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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Minka Cargo High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans Purple
$288.00
Anthropologie
Costume National
Cotton Stretch Slim Fit Denim Jeans - Purple
$262.35
Italist
Veronica Beard
Crosbie Wide-Leg Jeans with Pocket Details Purple
$298.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Costume National
Cotton Stretch Slim Denim Jeans - Purple
$109.59
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Here are some of our fave double (and sometimes triple!) denim looks.
-50%
Fleur du Mal
denim bustier top - women - Cotton - 0 - Blue
$148.00
$295.00
FARFETCH
Moncler
Moncler Logo Cotton T-shirt, Men, Black, Size: 3xl
$480.00
Moncler
Givenchy
Logo-Embroidered Cotton T-Shirt - White
$488.22
Italist
Marc Jacobs
Grain Leather Crossbody Bag - Camel Brown
$257.95
Italist
-57%
Alberta Ferretti
open-toe denim espadrilles - women - Cotton/Leather/Leather/Jute - 37 - Blue
$186.00
$433.00
FARFETCH
-39%
Tod's
denim logo mules - women - Leather/Cotton/Calf Leather - 34.5 - Black
$274.00
$450.00
FARFETCH
-33%
Moncler
Moncler Logo Cotton T-shirt, Men, Black, Size: 3xl
$480.00
Moncler
Givenchy
Logo-Embroidered Cotton T-Shirt - White
$488.22
Italist
Marc Jacobs
Grain Leather Crossbody Bag - Camel Brown
$257.95
Italist
Vismaya
100% Silk Hair Scarf Blue
$48.00
Anthropologie
Saachi
Solid Glitz Silk Scarf Blue
$34.99
Rue La La
Vismaya
100% Silk Hair Scarf Blue
$48.00
Anthropologie
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.
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Top Handle Bag - Black
$488.71
Italist
Nina
Joyce Mesh Top Handle Bag in Neon Lime at Nordstrom Green
$98.00
Nordstrom
-29%
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs Small Neon Fuchsia Nylon Fabric Tote Convertible Bag Womens Purse Silver
$207.00
$292.00
LUX LAIR
Herschel
Trade Neon 21-Inch Rolling Carry-On in Neon Pink at Nordstrom
$190.00
Nordstrom
-19%
Marsèll
Fantasmi 1 keyring - unisex - Leather - One Size - Silver
$397.00
$490.00
FARFETCH
-9%
Orciani
Gossip clutch bag - women - Calf Leather - OS - Silver
$411.00
$451.00
FARFETCH
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Maeve
Brooklin Corduroy High-Rise Wide-Leg Pants Green
$148.00
Anthropologie
7 For All Mankind
Reverse Trench Coat Blue
$99.00
Rue La La
Anthropologie
LEE High-Rise Relaxed Straight-Leg Jeans Gray
$108.00
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!
Mother
The Patch Pocket Doozy Mid-Rise Flare Jeans Gray
$248.00
Anthropologie
Dolce & Gabbana
Cotton Stretch Denim Skirt - Gray
$219.93
Italist
Frame Denim
The Everyday Denim Shorts
$198.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Carhartt Work in Progress
Brandon Jeans - Blue
$190.87
Italist
Veronica Beard
Zora Denim Mini Skirt
$248.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Diesel
Jeans - Blue
$212.24
Italist
Mother
The Hustler Ankle Fray Jeans
$238.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Calvin Klein
Barrel Jeans - Blue
$100.21
Italist
Alo
| Denim Knit High-Waist Skirt in Bright Red, Size: Medium
$148.00
Alo Yoga
-40%
Ganni
Mixed Betzy Cropped Jeans in Leopard Denim - Size 24 Organic Cotton
$195.00
$325.00
GANNI
Haikure
Straight-Leg Cotton Jeans - Blue
$234.62
Italist
Carhartt Work in Progress
Jeans - Black
$194.41
Italist
Alo
| Denim Knit High-Waist Skirt in Espresso/Black, Size: Medium
$148.00
Alo Yoga
Carhartt Work in Progress
Brandon Jeans - Black
$202.11
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Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
