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fashion & clothes  Right shoes keep you good on the greens  In any style, quality counts in lingerie  The right outerwear can make a difference  Fit and fabric determine good gloves  Consider lifestyle when buying eyeglasses  Distinctions in fleece quality far from fuzzy  Buying a winter coat with Tommy Hilfiger  When only high-quality denim will do  Dress up your wardrobe with a top designer  When luxury calls, cashmere answers  Suit yourself -- just the way you want to  Kids' footwear can blend fashion, function  For dress shirts, the key is in the touch

Sports, Athletics & Health  Look for the moisturizer that matches you  Relieve the symptoms, beat the cold  January is join-a-health-club month  Choosing golf clubs that fit you to a tee  Buying a bike you can ride into the sunset  Buying hockey gear with Cam Neely  On the run for shoes with Bill Rodgers  Rowing no longer just a sport for the elite  Just what the patient ordered  Joys of summer camp start with winter task  Cutting-edge, from ballyard to backyard

Accessories  For designer Michael Kors, it's all in the bag  How to choose a scent that makes sense  For flowers, let personality be your guide  The right backpack can ease a child's load  Versatility is goal when buying soccer shoes  Toting cheap luggage  VIDEO YOUR MONEY  High-tech hydration is boon for athletes  Do pool research before splashing the cash  Want to be a stargazer? Image is everything  Invest in quality playground equipment  Outdoor furniture should be built to last  The right frame is a work of art, itself  Let the job dictate the right vacuum  In high-tech world, fountain pens endure  Today's hiking boots are far from clunky  Versatility keeps travelers looking good  Tips on ensuring many happy returns  Finding right airfare isn't a big investment  Your preparer should be a good fit  With a small investment, you can rake it in

Around the Home A night out, but who can watch the kids? Some comforting thoughts for bedtime Be true to yourself when choosing a dog Florists' business blossoms this week ABC's of buying and installing a toilet Some comforting thoughts for bedtime A simple table makes the food look good Fixtures range widely in price, features To find good cabinets, look beyond surface Finding treasures (or trash) in antiques Picking a dining table is a matter of taste Before buying, know that sofa inside out An expert's spin on buying a washing machine Have a seat, but first do your homework Pick a kennel that minimizes pet's stress Organizer finds calm amid closets' chaos For the best child care, start looking early For golf vacations, careful planning a must  Quality to furnish kids' rooms  VIDEO

Tech, Toys and Electronics  Web-design freelancers may be best bet  For cellphone plans, it's signal over style  Want the hottest toys? Get a game plan  An education in how to buy video games  An oenophile's cool way of storing wine  A wake-up call for choosing coffee makers  Prioritize options when buying a computer  You have to be able to trust your mechanic  Know your road when choosing snow tires

Food and Dining  Choosing your wine is a matter of taste  Personal chefs cater to the time-starved  Stocking your bar is a matter of taste  There's a shredder for every security need  A tomato you say? The time's ripe to buy  As alternatives to grilling, smokers are hot  Food can fail, or sail, on strength of spices  In Vermont, they go with the maple flow  How to plant a herb garden  Turn up the heat with induction cooktops  Functional wine glasses  VIDEO