
Levi's
Middy Bootcut Jean
The Levi's Middy Bootcut Jean is a women's denim pant with a bootcut leg, relaxed hip and thigh fit, and a mid-rise waist. Constructed from 100% cotton denim, it includes a zip fly and five-pocket styling. Key measurements are a 10-inch rise and 30.5-inch inseam.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Specifications
Mid-rise bootcut jeans with relaxed fit through hip and thigh, crafted from 100% cotton denim.
Bootcut leg, relaxed hip and thigh, mid-rise, 5-pocket design, zip fly closure.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit, classic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- bootcut leg
- relaxed hip and thigh
- mid-rise waist
- 100% cotton denim
- zip fly closure
- 5-pocket design
- 10-inch rise
- 30.5-inch inseam
Product Insights
The Levi's Middy Bootcut Jean offers a relaxed hip and thigh with a bootcut hem that stays crisp, in 100% cotton denim that stretches with wear and strengthens with washing, built around a 10-inch mid-rise and 30.5-inch inseam that requires cold wash and line drying to limit shrinkage. The core promise is a rare, breathable all-cotton jean that molds to the body over time, but the main tradeoff is a stiff break-in period of about a week and no stretch recovery in the leg opening, demanding precise sizing and care to preserve fit and color.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Relaxed hip and thigh contrasts with standard bootcut's slim thigh.
- Rise
- 10-inch mid-rise balances comfort, stability, and proportion.
- Inseam and footwear pairing
- 30.5 inseam fits up to 5'7, slight break over flats, clean over heels, non-stretch hem stays crisp over boots.
- Inseam care
- Cold wash and line drying limit shrinkage to under 3%, preserving the 30.5 inseam.
- Light wash styling
- Light wash colorway pairs with ankle boots, platforms, red heels, and loafers.
- Zip fly
- Zip fly is faster and less deliberate than a button fly for everyday dressing.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim that is rare, stretches with wear, strengthens with washing, and breathes better than stretch blends.
- Sizing
- Buy snug; waist stretches half a size with wear.
- Shrinkage
- Cold wash and line dry limit shrinkage to under 3%.
- Break-in
- Denim starts stiff, softens in about a week, and shapes permanently to the body.
- Leg opening
- Bootcut hem stays consistent; leg opening does not stretch with wear.
- Wash and dry
- Washing inside out in cold water and air drying preserve the black color.
- Detergent and frequency
- Dark-color detergent, no softener, spot cleaning, and washes every ~10 wears preserve the black color.
- Y2K trend
- Light wash bootcut jeans are a 2026 Y2K revival, not a retro rehash.
- Versatility
- Versatile: pairs with blazers, graphic tees, sneakers, platforms, and dark red heels.
- Durability
- 100% cotton denim gains up to 60% strength after 20 washes; infrequent washing extends life.
- Breathability
- All-cotton twill weave keeps legs cooler in summer than stretch denim.
- Stretch
- Made from 100% cotton denim without any elastane, so it has no stretch and builds comfort through wear instead.
- Color options
- Available in Black and Light Wash colorways.
- Casual suitability
- The relaxed fit and zip fly give the jean an easygoing, modern casual character suited to everyday wear.
- Vintage inspiration
- Inspired by vintage Levi's bootcut styles like the 517, but with a relaxed, contemporary reinterpretation.
- All-cotton rarity
- Only about one-quarter of the world's denim is still 100% cotton, making this jean a rare synthetic-free denim.
Product record
- Title
- Middy Bootcut Jean
- Brand
- Levi's
- Price
- 99.95 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Middy Bootcut Jean: Choose this if you want a mid-rise bootcut with a relaxed fit through the hip and thigh that flares from the knee, in a 30.5 inch inseam with a finished hem. The 100% cotton, medium-weight denim has no stretch, which suits shoppers who prefer rigid denim but may feel less forgiving than stretch styles. It comes in Black and Light Wash in sizes 24 to 31, and the dark version shown features tonal stitching, a zip fly, five pockets, and Levi's signature arcuate-stitched rear pockets with a red tab.[1,2,3,4] | Superlow Bootcut Jean: Choose this if you want a true Y2K-era, super-low rise with a slim hip and thigh that flares into a bootcut leg from the knee, in a light faded-blue stretch denim (85% cotton, 14% polyester, 1% spandex) with a 31-inch inseam. According to an analysis of customer reviews, the thick, substantial denim makes it a solid pick for cooler-weather and everyday wear, though sizing runs small in the waist for some and the inseam is hit-or-miss for petite shoppers (5 feet 5 inches and under), with some needing hemming. Be aware that some pairs have arrived with visible defects like twisted legs, so inspecting on arrival is advised.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
A front-facing full-body view of a model wearing high-waist dark bootcut jeans paired with a short white peplum blouse and black Mary-Jane style flats.
- Jeans silhouetteHigh-waist jeans with a snug fit through the hips and thighs that widen into a pronounced bootcut flare from the knee to the hem.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.42 · w 0.50 · h 0.52 (high) - Jeans fabric and finishMedium-weight denim with an even dark charcoal to near-black wash and tonal stitching along the side seams and center front seam.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.42 · w 0.50 · h 0.52 (high) - Waist and closure areaStandard waistband with visible belt loops and a centered fly seam; front right pocket opening visible with the model's right hand placed near it.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.38 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem detailStraight finished hem at the bottom of each pant leg, falling to cover part of the shoes.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.88 · w 0.50 · h 0.10 (high) - Blouse styleShort white blouse with a wide rounded Peter Pan collar, short puff sleeves, and a gathered peplum hem that ends above the waistband of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.56 · h 0.28 (high) - Blouse construction detailCenter front seam or placket running from the collar down into the bodice; collar edge appears to have a subtle stitched trim.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.15 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium) - FootwearBlack low-heel Mary-Jane style flats with a thin strap across the instep; shoes have a smooth, slightly shiny finish.
