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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Veronica Beard
Crosbie Wide-Leg Jeans with Pocket Details Purple
$298.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Hudson
Rosalie Zinfandel Wide Leg Jean Purple
$46.00
Rue La La
Veronica Beard
Crosbie Wide-Leg Jeans with Pocket Details Purple
$298.00
Neiman Marcus
Here are some of our fave double (and sometimes triple!) denim looks.
-30%
Fleur du Mal
denim bustier top - women - Cotton - 0 - Blue
$207.00
$295.00
FARFETCH
-47%
Cole Haan
Womens Go-To Emalia Slide Bow Sandals - Brown Size 10.5
$79.95
$150.00
Cole Haan
-30%
Nike
Womens Zoom Air Fire Shoes in Grey | DR7852-001 Gray
$87.97
$125.00
Nike
-56%
Masha Popova
120mm denim knee-high boots - women - Rubber/Calf Leather/Fabric/Fabric - 36 - Blue
$406.00
$917.00
FARFETCH
-40%
Marc Jacobs
Frankie loafers - women - Cotton/Polyester/Leather/Rubber - 35 - Blue
$179.00
$298.00
FARFETCH
-50%
Marc Jacobs
denim sneakers - women - Cotton/Rubber/Cotton - 39 - Blue
$126.00
$250.00
FARFETCH
-6%
Coach
Soho sneakers - women - Leather/Denim/Fabric/Rubber - 6 - White
$256.00
$272.00
FARFETCH
-47%
Cole Haan
Womens Go-To Emalia Slide Bow Sandals - Brown Size 10.5
$79.95
$150.00
Cole Haan
-30%
Nike
Womens Zoom Air Fire Shoes in Grey | DR7852-001 Gray
$87.97
$125.00
Nike
Saachi
Solid Glitz Silk Scarf Blue
$34.99
Rue La La
-62%
Fiorio
Scarves Blue
$71.00
$185.00
Yoox.com
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.
-29%
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs Small Neon Fuchsia Nylon Fabric Tote Convertible Bag Womens Purse Silver
$205.00
$289.00
LUX LAIR
Hurley
Suki 29 Hardshell Spinner Suitcase in Light Grey /Neon at Nordstrom Rack Gray
$109.97
Nordstrom Rack
-37%
-25%
Aimée
The Skipper Cargo Tote in Neon Pink at Nordstrom
$171.00
$228.00
Nordstrom
0711
mini Jodie tote bag - women - Acrylic - OS - Silver
$470.00
FARFETCH
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Pilcro
Weston Denim Boyfriend Jacket by Pilcro White
$98.00
Anthropologie
7 For All Mankind
Reverse Trench Coat Blue
$99.00
Rue La La
Anine Bing
Delaney Denim Shorts Blue
$195.00
Anthropologie
7 For All Mankind
Maxi Dress
$85.00
Rue La La
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!
-50%
Ksubi
playback high-waisted straight leg jeans - women - Cotton - 24 - Blue
$291.00
$587.00
FARFETCH
7 For All Mankind
Dina Denim Shirt Blue
$40.00
Rue La La
-50%
Frame Denim
The Billow-Sleeve Shirt
$174.00
$348.00
Neiman Marcus
Hudson
London Venom Short
$59.99
Rue La La
-35%
Pilcro
Greer Midi Shirt Dress by Pilcro Green
$109.95
$168.00
Anthropologie
7 For All Mankind
Kori Short
$59.99
Rue La La
Pilcro
Denim Square-Neck Mini Swing Dress Green
$158.00
Anthropologie
Cinq à Sept
Roselyn Denim Top White
$129.99
Rue La La
Rag & Bone
rb Miramar Terry Wide-Leg Jeans
$198.00
Bergdorf Goodman
7 For All Mankind
Fray Hem Pencil Skirt Blue
$65.99
Rue La La
Pilcro
Denim Full A-Line Midi Skirt Blue
$158.00
Anthropologie
Frame Denim
FRAME The Sport Polo Sweater Blue
$71.00
Rue La La
Pilcro
Drawstring Denim Mini Skirt Blue
$128.00
Anthropologie
Tahari by ASL
Petite Blazer Green
$69.99
Rue La La
-30%
Pilcro
Denim Seamed Midi Skirt Blue
$110.60
$158.00
Anthropologie
Pistola Denim
Carlen Sweater Silver
$72.00
Rue La La
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
