Levis 513 Jeans Review (How Mine Fit w/ Photos)


This is a Levi’s 513 jeans review. The 513 jeans are slim-straight jeans that fit slim above the knee, and straight below the knee. I will use photos of the 513 jeans that I own. If you are shopping for Levi jeans, here’s what you need to know about some of the most popular options:

  • Levis 501 Original Jeans – This is one of Levi’s most iconic styles. These jeans are similar to the 513 jeans in that they show some shape in the thighs, and have a straight cut below the knee. The 501 jeans will be a bit looser in the thighs than the 513 jeans.
  • Levi’s 511 Men’s Jeans – The 511 jeans are a very popular style. These are true slim fit jeans that fit slim from the hips down through the ankle. The fit above the knee is the same as the 513, but the 511 jeans will be slimmer below the knee than the 513 jeans.
  • Levi’s 514 Men’s Jeans – These jeans have a classic straight cut. These will be looser than the 513 jeans, but these aren’t relaxed jeans. They are a sort of in between fit that is perfect for guys who want to show some shape, but don’t want anything that is uncomfortably tight.
  • Levi’s 527 Men’s Jeans – The 527 jeans are slim boot cut jeans. These are very similar to the 513 jeans, only the leg opening is bigger. The 527 jeans are slim above the knee, then widen to a boot cut below the knee. Perfect for workers.
  • Levi’s 513 Men’s Jeans – These are slim-straight jeans that will be slim above the knee and straight below the knee. We review these jeans in this article.

In this article we will focus specifically on Levi’s 513 jeans. The 513 will have a slim fit through the hips and thighs, and widen a bit below the knee to a straight leg opening. If you want to read about other options, visit my article that discusses Levi’s slim fit jeans.

This review will focus mainly on these subjects:

Levi’s 513 Review:

  • How do Levi’s 513 jeans fit?
  • Do Levi’s 513 jeans shrink?
  • Do Levi’s 513 jeans last?
  • Levi 513 alternatives
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513 Jeans
FitSlim-Straight
Leg Opening 15.75″
SitsBelow Waist
FlyZip

How Do Levi’s 513 Jeans Fit?

The 513 jeans are a slim-straight fit jeans that fit snug through the hips and thighs, then loosen out to a straight fit below the knee. These jeans are a sort of hybrid between Levi’s 511 and 514 jeans.

If you prefer a slim fit, but don’t like skinny jeans, the straight fit below the knee in these 513 jeans takes away any notion of “skinny”. It also has a wider leg opening than normal slim jeans so that you can pair it with a wider variety of shoes.

What Size to Order?

In my experience, the 513 jeans have a true-to-size fit, meaning both the waist size and the length fit as expected. I ordered my normal sizing. Expect these jeans to be fitted through the thighs and hips. If you are naturally in-between sizes, it would be best to size up.

513 Leg Opening

The 513 jeans have a straight leg with a 15.75″ leg opening. This leg opening is large enough to be paired with most kinds of shoes. If you are wanting to wear slim jeans with large work boots, my advice would be to choose the 527 jeans which are a slim boot-cut jean.

Here’s a look at my 513 jeans paired with casual boots and sneakers:

Do Levi’s 513 jeans shrink?

The material of Levi’s 513 jeans varies depending on what color you buy. Many of the colors have material made of cotton and elastane, to add some stretch. There are also some colors that are 100% cotton. Because of this, the shrinking may vary slightly depending on what color you choose.

In my experience, you can expect the 513 jeans to shrink, but the overall amount of shrinkage is quite minimal, and did not affect fit much at all. I find with most of my Levi jeans that although the jeans tighten up a bit after washing them several times, the overall fit remains relatively the same, and so I do not adjust my sizing.

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Do Levi’s 513 jeans last?

My 513 jeans have held up well over time. Jeans sometimes can have a tendency to wear out around the crotch or pockets. All things considered, my 513 jeans have held up well in those areas.

It is important to again mention that the material in these jeans will differ depending on the color you choose. This may affect the longevity of the jeans. I personally have not had any issues with the 513 jeans that I have owned, but since the material differs, it is quite possible some colors may last longer than others.

I also have had no issues with my zipper or button breaking or popping loose. They have held up well.

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Levi’s 513 Review Summary

Levi’s 513 slim-straight jeans fit slim above the knee, and straight below the knee. This gives you a fit that shows shape in your hips and thighs, but loosens out a bit down near the ankle.

The leg opening on the 513 jeans is wider than normal slim jeans. The 513 jeans have a 15.75 inch leg opening. These jeans are perfect for guys who like a slim, snug fit in the thighs, but don’t like true slim or skinny jeans. The straight fit below the knee helps take away any notion of skinny jeans.

But do expect these jeans to be fitted around the hips and thighs. They will be a true slim fit above the knee.

In my experience these jeans have run true-to-size. They are constructed with traditional styling. They have a zip fly and a button closure.

Levi 513 Alternatives

There are other options to consider if you are interested in the 513 jeans. If you are interested in the 513 jeans, here are some other options to consider:

  • Levis 501 Original Jeans – This is one of Levi’s most iconic styles. These jeans are similar to the 513 jeans in that they show some shape in the thighs, and have a straight cut below the knee. The 501 jeans will be a bit looser in the thighs than the 513 jeans.
  • Levi’s 511 Men’s Jeans – The 511 jeans are a very popular style. These are true slim fit jeans that fit slim from the hips down through the ankle. The fit above the knee is the same as the 513, but the 511 jeans will be slimmer below the knee than the 513 jeans.
  • Levi’s 514 Men’s Jeans – These jeans have a classic straight cut. These will be looser than the 513 jeans, but these aren’t relaxed jeans. They are a sort of in between fit that is perfect for guys who want to show some shape, but don’t want anything that is uncomfortably tight.
  • Levi’s 527 Men’s Jeans – The 527 jeans are slim boot cut jeans. These are very similar to the 513 jeans, only the leg opening is bigger. The 527 jeans are slim above the knee, then widen to a boot cut below the knee. Perfect for workers.

Paul Johnson

Paul is a lead content creator for Workwear Command. He has had several blue-collar jobs which have provided him a wide range of experience with tools and gear. He also has a business degree and has spent time in business casual office settings.

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