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Jean Pallet Returns, While Levi’s has produced the 501 for 145 years, certain features have evolved and changed over time. The brand now offers the silhouette in stretch denim and in premium denim Jean Pallet Returns. You can also choose between a tapered silhouette and a skinny fit Jean Pallet Returns. All the new iterations aside, I’ve been most curious how the stock 501, the non-stretch Original Fit jean, fares in the modern marketplace saturated with denim styles. So, to see for myself, I got my hands on a couple pairs of off-the-rack 501s to explore how the most iconic jean stands up in the 21st century. Buy Jean Pallet

Levi’s 501 Review
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On the left, a pre-washed pair from Levi’s. On the right, a rigid raw denim iteration I grabbed off the rack.
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Key Specs
Fabric: 100 percent cotton
Fastening: Button fly
Style: 5-pocket
Silhouette: Straight leg
Washes: 12
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The Good
This is a time-tested style — Levi’s has produced the design for almost a century-and-a-half. The straight-leg fit is appropriate for almost everyone. Being Levi’s flagship product, the style is widely available and relatively inexpensive. What’s more, it’s a durable pant that should last for years, developing a unique fading over the time. Buy Jean Pallet

Who They’re for
The 501 Original Fit is a no-nonsense jean that is flattering on a range of body types Jean Pallet Returns. It doesn’t pander to fashion trends and has an unabashedly straight leg silhouette. It’s neither skinny nor baggy. The 12.5-ounce denim is appropriate for a range of seasons and the jean comes in a variety of washes to suit your personal taste. Buy Jean Pallet

What to Watch Out for
According to some online reviews, the 501 Original Fit is plagued with manufacturing inconsistencies. As this is Levi’s budget 501 produced at high volume, there are more issues with sizing  Jean Pallet Returns than with the brand’s higher-priced options. Some reviewers found that that listed waist size didn’t correspond to their actual size — my advice: just buy from a site that has a strong return policy. That aside, these are workhorse jeans. Don’t get them if you want some selvedge to show off or if you’re looking for denim with an intricate origin story. Buy Jean Pallet

Alternatives
If you’re not into the straight leg silhouette, Levi’s offers the 501 Slim Taper , which has a taper from the knee to the ankle. Or, if you like the style but you’d rather have a bit of stretch for comfort, Levi’s also offers various stretch versions of the jean Jean Pallet Returns. Want to invest in a Levi’s 501 that is closer to what the vintage models were like? Try one from the Levi’s Vintage Clothing line. They’re noticeably more expensive though. Buy Jean Pallet