Levi's jeans: how to choose and distinguish the original?

Jeans are the favorite clothing of most women around the world. And one of the most recognizable and popular brands that specialize in sewing denim clothes is, no doubt, Levi’s.

Unfortunately, such worldwide popularity has led to the appearance of many fakes. If you want to become the owner of the original, you should learn to distinguish fake from the original.

The founder of the brand was born in Germany under the name Leib Strauss, where Jews began to be oppressed over time. Therefore, Leib decides to move to America, and in order to hide his nationality, he changes his name to Levy Strauss, which will later become known around the world.

He sailed to America on a haberdashery ship, from which he got only one roll of canvas. Since Levi had been fond of fashion since childhood, he decided to sew from it very durable and comfortable pants that were relevant for gold prospectors. Trousers were to the taste of miners, so Levi Strauss opens a store in which he sells his signature pants.

The patent brought him not only fame, but also huge profits: 21 thousand pairs of jeans were sold in a year. The first numbered model appeared in the 70s, receiving the number 501. Over time, it became legendary, because even today it is considered a classic, still loved by the whole world.

Absolutely any Levi’s jeans model is known for its perfect fit. Nevertheless, today a large selection of models is presented, having understood which it will be easier for you to choose your ideal pair.

They are distinguished by the legendary straight cut and signature button fly. They have a standard fit and the obligatory presence of five pockets. Most models have a characteristic effect of aging and scuff.

A modified classic model, which acquired perfectly narrowed legs, especially for a female figure. There was also a classic button closure and a straight fit in the hips. Tucked up look like perfect boyfriends that can be combined with any clothes.

Very neartight pants that hug the hips tightly. They have an average fit and a narrower fit along the entire length. They are suitable for owners of slender legs, because the model will allow you to demonstrate your figure in all its glory.

Stylish mid-rise model. Perfectly fits the hips and emphasizes the figure. Suitable for girls with any shape, because a comfortable fit and classic skinny fit is universal.

A universal model that emphasizes your shapes. Mid landing is suitable for girls with any type of figure. Jeans fit around the hips, and slightly loose to the bottom. This is the perfect choice for a smart casual look.

Stylish straight-cut jeans that fit your hips. Emphasize all the advantages of a female figure. A model with an average fit is suitable for the owner of any form. An ideal choice for every day, as jeans fit perfectly with the casual look.

An ideal choice for fans of flared jeans. The mid-rise model runs around the hips, emphasizing feminine bends. Extended legs visually extend the silhouette, making you taller and slimmer. Particularly suitable for girls with full legs who want to hide their flaws.

High-waisted skinny tight-fitting hips. Slim legs extend over the entire length of the leg, and the fit of the fit helps to emphasize a thin waist. The model is especially suitable for girls with an hourglass figure, and whose waist line is clearly outlined.

Depending on the cut, all Levis jeans are numbered digitally. The code is indicated on the leather jeans logo, on the inner label and on a paper tag that attaches to the back of the jeans.

The tag may indicate 01/15/14 25/32 or W25 L32. This will mean the following:

• 715 - model number
• 01 - fabric code
• 14 - color code
• W is the volume of the belt, which is indicated in inches. One inch is 2.47 cm.
• L is the height of the stepping seam.

All female sizes are usually divided into three categories:

• Petite (for girls of short stature) - from 0 to 4 sizes;
• Regular (standard sizes) - from 5 to 22 sizes;
• Plus (for girls with uniforms) - from 16W to 30W.

To find out what size you need, measure the waist and inner thigh, and you will know your jeans size. Another simple way is to subtract 16. from your Russian size 16. So, if you wear size 44, then Levi's jeans will suit you in size 28.

Most Levis jeans have decorative scuffs. Manufacturers achieve this appearance through several procedures.

• First, the product is subjected to a single wash for 15 minutes. This helps soften the fabric and remove excess paint. Also, washing helps with the shrinkage of the thing, so that it sits less during subsequent washings.
• Washing is also done with pumice stones, which in the eighties were replaced with enzymes that act faster. The thicker and heavier the fabric, the larger the size of the stones needed. That is why sometimes in the pockets of new jeans you can find small erased pebbles that fall there during the washing process.
• Then comes the curettage process. It is made manually with emery paper paired with a laser. However, this process cannot be fully automated, since only manual processing allows you to achieve a natural scuff effect and make one pair not like the other.
• For the most worn-out appearance, brushing is used. The part company uses real worn jeans as a model, making the new jeans as similar as possible. Despite the fact that the work is performed by a robot, the process is under the control of specialists, so each product is unique.

The brand has a fairly cheap line of jeans - Levi's Signature. She does not have many branded parts, so we will talk about more expensive lines.

Today, most factories are located in Latin America and Turkey. Therefore, if it is written on jeans that they are made in the USA, it is 100% fake.

All external seams are perfect, and from the inside they are flawlessly processed with an overlock. Protruding threads may be present from the inside, but they are small and rare.

A YKK snake is used as a fastener. At the same time, the company logo is not always indicated on it. But if the lightning of another brand, it’s definitely a fake.

There is a leather label (patch) on the belt, on which the brand name is most often written and the brand name is applied - two horses trying to rip jeans. Today, the label is not made of leather, but of polymer cardboard, but outwardly it should still resemble a leather product.

In female models, it may be smaller and look lighter.

A small flag is always sewn to the back pocket, usually it is red. You can also find white, green or orange. This flag is a trademark of the original Levis jeans.

Rivets are made of copper or nickel, they are rounded and the brand name is applied to them. If you look from the inside, the rivets should have the model number, the same as on the label.

It is sewn on the back from the inside so tightly that jeans can be hung from it. The inscription is embroidered with bright threads evenly and clearly.

Original Levi's jeans cannot be cheap, as they are made from expensive materials and sophisticated technologies are used to make them. Given various promotions and sales, today in the US you can buy Levi's jeans from $ 18, but the average price ranges around $ 50- $ 90.

It is not difficult to choose Levi's jeans by their shape, since all of them correspond to the specified size. You need to focus on the digital code, knowing the volume of your waist, hips and the length of the inner seam. Do not forget about the features of your figure, perhaps a model with a low landing is not suitable for you, or vice versa.

If you have a slim figure, jeans of almost any style and size will suit you.Owners of curvaceous forms need to pay attention to dark denim, abandoning whitened models. The classic straight model fits perfectly on any figure.

Most girls note the durability of Levi's jeans, their wearing comfort and long-lasting preservation of their original color. There is no doubt as the original product, and a variety of models will allow you to choose the perfect model suitable for any type of figure.

Since they fit well, you do not have to suture them yourself. In addition, they look very stylish and expensive, and due to the fact that they are 98% cotton, the body breathes in them, feeling lightness and comfort.