Levi's
511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit
Levi's 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit are mid-rise, slim-leg denim jeans crafted from a stretch cotton-polyester blend. They feature a classic five-pocket construction, contrast topstitching, and a deep indigo wash. Designed for everyday wear, these jeans offer a snug yet comfortable fit.
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Material
- Ultra comfortable stretch cotton-polyester blend
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Specifications
Straight fit jeans in deep indigo denim with contrast ochre topstitching and 5-pocket design.
Deep indigo wash, contrast topstitching, 5-pocket design, stretch cotton-polyester blend
- Color
- Deep Indigo · blue
- Material
- Ultra comfortable stretch cotton-polyester blend
- Secondary
- polyester, elastane
- Style
- casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- Deep indigo denim wash
- Contrast ochre topstitching
- Straight fit
- 5-pocket design
- Ultra comfortable stretch cotton-polyester blend
Product Insights
Levi's 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit delivers a reliable true-to-size slim fit for proportional builds (160–200 lbs) with a 14.5-in leg opening and less than 3% shrinkage, using 88% cotton/10% polyester/2% spandex to provide daily shape recovery lasting 9–18 months and very good color retention, though the indigo surface causes crocking manageable only through proper washing rather than chemical fixatives; at 99 CAD it undercuts premium stretch competitors and is validated by over 45,000 four-and-a-half-star reviews since 2010.
Verified claims
- Body type fit
- Best for 160–200 lb proportional builds; larger thighs need size up or 541.
- Fabric performance
- 88% cotton/10% polyester/2% spandex provides daily shape recovery and under 3% shrinkage; elastic recovery lasts 9‑18 months.
- Sizing accuracy
- Tag waist matches actual waistband, eliminating vanity‑sizing guesswork.
- Shape retention
- The 2% elastane stretch holds its shape for 9-18 months and recovers daily.
- Crocking cause
- Indigo sits on the yarn surface, causing crocking but enabling fade.
- Crocking management
- Manage crocking by washing inside-out in cold water on a gentle cycle with mild detergent and air drying away from direct heat; a pre-wear cold-water vinegar soak helps lift loose dye, and chemical fixatives like Retayne do not work.
- Color retention
- Levi's 511 dark-wash jeans have very good color retention.
- Price competitiveness
- At 99 CAD, the 511 undercuts premium stretch competitors like NEUW Lou ($229) and DU/ER ($94-129 USD).
- Track record
- Levi's flagship slim cut since 2010, validated by 45,000+ 4.5-star Amazon reviews.
- Fit reliability
- True-to-size fit with a 14.5-in leg opening and sanforized (pre-shrunk) fabric that typically shrinks less than 3% in length when washed cold and tumble-dried low; best for proportional builds (160–200 lbs).
- Durability
- Shape retention lasts 9-18 months; dark wash holds color well; stretch recovers without bagging.
- Front rise
- For a size 32 waist, the front rise including the waistband measures approximately 10.5 inches.
- Thigh width
- At a tagged 33-inch waist, the 511's thigh measures roughly 17 inches, about half an inch narrower than the 502 Regular Taper and substantially trimmer than the 501.
Product record
- Title
- 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit
- Brand
- Levi's
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 15 sourcesUses
Everyday jeans with comfortable stretch
A slim, straight-fitting pair for daily wear, with a stretch cotton-polyester blend that gives comfortably for sitting, walking, and moving around all day while holding its shape. The dark indigo wash works for a range of everyday settings. Keep in mind that one reviewer notes the standard stretch, while comfortable, can bag at the knee faster over time.[1,5,6]
Choosing the 511 for a slim or proportional build
This slim jean is best suited to thinner builds, with the cut working for men roughly 160 to 200 pounds who are proportionally built. If you carry most of your weight in your chest and shoulders with slim legs, it should fit the lower half correctly. Be aware it can pinch if you carry weight in your thighs, and on fuller seats it may show drag lines under the back pockets or strain at the yoke if the top block is too small.[1,2,4]
Slim stretch jeans with a known lifespan for shape retention
One reviewer's experience with the 511 stretch denim suggests the stretch pairs last roughly nine to eighteen months before the elastane starts losing recovery. Once the fabric loses its shape, the slim silhouette can read sloppy even when the denim itself still has wear left in it. This is reported long-term wear feedback, not a guarantee for every pair.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit: Choose this if you want a slim, straight-legged jean with a tailored fit throughout, especially if you have a slimmer or proportional build (roughly 160 to 200 pounds) or carry more weight in the chest and shoulders than in the legs. This deep indigo pair is an ultra comfortable stretch blend (88% cotton, 10% polyester, 2% spandex) with contrast ochre topstitching, and reviewers note the 511's labeled waist size matches the actual waistband. Be aware that reviewers report the stretch fabric can lose its recovery after roughly nine to eighteen months of wear and bag faster at the knee than other fabric options, and the cut will pinch if you carry weight in your thighs—Levi's points to the 541 Athletic Taper for muscular thighs.