This pair has a noticeably more narrow leg opening than 511 (makes 511 seem like a slim-straight leg). Levi’s 512 Slim Taper Jeans To men, these are pretty similar to 531 athletic slims but have a slightly better leg shape because they have more taper from the thigh down the ankle. Levi’s 541 Athletic Taper Jeans

are way too baggy for me and have an uncomfortably impractical amount of material, leading to a heavy, cumbersome feeling. Levi’s 501 Original Jeans It’s also necessary to understand what, exactly, the metrics mean when choosing jeans – be that from Levi’s or another denim brand. As such, we’d like to outline some of the terms that define the jeans, how you wear them, their look, and their feel. While the styles differ from number to number within Levi’s system (without any apparent rhyme or reason as to how they are numbered), you can always look to the following criteria to determine exactly what you’re getting out of any pair of Levi’s jeans. Just keep in mind that these are not the only determining factors, as sizes also vary depending upon seat size, leg opening, and more. Fit Similar to 513, the waist is a little looser; and I could probably size down to 28 in this cut, though if I were going for a looser fit, I’d consider these.For me, they have maybe even too much taper below the knee, at least before hemming. Levi’s 512 Slim Taper These are probably my number one overall choice, all things considered (style, comfort, etc.). Levi’s 512 Slim Taper If I wanted to experiment with looser fits, I’d try the 531 Athletic Slim and wear them cuffed for that nice clean drape.

I’m hoping this article and companion video saves you some time for having to try on every cut, and maybe help you narrow it down to two or three styles to test out yourself. While not ideal for me, these jeans would be my top recommendation for bigger guys looking for fitted but comfy Levi’s. Levi’s 501 Original The images above are not exact; due to the vintage nature of the jeans, colour wash and wear will vary.Leg opening refers to the circumference of the bottom of the pant leg. This measurement helps you determine how wide they will appear at the bottom. For example, a pair of women's skinny jeans typically have a leg opening of 10" to 12", while a pair of flared jeans measures 21" to 27". Fit Ryan has also spent more time in a suit and tie than most guys, so he's well qualified to write about classic menswear, business casual and formalwear. When they're just numbers on paper, it can be difficult to imagine how these measurements fit on your body. We recommend measuring a few of your favorite pairs of jeans and jotting down your ideal measurements. Use your referencesheet— and a measuring tape, if you're shopping IRL—the next time you go jeans shopping. Rise