

Six tips to help you embrace the double denim Canadian tuxedo.
Everyone from Rhianna to Gigi Hadid, Selena Gomez to Cindy Crawford has sported the jean-on-jean look — plus, perhaps most famously, Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake, both of whom rocked the fashion world when they sported the groundbreaking ensemble at the 2001 American Music Awards.
And yet, the pairing of these two staples has somehow not made it fully into the mainstream. Sure, some embrace it. But there are still a whole lot of doubters who fear it’s a “faux pas.”
If you’re part of the first group, we’ve got some tips that’ll up your game big time. And for all the hmmm, I’m not so sure folks, we’re here to convince you.
It was 1951. Bing Crosby was at the height of his singing career when he visited Vancouver. After a brief hunting trip, he made his way to the high-end Hotel Vancouver to check in. Not recognizing Crosby, hotel staff promptly turned him away because of his denim-on-denim Levi’s ensemble, which was far too casual and not nearly “sophisticated” enough. It was only when a bellhop recognized Crosby that the “misunderstanding” was remedied. Back in the US, Levi’s was LOVING IT. Designers at the iconic brand proceeded to create a custom jean tuxedo for Crosby complete with an interior leather patch that not-so-subtly read: “Notice to all hotel men.”
Albeit more of a social commentary than a style one, the denim outfit — dubbed the Canadian tuxedo — was nonetheless born.
Otherwise, it’s too “matchy-matchy” (and not nearly as fun). We’re big fans of dark-wash blue jeans on the bottom and light-wash denim up top. Alternatively, go for a different color entirely with a white denim jacket and light or darker wash jeans.
Contrast is the name of the game here, and a distressed, ripped jean look will work wonders to naturally divide the silhouette.
Okay, so this is technically a riff on the classic Canadian tuxedo, but we couldn’t NOT include it. Layer a white tee underneath the jacket for an edgy, street-style, double denim look that’ll take you from brunch to the bar. Together, these denim pieces pair with booties, tall leather boots, or a class pair of leather loafers.
When most people think jean-on-jean, they envision skinny jeans (for good reason). But there are so. many. other. fashion-forward possibilities to play around with, including:
If you have any of these jeans in a high-waisted cut, experiment with a cropped denim jacket.
This button-down shirt, which is woven differently from denim for a lighter, airier feel, looks fab when tucked into a pair of jeans — especially summery white jeans.
Whether you opt for sleek & fitted or maxi & oversized, denim blazers pair beautifully with denim jeans. It’s the perfect business-casual look that, depending on shoes and accessories, can lean more towards workwear or “going out” wear.
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Megan Kitzmiller—
0 →
by Ilina Luthra—
0 →
by Ilina Luthra—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Jacqueline Parisi—
0 →
by Aubrey Wall—5 min read
0 →
by Ola Weber—4 min read
0 →
by Ola Weber—3 min read
2 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—3 min read
3 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
1 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
1 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
1 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
1 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
1 →
by JoAnna Hartzmark—
0 →
by Revelle1 Admin1—
0 →
Ⓒ 2020 Revelle Nation. All Rights Reserved.
Updating your recommendations...
Wait! Love these jeans? Want them in the right size??
Sign up with us first to see our
size recommendation!
Sign up with us first to see our size recommendation!
show comments on this post (0)