
- Wall-Mount Chimney HoodStyle
- Hangs on the wall in place of a cabinet, with a duct cover running up to the ceiling. Also: chimney hood, wall canopy hood, pro-style wall hood
- Wallet on a StrapStyle
- Wear it out alone or drop it in a tote: this is a wallet with a strap attached. Also: wristlet wallet, crossbody wallet, phone wallet
- Wallets & Card CasesProduct type
- Every wallet trades capacity against thickness, because each fold doubles whatever sits inside it.
- Wardrobes & ArmoiresStyle
- Where there is no closet, a wardrobe brings its own walls, rail and doors. Also: armoire, freestanding closet, chifforobe
- Warm Mist HumidifierStyle
- Boiling the water sterilizes it on the way out, at roughly ten times the power of a cool mist unit. Also: steam vaporizer, warm mist vaporizer
- Washable RugsStyle
- You can put a washable rug where spills happen, because the whole thing goes through a home machine. Also: machine washable rug
- Washing MachinesProduct type
- How a drum moves clothes through water sets the cleaning, the cycle length and the water bill.
- Watch Bands & AccessoriesProduct type
- Lug width in millimeters decides which band fits, and the material you pick decides how long it survives.
- Watch Case & RollStyle
- A case stops watches scratching each other, and cushion diameter decides whether yours actually fits. Also: watch box, watch roll, travel case
- Watch MovementBuying detail
- What actually drives the watch?
- Watch WinderStyle
- A winder rotates an automatic enough to keep it running, which only earns its place on a calendar watch. Also: automatic winder, watch rotator
- WatchesProduct type
- A watch straps a running machine to your wrist, so movement, case size and water rating decide everything.
- Water Filters & PurifiersProduct type
- Each filter removes a named list of contaminants and nothing else, so test your water before you choose one.
- Water FlosserStyle
- A pulsing jet flushes debris out of braces, bridges and implants where string cannot be threaded. Also: oral irrigator, dental water jet
- Water HeatersProduct type
- Size a water heater by its first hour rating, not tank gallons, because recovery speed does half the work.
- Water ResistantOption
- Slows water down rather than stopping it, a spectrum running from sprayed coating to sealed membrane. Also: water repellent, weather resistant, shower resistant
- Water ShoesProduct type
- A water shoe assumes it will be soaked, so it drains, dries fast and grips wet ground a sneaker cannot.
- Water SockStyle
- A stretch slipper with a thin flexible sole hugs the foot for pools, swim fins and calm sand. Also: aqua sock, swim sock, beach sock
- Waterproof SpeakerStyle
- Seals out water to an IPX7 or IP67 rating, built for a pool, a shower or a kitchen sink. Also: pool speaker, shower speaker, beach speaker
- Waxing KitsStyle
- Sets around the hair and pulls it out at the root, clearing an area for two to four weeks. Also: soft wax, hard wax, strip wax, sugaring paste
- WayfarerStyle
- Thick acetate builds a heavy brow line above eyes that a wire frame leaves exposed.
- Webbing BeltStyle
- Swaps leather for flat woven nylon or cotton tape, closed with a slide buckle or a pair of D-rings. Also: canvas belt, web belt
- Wedding BandStyle
- A wedding band is built as one unbroken circle you can wear every day for decades. Also: wedding ring, plain band
- Wedge HeelOption
- Fills the whole arch with one solid piece, spreading your weight along the full length of the foot. Also: wedge, wedges, wedge sole
- Wedge SandalStyle
- Sandal on a solid continuous wedge sole.
- Wedge SneakerStyle
- Sneaker with a concealed internal wedge lifting the heel.
- Weekender Diaper BagStyle
- Packs two or three days of baby kit into a duffle, so one bag covers a whole trip. Also: diaper duffle, overnight diaper bag, travel diaper bag
- Western BeltStyle
- Widens the strap to an inch and a half or more and carries a buckle built to be seen from across a room. Also: cowboy belt, tooled belt
- Western BootStyle
- Angled heel, pointed or square toe, pull-on shaft with decorative stitching. Also: cowboy boot, cowgirl boot
- Western BootieStyle
- Short western boot with an angled heel and a pointed or square toe.
