Cottage Life

 Feature Photo by Ping Hu / Alex is wearing an off-the-should dress by Ralph Lauren $119 Nautical Stripe Joe Fresh $19 Teva Original Universal Sandals $99 at the Hudson's Bay From Gatineau to Muskoka, Ottawans are fleeing the city heat in search of the laid-back lake lifestyle. If you stick with the

Holiday Glamour

 Just in time for soirée season, fashion editor, Alexandra Gunn, shares her garment guide for Christmas cocktails, New Year’s Eve countdowns and everything in-between. Overdress: Embrace winter’s opulent luxe with a striking emerald gown for a cocktail event. Eliza J emerald gown $208 My twist on the little black dress Add silver studding

Mellow Yellow

 Fun, fresh and often associated with the warmer months of the year, yellow is a worn-to-be-seen colour that will liven up your wardrobe this season. The sunny shade was seen on the Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, Burberry Prorsum and Naeem Khan runways and the statement shade is also a sunshine basic at budget-friendly stores. Whether

Ask Alex Summer Style

 COOL KHAKI Khaki is back with a bang. Appearing in varying styles and from a number of fashion houses, sleek khaki-coloured dresses appeared on the Gucci and Donna Karan runways. Marc Jacobs offered military silhouettes and Ralph Lauren opted for safari-style glamour. The updated khaki trend works brilliantly as a

In search of Style

 New Year, Fresh Skirt If there’s one key piece of clothing to update in your 2014 wardrobe, it’s the skirt. From A-line and pencil to trumpet and fit and flare, there’s a skirt silhouette to flatter every figure. Take your pick and pair it with a sweater or cardigan for