Wrangler
Retro Medium-Blue Jean Straight, Slim Fit
CA$149.00CAD
In Stock
The Retro Medium-Blue Jean is a straight-slim fit denim jean from Wrangler at Le 31, crafted from a stretch cotton-lyocell blend. It features a mid-rise waistband, five-pocket styling, and a zip fly with contrast ochre topstitching. The medium-blue denim has faded whiskering and darker lower-leg shading, with a straight leg opening and classic W-stitched back pockets.
- Color
- Medium-Blue
- Material
- Stretch Cotton-Lyocell Blend
- Style
- retro, slim-fit, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Baby Blue
Size
30
Specifications
Faded medium-blue slim straight jeans with ochre topstitching, made from stretch cotton-lyocell blend.
5-pocket design, stretch fabric, slim straight fit
- Color
- Medium-Blue · blue
- Material
- Stretch Cotton-Lyocell Blend
- Secondary
- lyocell
- Style
- retro, slim-fit, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- straight slim fit
- 5-pocket design
- faded medium-blue denim wash
- ochre topstitching details
- stretch cotton-lyocell blend
- retro style
- Wrangler at Le 31
Product Insights
Wrangler’s Retro Medium-Blue Jean reimagines a 2009 country-music heritage silhouette for everyday wear: low-rise, slim straight leg with a 15-inch opening that narrows 3 inches from the classic Cowboy Cut, crafted from 11.5 oz stretch denim (83% cotton, 16% lyocell, 1% elastane) that is soft and moisture-wicking from first wear. Its ochre topstitching stays bright as the denim fades evenly without harsh whiskers, and lyocell keeps shrinkage under 3% to preserve the slim fit—best for lean to athletic builds, as larger thighs may feel constrained. The lighter weight prioritises breathability and all-day comfort over the durability of heavier work jeans.
Verified claims
- Country music roots
- Launched in 2009 with Jason Aldean; Jon Pardi became face in 2018.
- Heritage details
- Low-rise, contrast topstitching, slim straight leg, 15-inch opening.
- Material
- 83/16/1 cotton/lyocell/elastane stretch denim for broken-in feel.
- Leg opening
- 15-inch leg opening narrows silhouette 3 inches vs Cowboy Cut.
- Rise
- Low 10 3/8-inch front rise showcases a belt buckle.
- Fit
- Slim fit with 1% elastane best for lean/athletic builds; larger thighs may feel tight.
- Inseam
- Inseam lengths from 30 to 38 inches suit various heights.
- Comfort
- Soft from first wear, moisture-wicking, fluid drape, and light stretch for everyday comfort.
- Longevity
- Shrinks less than 3%, retains color, and fades evenly instead of high-contrast whiskering.
- Weight
- 11.5 oz denim is lighter than classic 14 oz work jeans, improving breathability while holding its shape.
- Fade
- Fades evenly without whiskers and retains color better than all-cotton
- Stitching aging
- Ochre topstitching stays bright against fading denim, increasing seam visibility over time
- Shrinkage
- Lyocell content keeps shrinkage under 3%, maintaining original fit wash after wash
- Color retention
- Color depth maintained longer by washing with like colors.
- Care
- Care routine: warm wash, low dry, non-chlorine bleach, low heat iron.
Product record
- Title
- Retro Medium-Blue Jean Straight, Slim Fit
- Brand
- Wrangler
- Price
- 149 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The Retro line's design story and brand roots
- The incorporation of stretch into the Retro line — evident in this jean's 11.5 oz cotton-lyocell-elastane blend — reflects a deliberate shift that began in the 2010s to meet demand for all-day comfort without abandoning the vintage look, so the jean feels broken-in from day one while reading as classic cowboy denim.
- The straight leg fit is not a seasonal trend for this line — it was one of the two original silhouettes offered at launch in 2009, making this jean a direct descendant of the first Retro collection and a consistent anchor shape in the line's decade-plus evolution.
- The Wrangler Retro line debuted in July 2009 with country rock artist Jason Aldean as its exclusive spokesman, targeting 18- to 35-year-old men and branded as 'built for the new cowboy who rocks his style with an attitude' — a positioning that fused Wrangler's western authenticity with the energy of contemporary country music, and the basis for the slim straight silhouette you're seeing today.
- The low-rise waist — a feature every pair of Retro straight slim jeans shares — is an intentional callback to cowboy style, designed so the wearer can show off a belt buckle, which the brand explicitly frames as 'our Western heritage showing through.'
- In 2018, Wrangler passed the Retro torch from Jason Aldean to Jon Pardi, the reigning CMA New Artist of the Year, whose music 'blends traditional and modern' — a continuity that keeps the line anchored in country music culture and signals that this slim straight jean is still part of the same lineage of artist-validated western style.