[1,2,3,4,5,6,7] | Original 501 Medium-Blue Jean Straight Fit: Choose this if you want a regular, straight-leg jean in a medium-blue pigment wash, with a mid-rise waistband, button fly, and classic five-pocket construction in 100% cotton. It suits shoppers looking for even leg width from thigh to hem and traditional details like copper rivets, golden/tan contrast topstitching, and Levi's signature leather patch and red tab. On the model shown, the seat and upper thighs appear relaxed with the hem resting on top of low sneakers, though that fit appearance is based on a single model rather than a stated fit specification.[8,9,10,11] | 537 Faded Blue Jean Bootcut Fit: Choose this if you want an authentic Western bootcut jean for everyday wear or showcasing cowboy boots — one reviewer found the bootcut subtle rather than overly dramatic and called it the Levi's model that gets pairing with cowboy boots right. It is a regular fit with a higher rise for backside coverage, a quarter inch fuller through the seat and thigh than the 517, in a light faded blue stretch denim (99% cotton, 1% elastane) with Comfort Stretch for all-day wear. Note that one review reports the cut runs very small — plan to size up, possibly by one or two sizes — and that the looseness at the legs can take a few days to get used to if you usually wear slim jeans.[12,13,14,15] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Male model wearing dark indigo straight-leg jeans paired with a matching dark indigo denim jacket, white tank top, black leather belt, and black platform shoes. Visible front view of the jeans with contrast stitching and five-pocket styling implied by visible pocket openings and belt loops.
- Jeans silhouetteFull-length indigo denim jeans with a straight-to-slim leg profile visible from front; legs extend down to cover top of shoes and show a slight break at the hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.34 · w 0.52 · h 0.50 (high) - Waistband and flyMid-rise waistband with visible belt loops and a centered fly seam; top of waistband overlapped by a black leather belt with a metallic rectangular buckle.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.41 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Contrast stitchingYellowish contrast topstitching along the front rise, pocket edges, and side seams that is clearly visible against the dark indigo denim.
- Front pocket detailRight front pocket opening visible with hand partially placed in left front pocket; coin pocket area is partially visible under jacket hem.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Denim jacket (upper body)Dark indigo denim jacket with pointed collar, front button placket with visible metal buttons, two chest flap pockets with visible topstitching, and slightly cropped hem ending near the waistband of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.09 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high) - White tank topWhite ribbed tank top visible underneath the open jacket, occupying the torso center area and creating contrast with the dark denim.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.21 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Belt and buckleBlack leather belt with a polished rectangular metal buckle showing light reflections; belt sits at natural waist over the jeans waistband.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.44 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high) - ShoesBlack leather platform shoes with chunky soles and visible eyelets and laces; shoes extend under the jeans hem and cast a shadow on the floor.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a standing male model against a plain light gray wall with soft shadows. Model is posed with legs crossed at the ankles and one hand in a pocket; lighting is even and slightly directional from the right, producing a shadow to the left of the model.
- Pose and compositionFull-body vertical studio composition showing the model leaning slightly against a wall with left leg crossed over right at the ankles and head turned to the model's left.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth, even light gray wall background with a soft shadow cast to the viewer's right of the model indicating slightly directional studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit photograph with crisp detail and no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
deep indigo· jeans fabric#1D1D2Adark indigo· denim jacket#1E233Awhite· tank topblack· belt#0E0D14black polished· shoes#0D0D0E- Jeans silhouetteFull-length indigo denim jeans with a straight-to-slim leg profile visible from front; legs extend down to cover top of shoes and show a slight break at the hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of a pair of dark indigo denim jeans shown on a model from waist to shoes; visible five-pocket construction with contrast yellow stitching, metal rivets and button, slim straight leg silhouette.
