The 2025 Guide to Alternatives to Shorts

Are alternatives to shorts your most pressing fashion conundrum every summer? If so, you’re not alone. This blog originated many years ago out of my own aversion to shorts. But it is our readers who have made it one of the RLS blog’s most popular annual features.

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Pantone Color of the Year 2025: Mocha Mousse

It’s official: 2025’s Pantone Color of the Year is Pantone 17-1230, Mocha Mousse. Pantone describes the color as a hue that “nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort.” It is a foundational color that is rich and warm, perfect for this time of year! (Mocha Mousse=Hot Chocolate?!) As we all reach into our closets for something warm and comfortable, let us help you turn this year’s Pantone Color of the Year into the perfect winter ensemble!

Types of Jeans for Women: Find The Right Style of Jeans for You

We have waded through the thousands of types of jeans for women and made a concise list of the exact pairs we love right now by style. Each category contains a variable price range and different brand options to make it easy to find your perfect new pair of jeans!

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A Stylish Face Mask Round-Up

The most universal fashion item right now? The stylish face mask, of course. At RLS, we believe you should always make an effort to feel and look put-together, even while running errands or taking your kids to the park.