How the Retro slim straight compares to classic Wrangler cuts
- The slim straight cut produces a 15-inch leg opening — substantially narrower than the 16-inch flare of the Retro bootcut or the 18-inch bell of the Cowboy Cut — so the jean falls cleanly over sneakers, chukkas, or low-profile boots without bunching, making it the most urban-friendly option in Wrangler's Western lineup.
- The Retro slim fit's narrower thigh and seat intentionally favor slimmer builds — men with larger thighs or a preference for relaxed cuts will find the jean too lean, making the 13MWZ Cowboy Cut or Riggs lines the better choice for those who need more room.
The wash process and how the fade will evolve
- The ochre contrast stitching is an intentional Retro-line heritage cue that stays bright as the denim fades, so the seam lines—especially on the back pockets and yoke—become more visible with wear, amplifying the vintage workwear aesthetic that the wash establishes.
- The 1% elastane in the 83% cotton, 16% lyocell fabric limits the denim's ability to form sharp wear creases, so rather than developing high-contrast honeycombs and whiskers, this jean will retain its even, medium-blue tone with only gentle overall softening over time.
How the cotton-lyocell stretch denim wears over time
- Thanks to lyocell's dimensional stability, these jeans can be expected to shrink less than 3% through normal washing, outperforming untreated cotton denim that often loses 5–7% in the first wash.
- The smooth surface of lyocell fibers accepts indigo dye more evenly and releases less color during washing, so these medium-blue jeans are likely to hold their depth of color longer than a standard pure-cotton pair.
- The 16% lyocell component provides a smooth, silky hand that is soft from the very first wear — there is virtually no break-in period, unlike stiff all-cotton denim.
- Lyocell fibers in this blend absorb roughly 50% more moisture than cotton, actively wicking sweat and keeping the wearer cooler — an advantage for warm-weather wear or long days.
- The lyocell content gives the denim a more fluid drape than rigid cotton, allowing it to mold to the body's contours rather than resisting them — so the straight slim fit looks clean and modern, not stiff or boxy.
- The 11.5 oz fabric weight strikes a balance between substantial denim character and light comfort — heavy enough to maintain the silhouette through the day, yet light enough for year-round wear without the stiffness of classic 14 oz work jeans.
- Just 1% elastane gives these jeans a light comfort stretch that eases movement without leaning into skinny-jean territory — the denim retains its structured look while adding enough give for sitting and bending.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of medium-blue straight-leg jeans on a model; visible features include mid-rise waistband with belt and belt loops, five-pocket layout, zip fly, contrast stitching, and graduated fading with darker lower-leg shading.
- Overall silhouetteFull-length straight-leg jeans shown on a standing model, with a slim but not skin-tight fit through the thigh and a straight fall from knee to hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.44 · h 0.62 (high) - Waistband and closureMid-rise waistband with visible belt loops and a black leather belt threaded through; metal button and vertical zip-fly placket visible at center front.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Pocket designClassic five-pocket layout with front scoop pockets and a small coin pocket at right front; pocket openings outlined by visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.42 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Seams and stitchingContrast topstitching along outseams, pocket edges, and fly seam, visible as lighter thread against denim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.58 (high) - Denim wash and fadingMedium-blue wash with vertical fading on front thigh areas and slightly darker tone at inner/outer seams and lower leg; faint whiskering near upper thigh and crotch.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high) - Hem and leg openingStraight finished hem that sits over the model's boots with a small natural break and slight stacking at the ankle.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a full-body model against a plain light gray background; even frontal lighting with a soft shadow cast to the right rear of the model.
- Model and stylingMale model wearing a white oversized short-sleeve T-shirt tucked slightly at the front and black leather belt and black ankle boots as styling accessories.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.04 · w 0.60 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and surfaceSeamless light gray studio background and floor with a visible floor joint line near the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.82 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowBright, even frontal lighting producing a soft shadow to the model's right on the background and minimal specular highlights on boots and belt.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.70 (high)
Colors
medium blue denim· main denim#7DA2CBdarker blue denim· lower-leg darker shading#5579A5- Overall silhouetteFull-length straight-leg jeans shown on a standing model, with a slim but not skin-tight fit through the thigh and a straight fall from knee to hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of medium-blue denim jeans worn by a model from waist to shoes, showing five-pocket styling, belt loops, visible button and fly, faded whiskering at hips and thighs, and straight slim legs that sit over low-heeled black leather boots.
