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We all want to look good in what we wear, but with fashion trends constantly changing, it can be tough to find fits that are both stylish and comfortable. And while not every look that suits someone else will suit you, it’s helpful to have a reference when trying a style for the first time.
With the comeback of baggy pants in full force, it’s hard not to let your inner teenager out and embrace the trend again. But if there’s one thing about the baggy pants of our past, it’s that many of us have forgotten just how baggy they actually were. So if you’d rather ease back in with something a little more modest, the Levi’s 578 Baggy Men’s Jean is the perfect place to start.
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578 Baggy Men’s Jeans, $49 at Levi’s
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Currently sporting a hefty 50 percent discount on select colors, shoppers looking for a not-too-baggy baggy fit need look no further than Levi’s 578 Baggy Men’s Jeans. At $49, you’re not just getting roomy fitting denim available in a wide range of sizes and colors, you’re getting a classic Levi’s silhouette that will never go out of style.
Made with 100 percent cotton non-stretch denim and featuring a straight leg fit that is baggy through the seat and thigh and sits right at your waist, it’s no wonder shoppers call this pair the perfect introduction to baggier pants. With a front rise of 12 ⅝ inches, a knee of 23 ¼ inches, and a leg opening of 18 ½ inches, each pair is roomy enough for a multitude of everyday uses, from hard labor to running errands, lounging at home, or even hitting the skate park.
At the moment, shoppers can snag this pair online in Dark Wash, Neutral, Tan, Brown Plaid, and Black, with sizes 28 through 42 available, though selling out fast. Once you’ve chosen your waist size and color, you can also select inseams from 29 to 34 inches, all paired with classic Levi’s details like a reliable zip fly and five-pocket styling.
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It’s no secret that baggy pants have been slowly but surely making a comeback, and with winter upon us, it’s the perfect time to give a roomy pair a test run. In a recent online post, @devinmichaels_ calls the Levi’s 578 baggy jeans “a good starting point” for anyone looking to get into baggy denim, noting that they’re “not over the top” and can be worn in “a variety of ways.” While trying on the fit for viewers to see how they look styled with a shirt and shoes, he admits, “I wear them a lot.”
Even in the reviews on Levi’s site, shoppers praise the 578 jeans for not being like “those unflattering baggy jeans of the early 2000s,” instead offering a more “tailored appearance” that looks “modern, not sloppy.” One reviewer even calls them “perfect jeans” with a “perfect fit,” adding that they already own two pairs that they wear all the time.
Whether you grew up a skater boy or you’re just looking for ways to stay on trend without going overboard, Levi’s is always a good place to turn for your denim needs. This casual baggy fit offers a classic silhouette that, with the right styling, can easily transform your wardrobe—even if it only comes out for special occasions. But with the way customers are praising the 578 fit, we have a feeling you’ll be stepping into your new favorite pair.
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