Jeans · US
Ribcage Straight Ankle Jeans
Embodies The Modern Straight-Leg and The Polished Dark Wash themes with its extra-high rise and classic straight silhouette.
Product signals
- Brand
- Levi's
- Source
- brand_models
- Key features
- Extra-high rise · Straight leg · Ankle length
- Source mentions
- Who What Wear, InStyle, Vogue (US Edition), Harper's BAZAAR (US Edition)
Specification variants
3 static directions are available for this theme.
value-oriented
High-Rise Comfort-Stretch Straight Jean
- Overall Fit
- Slim fit through hip and thigh.
- Rise Style
- High Rise.
- Leg Style
- Straight Leg.
- Length
- Ankle Length.
- Front Rise
- Approx. 11 inches.
- Inseam
- 27 inches.
- Leg Opening
- Approx. 16.5 inches.
- Fabric Type
- Stretch Denim.
- Material Blend
- 75% Cotton, 23% Polyester, 2% Spandex.
- Fly
- Zip fly.
- Pockets
- 5-pocket styling.
- Stitching
- Tonal stitching; simplified back pocket design.
- Waistband
- Belt loops with a polyurethane (PU) back patch.
- Hardware
- Standard metal-alloy buttons and rivets.
Differentiation is achieved primarily through accessibility and comfort, targeting a value-conscious shopper. The material is a high-stretch blend with more polyester and spandex, ensuring a forgiving, easy fit for a wider range of body types and prioritizing comfort over denim authenticity. To manage costs, it features a zip fly instead of a button fly, simplified pocket stitching, and a basic PU patch, clearly distinguishing it from the more detailed, branded reference product. The slightly lower 11-inch rise makes it less extreme and more approachable for the mass market.
mid-tier
Ultra-High Waist Soft-Drape Straight Jean
- Overall Fit
- Slim through the hip, relaxing to a straight leg.
- Rise Style
- Super High Rise.
- Leg Style
- Straight Leg.
- Length
- Ankle and Full Length options.
- Front Rise
- Approx. 12 inches.
- Inseam
- 27 inches and 29 inches.
- Leg Opening
- Approx. 17 inches.
- Fabric Type
- Soft-drape stretch denim.
- Material Blend
- 70% Cotton, 20% TENCEL™ Lyocell, 8% Polyester, 2% Elastane.
- Fly
- Button fly.
- Pockets
- 5-pocket styling.
- Stitching
- Proprietary, unique embroidery on back pockets.
- Waistband
- Belt loops with a premium Jacron (paper-based) back patch.
- Hardware
- Custom-branded buttons and rivets with a matte finish.
This jean differentiates itself by focusing on a superior "soft and drapey" hand-feel, a noted emerging trend. The use of a TENCEL™ Lyocell blend makes the denim noticeably softer and more fluid than the reference product's typical cotton-elastane blends. Brand identity is built through unique, proprietary back pocket embroidery and the use of a sustainable Jacron patch instead of a traditional leather one. This strategy targets a consumer who wants the trendy fit of the reference product but prioritizes a more luxurious feel and subtle, unique branding.
premium
Artisanal Selvedge High-Waist Straight Jean
- Overall Fit
- Slim through the hip with a true straight leg.
- Rise Style
- High Rise.
- Leg Style
- Straight Leg.
- Length
- Ankle Length (designed to be cuffed).
- Front Rise
- Approx. 12 inches.
- Inseam
- 28 inches.
- Leg Opening
- Approx. 17.5 inches.
- Fabric Type
- 14oz Japanese Selvedge Denim.
- Material Blend
- 100% Organic Cotton.
- Fly
- Button fly with donut-style buttons.
- Pockets
- 5-pocket styling with reinforced back pockets.
- Stitching
- Chain-stitched hem; selvedge ID visible on outseam cuff.
- Waistband
- Belt loops with a thick, vegetable-tanned leather patch.
- Hardware
- Custom-forged copper rivets and buttons.
This product differentiates itself by targeting the denim purist and luxury consumer, focusing on material and craftsmanship. Instead of stretch, it offers 100% organic, Japanese selvedge denim, which is prized for its durability and ability to develop a unique patina over time. Differentiation is emphasized through elevated construction details like a chain-stitched hem, custom copper hardware, and a vegetable-tanned leather patch. The slightly wider leg opening and 28-inch inseam encourage cuffing to display the selvedge ID, a key marker of premium denim. This strategy moves away from trend-driven stretch and toward heritage, quality, and longevity.