- Overall silhouetteFront-facing lower torso and legs of a person wearing straight slim jeans; legs fall straight from thigh to hem with slight stacking at the ankle over boots.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Waistband and closureVisible waistband with belt loops and a single metal button at center front above a stitched fly; top of a tucked white shirt is visible over the waistband.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high) - Pocket constructionCurved front pockets with visible pocket bags and coin pocket seam on the right front; seams reinforced with contrast stitching.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high) - Denim finishMedium-blue denim with lighter faded whiskering and horizontal fade lines across the upper thighs and subtle vertical fading along the leg centers.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Seam and topstitchingVisible double-needle side seams and topstitching in a contrasting lighter thread along pockets, fly, and outer leg seams.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.82 (high) - Hem and ankleHems rest over boots with slight fabric stacking and a casual untapered finish visible at both ankles.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible hardwareRound metal top button and small rivet details visible at pocket corners.
2 regions
x 0.43 · y 0.07 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.11 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of model against a plain white background with soft shadowing; image cropped above the model's elbows and below the soles of the boots.
- Background and lightingPlain white studio background with a soft shadow cast to the right of the model, indicating directional studio lighting from the left.
- Props and stylingModel wearing low-heeled black leather boots that interact with the jean hem; a tucked white shirt is visible at the waist.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - CroppingImage cropped at mid-torso and just below boot soles so head and full feet are not fully shown.
Colors
medium faded blue· denim body#7B9CC3light tan stitching· topstitchingantique silver metal· metal hardware#7392B4- Overall silhouetteFront-facing lower torso and legs of a person wearing straight slim jeans; legs fall straight from thigh to hem with slight stacking at the ankle over boots.
- 03
Product
Rear view of medium-blue denim jeans on a model showing back pockets with 'W' stitching, yoke, belt loops, rivets, and stacked hems; visible wear fading and contrast topstitching.
- Rear pocket shapeTwo rear patch pockets with angled bottom corners and a pronounced double-row zigzag 'W' style topstitch across each pocket.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.15 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Pocket rivetsSmall metal rivets visible near the top outer corners of the rear pockets.
2 regions
x 0.53 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high) - Leather patchRectangular leather patch sewn to the waistband on the right rear side above the pocket.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsVisible waistband with multiple belt loops; center back loop and side loops visible where the shirt is tucked slightly.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Seat and yoke seamHorizontal yoke seam across the upper rear connecting the waistband to the seat panels, visible fade along the seam.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.13 · w 0.44 · h 0.09 (high) - Denim wash and fadingMedium-blue denim with lighter faded areas on the seat, back of knee region, and vertical subtle whiskering along the back of thighs.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.22 · w 0.32 · h 0.62 (high) - Outseam stitchingVisible contrast topstitching along the outer leg seam running from waist to hem on both legs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.24 · w 0.16 · h 0.58 (high) - Hem and stackingSlight stacking and fold at the bottom hems resting over the tops of boots, showing casual length beyond ankle.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.82 · w 0.78 · h 0.16 (high) - Model posture and handsModel standing with weight shifted to the left leg and hands placed near or in the back pockets, partially obscuring pocket tops.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot cropped at mid-torso with white background, even lighting, and visible black boots; image includes model shadow at center.
- Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with bright, even studio lighting producing soft shadow behind the legs.
- Visible footwearBlack leather ankle boots with a low heel visible under the jeans hems on both feet.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.84 · w 0.84 · h 0.16 (high) - Image crop and framingImage framed to show the model from mid-back down to shoes; upper torso is partially cropped and the shirt is visible tucked into the waistband.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow cast on the white backdrop centered between the legs and extending downward.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.34 · w 0.24 · h 0.54 (medium)
Colors
medium blue denim· denim body#7B9DCAtan topstitch· topstitching#AAAAAEmedium brown leather· leather patchcopper· pocket rivets#7D8DA6- Rear pocket shapeTwo rear patch pockets with angled bottom corners and a pronounced double-row zigzag 'W' style topstitch across each pocket.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- What is the exact inseam length available for this jean?
- This jean is available in inseam lengths of 30, 32, 34, 36, and 38 inches.
- What is the rise measurement for this straight slim fit jean?
- The front rise measures 10 3/8 inches, and the overall rise is low.
- What is the exact percentage of cotton and lyocell in the fabric blend?
- The fabric blend is 83% cotton and 16% lyocell, with 1% elastane.
- Does the stretch cotton-lyocell blend contain elastane or spandex, and if so, what percentage?
- Yes, the blend contains 1% elastane for stretch.
- What are the recommended care instructions for these jeans to minimize fading and shrinkage?
- To minimize fading and shrinkage, machine wash warm with like colors, use only non-chlorine bleach when needed, tumble dry low, and iron on low heat.