Once again, I find myself seated at the double denim mecca of LA, Coffee Commissary, happening upon yet another amazing Canadian Tuxedo. This time on Jessica Tan, who’s seen above in Mabel jeans, a vintage denim button down, MOSCOT Originals shades, Clare Vivier bag and shoes by Joie.
Oh Canada,
It’s come to my attention that there’s a movement at Toronto Fashion Week to “redefine” the Canadian Tuxedo. Why, I ask, would you ever do such thing? I started this blog after being mocked a few years ago for wearing “Canadian Tuxedo,” a term I had never heard of but was determined to prove this look was indeed fashionable and here to stay. You should take pride in the Canadian Tuxedo as a denim-on-denim ensemble and nothing else.
I have met several Canadians who seem ashamed of the association, while others like Americans, Brits and the Dutch not only celebrate the look, but wear it far more often than your people, and I think would be proud to own the title to Double Denim look, if it’s not good enough for you.
It’s somewhat ironic that historically you have been so opposed to the look, and without that opposition, the “Canadian Tuxedo” may never have been. According to Levi’s archives, the first denim tuxedo was created by Levi’s for Bing Crosby who was denied access to a hotel in Vancouver because he and a friend were rocking all denim.
Defining a “Canadian Tuxedo” as “vegan leather pieces with a touch of plaid” is blasphemy. And Canada, you better watch out: after a recent trip to Amsterdam, I’m certain the Dutch are poised to steal the title.
Don’t be that guy who doesn’t appreciate what he’s got until it’s gone. Because America, the Netherlands, UK … even Japan are all waiting in the wings.
Sincerest Regards,
Gretchen Schneider – founder canadiantux.com
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If you want to see a Canadian Tuxedo in LA, just sit at Coffee Commissary on Fairfax for about 30 seconds and one will appear. It’s not quite as crazy as sitting at Two For Joy in Amsterdam, but as close as you’ll get in the City of Angels. Here is Leigh Ann Souers – with Bob the Dog – in a Levi’s Jacket and Rag & Bone jeans.
I just had to snap a photo of this Canadian Tuxedo (acid wash!!!) with his adorable Bull Terrier pup outside of Bird – Thais Restaurant & Thaise Snackbar before venturing into the seedy maize that is the Red Light District in Amsterdam.
… the Dutch may have you (and the rest of the world) on the whole denim-on-denim front. These were all taken over one cup of coffee at Two For Joy in Amsterdam this morning. And I’m not exaggerating when I say I probably only caught 25 percent of what passed me on camera. I’ve never seen anything quite like it. More to come from the Netherlands. Much more.
Sure I adore denim, but I also love me some Taco Bell. So much so that they invited me – and lots of other Los Angeles influencers – to an exclusive party celebrating the launch of the the new Cantina Double Steak Quesadilla. (Not as exclusive as the last one, but still pretty damn good._
I instantly noticed The Hobbyists‘ Peter Adrian – blogger, actor, model extraordinaire – in this sick Canadian Tux, Levi’s jacket, PAC Sun destroyed denim jeans and a Hanes t-shirt.
I think this guy is my denim and dog soulmate. This is Mark Avery, who we met last year at the same Starbucks in a different Canadian Tuxedo. Mark is seen above rocking some very cool LA brands you should check out including: a denim jacket by Mister Freedom, henley from Rising Sun & Co. and jeans by Simon Miller. Pictured with Mark is his yorkie, Twiggy. Don’t you think Twiggy and my baby Rocco would make the perfect couple?
Yesterday I had the best time ever passing out Gay For America stickers to people at LA Pride (sometimes my job doesn’t suck too bad). Some GFA fans stopped me on my way home in West Hollywood to snap a photo of me in my Gay For America shirt and Gap shorts and jacket. Well be launching Gay For America later this month, but you can get some goods now here. To see all my photos from LA Pride, visit our Facebook page here.
The New York Times just posted some pretty great Canadian Tux looks from around the globe. Check out the full slide show of double denim street style here.
Credit: Mangue Banzima
That's one dope ass Canadian Tuxedo 