Review by C. Guinn for Levi’s Men’s 550 Relaxed Fit Jean, Dark Stonewash, 34×32
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Overall, I’ve been getting more and more disgusted when I purchase jeans. I mean, I’m not a teenager so I am simply not interested in torn up, faded jeans that cost as much as a car payment. I also have seen the trend towards really thin fabrics, like jeans are just for looks, and durability is no longer something that is high on the list of desirable qualities. The Levis brand is one that I feel like I can always come back to and have a decent sense of what I’ll get. I will say that the fabrics have gotten thinner over the years, but are still generally thicker and better manufactured than the other jeans I have tried. I have ordered two pairs of the 550s (Med stonewash) and have been pleased with the color. We have a relaxed dress environment at work and I can wear them without looking like I’m trying to emulate the style of a 15 year old.

Review by Teacherman for Levi’s Men’s 550 Relaxed Fit Jean, Dark Stonewash, 34×32
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I never thought I’d look for another jeans manufacturer, but the last two pair of Levis left me unable to draw any conclusion other than that the company has allowed its standards to fall drastically in the last five years. I put up with seams that gave way and sewed them back; with pockets that couldn’t hold a set of keys without ripping; with button seams that frayed. But on each of the last two pair I purchased, the belt loops popped off at the slightest pull. And Levis have reduced the number of loops from 7 to 5. It’s too bad. They always used great material that feels great after a break-in period. But at $30-$50 a pop, they’re no longer worth it. The break-in period becomes a broke period. So long Levis.

Review by Great Faulkner’s Ghost for Levi’s Men’s 550 Relaxed Fit Jean, Dark Stonewash, 34×32
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The fit on these “relaxed” jeans is just that–relaxed but not loose. Compared to other manufacturers relaxed fit jeans, these are less full than you might expect. I find them to be something like a cross between the classic “regular” fit zipper fly 505, and the slightly wider thigh fit of the 501 button fly Levi’s. In other words, they are somewhat fuller in the seat and thighs, but not much fuller in the waist. They are good looking, and have a slight taper to the leg. Because of the taper, they get pretty narrow near the ankle so you want to order your exact size–these are not jeans to roll up the cuffs.

Review by Lee Cattell for Levi’s Men’s 550 Short , Light Stonewash, 36
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I was so happy to find some shorts at this time of year I needed them so much