Levi's 501 Original Jeans

Levi Strauss & Co. is a globally recognized American clothing company that became synonymous with denim jeans. Founded in San Francisco in 1853, the brand revolutionized workwear in 1873 when Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis received a patent for copper-riveted waist overalls, creating what we now know as blue jeans.

Today, Levi's maintains a diverse global supply chain, with manufacturing taking place in multiple countries including China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Mexico, after the company phased out its domestic US manufacturing plants in the early 2000s. The brand remains under the control of the descendants of the founder's family.

As a pioneer in the fashion industry, Levi’s has evolved from industrial workwear to a lifestyle staple. Its ownership structure remains centered in the United States, keeping its heritage closely tied to its San Francisco roots while operating as a publicly-traded entity on the New York Stock Exchange.