- Western ShirtStyle
- Snaps replace buttons and pointed yokes cross the chest and back, both of them working details. Also: cowboy shirt, pearl snap shirt, snap front shirt
- Wet & Dry VacuumsStyle
- Machines that wash hard floors as they vacuum. Also: vacuum mop, wet-dry floor cleaner
- WhisksStyle
- Beat air into liquid with a cage of wires whose count and stiffness set what it can do. Also: balloon whisk, wire whip
- White GoldOption
- Mixes gold pale with white metals, then takes a rhodium plating for its bright finish. Also: 18k white gold, rhodium plated gold
- Whole House FiltersStyle
- One housing at the main treats every tap, shower and appliance in the building at once. Also: point of entry filter, main line filter, whole house sediment filter, POE system
- Whole-House Air CleanerStyle
- Filters the whole home through the heating and cooling ducts whenever the blower runs. Also: in-duct air cleaner, media air cleaner, furnace filter cabinet
- Whole-House DehumidifierStyle
- A ducted unit dries the whole house on a humidistat and drains itself, with no bucket to empty. Also: ducted dehumidifier, whole-home dehumidifier, crawl space dehumidifier
- Whole-House HumidifierStyle
- Mounted on your furnace, it humidifies every room the ducts reach and needs water, drain and wiring. Also: furnace humidifier, bypass humidifier, flow-through humidifier, in-duct humidifier
- Wi-Fi Routers & Mesh SystemsProduct type
- A router shares one internet connection across your home, so it can fix coverage but never raise plan speed.
- Wide CalfOption
- Adds shaft room for calves between 16 and 18 inches, repatterned rather than merely scaled up. Also: wide shaft, extended calf
- Wide LegOption
- Falls in a full column from the seat down to a wide hem. Also: palazzo, trouser leg
- Wide Leg PantsStyle
- Wide leg pants keep the same width from hip to hem, so the hem length decides whether they flatter or drag. Also: palazzo pants, wide-leg trousers
- Wide Leg TrousersStyle
- Wide leg trousers hold a full leg width from hip to hem instead of tapering in toward the ankle. Also: full-cut trousers, baggy trousers
- Wide-Leg JeansStyle
- Width starting at the hip makes a wide leg hang as a column, so drape matters more than your size. Also: baggy jeans, trouser jeans
- Wide-Leg JumpsuitStyle
- A wide-leg jumpsuit reads as a long dress until you move, and the hem decides whether it works. Also: palazzo jumpsuit, column jumpsuit
- WindbreakersStyle
- Blocks wind with a paper-thin woven shell that folds into its own pocket. Also: Wind shell, Wind jacket, Packable jacket, Coach's jacket
- Window Air ConditionerStyle
- A self-contained unit mounted in a window or wall opening. Also: window AC, room air conditioner
- Window FanStyle
- Seals into an open window frame and reverses between pulling air in and pushing it out to vent a room or a house. Also: window mounted fan, window exhaust fan
- Wine & Beverage FridgeStyle
- Compact coolers tuned to hold wine and drinks at cellar temperatures a kitchen refrigerator cannot match. Also: wine cooler, beverage center, wine refrigerator
- Wine Glasses & StemwareStyle
- Bowl shape steers wine to your nose, and the stem exists to keep your warm hand off the drink. Also: stemware, goblets
- WingtipStyle
- A W-shaped toe cap with punched decoration. Also: brogue, full brogue
- Wired CameraStyle
- A continuously powered indoor or outdoor camera.
