Levi’s® Blue Tab™

1980s 501® Original Fit Men's Jeans

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Levi’s® Blue Tab™

1980s 501® Original Fit Men's Jeans

Final Sale: No returns or exchanges.
Sale price is$174.97Original Price Was $186.98Original Price Was $268.00
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About this Style

Levi's® Blue Tab™ is an elevated collection that infuses our iconic denim heritage with traditional craftsmanship. Expect thoughtful details, sharp tailoring and finishes that are rich with character. This is an entirely new shape of Blue.


All the vintage-fit magic. Zero thrift store digging. Our 1980s 501® jeans are based on everyone's archival favorite, famed by big-haired rock stars, celebrities, rebels and style icons around the world. Their easy fit looks and feels effortlessly cool and there are no rules to how you wear them.


  • An elevated collection where time honored techniques meet modern silhouettes for a tailored look
  • Our iconic straight fit jean with signature button fly
  • A blank canvas for self-expression
  • This selvedge denim is woven on a traditional shuttle loom, which gives these jeans a tighter weave for extra durability and creates the crisp, finished edge that sets them apart from the rest.
  • Designed with organically grown cotton
  • Made in Japan with quality materials and superior attention to detail that gives it its own distinctive character—one that becomes more beautiful with time and wear
  • Sits At Your Waist
  • Button Fly
  • Straight Leg
  • Mid rise
  • Straight leg
  • Front rise: 12 1/2",Knee: 17 3/4",Leg opening: 15 1/2",Measurements based on size 32

How it Fits

  • Sits At Your Waist
  • Button Fly
  • Straight Leg
  • Mid rise
  • Straight leg
  • Front rise: 12 1/2",Knee: 17 3/4",Leg opening: 15 1/2",Measurements based on size 32
  • 100% Organic Cotton
  • Denim
  • NON STRETCH
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • Wash your jeans once every 10 wears at most; this increases their lifespan and saves natural resources.Machine wash cold, Do not bleach, Tumble dry medium, Hot iron if needed, Dry cleaning possible, Wash inside out with like colors
  • Made in Japan

Composition & Care

  • 100% Organic Cotton
  • Denim
  • NON STRETCH
  • Button fly
  • 5-pocket styling
  • Wash your jeans once every 10 wears at most; this increases their lifespan and saves natural resources.Machine wash cold, Do not bleach, Tumble dry medium, Hot iron if needed, Dry cleaning possible, Wash inside out with like colors
  • Made in Japan

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Overall Rating

4.8
12 out of 12 (100%) reviewers recommend this product

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Review 1

Made In Japan

a month ago
501 button fly is classic , reminds me back when i was younger. color looks fantastic in person , fit is true to size . im 5'8" / 155 ibs i got W31 X 29 L . I usually get 30 L but there is no more size available & it turned out okay. regular price is $325 and i got it for $109 including tax w free shipping .. 4/9/2026-thanks levis
Q: Size Purchased
A: W 31 X 29

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

True classic!

a month ago
Surprisingly softer right denim, higher waisted than original. Grabbed two pairs.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 32/30
Q: Size Purchased
A: 32/30

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight200-220

Blown away !

2 months ago
This jean is spot on! It’s a stunning repro of the kind of Levi’s I used back in the 80s, but with better finishing and materials. Really blown away by those. These jeans pack everything nice from that era (high rise, perfect thigh space, straight leg but not baggy). Not a deal breaker but if the wash was more like a real vintage wash (they do it in "cheaper” selvedge lines) these jeans would be a dream come true. Anyway, they’re almost the real thing we use to love in our teenage years and without the hassle of buying vintage pairs… My favorite pair so far.
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Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

501

2 months ago
Un jeans leggero ma fatto davvero bene, colore stupendo e taglio perfetto per il mio fisico
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Review 1

80s 501 Jeans

3 months ago
I’ve usually only worn designer jeans but I’m honestly blown away by these. The weight and texture of the Japanese selvedge give them such a premium feel, and the cut is just spot on. They fit perfectly and feel better every time I put them on. Definitely a top tier addition to my wardrobe.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1

Timeless Japanese Selvedge Mij Stream-Blue

3 months ago
Exceptional quality, the Japanese selvedge denim is outstanding, superb colour, textured, and built to last forever. Timeless 501 cut looks perfect. I’m 6’0” (184 cm) and 212 lbs (96 kg). Bought size 36/32, not too tight at all, surprisingly comfortable and roomy. Size guide suggested 42 for me, so these run quite big. Best tip: prioritise seat measurements over waist for this pair. Highly recommend!
Q: Size Purchased
A: 36/32

Yes, I recommend this product.

Reviews 3
WeightUnder 100
Body TypeLong and Lean

"A True Classic Reimagined! Excellent Fit and Qual

4 months ago
"The 1980s 501® Original Fit Men's Jeans perfectly captures that classic vintage style while offering modern comfort. I am very impressed with the quality of the denim—it feels durable and authentic, exactly what you expect from a premium pair of 501s. The original fit is fantastic; it's straight through the seat and thigh but has a slightly more relaxed, period-correct silhouette compared to the modern standard. The light wash with the distressed details (like the rips and patches) gives it a unique, worn-in character straight out of the box. This is definitely a comfortable, stylish, and essential pair of jeans for anyone who appreciates retro denim looks. Highly recommend sizing true to your usual fit!"
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: L
Q: Size Purchased
A: L

Yes, I recommend this product.

Review 1
Weight140-160
Body TypeAthletic

Levi’s 1980’s 501 selvedege jeans

4 months ago
Great jeans, the material and fit are excellent. Comfortable and stylish pretty true to the 1980’s. Why I continue to purchase Levi’s.
Q: Size Usually Worn
A: 32
Q: Size Purchased
A: 32

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1

Un 501 de grande qualité

6 months ago
Parfait , très bonne qualité de toile , un 501 de luxe
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Weight180-200

trop cher mais trop bien !

6 months ago
Mon nouveau Jean's préféré - matière et coupe sont vraiment cool
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Yes, I recommend this product.

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