Try a Trend: Women's Tuxedo

The women’s tuxedo trend trumpet last blew out in 2008 when we saw a fountain of celebrities owning the look. Now, we're in 2012 , we’re seeing the trend make a flashing comeback with a whole lot of mischief, seduction and femininity – but this time it’s different.

Sure tuxedos have been around since men first donned them in 1860′s, and women have been rocking with them since Yves Saint Laurent proposed Le Smoking in 1966. Thanks to him, this androgynous ensemble has now become a womenswear classic and very much a wardrobe staple. Some call it an evening gown alternative, while others have tagged it as sophisticated glamour.

How to wear the tuxedo trend in 2011/2012
This winter, the easiest way recreate this look in your own wardrobe is by playing with it. Here are our tips on how to master the tuxedo trend:
•Investing in a tuxedo shirt is a great way to create the ‘tuxedo’ effect even when worn without a jacket.
•If you want to stand out, stay clear from the obvious interpretation and hunt for pieces in different fabrics like, tweed, cashmere, satin, wool, silk and velvet.
•Another way to stand out is by way of pants that sport a contrast stripe or a trim down each leg. Alternatively pants with wide legs and a cummerbund work the look perfectly, and keep the statement below your waist.


Rock a full on tuxedo (replete with a bowtie à la Eva Marcille) or simply slip on a white tuxedo jacket like June Ambrose or Janelle Monae.

Will you be trying this trend?