- Wired ControllerStyle
- Wired controllers plug in over USB, cost the least, add no lag you can feel and never interrupt a match for a dead battery. Also: USB controller, corded controller, cabled gamepad
- Wired Gaming HeadsetStyle
- Plugged into the controller jack or a USB port, a wired gaming headset costs less than its cordless rival and never needs charging. Also: 3.5 mm headset, corded gaming headset, USB headset
- WirelessStyle
- Support comes from a firm band and shaped seams rather than a metal wire under the cup. Also: wirefree bra, soft cup bra, non-wired bra
- Wireless Charging PadStyle
- Drops the cable for bedside and desk top-ups, and turns a fifth to a third of the power into heat. Also: Qi charger, charging mat, charging stand, 3-in-1 charging dock
- Wireless ControllerStyle
- Wireless controllers pair over Bluetooth or a 2.4 GHz dongle and trade the cable for a battery you now have to manage. Also: Bluetooth controller, cordless gamepad, wireless gamepad
- Wireless Gaming HeadsetStyle
- Cordless gaming headsets carry game audio over a 2.4 GHz dongle, freeing you from the controller at the cost of a battery and a higher price. Also: wireless headset, 2.4 GHz headset, cordless gaming headphones
- Wireless MiceStyle
- A small radio receiver keeps cable-level response, while Bluetooth trades speed for battery and pairing. Also: cordless mouse
- Wireless SpeakersStyle
- Portable and multi-room speakers over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Also: network speakers, Bluetooth speakers
- WoksStyle
- Stir fry over a small blazing base with high sloped walls that give one pan three heat zones. Also: stir fry pan, carbon steel wok, flat-bottom wok
- Women's ActivewearProduct type
- Match activewear to the session, because impact sets the support you need and sweat decides the fabric.
- Women's Ankle BootsProduct type
- Ankle boots stop just above the ankle bone, clearing every hemline you own.
- Women's BrasProduct type
- A bra carries breast weight on a band around the ribcage, and band fit decides whether it works.
- Women's ClothingCategory
- How to choose women's clothing that fits, flatters and lasts, from dresses and denim to coats and swim.
- Women's Coats & JacketsProduct type
- Match the construction to the weather, since fill, dense cloth and sealed shells each defeat a different day.
- Women's DressesProduct type
- A dress decides the whole outfit at once, so fit the bust and shoulders first and let fabric set the occasion.
- Women's Feminine CareProduct type
- Pads, tampons, cups, discs and period underwear either absorb flow or collect it, and that split decides the rest.
- Women's FlatsProduct type
- Flats keep your heel under an inch off the ground, so the sole and the footbed decide the comfort.
- Women's Hosiery & SocksProduct type
- Hosiery and socks cover the leg, and height plus denier decide what shows and how long it lasts.
- Women's JeansProduct type
- Weight, stretch and wash decide how denim fits, fades and lasts before any leg cut draws the silhouette.
- Women's Jumpsuits & RompersProduct type
- A jumpsuit dresses you in one move, and torso length, not waist size, decides whether it fits.
- Women's Maternity ClothingProduct type
- Maternity clothing uses belly panels engineered to stretch through nine months, not simply looser cuts of your normal size.
- Women's MulesProduct type
- Closed at the toe and bare at the heel, a mule stays on your foot through front-of-foot fit alone.
- Women's PantiesProduct type
- Underwear varies by rise, seat coverage and edge finish, and the edge is what shows through clothes.
- Women's PantsProduct type
- One word covers pressed wool and stretch knit alike, so judge pants by fabric behavior before leg shape.
- Women's PumpsProduct type
- Pumps hold on by fit alone, so the heel and the toe decide everything else about them.
- Women's ShapewearProduct type
- Shapewear presses soft tissue inward, so the zone you cover and where its edges land decide the result.
- Women's ShortsProduct type
- Read the inseam and rise before the style name, because those two numbers decide how a pair wears on your leg.
- Women's SkirtsProduct type
- Every skirt trades hem room against stride, so choose the shape for how you move and the fabric for the setting.
- Women's Sleepwear & RobesProduct type
- Sleepwear has to work for eight hours you will not be awake to manage it, so fabric behavior beats looks.
- Women's Suits & BlazersProduct type
- Fit the shoulder first, because every other seam on a tailored jacket moves for a fee and that one does not.
- Women's SweatersProduct type
- Knitted loops trap warm air, so fiber and gauge decide how a sweater performs before style enters it.
- Women's Sweatshirts & HoodiesProduct type
- Sweatshirts and hoodies for women turn on fleece weight and fit, from cropped and oversized cuts to zip fronts and quarter zips.
