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Throwback Thursday: Cowboy CoolThrowback Thursday: Cowboy Cool

Because Levi Strauss & Co. was born in the American West, cowboys were among the earliest wearers of 501® waist…

Blog Entry - Heritage - July 20, 2017

The 80-Year CoverupThe 80-Year Coverup

It’s been 80 years since Levi Strauss & Co. last exposed the copper rivets on the back pockets of our…

Blog Entry - Heritage - July 6, 2017

Showtime in Shanghai: #501Day in ChinaShowtime in Shanghai: #501Day in China

On May 20, 1873—144 years ago—Levi Strauss & Co. and tailor Jacob Davis patented the idea for riveted pockets in…

Blog Entry - Heritage - June 8, 2017

Shirt Tales of a Kentucky Horse TrainerShirt Tales of a Kentucky Horse Trainer

This weekend is the 143rd annual Kentucky Derby, dubbed the “greatest two minutes in sports.” Of course, as we all…

Blog Entry - Heritage - May 3, 2017