Wrangler
Retro Medium-Blue Jean Straight, Slim Fit
These are Wrangler straight-fit jeans from the Le 31 line, featuring a retro medium-blue wash with ochre topstitching and a five-pocket layout. Made from a stretch cotton-lyocell blend, they offer a mid-rise waist, zip fly, and rear pockets with signature 'W' stitching. The slim straight leg provides a tailored silhouette suitable for everyday wear.
- Color
- Medium-Blue
- Material
- Stretch Cotton-Lyocell Blend
- Style
- retro, slim-fit, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Specifications
Faded medium-blue slim straight jeans with ochre topstitching, made from stretch cotton-lyocell blend.
5-pocket design, stretch fabric, slim straight fit
- Color
- Medium-Blue · blue
- Material
- Stretch Cotton-Lyocell Blend
- Secondary
- lyocell
- Style
- retro, slim-fit, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- straight slim fit
- 5-pocket design
- faded medium-blue denim wash
- ochre topstitching details
- stretch cotton-lyocell blend
- retro style
- Wrangler at Le 31
Product Insights
Wrangler’s Retro Medium-Blue Jean reimagines a 2009 country-music heritage silhouette for everyday wear: low-rise, slim straight leg with a 15-inch opening that narrows 3 inches from the classic Cowboy Cut, crafted from 11.5 oz stretch denim (83% cotton, 16% lyocell, 1% elastane) that is soft and moisture-wicking from first wear. Its ochre topstitching stays bright as the denim fades evenly without harsh whiskers, and lyocell keeps shrinkage under 3% to preserve the slim fit—best for lean to athletic builds, as larger thighs may feel constrained. The lighter weight prioritises breathability and all-day comfort over the durability of heavier work jeans.
Verified claims
- Country music roots
- Launched in 2009 with Jason Aldean; Jon Pardi became face in 2018.
- Heritage details
- Contrast ochre topstitching, slim straight leg, and a 15-inch leg opening.
- Material
- 83/16/1 cotton/lyocell/elastane stretch denim for broken-in feel.
- Leg opening
- 15-inch leg opening narrows silhouette 3 inches vs Cowboy Cut.
- Rise
- The front rise measures 10 3/8 inches.
- Fit
- Slim fit with 1% elastane best for lean/athletic builds; larger thighs may feel tight.
- Inseam
- Inseam lengths from 30 to 38 inches suit various heights.
- Comfort
- Soft from first wear, moisture-wicking, fluid drape, and light stretch for everyday comfort.
- Longevity
- Shrinks less than 3%, retains color, and fades evenly instead of high-contrast whiskering.
- Weight
- 11.5 oz denim is lighter than classic 14 oz work jeans, improving breathability while holding its shape.
- Fade
- Fades evenly and retains color better than all-cotton, without developing high-contrast honeycombs or whiskers.
- Stitching aging
- Ochre topstitching stays bright against fading denim, increasing seam visibility over time
- Shrinkage
- Lyocell content keeps shrinkage under 3%, maintaining original fit wash after wash
- Color retention
- Color depth maintained longer by washing with like colors.
- Care
- Care routine: warm wash, low dry, non-chlorine bleach, low heat iron.
- Fit continuity
- The straight-leg fit has been part of the Retro line since its 2009 launch, so this jean carries an established Wrangler heritage silhouette rather than a seasonal cut.
- Moisture absorption
- The lyocell in the blend absorbs roughly 50% more moisture than cotton, actively wicking sweat to help keep the wearer cooler in warm weather or during long days.
