Levi’s 501s Are Back: Here’s an Expert Guide to Sourcing Vintage Jeans

If you looked at those sitting at the front rows of London Fashion Week, you may have noticed a sea of blue. This season, fashion editors and stylists made a decisive case for denim – specifically, Levi's 501 – as their trouser of choice for navigating a packed schedule of shows, presentations, and after-parties.

When it comes to denim, it’s no surprise the 501s are back in favor. Few garments balance fashion pedigree and everyday practicality quite like them. From Marilyn Monroe to Princess Diana and Blondie, cultural icons have long relied on their clean, straight-leg ...