2 regions
x 0.29 · y 0.94 · w 0.15 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.92 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible seams and stitchingVertical seam lines visible along the front of each pant leg and contrast visible at the pocket openings and waistband area.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.42 · w 0.50 · h 0.22 (high) - Model interactionModel's right hand rests near the right front pocket while the left arm is placed behind the hip, partially obscuring the left side of the blouse.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot with a centered full-body model on a seamless white background and soft, even lighting; slight floor shadow visible beneath feet.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio photograph with the model centered and facing forward, leaving generous white space around the figure.
- Background and lightingSeamless white background with even, diffuse lighting producing soft shadows under the model's feet and minimal surface reflections.
- Pose and framingModel stands with legs slightly apart; image is vertically framed to include head to feet with slight space above the head.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear focus and natural color rendering; no visible packaging or props.
Colors
dark charcoal· jeans#232324bright white· blouse#D3D5DBblack· shoes- Jeans silhouetteHigh-waist jeans with a snug fit through the hips and thighs that widen into a pronounced bootcut flare from the knee to the hem.
- 02

Product
Front view of a high-waist bootcut denim pant in a washed dark charcoal black with a subtle flare from the knee to a finished hem; visible front pockets, waistband with belt loops, and a center front fly seam.
- Overall silhouetteFront-facing bootcut jean silhouette with a fitted waist and hips that ease into a moderate flare beginning near the knee and widening to a full hem.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.74 (high) - Waistband and closureStraight waistband with visible belt loops and a centered front fly seam; top of waistband sits at or slightly above the natural waist under a cropped white top.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pocketsCurved front pocket openings visible on both hips; pocket bags not visible beyond the openings.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Seam and stitchingVisible center front seam and vertical outer leg seams with tonal stitching that matches the denim color.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.70 (high) - Denim texture and washMidweight denim texture with subtle vertical grain and mild faded whiskering at the upper thigh and hip area producing a slightly lighter charcoal contrast.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - HemFinished single-fold hem visible at the trouser bottoms with matching tonal stitching along the edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Occlusion by model and topUppermost waistband area is partially covered by a cropped white top; hands and arms of the model overlap the left hip area.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing model from mid-torso to feet against a white background; model wears black leather ballet flats and a cropped white top. Even, diffuse lighting with soft shadowing under the feet.
- Shot compositionCentered, straight-on crop from just below the chest to the floor showing the front of the jeans and shoes.
- Background and lightingUniform white studio background with even, diffuse frontal lighting producing soft shadows below the hem and shoes.
- Model stylingModel wears a cropped plain white top and black flat Mary Jane style shoes that are visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.86 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
dark charcoal· denim#2E2E31- Overall silhouetteFront-facing bootcut jean silhouette with a fitted waist and hips that ease into a moderate flare beginning near the knee and widening to a full hem.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of dark washed denim bootcut jeans showing the back yoke, two patch pockets with arcuate stitching, a small red fabric tab on the right pocket, and wide flared legs extending to stitched hems.
- Rear pocketsTwo rear patch pockets placed symmetrically on the seat with visible arcuate double-row topstitching forming a curved design on each pocket.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.17 · w 0.37 · h 0.19 (high) - Red pocket tabSmall vertical red fabric tab attached to the right rear pocket outer seam; printed characters on the tab are too small to read.
1 region
x 0.51 · y 0.18 · w 0.01 · h 0.03 (high) - Back yoke and waistbandHorizontal back yoke seam meeting a straight waistband with belt loops; top edge partially covered by a cropped white top.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.07 (high) - Leg silhouetteTrousers fall from the thigh into a wide bootcut flare with a consistent full-width hem visible at the bottom of both legs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Denim textureMedium-coarse denim weave visible across the fabric with subtle vertical fading and slightly lighter stitch lines around seams and hems.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.25 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (medium) - Hem stitchingVisible double-row topstitching at the leg hems running parallel to the edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot on a white background showing the model from mid-back to shoes; cropped white top and black heeled shoes are visible as staging elements; soft studio lighting produces minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-length rear studio view cropped slightly above the model's waist and at the shoes, centered framing on the jeans.
- Background and lightingEven white background with diffuse studio lighting and soft shadow visible under the shoes and hem.
- Visible propsModel's cropped white top covers the waistband partially and black low-heeled shoes are visible at the bottom of the frame.
3 regions
x 0.27 · y 0.03 · w 0.46 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.90 · w 0.24 · h 0.09 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.90 · w 0.24 · h 0.09 (high)
Colors
charcoal black denim· denim body#232224medium grey stitch· stitching#45444Asignal red tab· pocket tab- Rear pocketsTwo rear patch pockets placed symmetrically on the seat with visible arcuate double-row topstitching forming a curved design on each pocket.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Levi's
Middy Bootcut Women's Jeans
Variants
16 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4480232 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 24 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480233 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 25 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480234 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 26 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480235 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 27 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480236 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 28 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480237 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 29 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480238 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 30 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480239 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Black - 31 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480240 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 24 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480241 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 25 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480242 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 26 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480243 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 27 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480244 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 28 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480245 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 29 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480246 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 30 | CA$99.95 | Yes |
| 4480247 | Middy Bootcut Jean - Light Wash - 31 | CA$99.95 | Yes |