- Overall viewFront-facing view of jeans on a model from mid-waist down to shoes, showing full front leg panels and front rise.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.86 (high) - Denim materialUniform dark indigo denim fabric with a smooth, slightly textured weave appearance and minimal visible fading.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.80 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsWaistband with five belt loops visible across front and sides; topstitching along waistband edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Front pockets and coin pocketTwo curved front pockets with a small coin pocket inside the right front pocket; pocket openings reinforced with contrast stitching.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.14 (high) - Metal hardwareCircular metal top button at the waist and small round metal rivets at pocket stress points, both metallic silver in appearance.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.07 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (medium) - Contrast stitchingVisible double and single topstitching in a golden yellow thread around pockets, fly, waistband and hem.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.56 · h 0.80 (high) - Fly and seam detailCenter front fly seam visible with vertical stitch line running down each leg; inner leg seams visible on both legs.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.16 · h 0.66 (high) - Leg silhouetteSlim straight leg profile that tapers slightly from thigh to ankle with minimal break at the hem.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.70 (high) - Hem detailSingle-fold hem with visible yellow topstitching around ankle opening.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Model occlusionModel hands partially visible at sides and a white tank top partly visible above the waistband, occluding a small area of the waist.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jeans against a light neutral background; flat even lighting with soft shadow on the right side; cropped above the model's waist and including shoes.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray studio background with subtle shadow cast to the right of the model, even diffuse lighting on the product.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Supporting propsModel is wearing black leather shoes that contact the floor; shoes are visible but are not part of the product being analyzed.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Shot compositionVertical centered crop showing front of garment from mid-waist to shoes; slight space at left and right sides.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the jeans with clear texture and stitch detail; no motion blur.
Colors
deep indigo· denimgolden yellow· topstitching#C4C4C4metallic silver· metal hardware- Overall viewFront-facing view of jeans on a model from mid-waist down to shoes, showing full front leg panels and front rise.
- 03
Product
Rear view of dark indigo denim jeans showing back waistband, two back patch pockets with arcuate stitching, a small red fabric tab at the right pocket seam, and a tan rectangular leather patch on the right rear waistband.
- Rear silhouetteFull rear view of straight legs from waist to shoes; jeans sit at the natural waistline and fall straight down with slight taper toward the ankle.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.90 (high) - Denim fabricUniform deep indigo denim with minimal visible fading or whiskering on the back panels and legs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high) - Back patch pocketsTwo rectangular back patch pockets with angled lower corners and double-row contrast topstitching; each pocket has a stitched arcuate (double-curve) design in contrast thread.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high) - Contrast stitchingVisible double-row topstitching and pocket stitching in a yellow/gold contrast thread against the dark indigo denim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.76 (high) - Red fabric tabSmall vertical red fabric tab sewn into the right back pocket seam at the pocket outer edge.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.02 · h 0.05 (high) - Waistband patchRectangular tan leather or faux-leather patch sewn onto the right rear of the waistband, embossed with a multi-element logo or graphic.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Center back seam and yokeVisible center back seam running down from the waistband and a shallow yoke seam above the pockets creating the back fit shaping.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.10 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem and ankleSimple single-fold hem finished with contrast stitching; hem rests on top of the shoes with slight break.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.84 · w 0.58 · h 0.12 (high) - Leg creasingMinimal creasing visible at the back of the knees and lower leg, consistent with rigid or raw-styled denim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.40 · h 0.34 (medium) - Red tab text“LEVI'S”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.02 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear against a plain light gray background; model wearing black leather loafers and a white tucked shirt. Even lighting with soft shadow on the background to the right.
- Shot compositionFramed as a full-length rear studio shot from waist to shoes, centered horizontally with even margins above and below.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth light gray background with a soft shadow cast to the right of the model.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 1.00 (high) - Model visible partsModel's hands and lower arms are visible at the sides, and a portion of a tucked white shirt is visible at the top of the waistband.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high) - FootwearBlack polished leather loafers with chunky black soles visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.42 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting qualitySoft, even studio lighting producing low-contrast shadows and clear visibility of fabric texture and stitching.
Colors
deep indigo· denimyellow-gold· topstitching#B4B4B4tan leather· waistband patch#BD9986true red· pocket tabblack· shoes (product-worn)#0D0D0E- Rear silhouetteFull rear view of straight legs from waist to shoes; jeans sit at the natural waistline and fall straight down with slight taper toward the ankle.
Variants
10 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4238085 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 29-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4238086 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 30-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4238088 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 31-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4238089 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 32-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4283582 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 32-34 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4238091 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 33-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4238093 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 34-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4283584 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 34-34 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4238095 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 36-32 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
| 4283585 | 511 Deep Indigo Jean Slim Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - 36-34 | CA$99.00 | Yes |
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