Product record
- Title
- Retro Medium-Blue Jean Straight, Slim Fit
- Brand
- Wrangler
- Price
- 149 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 15 sourcesUses
Showing off western heritage style
Wrangler describes this Retro slim straight jean as made for the new cowboy who rocks his style with attitude, sitting low on the waist to make it easy to show off a favorite belt buckle. The Retro line dresses up the heritage look with contrast stitching and a visible W on the back pocket. One reviewer notes that for a bigger build with thick thighs, the Retro line may be too lean.[1,2,3]
Wearing these jeans over boots
The straight, slim legs fall untapered from thigh to hem, so the hems rest over the tops of boots with a small natural break and slight stacking at the ankle, as shown on the model. That makes these jeans a fit for styling over ankle or low-heeled boots, though the drape shown reflects how they sit on that particular model rather than a guaranteed length on everyone.[5,6,7]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Retro Medium-Blue Jean Straight, Slim Fit: Choose this if you want a slim straight jean in faded medium-blue denim with ochre contrast topstitching, a visible W on the back pockets, and a low waist that Wrangler says makes it easy to show off a belt buckle. The 11.5 oz stretch denim (83% cotton, 16% lyocell, 1% elastane) offers some give, and one reviewer's image notes show a slim but not skin-tight thigh with a straight fall to an untapered hem. Note one reviewer's caution that the Wrangler retro line may be too lean for a bigger build with thick thighs.[2,3,4,5,6,8] | Retro Indigo Jean Straight, Slim Fit: Choose this if you want a dark indigo straight-leg jean with a slim fit, made of stretch cotton denim (99% cotton, 1% elastane) with contrast ochre topstitching and a classic 5-pocket design in sizes 30 to 38. Its low-sitting waist is designed to make it easy to show off a favorite belt buckle, a nod to Wrangler's Western heritage, and a Reddit commenter who owns multiple pairs loves the look and fit. One caveat from that wearer: he found the back pockets flimsy and says the jeans cracked near the pockets, which he attributes to the light, thin fabric and elastane content, so keep heavier items out of the back pockets.[9,10,11] | Original Prorodeo Jean Straight Fit: Choose this if you want Wrangler's original rodeo competition jean in a straight, cowboy fit with a relaxed, untapered leg and a uniform medium indigo blue wash. Its stretch denim (74% cotton, 25% polyester, 1% elastane) adds give, while classic five-pocket styling, contrast topstitching with a W motif on the rear pockets, copper rivets, and a tan leather patch keep a traditional Western look. It comes in blue, in sizes 30 through 38, and as worn the hems rest over the boots with slight stacking.[12,13,14,15] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of medium-blue straight-leg jeans on a model; visible features include mid-rise waistband with belt and belt loops, five-pocket layout, zip fly, contrast stitching, and graduated fading with darker lower-leg shading.
- Overall silhouetteFull-length straight-leg jeans shown on a standing model, with a slim but not skin-tight fit through the thigh and a straight fall from knee to hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.44 · h 0.62 (high) - Waistband and closureMid-rise waistband with visible belt loops and a black leather belt threaded through; metal button and vertical zip-fly placket visible at center front.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Pocket designClassic five-pocket layout with front scoop pockets and a small coin pocket at right front; pocket openings outlined by visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.42 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Seams and stitchingContrast topstitching along outseams, pocket edges, and fly seam, visible as lighter thread against denim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.58 (high) - Denim wash and fadingMedium-blue wash with vertical fading on front thigh areas and slightly darker tone at inner/outer seams and lower leg; faint whiskering near upper thigh and crotch.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high) - Hem and leg openingStraight finished hem that sits over the model's boots with a small natural break and slight stacking at the ankle.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a full-body model against a plain light gray background; even frontal lighting with a soft shadow cast to the right rear of the model.
- Model and stylingMale model wearing a white oversized short-sleeve T-shirt tucked slightly at the front and black leather belt and black ankle boots as styling accessories.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.04 · w 0.60 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and surfaceSeamless light gray studio background and floor with a visible floor joint line near the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.82 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowBright, even frontal lighting producing a soft shadow to the model's right on the background and minimal specular highlights on boots and belt.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.70 (high)
Colors
medium blue denim· main denim#7DA2CBdarker blue denim· lower-leg darker shading#5579A5- Overall silhouetteFull-length straight-leg jeans shown on a standing model, with a slim but not skin-tight fit through the thigh and a straight fall from knee to hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of medium-blue denim jeans worn by a model from waist to shoes, showing five-pocket styling, belt loops, visible button and fly, faded whiskering at hips and thighs, and straight slim legs that sit over low-heeled black leather boots.
