
Acne Studios
2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean
The Acne Studios 2021M is a faded black bootcut jean made in Italy from non-stretch 100% organic cotton denim, featuring a mid rise, a leg that is fitted through the thigh and widens from the knee into a semi-flared hem, and a salt-and-pepper wash that creates lighter fading along the thighs and seams. It has a five-pocket layout with a coin pocket, a button fly with a metal waistband button, belt loops, and a rectangular leather Acne Studios logo patch on the rear waistband; the full-length stitched hems are cut long enough to rest over footwear. It is intended as an everyday five-pocket denim trouser worn with casual and streetwear outfits.
- Color
- Faded Black
- Material
- 100% organic cotton denim
- Style
- minimal, scandinavian, grunge, trendy, edgy, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Specifications
Faded black bootcut jeans with a rugged worn effect and minimalist Scandinavian flair.
Non-stretch organic cotton denim, semi-flared bootcut leg, mid rise, 5-pocket design, button fly, faded black wash with salt-and-pepper worn effect, made in Italy.
- Color
- Faded Black · black
- Material
- 100% organic cotton denim
- Style
- minimal, scandinavian, grunge, trendy, edgy, retro
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- faded black wash with salt-and-pepper fading
- rugged authentic worn-in effect
- non-stretch denim
- 100% organic cotton denim
- semi-flared bootcut leg
- mid-rise waist
- 5-pocket design
- button fly
- made in Italy
- minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic
- trendsetting Acne Studios 2021M silhouette
- irreverent, bold design
Product Insights
2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean Bootcut silhouette with a fitted upper thigh that widens from the knee down Faded black with a salt-and-pepper wash that reads charcoal-leaning rather than inky black Waist sizes run 28, 30, 32 and 34 in even steps only Rigid denim has no elastane to absorb a mis-sized waist Machine wash, do not bleach, do not dry clean, do not tumble dry, iron with or without steam
Verified claims
- fit
- Bootcut silhouette with a fitted upper thigh that widens from the knee down
- sizing
- Waist sizes run 28, 30, 32 and 34 in even steps only
- material
- Non-stretch 100% organic cotton denim with a 100% cow leather waist patch
- fabric behavior
- Rigid denim has no elastane to absorb a mis-sized waist
- color/finish
- Faded black with a salt-and-pepper wash that reads charcoal-leaning rather than inky black
- button fly
- Button fly is more repair-friendly than a zipper on rigid denim
- button fly
- Button fly spreads closure stress across multiple points
- button fly comfort
- Button fly may feel stiff at first, then flexes with the denim as it softens
- care
- Machine wash, do not bleach, do not dry clean, do not tumble dry, iron with or without steam
- care for finish
- Wash cold and inside out, only when needed, and hang dry to protect the salt-and-pepper fade
- hemming
- The bootcut flare is patterned into the leg, so a straight hem preserves the shape
- length
- Long full-length hems reach the floor and pool slightly over shoes
- construction
- Classic five-pocket construction with contrast topstitching and a button waistband
- branding
- Black leather Acne Studios logo patch on the back waistband
- origin
- Made in Italy
- styling
- Faded black bootcut with a grungy, minimalist edge
- brand context
- Acne Studios has been a Swedish creative collective since 1996, known for Scandinavian minimalism and trendsetting silhouettes
- comparison
- Shoppers used to stretch denim will notice the lack of give
- variant selection
- Black is the only colourway, leaving waist size as the main variable
- gender
- Men's style
Product record
- Title
- 2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean
- Brand
- Acne Studios
- Price
- 630 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 18 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| 2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean: Choose this if you want a rugged, minimalist bootcut jean with an authentic worn look, built from non-stretch 100% organic cotton denim in faded black with salt-and-pepper fading along the thighs and seams. It has a mid rise, fitted upper thigh that flares from the knee, five-pocket styling, a button fly, contrast topstitching, a leather waistband patch, and is made in Italy. Note that it comes only in black (sizes 28 to 34), the rigid non-stretch denim shows some creasing at the crotch and thigh as worn, and on the model the long hems pool over the shoes.[1,2,3,4] | 1996 Washed Black Jean: Choose this if you want a vintage-look, 90s-inspired straight-leg jean in a washed black salt-and-pepper wash, finished for an authentic worn-in effect. It is a regular-fit, mid-rise jean in overdyed non-stretch 100% organic cotton denim with five-pocket styling, a button fly, branded hardware, and a leather patch, made in Italy with a 32-inch (82 cm) inseam that stacks over shoes on the pictured model. Keep in mind the denim has no stretch, and some wearers find the fit runs close to a classic 501-style regular cut.[5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14] | 1979 Slim-Fit Distressed Jean: Choose this if you want a slim-fit jean with a deliberately distressed, faded blue wash for an authentic, lived-in look and a casual aesthetic, per the retailer's description. It is 100% cotton denim with a mid waist, slim leg, five-pocket styling, zip fly, a signature emblem at the back waist, an approximately 31.5 inch (80 cm) inseam, and it is made in Italy. Available sizes listed are SMALL, LARGE and XX-LARGE in blue, and the distressed detailing includes small holes with frayed edges plus whiskering and fading across the thighs and knees, so skip it if you prefer an undistressed wash.[15,16,17,18] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a pair of faded black bootcut jeans worn by a model. Visible features include a straight upper hip and thigh that opens into a flared/bootcut leg; visible front fly seam and front pocket openings; hem falls over shoes.
