A Casual Double Denim Outfit and a Winner
Happy Tuesday, ladies. Our quarantine is over just in time for gray skies and intermittent showers. I don’t mind the change in the weather because it’s too hot for comfort at home. The California fires are also ravaging the state, destroying homes and causing horrible air quality, even in my area. My husband has packed up our trailer and headed for the hills, literally.
I didn’t plan very well for this trip or pack many clothes for cooler weather. Yes, we drove, but the car was jammed with her bike, dog, etc and I knew I would be flying home so I packed light. The upshot is I’m wearing my denim jacket and this cashmere cardigan to death! I only brought three pairs of jeans, which boggles my mind because I practically live in a great pair of jeans. I see shopping in our future:)
Have you heard of a Canadian tuxedo? According to Levi Strauss & Co, the expression can be traced back to a famous incident with Bing Crosby. He and his hunting buddy were denied a room at a Vancouver, British Columbia hotel because they were wearing denim. Apparently the desk clerk didn’t think he looked high-class enough to stay there… until a bellhop finally recognized Bing. When LS&CO heard about this, they created a special denim tuxedo for Bing, and the expression was born.
I’ve always been a fan of double denim and often wear three pieces. This shirt is technically chambray but let’s not split hairs when it comes to denim:) I’ve got a nice collection of denim jackets but reach for this one more than the others because it has just enough stretch to be comfy and subtle shaping to keep it from looking boxy.
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This is how I rock double denim…how do you wear it?
Love the darker jacket, lighter jeans. I would probably wear a blue and white stripe shirt or maybe a printed blue and white tee.
I am so, so ready for sweater weather. I can’t wait to start making soup, chili, and baking bread . To say nothing of the fall color. The best time of year.I really enjoy fall seasonal decorating.
I also look forward to Halloween, but sadly, this year there will probably be no trick or treaters. Too bad- it’s the biggest day of the year for little kids. The lockdown won’t stop me from decorating the heck out of my house, though, with all the Halloween stuff I have collected for years.
Laughed about the Canadian tuxedo. My late husband called flannel shirts Montana dress shirts. Now ,all you gals in Montana, don’t be offended. He meant that they were appropriate for all events excepting weddings and funerals. ( And possibly even those,) When he died, my daughter had Christmas stockings made for me and her sisters and herself from his favorite flannel shirts. We treasure them.
Best wishes and enjoy your Vancouver getaway.
Penny
I love your Bing Crosby story. I’ve only heard double denim referred to as a Texas Tuxedo – but what do we know (I’m in NJ, very close to NY)? No one around here wants to relate to a Texas outfit – not cool enough for NYers. You, however, make it look non-Texas good. I have a jean jacket that’s lined with flannel so it’s not good for warm weather but I just ordered a lighter one and am waiting for it’s delivery. I so want the 90+ temperatures to go away and for it to be fall; the pandemic robbed us of our favorite summer activities so I’m done with it.
Looking grrrreat Jennifer! Do like and wear ‘blue’ denim but extent of doubling it up is limited on my part. Have a midi dress (sleeveless) and wear it with a coordinating, short-sleeved open cropped jacket that has an accent metal closure (which has proven to be a great traveler). Also have a favourite denim wristlet/cross body clutch (actually a thrift store find) that I pair up with my jeans plus a ‘blue’ denim jacket (lined with contrast blue ‘n white stripes) that I wear with ‘white’ denim ones but that’s about it. To conclude; I much prefer the stone-washed/lighter versions of denim to that of the darker shades that I pretty well only wear when our Canadian temperatures begin to drop. (i.e.: Fall and Winter seasons.)
I love denim anyway you can spin it! Glad you are having a good time and getting a breather from the Sacto heat!!
Hi there
Like your denim look.
3 pairs of pants should do you well. I’m only been wearing 2 pairs of pants this past month – 1 linen and 1 cotton and a pair of leggings!
Check out HOB – thrift boutique – good variety on West 41st Ave (Kerrisdale) – can goggle them for more info on their stock etc.
I saved that to my must copy file. I love the look and since they are so essential. I have all the pieces. Love it. Thank you for so many ways to dress without having to buy new pieces.
Love these glasses on you, Jennifer! Could you please share the brand/style?
Thanks!
My glasses are the brand Aspire. You can find them at many opticians in your area if you google around.