Women's Fashion

Keira Knightley is the latest celebrity to be seen sporting this comfortable yet non-conformist leather motorcycle jacket on the streets of London. US label Mike & Chris have taken the hoody to new heights, and their line of too-cool-for-school designs are being snapped-up by the likes of Angelina Joli, Drew Barrymore, Jessica Simpson and Mena Suvari.

This week Gap announces their collaboration with renowned designer Roland Mouret. Beginning on December 1, an exclusive collection of five dresses designed by Roland Mouret, will be sold in seven select Gap stores in New York City.

Gone are the days when women’s active-wear consisted of beat-up sweats and hand-me-down t-shirts that a woman wouldn't be caught dead wearing anywhere else but the gym. More fashion designers are tapping into our desire to look great - no matter what our activity - by taking women’s fitness apparel from second-rate to first-class.

Shine New York, makers of high-end women's fashion apparel, has added a new feature to their online store that allows shoppers the option to bid on limited edition pieces.

Cherished-Woman.com, an e-tailer specializing in trendy clothes for plus size women, was founded by former plus size model and entrepreneur Nancy Baum. The online boutique features high-end, designer plus size fashion aimed at bringing out the natural sex appeal of the modern woman, no matter what her dimensions. Baum is using her fashion background and 14 years' experience in web application sales to launch an online retail venture offering trendy clothes for plus size women who expect to be as sexy and fashionable as their slender peers.

Founded by designers Christine Haynes and Kent Bell, US label Twospace has launched its new fall/winter collection online as well as at a recent fashion show at Loggia in Hollywood during LA's Fashion Week.

Halloween treats, bonfire night toffee apples, Christmas turkey and New Year champagne – it seems impossible to enjoy the upcoming festive season without being bombarded by goodies and the guilt of indulgence. Luckily, Lee Jeans' new Natural Fit with special interior design and slimming features is a women’s latest secret weapon that allows you to look and feel great even after enjoying your fair share of the holiday loot.

Mehera Shaw, an ethical fashion house specializing in fair made, haute artisan wear in natural fibers, is listed among America's progressive business leaders. Social entrepreneurs, the fashion house is a for-profit business which is putting their dollars to work by investing in positive trade relations and positive environmental choices.

Dresses are a great low maintenance choice for working women - they’re easy to grab from the wardrobe when you’re in a hurry and don’t have the time to agonize over matching up your top with your trousers or skirt. More feminine than a trouser suit, they’re also really versatile, and this season there’s a style to flatter every shape and budget. As Christmas inevitably draws closer, they’re also a good option that will take you from day to evening - or from office to after work drinks!