501 '81 Jeans

Levi's

4
(74 Reviews)

Product Details

Give your off-duty look some retro flair in these light-washed jeans by Levi's. Throw on your favorite crop top and feel like you've been transported to another era.

Materials and Measurements

Blue denim (100% Cotton). Jeans. Front button closure. 31" inseam. 10.5" rise. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 25-32.

Model is 5'9 and wearing a size 27.

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (74)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
November 11th, 2023
Classic and cool

These jeans were classic and I wore them several times. There’s not much stretch at all so I would pay attention to the measurements. They are relaxed and incredibly comfortable though.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 157lbs
Browse Erika's reviews
October 29th, 2024
True straight leg

These were a great fit. The buttons were slightly annoying, as there is no zipper, but overall I loved these!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Sondra 's reviews
June 22nd, 2024
Keeping for another period

Perfect summer time wash and comfortable fit, w/o being baggy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Alexis's reviews
April 6th, 2024
Great everyday Jean

Relaxed fit kind of “mom jean” vibe but still cute and flattering fit. I’ve worn this casually and dressed up for work with the blazer.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Renee's reviews
February 4th, 2024
Bought these!

Great classic! Nothing special per se but if you don’t have a pair of good jeans these are awesome! I kept mine

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Kate's reviews
December 14th, 2023
I liked sizing up

I always know to size up a bit on Levi’s, I sized up two sizes on these jeans and it was perfect. They weren’t tight, so they made for a super casual look. Waist wasn’t tight and they were as comfy as wearing sweats out! I loved them.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 107lbs
Browse Kaylie's reviews
December 7th, 2023
Light wash - no rips!

Good pair of light wash no rip jeans. Good mix between straight/baggy. Fit was a little off in crotch area.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Darcy's reviews
December 30th, 2023
Meh

Didn’t do much for me. Also not quite long enough.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Meli's reviews
April 2nd, 2025
Really Nice Jeans

I was surprised at how much I wore these jeans. I didn't love them when I first put them on because I felt like the crotch area was a little funny but I gave them a chance and wore them a lot. Great casual jeans but didn't buy because I didn't feel like they super flattered my figure. Maybe would be perfect for someone with a little smaller hips? Or no mom pooch lol

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Stacey's reviews
August 22nd, 2024
Good jeans

Fit perfectly. This is my second time renting and they didn't disappoint. Not the most flattering picture and not my favorite jeans ever but still really cute and comfortable! (Didn't wear with this top)

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 105lbs
Browse Kimberlee's reviews
January 1st, 2025
I'm Not Sure

Comfortable around the waist with an easy fit. A bit baggy and a bit long. That's the idea though. Sometimes I was "having it," and other times not so much.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Kristin 's reviews
January 1st, 2025
Regular ol' jeans

I got the size 6 before the holidays and thought they looked amazing with a blazer and heels. Over the holidays I got up to my wine and cheese weight and ordered them again in an 8. I think they worked well with my more hourglass figure, but when my waistline filled out with some extra weight to more of an apple shape they didn't work as well. I pulled it off better by rolling them up and pairing with lace-up boots. When styled they look pretty good; with sneakers and a hoodie they reminded me of my 60 year old auntie.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Erica's reviews
December 12th, 2024
If only they were longer!!

These fit nicely everywhere except for the length. I am tall so I expected some shortness but I just couldn't pull these off. I still wore them though but just not where people would see me!!

Overall Fit

Just right

Length

Too short

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Meredith's reviews
August 24th, 2025
Just ok.

Very ‘mom’ mom jeans. I rented these a while ago when I was 10 weeks postpartum and couldn’t dream of buttoning them up even 3 sizes up. These are one size up than my usual these days and they’re tight in the waist but make a pooch, a little long and have no stretch. Like I wore them because I was too lazy to change but I wouldn’t rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Amelia's reviews
April 19th, 2024
I sized up and shouldn’t have

It made them comfy but frumpy. Like them in a smaller size

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Kelsey's reviews
April 4th, 2025
Classic jean

Great style and color. A 28 would have fit me better overall, but the waist on this one can be a little bit tight, and I liked the oversized look

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34G
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
February 27th, 2025
Loved these jeans

These fit very comfortably. I wouldn't say they have much stretch but they were comfortable. If they were a more versatile wash I definitely would've kept them.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Ayleah's reviews
February 7th, 2025
Great fit, but big on me

If you're looking for a baggier fit that falls aaround the hips, rather than the waist, go with your regular size, otherwise size down. Great jeans though. I bought a size down.

Overall Fit

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Alyssa's reviews
October 23rd, 2024
Love these!

Super cute and flattering jeans! Perfect for tall girls!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Janice's reviews
January 19th, 2025
501 jeans

Awesome as usual

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Morganne's reviews
May 20th, 2024
Love these jeans. I’ve been wanting to purchase them from Levi’s but wanted to try them first! 10/10

I wore it with a tank top bodysuit and strappy heels. So cute and super pleased🤩

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Abbey's reviews
April 13th, 2024
Super Cute

These are great, I love the button closure and they are the right width, baggy without being oversized. And were a nice length on me and I’m 5’11” would probably touch the ground for a short person. Considered buying

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Whitney's reviews
March 11th, 2024
Great jeans

I love how these jeans fit, they could be dressed up or down too. Just FYI they are not very forgiving in the waist so consider sizing up if you are unsure or in between sizes.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34I
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Elina's reviews
February 26th, 2024
Great everyday jeans

I lived in these for a while - they're comfy and cute, can be dressed up or down, and I love a button fly.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 8th, 2024
The perfect jeans

Did not know the perfect jeans existed until I put on these pants. They hug me in all the right places and loose where I want them to be loose. Immediate buy

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Patricia's reviews
November 29th, 2023
Comfortable high waist jeans

I wanted to try the new (old 80's) fashion of high wait jeans. I loved these but the fabric was a little heavy and not as soft as I wanted.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Stephanie 's reviews
November 29th, 2023
Love these!

There were a bit tight in the waist but loosened to perfect after wearing more. The high waist was my favorite. Considered buying.

Size worn:
31
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 10"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 200lbs
Browse Jane's reviews
October 26th, 2023
Great fitting pair of jeans

Snug waist/hips/thighs but able to sit without dying. Plus i love the length for my long legs!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
October 16th, 2023
Easy

Easy to dress up or down to pair with many outfits. A little baggy, relaxed fit. I probably could have sized down to 27 for a more fitted look but size 28 was a more loose, comfortable fit.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
30
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Caitlin's reviews
May 21st, 2025
Great jeans

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 142lbs
Browse Azadeh's reviews
March 27th, 2025
Great pair of denim!

I loved these jeans and they were very flattering.

Overall Fit

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 126lbs
Browse Airel's reviews
October 31st, 2024
Solid casual cut

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
25
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Cathy's reviews
May 19th, 2024
Loved this one

Overall Fit

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
March 26th, 2025
Great for tall girls

Top Contributor
Size worn:
28
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Caitlin 's reviews
February 6th, 2025
great pair of jeans!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
27
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 18th, 2024
Solid jeans. Super tight at first but get baggy after a couple wears

Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Catherine's reviews
October 13th, 2024
Super cute and flattering

Size worn:
29
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Olivia's reviews
April 1st, 2024
Love!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Britt 's reviews
January 21st, 2024
Great style

Top Contributor
Size worn:
26
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
November 11th, 2023
Obsessed

Could wear for day and night! Bought a pair!

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