
Rick Owens
Vega Side Zip Jeans
Rick Owens Vega Side Zip Jeans are black wax-coated cotton denim pants with a very long slim leg and a six-pocket design. They feature a zip fly and side zippers that open from the shin along the side seam toward the pockets. Made in Italy, the jeans have an inseam length of 33 inches (84 centimeters).
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Luxurious coated cotton denim
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- punk, gothic, minimal, slim-fit, streetwear
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Specifications
Narrow wax-coated denim jeans with side zippers, inspired by punk and rock aesthetics.
wax-coated cotton denim, hidden side zippers, very long slim leg, six-pocket design, zip fly closure
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Luxurious coated cotton denim
- Style
- punk, gothic, minimal, slim-fit, streetwear
- Occasion
- concert, party, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- wax-coated cotton denim
- very long slim leg
- 6-pocket design
- zip fly closure
- hidden side zippers
- punk-inspired design
- gothic monochromatic aesthetic
- Made in Italy
- collaboration with Suicidebandofficial
- narrow leg silhouette
- deep black color
Product Insights
Rick Owens' Vega Side Zip Jeans use a thick black wax coating that stiffens the leg for architectural folds and develops a personalized patina of cracks and distress with wear, while side zippers from shin to pocket allow toggling between a closed slim leg and an open vented silhouette, producing crisp stacking over boots. The 33-inch inseam and slim leg create a deliberate proportion contrast to balance oversized outerwear, but the wax coating requires dry cleaning only and may transfer to upholstery under heat and friction initially, and despite containing elastane and rubber, the jeans remain rigid and non-stretchy.
Verified claims
- Punk authenticity
- Wax coating develops high-contrast patina with wear, deepening punk authenticity.
- Patina
- Wax coating cracks at stress points to a unique patina prized by collectors.
- Transfer
- New wax can transfer to upholstery under heat and friction; risk decreases with wear.
- Silhouette transformation
- Side zippers transform the pants between a sealed slim leg and an open vented silhouette.
- Construction
- Side zippers run from the shin to the side pockets and are fully functional for dressing and ventilation; they are most likely metal.
- Stacking
- 33-inch inseam and stiff wax coating create crisp stacking over boots.
- Silhouette contrast
- Slim leg with 33-inch inseam and black color creates the intended narrow counterweight to voluminous outerwear.
- Wax coating
- Thick black wax coating stiffens the leg for architectural folds and develops personalized patina of cracks and distress with wear.
- Cleaning
- Dry cleaning is recommended; spot cleaning may damage the wax finish.
- Coating behavior
- Coating may transfer initially but develops a unique patina with wear.
- Rigidity
- Despite 6% elastane and 3% rubber, wax coating makes jeans rigid and non-stretchy.
- Wear evolution
- Wax cracks and polishes at high-friction zones such as thighs, knees, and pocket edges, creating localized fading and crease marks.
- Leg opening
- The leg opening measurement is not listed for this coated cotton version; a similar Rick Owens Vega model has a 15-inch (38 cm) leg opening at size UK 30, but this version may differ.
Product record
- Title
- Vega Side Zip Jeans
- Brand
- Rick Owens
- Price
- 1600 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a pair of dark faded black denim jeans worn by a model; five-pocket construction with belt loops, visible metal rivets and button, outer-seam zippers running along the lower leg to the ankle, and visible thigh creasing/whiskering.
- Overall silhouetteStraight-leg jeans fitted through the waist and thighs, falling straight from the knee to the ankle with slight fabric bunching at the lower leg and ankles.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.33 · w 0.64 · h 0.57 (high) - Fabric appearanceDenim with a faded black / charcoal wash showing lighter whiskering and creasing at the upper thigh and knee areas.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.40 · w 0.52 · h 0.38 (high) - Waistband and closureMid-rise waistband with belt loops and a visible metal top button at the center front; standard five-pocket layout with front coin pocket partially visible.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Rivets and pocket trimMetal rivets visible at the front pocket corners and stitching outlining the pocket openings.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Outer-seam ankle zippersExposed metal zippers run along each outer leg seam at the lower leg, extending up from the ankle with visible zipper pulls at the hem.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.78 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching detailVisible topstitching along the fly, pockets and outer seams in a thread tone slightly lighter than the denim.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.52 · h 0.44 (medium) - Ankle fit and interaction with footwearJeans end at the ankle and sit over chunky platform boots; slight flaring/bunching at the hem where zippers meet the boots.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing product shot on a plain light gray background showing a full-body model cropped slightly above the head; even diffuse lighting with soft shadow under the feet.
