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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DIDU
One-shoulder denim jumpsuit Purple
$444.00
$887.00
Mytheresa
Twik
Womens Baggy low-rise jean House fit Purple
$69.00
Simons
-40%
7 For All Mankind
Midrise bootcut jeans Purple
$151.00
$252.00
Mytheresa
-80%
Palm Angels
Denim shorts Purple
$110.00
$554.00
Yoox
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
Stone Island
Compass poplin shoulder bag Black
$430.00
Mytheresa
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cotton baseball cap Green
$105.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Versace
Tribute Medusa stud earrings Yellow
$460.00
$575.00
Mytheresa
Stone Island
Compass poplin shoulder bag Black
$430.00
Mytheresa
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cotton baseball cap Green
$105.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Versace
Tribute Medusa stud earrings Yellow
$460.00
$575.00
Mytheresa
-47%
Drake's
Scarves Blue
$51.00
$97.00
Yoox
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.
-74%
GCDS
Handbags Green
$126.00
$486.00
Yoox
Lastframe
mini Obi tote bag - women - Fabric - One Size - Pink
$380.00
FARFETCH
Medea
Hanna small tote bag - women - Leather - One Size - Yellow
$660.00
FARFETCH
AllSaints
Allington Metallic Leather Tote Bag Silver
$299.00
AllSaints
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7 For All Mankind
Denim shirt dress Blue
$291.00
$415.00
Mytheresa
-31%
Miiyu
Womens Polar-fleece lined denim robe Blue
$129.95
$189.00
Simons
-40%
7 For All Mankind
Denim midi dress Blue
$246.00
$410.00
Mytheresa
A.P.C.
A. p.c. Denim Mini Dress Blue
$336.00
Eraldo
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
-40%
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
High-rise boyfriend jeans Blue
$202.00
$336.00
Mytheresa
-40%
7 For All Mankind
Bootcut high-rise bootcut jeans Blue
$183.00
$305.00
Mytheresa
-30%
7 For All Mankind
Mid-rise bootcut jeans Blue
$156.00
$223.00
Mytheresa
-30%
7 For All Mankind
Mankind high-rise flared jeans Blue
$207.00
$295.00
Mytheresa
-30%
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
Legging flared jeans White
$238.00
$340.00
Mytheresa
-30%
7 For All Mankind
Mid-rise bootcut jeans Blue
$235.00
$335.00
Mytheresa
-30%
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
The Legging Ankle skinny jeans Black
$217.00
$310.00
Mytheresa
-40%
7 For All Mankind
Mid-rise bootcut jeans Grey
$191.00
$319.00
Mytheresa
-60%
Rotate
Sequined straight jeans Black
$155.00
$388.00
Mytheresa
-30%
7 For All Mankind
Mid-rise flared jeans Brown
$228.00
$325.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Jet Set
Taka leggings Black
$179.00
$255.00
Mytheresa
-40%
7 For All Mankind
Denim midi dress Blue
$246.00
$410.00
Mytheresa
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Rotate
Straight jeans Silver
$172.00
$344.00
Mytheresa
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli