The original "tapered" Levi’s 541
Levi’s 541s have been around for more than a decade, since 2014, when they were introduced as an "athletic taper" for those muscular men, or women, who needed a little extra room in the back, but also wanted to show off a sculpted physique.
The fit was created with modern stretch materials, like Levi’s Flex and occasional TENCEL or elastane blends, so the denim moves with your body better.
The waist sits slightly higher at the front to avoid slipping, and because of the stocky nature of the fit, the Levi’s 541s pair excellently with casual sneakers and a collared tee picked up from a men’s clothing sale.
Core profile of the 541 by Levi’s
The core profile of the 541 by Levi's is the athletic-taper it was designed for. You'll find the 541s in a wide range of colours and washes, as well as blends like stretch blends, rigid denim, Big & Tall sizes, and sometimes in seasonal or capsule variations.
As is the Levi's way, the choice of colours and washes is where you'll find your fit. Pick up a pair of heavier, dark indigo 541s, throw on one of these men's designer hoodies and some kicks while you're commuting around the city. Or, grab a pair with a light wash and distressed finish, maybe with a few carefully placed tears, and throw on your favourite shoes and shirt and hit the town. The options here are endless.
Comes down to the wearing and the caring
You can style your Levi's 541s with slim trainers or chunky boots, depending on how you're feeling. Because they come in different washes and styles, you can pair them with everything from vest tops to football jerseys and the in-betweens. Denim on denim works with these Levis, or, you can stick to the classic white tee and high-tops.
When looking after them, wash about every 10 wears unless needed, turn the jeans inside out, use cold water and a gentle cycle, avoid fabric softeners, spot-clean between washes, and air dry rather than tumble-dry to protect the fit and the colour.
