I’ve said it before and I’ll say again, Levi’s only get better with age, which is saying something as they’re a great jean to start. The more you wear them, the more they look like they were made for you. I recently did a little Levi’s try-on haul over on Instagram and wanted to expand on it here. So let’s get into it.
For reference, I’m 172cm and usually in a 25/26 waist. Sometimes I pop up to a 27 for a super relaxed look. I’m also partial to a stiff denim, which I know is controversial to some, but I just think it looks cooler.
1. 501 Original
Out of the gates, these ones are my oldest pair and my tightest as sometimes you need a little extra shape on the bee-hind. Of course you’re sacrificing a bit of comfort here but they’re the perfect example of a jean molding to you over time as they fit like a glove. They’re a 25×32 and the wash is the original blue.
2. 501 Original (Luxor Last)
Same style as above (sorry I couldn’t dig out a better photo in them) but this time I sized up for a looser fit. These ones are a 26×30 so they’re also more cropped.
3. 501 90s (Light Indigo Wash)
I have multiple pairs of the 501 90’s – its currently my favourite style. The light indigo wash is a softer denim so I’m in a 25 waist here – though I would say they fit more like a 26. This is the 32 length.
Links to this full look are here!
4. 501 90s (Stitch School Black)
In contrast to the above the Stitch School Black denim is extra stiff, so I’m in a 25 here as well but they have a much more snug fit to them. Length here is 30 for a cropped look.
5. 501 90’s (Rinsed Blacktop – Black)
This is my most recent pair of the 90’s and the colourway I’ve been waiting for! I’m in a 25 x 30 here. I’d say they’re very true to size and fit as you would expect.
6. 501 90s (Drew Me In)
These are the most comfortable pair of jeans I own as I sized up to a 27 for an extra relaxed look. I actually wear these at home sometimes instead of discarding them as soon as I’m in the door like I do with every other pant I own. I went for the 32 in length here.
7. 501 Original Men’s (Stitch It Out Blue)
501 Original (Stitch It Out Blue)
I love a men’s jean as it looks like you could not have tried less but the style is inherently cool. They’re of course a completely different fit, lacking space for the old hips, so I’m in a men’s 31 x 32. These are a Saturday staple for me, paired with a chunky knit and comfy sneaker.
So there you have it, my Levi’s jean collection ( and counting). If you are after a vintage-inspired fit, a relaxed weekend look, or that classic, timeless pair of jeans you’ll reach for year after year, Levi’s has you covered.
And as always, if you’ve got any questions or need help choosing the right fit, feel free to ask me. I’ve tried them all, after all!