- Shot compositionFull-body photograph of a standing model shown front-on, centered in frame, slightly cropped above the head.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowEven, diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows beneath the model's feet and minimal harsh highlights.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.92 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (medium) - Model stylingModel wears a black sleeveless ribbed top and chunky black platform boots; these are styling elements and not described as the product.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution image with clear detail on fabric texture and hardware.
Colors
faded black· denim body#1E1E21silver metallic· metal hardware (rivets, button, zippers)#C4C4C4- Overall silhouetteStraight-leg jeans fitted through the waist and thighs, falling straight from the knee to the ankle with slight fabric bunching at the lower leg and ankles.
- 02

Product
Black denim jeans with full-length visible outer-side zippers from waist to hem, five-pocket styling, metal button and rivets, subtle horizontal fade creases at front thigh and knee, slim straight leg worn with platform boots.
- Outer side zippersExposed metal zippers run along the outer seam of each pant leg from near the waistband down to the ankle; zipper teeth and metal pulls are visible and the ankle pulls are slightly separated/open.
2 regions
x 0.66 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.78 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.16 · w 0.28 · h 0.72 (high) - Waistband and closureStandard waistband with belt loops and a visible round metal top button at center front above the fly.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Pocket stylingFront curved pockets with a small coin pocket on the right side; metal rivet visible at the pocket corner.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Denim texture and fadingBlack denim shows horizontal worn fade creases across the upper thigh and knee area and subtle vertical denim weave texture.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high) - Leg cut and fitSlim straight leg silhouette with a narrow thigh that continues straight down to the ankle, hems resting over boots.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.74 (high) - Ankle hem detailsHems include zipper terminations with small folded denim panels and visible metal zipper stops near the sole.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Styled on a model against a plain light grey background; model wears black platform leather boots and a black top; soft even studio lighting with subtle shadows to ground the figure.
- Model crop and poseImage shows the model from waist down to feet with one hand inserted in the right front pocket and the other arm relaxed alongside the left thigh.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.00 · w 0.92 · h 0.40 (high) - Footwear propBlack chunky platform leather boots worn with the jeans, sole edge visible and boots seated under the pant hems.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.82 · w 0.72 · h 0.18 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light grey seamless background with even, diffuse studio lighting and soft shadows beneath the boots.
Colors
faded black· denim#1E1E21metallic silver· hardware- Outer side zippersExposed metal zippers run along the outer seam of each pant leg from near the waistband down to the ankle; zipper teeth and metal pulls are visible and the ankle pulls are slightly separated/open.
- 03

Product
Rear view of black denim jeans on a model showing two rear patch pockets, a defined back yoke, belt loops at the waistband, and a visible metal side zipper running down the outer seam of the right leg; slim straight/tapered leg ending over boots.
- Rear pocketsTwo rear patch pockets with visible topstitching positioned on the seat; pocket shape is slightly tapered toward the bottom center.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.18 · w 0.33 · h 0.18 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsWaistband visible with multiple belt loops and a center back seam joining the waistband to the yoke.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.09 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Back yoke seamSlightly curved back yoke seam visible above the pockets, defining the seat shape.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.15 · w 0.46 · h 0.07 (high) - Side zipperA full-length metal zipper with visible metal teeth runs along the outer seam of the right leg and is visible from waistband to hem.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.75 (high) - Denim texture and finishBlack denim with subtle vertical fading and light whiskering highlights creating a worn look, uniform matte finish.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.68 (medium) - Leg silhouetteSlim straight to slightly tapered leg that narrows toward the ankle and rests over chunky boots.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.28 · w 0.56 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Studio rear shot showing a model from mid-back to feet against a smooth light gray background with soft shadows; boots and model hands are visible; even diffuse lighting.
- Shot compositionModel photographed from behind, framed from mid-back to the floor, centered horizontally with slight space on both sides.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.04 · w 0.90 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft shadows under the feet indicating diffuse overhead lighting.
- Visible styling elementsChunky black leather boots partially covered by the jean hems and the model's right hand resting beside the thigh.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.65 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution, well focused with natural fabric detail visible and no motion blur.
Colors
faded black· denim body#1B1B1Cmetallic silver· side zipper teeth#D6D6D6- Rear pocketsTwo rear patch pockets with visible topstitching positioned on the seat; pocket shape is slightly tapered toward the bottom center.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4515553 | Vega Side Zip Jeans - 30 | CA$799.95CA$1,600.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4515554 | Vega Side Zip Jeans - 32 | CA$799.95CA$1,600.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4515555 | Vega Side Zip Jeans - 34 | CA$799.95CA$1,600.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4515556 | Vega Side Zip Jeans - 36 | CA$799.95CA$1,600.00 | Out of Stock |