- Women's SwimwearProduct type
- Choose swimwear for the water it will meet, since chlorine, salt and sun decide how long any suit keeps its shape.
- Women's Thermal Underwear & Base LayersProduct type
- Thermal underwear goes on first and moves sweat off your skin, so fabric weight sets how warm you get.
- Women's Tops & BlousesProduct type
- One layer frames your face and sets the outfit's tone, so judge a top by its fabric before its neckline.
- Women's Wedding DressesProduct type
- Ordered months ahead in bridal sizing and altered to fit, a wedding dress costs you a timeline as much as a price.
- Wooden ClogStyle
- A wooden clog carries the foot on a solid carved sole that never flexes, so the foot rolls over it instead of bending with each step. Also: wood clog
- WoodyOption
- Sits on wood and root notes that hold on skin longer than anything else does.
- WoolOption
- Traps air in crimped animal fiber, so it warms you even damp and springs back from creases. Also: merino, wool blend, lambswool
- Wool & Tweed TiesStyle
- Woven from wool rather than silk, it knots fatter and matte, right beside tweed and flannel. Also: tweed tie, flannel tie, cashmere tie
- Wool CoatStyle
- A wool coat insulates through the density of its cloth, so weight matters more than the name. Also: overcoat, dress coat
- Work BootStyle
- Certified protection is the point: a work boot built to ASTM F2413 guards toes and soles before it thinks about style. Also: safety boots, steel toe boots, safety toe boots
- Work ClogStyle
- Slip-resistant, wipe-clean clog for kitchen and clinical use.
- Work GloveStyle
- A work glove protects the palm from cuts and abrasion while still leaving enough fit to hold a tool. Also: safety glove, utility glove
- Workstation DesktopStyle
- Holds full speed through hours long renders and simulations, with the memory and service parts to match.
- Woven Pajama SetStyle
- Crisp woven cotton stands off your skin, so body heat moves out instead of sitting between cloth and back. Also: classic pajama set, poplin pajamas, coat style pajamas
- Wrap (Dress Silhouette)Option
- Crosses one front panel over the other and ties, making the waist adjustable. Also: wrap dress, faux wrap, surplice
- Wrap (Sunglasses)Style
- One curved front sweeps around your face and closes off the side light a flatter pair lets in. Also: wrap frame, curved front sunglasses
- Wrap DressStyle
- A wrap dress crosses one front panel over the other and ties shut, so the waist lands exactly where you tie it. Also: faux wrap dress, tie-waist dress, surplice dress
- Wrap JumpsuitStyle
- A wrap jumpsuit crosses its front and ties, which adjusts the one dimension nothing else can alter. Also: tie-front jumpsuit, surplice jumpsuit
- Wrap SkirtStyle
- A wrap skirt ties rather than closes, so one skirt fits across a range of waist sizes. Also: sarong skirt, tie skirt
- Wrap SweaterStyle
- A wrap sweater crosses two front panels and ties at the waist, which adjusts the fit but can gape across a fuller bust. Also: surplice sweater, faux wrap sweater
- Wrap TopStyle
- Crossed front panels tie at the waist, so you set how deep the neckline sits. Also: tie-front top, crossover top
- WristletStyle
- Hangs from a loop around your wrist, so the bag stays with you and your fingers stay free. Also: wrist bag, wrist pouch
Y
- Yellow GoldOption
- Carries its color right through the metal, with karat stating how much gold is inside. Also: 14k gold, 18k gold, solid gold
Z
- Zip TopOption
- Closes the whole opening, which makes it the most secure everyday fastening. Also: top zip, zipper closure
- Zip-Around WalletStyle
- Zips around three sides, so coins, receipts and cards stay in even upside down in a bag. Also: zippered wallet, zip wallet
- Zip-Up HoodieStyle
- A zip from hem to hood turns a solid sweatshirt into a layer you can open, shed, and put back on midday. Also: zip hoodie, full-zip hoodie, zip-through hoodie
- ZipperOption
- Opens the shaft on a zip for fast entry into boots too narrow to pull on. Also: zip, side zip, zipper closure