- Overall silhouetteFront-facing lower torso and legs of a person wearing straight slim jeans; legs fall straight from thigh to hem with slight stacking at the ankle over boots.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Waistband and closureVisible waistband with belt loops and a single metal button at center front above a stitched fly; top of a tucked white shirt is visible over the waistband.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high) - Pocket constructionCurved front pockets with visible pocket bags and coin pocket seam on the right front; seams reinforced with contrast stitching.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high) - Denim finishMedium-blue denim with lighter faded whiskering and horizontal fade lines across the upper thighs and subtle vertical fading along the leg centers.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Seam and topstitchingVisible double-needle side seams and topstitching in a contrasting lighter thread along pockets, fly, and outer leg seams.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.82 (high) - Hem and ankleHems rest over boots with slight fabric stacking and a casual untapered finish visible at both ankles.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible hardwareRound metal top button and small rivet details visible at pocket corners.
2 regions
x 0.43 · y 0.07 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.11 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of model against a plain white background with soft shadowing; image cropped above the model's elbows and below the soles of the boots.
- Background and lightingPlain white studio background with a soft shadow cast to the right of the model, indicating directional studio lighting from the left.
- Props and stylingModel wearing low-heeled black leather boots that interact with the jean hem; a tucked white shirt is visible at the waist.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - CroppingImage cropped at mid-torso and just below boot soles so head and full feet are not fully shown.
Colors
medium faded blue· denim body#7B9CC3light tan stitching· topstitchingantique silver metal· metal hardware#7392B4- Overall silhouetteFront-facing lower torso and legs of a person wearing straight slim jeans; legs fall straight from thigh to hem with slight stacking at the ankle over boots.
- 03
Product
Rear view of medium-blue denim jeans on a model showing back pockets with 'W' stitching, yoke, belt loops, rivets, and stacked hems; visible wear fading and contrast topstitching.
- Rear pocket shapeTwo rear patch pockets with angled bottom corners and a pronounced double-row zigzag 'W' style topstitch across each pocket.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.15 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Pocket rivetsSmall metal rivets visible near the top outer corners of the rear pockets.
2 regions
x 0.53 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high) - Leather patchRectangular leather patch sewn to the waistband on the right rear side above the pocket.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsVisible waistband with multiple belt loops; center back loop and side loops visible where the shirt is tucked slightly.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Seat and yoke seamHorizontal yoke seam across the upper rear connecting the waistband to the seat panels, visible fade along the seam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.13 · w 0.44 · h 0.09 (high) - Denim wash and fadingMedium-blue denim with lighter faded areas on the seat, back of knee region, and vertical subtle whiskering along the back of thighs.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.22 · w 0.32 · h 0.62 (high) - Outseam stitchingVisible contrast topstitching along the outer leg seam running from waist to hem on both legs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.24 · w 0.16 · h 0.58 (high) - Hem and stackingSlight stacking and fold at the bottom hems resting over the tops of boots, showing casual length beyond ankle.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.82 · w 0.78 · h 0.16 (high) - Model posture and handsModel standing with weight shifted to the left leg and hands placed near or in the back pockets, partially obscuring pocket tops.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot cropped at mid-torso with white background, even lighting, and visible black boots; image includes model shadow at center.
- Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, even studio lighting producing soft shadow behind the legs.
- Visible footwearBlack leather ankle boots with a low heel visible under the jeans hems on both feet.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.84 · w 0.84 · h 0.16 (high) - Image crop and framingImage framed to show the model from mid-back down to shoes; upper torso is partially cropped and the shirt is visible tucked into the waistband.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow cast on the white backdrop centered between the legs and extending downward.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.34 · w 0.24 · h 0.54 (medium)
Colors
medium blue denim· denim body#7B9DCAtan topstitch· topstitching#AAAAAEmedium brown leather· leather patchcopper· pocket rivets#7D8DA6- Rear pocket shapeTwo rear patch pockets with angled bottom corners and a pronounced double-row zigzag 'W' style topstitch across each pocket.