We have a decided bias towards items that mix the right amount of retro styling with something new and fresh, and that's exactly what Levi's Capital E line is all about. They use techniques dating back more than 100 years such as hand-placed back pockets, single sway needle stitching, and chain stitched hems, and then combine those with modern cuts and styles — like the Stacked Skinny Jeans ($180). These low rise, slim-fitting straight legs are intentionally cut way too long to cause buckling and stacking at the hem and above. Since the stacking balances out the bottom in a similar fashion to a boot-cut, they allow different body types to dress like a skinny rock star, even if they aren't quite there yet. An awesome pair of jeans.

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