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The Levi's 501 Original is the original blue jean, cut straight and slightly loose from hip to hem with a normal-to-high rise and a button fly. It is rigid, mostly cotton denim that breaks in and molds to the body over time, so the first wear feels stiff and the fit settles after a few washes. It suits shoppers who want a classic, durable straight-leg jean rather than stretch, and it is the benchmark other straight jeans are measured against. Rivals offer softer stretch denim and more modern rises, but few match the 501's longevity and resale-proof style.
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Lowest price we've seen: $48.74 on Nov 10 at Target. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.
Owners treat the 501 as a wardrobe staple, praising the sturdy denim, classic straight cut and how it softens with wear. Complaints center on stiffness at first and on sizing that runs inconsistent between washes and colorways.
