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Why celebrities love Levi’s jeans, plus the best styles to shop now

Levi’s made some of the first jeans ever sold, and for plenty of stars, they’re still a first choice.

Since expanding beyond its workwear roots in the late 1800s, the iconic denim brand’s appeared on plenty of equally iconic people — from Princess Diana and Marilyn Monroe to modern “It” girls like Hailey Bieber and Kaia Gerber.

But unlike many of the jeans for which celebrities regularly reach, you won’t need deep pockets to purchase these popular pants.

Keep reading to explore celebrities’ favorites for fall, including styles beloved by the likes of Taylor Swift, Kylie Jenner and Gigi Hadid.

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Kylie Jenner wore her Levi’s for a summer 2023 Instagram post. Instagram/@kyliejenner

Jeans

Levi’s 501 Straight Jeans ($98)

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From Run-DMC to Marilyn Monroe to Hailey Bieber, a great many famous folks have slipped on the 501 style over the years. The original version hit the market in the 1890s and later became the world’s bestselling item of clothing, per the Smithsonian Institution.

Selena Gomez sported hers in summer 2023, and Kristen Stewart, Elsa Hosk, Sydney Sweeney and Camilla Morrone are all 501 devotees, too.


Levi’s 501 ’90s Jeans ($98)

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This throwback fit is a modern hit; Halsey sported a pair onstage in 2022, while Olivia Wilde and Kendall Jenner wear theirs on repeat.


Levi’s Low Pro Jeans (from $70)

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Amid comments surrounding her shifting style, Kylie Jenner stepped out in her Low Pros throughout summer 2023.


Levi’s Ribcage Ankle Jeans ($98)

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Stars aren’t just living in their Levi’s when they’re off the clock. Taylor Russell put a glamorous spin on this style — which Hailey Bieber also owns — for the Gotham Awards red carpet in 2022.


Levi’s Baggy Dad Jeans ($108)

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Looking to add something a bit baggier to your shopping bag? Gigi Hadid’s worked these jeans into her wardrobe rotation multiple times.


Levi’s Wedgie Icon Fit Jeans (from $63)

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Another iconic style? The Wedgie Icon. Sydney Sweeney wore a pair on-screen in “Euphoria,” while Hilary Duff owns the original version.


Shorts

Levi’s 501 Original Shorts (from $70)

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The 411 on celebrity-loved shorts? The 501 comes out on top. Lori Harvey, Kristin Stewart, Nina Dobrev, Lily-Rose Depp and Kristin Cavallari all own these versatile cutoffs, which Hailey Bieber once modeled for a Levi’s campaign.


Levi’s High-Waisted Mom Shorts (from $22, originally $60)

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Perhaps this is what she meant by “my old faded blue jeans.” Taylor Swift teamed these high-waisted blues with a Levi’s sweater for a TikTok during her “Midnights” rollout.


Levi’s Vintage Shortalls ($98)

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The pop phenom’s closet also includes these shortalls, which she slipped on for a 2021 TikTok.