🎭 Culture May 8, 2026 · Grace Ebert

Collaged Denim Sculptures by Nick Doyle Unravel American Mythology

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Collaged Denim Sculptures by Nick Doyle Unravel American Mythology
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Despite its name, the Canadian Tuxedo is a distinctly American look. The denim-on-denim getup dates back to the 1950s, when Bing Crosby sported a full Levi’s ensemble while in Vancouver, setting a sartorial trend that continues today.



The national mythology woven into this utilitarian material is also the focus of Brooklyn-based Nick Doyle, who layers denim atop denim into large wall sculptures. From a pair of aviators reflecting puffy clouds to a vast Rocky Mountain landscape framed by

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