Brenley Goertzen

Minneapolis

Junior Writer at The Strategist

staff writer @NYmag @Strategist / alum of @NYU_journalism @UCBerkeley

Articles

The Best Memorial Day Deals That Are Half Off (or More)

2 weeks ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

By Brenley Goertzen, a writer at the Strategist covering clothing basics and bath and body. She joined the Strategist as a junior writer in 2022 after interning at the site. Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers Memorial Day weekend is here and the sales are especially good this year — including many that are 50 percent (or more) off.
I’ve Used Our Best-in-Class Protein Powder for Nearly a Decade

3 weeks ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

By Brenley Goertzen, a writer at the Strategist covering clothing basics and bath and body. She joined the Strategist as a junior writer in 2022 after interning at the site. I’ve been a lifelong runner, and I’m surrounded by all kinds of athletes in my life. My mother was a Canadian national team rhythmic gymnast, my sister and I both played NCAA Division I sports, my brother is currently a lacrosse player at Illinois Tech, and my boyfriend plays his sport for a living.
10 Best Black T-shirts for Women | The Strategist

3 weeks ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

Buck Mason’s Easy Slub Cotton Tee is the best black T-shirt for women. We talked to stylish women about their favorites, including Everlane’s Cotton Box-Cut Tee and Madewell’s Northside Vintage Tee.
Issey Miyake–ish Pants for Just $26 at Everlane

1 month ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photo: Retailer Pull-on pants are still having their moment — and when I’m not up for wearing shorts, they are far and away my preferred spring and summer bottoms. They add a dressy touch without sacrificing comfort. One of my favorite places to shop for said pull-on pants is at Everlane. The brand’s spring sale is happening right now, and select pieces are up to 70 percent off. Yes, you read that right.
50 Mother’s Day Gifts Under $50 (for Every Type of Mom)

1 month ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

Photo-Illustration: Courtesy of the retailers. One thing I’ve learned after years of shopping with my cost-conscious mother: You don’t have to spend a ton on a gift to make someone feel special. Guided by her wisdom, I’ve put together a diverse list of gift ideas under $50 for all the maternal figures in your life, from mothers-in-law and new moms to grandmas and more.
On My Mind: Butter-Yellow Everything and Electrical-Stimulation Straps

1 month ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers, Joe McKendry Photo: Brenley Goertzen You might have noticed butter yellow is everywhere this spring — to be exact, I’m referring to the color of Kerrygold butter, which can now be found on everything from workout gear to beach bags. The shade is soft and inviting yet striking, and I really can’t get enough.
11 Best White T-shirts for Women | The Strategist

1 month ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

Buck Mason’s Slub Easy Crew is the best white T-shirt for women. Our women’s basics writer tested several white T-shirts and asked stylish women for their recommendations.
Lands’ End’s Do-It-All Tote Is 30 Percent Off for Strategist Readers

1 month ago | nymag.com | Alexandra Polk |Brenley Goertzen

The Strategist’s Two-Day Sale ends tonight, and if there’s any one deal I suggest grabbing before it does, it’s the Lands’ End versatile canvas tote. Writer Brenley Goertzen recently named the tote one of the very best beach bags thanks to its water-repellent base, sturdy structure (that keeps it standing upright even in sand), and easy-access pockets (five of them, to be exact). But the bag also makes a great travel bag, whether as a weekend tote or a personal item on flights.
The Post-Pandemic Pull-on Pant

1 month ago | nymag.com | Brenley Goertzen

Pull-on pants — from satin-y Reformation ones to Brooke Callahan’s side-tie pairs — have had something of a moment over the past year or so, but in my family, they’ve been the preferred style for much longer than that. My mom, who was a rhythmic gymnast and dancer, had dozens of ’90s track pants and joggers with stretchy waistbands — so to me, anything similar was not only cool but truly practical. Still, pull-on pants have their detractors.
The Best Jeans, According to Tasteful People 2025

2 months ago | nymag.com | Ambar Pardilla |Brenley Goertzen |Jeremy Rellosa

Welcome to Jeans Month on the Strategist, where we’re obsessively vetting denim — from trying on every pair at the Gap to asking dozens of stylish people about their favorite fits. For more, head to our Jeans Month hub. It’s become a Strategist tradition to ask people with particular, exacting, exceptional taste about the “best” of something, from cardigans and sweatshirts to wedding-guest dresses and scarves.