How to pull off the Canadian Tuxedo, 2023’s chicest co-ord trend
Why does the Canadian Tuxedo get such a bad rap? Double denim has been low-key trendy for decades, and it is coming back in full force for 2023: Canada’s most polarising creation is the co-ord trend of the year.
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And more than obvious costume party attire, double denim can be surprisingly chic. Maya Hawke, Cate Blanchett, Kai-Isaiah Jamal, and most recently Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have all sported the Canadian Tuxedo. And not only that: respected labels like JW Anderson, Givenchy, and Dion Lee have sent more than one model down the runway in head-to-toe denim.
Contrary to popular belief, the Canadian Tuxedo can be more than denim button-downs and matching jeans: corset tops, maxi skirts, knee-high boots, shorts, and even three-piece suits are part of the ever-so-chic double-denim universe. I’ll let you in on another secret: the two denim pieces don’t even have to match.
A full dark-wash denim ensemble can feel super dressy and refined, while a light-wash gives a more casual vibe. Other colours of denim, like black and even lilac, make for a show-stopping outfit.
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Maeve
The Tommie Long-Sleeve Faux Leather Smocked Front-Zip Blouse Purple
$39.95
$118.00
Anthropologie
Ramy Brook
Coated Helena Flare Jeans Purple
$295.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Paige
Anessa High-Rise Wide-Leg Raw-Hem Jeans Purple
$249.00
Anthropologie
Veronica Beard
Crosbie Wide-Leg Jeans with Pocket Details Purple
$298.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Here are some of our fave double (and sometimes triple!) denim looks.
-30%
Fleur du Mal
denim bustier top - women - Cotton - 2 - Blue
$207.00
$295.00
FARFETCH
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
-16%
Marc Jacobs
denim sneakers - women - Cotton/Rubber/Cotton - 38 - Blue
$250.00
$298.00
FARFETCH
-4%
Masha Popova
120mm denim knee-high boots - women - Rubber/Calf Leather/Fabric/Fabric - 37 - Blue
$397.00
$414.00
FARFETCH
-20%
Desigual
panelled lace-up sneakers - women - Fabric/Fabric/Rubber - 36 - Blue
$274.00
$342.00
FARFETCH
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
Saachi
Solid Glitz Silk Scarf Blue
$34.99
Rue La La
AllSaints
Gothic AllSaints Silk Scarf Blue
$89.00
AllSaints
La Fiorentina
Silk-Blend Printed Scarf Blue
$34.99
Rue La La
How to accessorize your Canadian Tuxedo
Styling the infamous tuxedo can feel challenging, but you mustn’t give in to fear. We especially love pairing double denim with neon shoes and accessories. Moreover, light denim looks great with silver jewelry, while dark-wash denim really makes gold jewelry pop. Lastly, a leather jacket or a trench coat can help lessen the blue jean blues. Unless your trench coat is denim too… now that’s what we call commitment.
-28%
GCDS
Handbags Green
$352.00
$486.00
Yoox.com
Carmen Sol
Capri Tote Bag in Neon Green at Nordstrom
$395.00
Nordstrom
Osprey
The Hendrix Leather Shoulder Bag in Black at Nordstrom
$289.00
Nordstrom
-20%
Karl Lagerfeld
zipped shoulder bag - women - Polyurethane - One Size - Silver
$287.00
$358.00
FARFETCH
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Avec Les Filles
Raglan Denim Coat Brown
$99.99
Rue La La
AllSaints
Aki Crossover Wide Leg Denim Jeans
$229.00
AllSaints
Avec Les Filles
Utility Denim Trench Coat Blue
$119.99
Rue La La
Pilcro
Scalloped Denim Buttondown Dress Blue
$168.00
Anthropologie
So with nothing but respect for our northern neighbours, we want to salute the Canadian Tuxedo and give it the polite but ample attention it deserves. Thanks, Canada!
-22%
Ksubi
playback high-waisted straight leg jeans - women - Cotton - 24 - Blue
$458.00
$587.00
FARFETCH
-33%
AllSaints
Luca Cropped Denim Jacket
$166.00
$249.00
AllSaints
Ganni
Tint Denim Midi Skirt Blue
$129.99
Rue La La
-40%
AllSaints
Denby Denim Trucker Jacket
$161.00
$269.00
AllSaints
Mother
The Tomcat Roller Confess Jean Blue
$79.00
Rue La La
Pilcro
Buttondown Denim Midi Dress Blue
$158.00
Anthropologie
Avec Les Filles
Raglan Denim Coat Brown
$99.99
Rue La La
AllSaints
Haldan Slim Bootcut Stretch Denim Jeans Blue
$219.00
AllSaints
Mother
SNACKS! The Takeout Scrumptious Jean Blue
$66.00
Rue La La
AllSaints
Haldan Slim Bootcut Stretch Denim Jeans Blue
$219.00
AllSaints
Frame Denim
FRAME The Stripe Silk-Blend Utility Shirt White
$149.99
Rue La La
-55%
Frame Denim
The Rookie Open Stitch Cardigan in Cream Multi at Nordstrom, Size X-Small White
$219.59
$488.00
Nordstrom
Pilcro
Reese 100% Cotton Barrel Leg Pull On Pants Blue
$118.00
Anthropologie
Tahari by ASL
Petite Blazer Green
$69.99
Rue La La
AllSaints
Miller Push Up Skinny Fit Denim Jeans Black
$219.00
AllSaints
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
