Jeans · US
The '90s Straight Jean
Embodies The Modern Straight-Leg trend with its classic, easy-going fit.
Product signals
- Brand
- Madewell
- Source
- brand_models
- Key features
- High-rise · Classic straight fit · 90s-inspired
- Source mentions
- Who What Wear, InStyle, Vogue (US Edition), Harper's BAZAAR (US Edition)
Specification variants
2 static directions are available for this theme.
mid-tier
Vintage-Inspired Slim Straight Jean
- Overall Fit
- '90s-inspired slim straight-leg jean
- Fit through Hips and Thighs
- Fitted through the hips and thighs
- Rise
- High-rise
- Back Rise
- Higher back rise for a contoured fit
- Waist
- Sits high on the natural waist
- Leg Style
- Slim straight leg
- Length
- Ankle length
- Fabric Composition
- 99% Organic Cotton, 1% Elastane
- Fabric Type
- Mid-weight stretch denim with a vintage texture
- Fabric Feel
- Has the appearance of rigid denim but with a comfortable stretch that breaks in with wear
- Closure
- Button fly
- Pockets
- Five-pocket styling with reinforced front pockets for a smoothing effect
- Stitching & Seams
- Contrast stitching details
- Rise (General)
- 11 inches
- Inseam (General)
- 28.5 inches
- Leg Opening (General)
- 14.5 inches
- Available Washes
- Multiple washes with authentic vintage-inspired fading, whiskering, and occasional distressed details
- Visual Attributes
- Features hand-sanded details for a worn-in, vintage appearance
- Washing
- Machine wash cold, inside out
- Drying
- Tumble dry medium
- Country of Origin
- Imported (e.g., Turkey, Mexico)
Differentiates by using organic cotton, appealing to the environmentally conscious mid-tier consumer. Features a button fly instead of a zip fly, adding a vintage and premium detail that distinguishes it from the reference spec. Designed with a slightly slimmer straight leg and an ankle-length inseam for a more modern and tailored take on the '90s silhouette. Focuses marketing on the "vintage-inspired" hand-finished details and the use of more sustainable materials to justify its mid-tier positioning.
premium
Selvedge Sculptural Straight Jean
- Overall Fit
- Architectural straight-leg jean
- Fit through Hips and Thighs
- Snug at the top block, with a subtly curved outseam
- Rise
- Extra-high-rise
- Back Rise
- Higher back rise with a shaped yoke for an enhanced lifting effect
- Waist
- Designed to sit at the highest point of the waist, creating a cinched effect
- Leg Style
- Straight leg with a slight barrel shape that tapers toward the ankle
- Length
- Full length, intended to be cuffed to show selvedge detail
- Fabric Composition
- 100% Japanese Selvedge Cotton
- Fabric Type
- Heavyweight, rigid 14oz Japanese selvedge denim
- Fabric Feel
- Stiff and substantial at first, designed to break in and mold perfectly to the wearer's body over time
- Closure
- Button fly with custom hardware
- Pockets
- Five-pocket styling with selvedge detail on the coin pocket
- Stitching & Seams
- Chain-stitched hem and selvedge outseam
- Rise (General)
- 12.5 inches
- Inseam (General)
- 32 inches
- Leg Opening (General)
- 15 inches
- Available Washes
- Raw indigo or a single-rinse wash to preserve the denim's character
- Visual Attributes
- Clean, uniform wash. The selvedge ID on the outseam is a key visual feature when cuffed.
- Washing
- Hand wash or soak in cold water; hang dry
- Drying
- Do not tumble dry
- Country of Origin
- Made in Japan or USA
Targets the premium market by using superior materials, specifically heavyweight Japanese selvedge denim, which is highly prized by enthusiasts. Introduces a subtle "sculptural" or barrel-leg shape, offering a more fashion-forward and architectural silhouette than a simple straight leg. Focuses on premium construction details like a button fly, custom hardware, chain-stitched hems, and selvedge IDs, which signify high-quality craftsmanship. Specifies manufacturing in countries known for high-quality denim production (Japan or USA) to justify the premium price point and appeal to discerning customers.