- SilhouetteBootcut / slightly flared leg silhouette with a fitted upper thigh that widens gradually from the knee down to a full hem that rests over the shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.42 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - Denim color and finishFaded black denim with subtle vertical texture and lighter faded areas concentrated along the front thigh panels and outer seams.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.44 · w 0.58 · h 0.48 (high) - Front constructionVisible front fly seam with topstitching and two front pocket openings; slight creasing near the crotch and upper thigh where the fabric folds.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem detailFull-length hems reach the floor and cover part of the shoes; hems appear folded and stitched rather than raw.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.84 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Model wearing the jeans with a black T-shirt and sneakers, studio white background, even lighting and soft shadow under feet. T-shirt chest text is legible.
- Model and stylingMale model wearing the jeans with a short-sleeve black T-shirt and low-top sneakers; left hand in pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.98 (medium) - Background and lightingPlain white studio background with even, diffuse lighting and a soft shadow cast beneath the model's feet.
- T-shirt chest text“Acne Studios”
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.08 · w 0.21 · h 0.06 (high) - Footwear visibleLow-top sneakers visible under the hem, light upper with gum-colored sole.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.85 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
faded black· denim- SilhouetteBootcut / slightly flared leg silhouette with a fitted upper thigh that widens gradually from the knee down to a full hem that rests over the shoes.
- 02

Product
Rear-right view closeup of faded black denim jeans showing the back pocket, waistband area with leather logo patch, belt loop and visible topstitching.
- Back pocket shapeSquare-shaped rear patch pocket with single row topstitching and slightly rounded lower corners, positioned on the right seat area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.33 · w 0.44 · h 0.37 (high) - Denim textureVisible twill denim weave with a faded, slightly worn appearance showing lighter vertical streaking across the black fabric.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.74 · h 0.70 (high) - Waistband and belt loopUpper waistband visible with a single belt loop at the right rear seam stitched to the waistband.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Leather logo patchRectangular leather patch sewn to the waistband above the pocket, darker than the denim and slightly glossy.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.06 · w 0.22 · h 0.11 (high) - Topstitching contrastSingle-row topstitching around pocket and waistband visible in a lighter grey tone contrasting against the faded black denim.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Logo text on patch“Acne Studios”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.07 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Side seam and hip curveVisible side seam running down from the waistband with a gentle outward curve at the hip translating to a bootcut silhouette below the visible area.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.74 (high)
Other
Studio-shot closeup with a model wearing a black shirt; neutral gradient background, soft lighting and a visible hand adjusting the shirt at the waist.
- Model hand propRight hand and wrist visible pulling the shirt up slightly at the waistband, partially covering the top of the leather patch.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Shirt as propBlack short-sleeve shirt draped over the waistband and partially obscuring the upper back of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.68 · h 0.32 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light grey to white gradient background with soft, even studio lighting creating minimal shadows.
Colors
faded black· denimlight grey· topstitchingblack leather· leather patch- Back pocket shapeSquare-shaped rear patch pocket with single row topstitching and slightly rounded lower corners, positioned on the right seat area.
- 03

Product
Front view of faded black denim jeans on a model, showing high waist, five-pocket construction, visible waistband button and vertical fly seam, and a pronounced bootcut flared leg that pools at the hem over shoes.
- Waistband and closureVisible straight waistband with belt loops and a single metal waistband button at center front above a vertical stitched fly seam.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Pocket layoutClassic five-pocket styling visible: curved front pockets on each side and a smaller coin pocket inset at the right front pocket opening.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.15 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.15 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Denim texture and washFaded black denim with subtle vertical weave texture and slight tonal fading along thigh and knee areas giving a gently worn look.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.65 (high) - Leg silhouetteStraight-to-bootcut silhouette that is fitted through the upper thigh and becomes noticeably wider and flared from the knee down.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.65 · h 0.60 (high) - Hem and lengthLong hems extend past the shoes and fold slightly at the floor, indicating extra length that causes slight pooling.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.15 (high) - Seam stitchingVisible single and double-needle topstitching along the fly, pocket edges, and outer leg seams in a slightly lighter tone than the denim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.75 (high) - Model occlusionHands rest near the front hips and partially overlap the outer edges of the front pockets on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jeans against a plain white background; cropped at mid-torso to show jeans and shoes, with even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-length front-facing view of the jeans on a model, cropped just below the chest and including shoes.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with even studio lighting and a soft shadow under the shoes.
- Visible propsModel wears a black short-sleeve top and white-gray sneakers with gum soles; these items appear as styling props and are not part of the product description.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.88 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
faded black· main denim- Waistband and closureVisible straight waistband with belt loops and a single metal waistband button at center front above a vertical stitched fly seam.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4667832 | 2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean - Black - 28 | CA$630.00 | Yes |
| 4667833 | 2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean - Black - 30 | CA$630.00 | Yes |
| 4667834 | 2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean - Black - 32 | CA$630.00 | Yes |
| 4667835 | 2021m Faded Black Bootcut Jean - Black - 34 | CA$630.00 | Yes |