Editor’s PickLevi's 501 Original Fit Jeans
The original straight-leg blue jean, essentially unchanged since 1873 — a button-fly, mid-rise benchmark every closet should own.
Best for Anyone who wants one honest, timeless pair of jeans that never looks dated.
9.0/ 10 — Rival score
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Why we like it
- Classic straight cut through the hip and thigh
- Honest 100% cotton denim (some washes add a touch of stretch)
- Button fly and the iconic red tab that started it all
Before you buy
- Rigid washes need a break-in and can shrink — size accordingly
- Sits at the mid-rise, not high or low
The quick verdict
The original straight-leg blue jean, essentially unchanged since 1873 — a button-fly, mid-rise benchmark every closet should own.
Why it earns a spot
- Classic straight cut through the hip and thigh
- Honest 100% cotton denim (some washes add a touch of stretch)
- Button fly and the iconic red tab that started it all
Before you buy
- Rigid washes need a break-in and can shrink — size accordingly
- Sits at the mid-rise, not high or low
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