First and foremost, Levi’s undoubtedly are, and have been for over a century, the go-to brand when it comes to denim. Their iconic 501 jeans are a staple in the wardrobes of many, and a mainstay in the Levi’s Vintage Clothing collections. This year’s FW collection is no different, with the 1947 501’s featuring heavily: a post-World War II era jean, these reflected a noticeable shift from more conservative styles of dress. However the inspiration for the collection derives from decades later, the 1980’s, and more specifically the underground music scene that was taking place in Louisville, Kentucky. Titled ‘Underground Originals’ the collection captures a particular moment in the trajectory of Louisville’s underground music scene when teenagers began emerging from local punk and hardcore scenes and forming bands. Through the collection, Levi’s Vintage Clothing sought to celebrate the artists responsible and the legacy they left behind.
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