Timeless, elegant and sure to turn heads this festive season, StyleNest show you how to do the tuxedo trend in style.
Don’t get us wrong, we love a statement party dress here at StyleNest, but there’s something undeniably chic, elegant and sexy about a woman in a tux.
It’s the classic ‘borrowed from the boys’ look that returns season after season, from Marlene Dietrich’s 1930s take to Yves Saint Laurent’s iconic Le Smoking jacket.
Whether you go girlish in a tux inspired dress or all out in a top-to-toe masculine suit, finish off with a smoky eye and cocktail jewels.

Minaudiére With Metal Rim Box Clutch
A sleek and simple box clutch is all you need to finish off the tuxedo look. Look for classic clean lines and metal detailing like Zara’s Minaudiére clutch.


Each X Other Satin-Trimmed Velvet Tuxedo Blazer
Channel a masculine vibe with sharp tailoring and dandified, rich velvet. Pair this statement look with an envelope clutch and sheer black blouse for unexpected evening attire.
Trousers, £269


Mango Tuxedo Style Jumpsuit
A jumpsuit is this season’s ticket to party style. Team this androgynous look with minimalist sandals and a glittery box clutch.


Vanessa Bruno Ivory Tuxedo Jacket
Sling this masculine tux over everything from an LBD to a tailored jumpsuit for nonchalant cool-girl dressing.


Chain Rhinestone Necklace
Nod to masculine accessorizing with this chain detail necklace. It’ll add a disco finish to a white shirt and tux.


Equipment Hunter Silk Tuxedo Shirt
A tuxedo shirt is a wardrobe investment. Pair with sequin trousers and pointed courts for a mannish take on cocktail dressing.


French Connection Tuxedo Sequined Leggings
Head for high shine party wear with French Connection’s show stopping sequined trousers. With a black tuxedo stripe down each side, they’ll look just the part paired with a masculine white shirt and cropped tux jacket.


3.1 Phillip Lim Tuxedo Dress
A girlish take on the tux trend, Phillip Lim’s monochrome dress is the perfect party piece investment for the festive season. Pair with ankle strap sandals and a sultry, smoky eye.


Diane Von Furstenberg Bianca Pumps
The classic pointed toe court is given evening elegance with a black mesh panels. Pair with everything from a tuxedo inspired dress to classic cigarette pants and a masculine blazer.


Autograph Opaque Diamanté Ring
With an antique feel, this statement cocktail ring will add a dramatic opulence to your tuxedo look.
