Topic: Ready-to-Wear and Sportswear

The Masters: 12 women candidates for Augusta National membership

The Augusta National Golf Club has steadfastly refused to alter its all-male membership. But circumstances may soon cause the gender barrier to break, and if it does there are several women who might be good fits for the club.

10 romantic movies for Valentine's Day

Check out these 10 movies for the holiday

Sweater vests from Rick Santorum: overpriced?

Sweater vests are available from Rick Santorum's campaign for a $100 contribution. But many stores sell sweater vests for less than $50. So where should true conservatives shop?

Gap closing: Five stores that are poised to fill in the Gap

With the Gap closing stores across the US, which retailer will step in and the new go-to for the American shopper?

Dancing with the Stars: Can it help a career?

"Dancing with the Stars," now in its 13^th season on ABC, offers its celebrity contenders a huge amount of exposure – but not much of a career boost. Italian actress Elisabetta Canalis, bounced Tuesday in the second round, is likely to go back to her preshow level of popularity, as have most of the 160 "Dancing With the Stars" contestants. But a few have bucked the trend. Using the show's extraordinary exposure – this year's premiere netted 18.6 million viewers, nearly six times the highest ratings that DWTS contestant Nancy Grace ever got on her eponymous HLN show and more than double what DWTS competitor and US soccer goalie Hope Solo got in the Women’s World Cup final this summer – these five contestants have seen their careers take off. Can you guess who was tops?

Michael Vick, Nike team up again

Michael Vick endorsed Nike at the start of his NFL career, then was dropped by the apparel maker after his dogfighting conviction. Now, Nike's newest spokesman is Michael Vick.

Glenn Beck ends his run with Fox News. What's next?

Glenn Beck has departed the Fox News roster: his final show for Fox aired Thursday night. Next up for the political commentator: a three-sided chalkboard and a line of clothes.

Amy Winehouse announces tour after two year absence

After two years out of the spotlight, UK musical artist Amy Winehouse announced a "one-off tour" set for early next year in Brazil.

Phillips-Van Heusen to buy Tommy Hilfiger for $3 billion

Analysts say Phillips-Van Heusen purchase of Tommy Hilfiger makes strategic sense.

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Review: 'Valentino: The Last Emperor'

Documentary lauds the legendary Italian fashion designer and his four decades of making women 'beautiful.'

Michelle Obama on the cover of Vogue

In Olympian swimsuits, threads of history

The full-body LZR Racer is seen as a breakthrough in reducing drag. Suits have changed dramatically in recent decades.