The Levi’s 511 is a sleek, contemporary, slim-fitting jean. These jeans provide a slender silhouette without going overboard with skinny pants. They’re ideal for people who prefer a tailored ...

Though the reasoning for the numbering remains a mystery, Levi’s used it as the foundation for styles to come: the 505, 511 and so on. After World War II, the humble cotton pants transitioned ...