
Motel
Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean
Low-rise straight-leg jeans made from 100% cotton denim with a light-blue faded wash. They feature a zip fly, button closure, belt loops, and five-pocket styling. In size 26, front rise is 23 cm (9") and inseam is 79 cm (31").
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- straight-leg, low-rise
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Color
Specifications
Low-rise straight-leg jeans in 100% cotton denim.
Zip fly, belt loops, five-pocket styling.
- Material
- 100% cotton denim
- Style
- straight-leg, low-rise
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Pants
Additional Attributes
- zip-fly closure with button
- belt loops
- five-pocket styling
- 100% cotton denim construction
- straight-leg silhouette
- low-rise waist
- 23cm front rise
- 79cm inseam
Product Insights
Motel's Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean is a rigid denim that molds to the wearer over time, with stiff denim stretching 1–1.5 inches over three months for a custom fit and unique fade patterns developing from daily movements. The core promise is a timeless straight-leg silhouette that fills the low-rise rigid gap left by Levi's 501, offering a balanced, elongated line with a 9-inch rise. The main tradeoff: the non-stretch denim provides a precise fit for straight and athletic body types without back gapping, but hourglass and pear shapes may require try-on; additionally, a zip fly and 29% recycled cotton replace premium button-fly Italian denim, positioning the 140 CAD price as a mid-tier sustainable choice between budget and premium.
Verified claims
- Break-in
- This rigid denim typically stretches 1–1.5 inches in the waist over about three months of daily wear, molding to the wearer for a custom fit.
- Fade patterns
- Unique fade patterns develop based on wearer's daily movements.
- Shrinkage
- Cold washing shrinks the 31-inch inseam by 1–3%.
- Sizing accuracy
- Size 26 fits true to a 26-inch waist, with the rigid non-stretch denim offering minimal give.
- Body shape fit
- Straight and athletic body shapes benefit most from the low rise and straight leg.
- Denim stretch and fit
- Non-stretch denim fits straight/athletic without back gapping and stretches 1-1.5 in. over time; hourglass/pear may need try-on.
- Styling formulas
- Cropped tops, blazers, and cardigans are key stylings for a long-torso line.
- Timelessness
- Considered a more classic cut, less trend-driven than baggy or flare.
- Price competitiveness
- Price of 140 CAD is mid-tier between budget Cotton On and premium Neuw Denim.
- Denim composition
- Zip fly and 29% recycled cotton replace premium button-fly Italian denim.
- Market positioning
- Fills the low-rise rigid straight gap left by Levi's 501 and is a timeless classic style.
- Proportion balance
- The 9-inch low rise and parallel straight leg produce a balanced, elongated silhouette.
- Shrinkage
- This cotton denim can shrink 1–3% in length after washing; washing cold and air drying minimizes shrinkage.
- Initial stiffness / softening
- The initial cardboard-like stiffness comes from manufacturing starch that dissolves with wear, so the denim softens and conforms over time.
Product record
- Title
- Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean
- Brand
- Motel
- Price
- 140 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean: Choose this if you want a genuinely low-rise jean with a 23 cm (9 inch) front rise and a relaxed straight-to-wide, full-length leg — the 79 cm (31 inch) inseam (measured on a size 26) slightly pooled at the floor on the model. It comes in classic five-pocket styling with a zip fly, belt loops, and a faded light-blue wash, in sizes 24 to 30 across the Oxford and Light Wash colors. Note the composition is listed as 71% cotton and 29% recycled cotton, so it is not fully rigid 100% cotton denim despite one page description.[1,2,3,4] | Low-Rise Wide-Leg Jean: Choose this if you want a true low-rise, wide-leg jean with a relaxed fit through the hips and very wide, full-length legs — the size 26 measures a 9.75 inch front rise and a 30.75 inch inseam, so hems tend to pool at the floor and may bunch or fray slightly where they drag. It has classic five-pocket styling, a button-and-zip fly with belt loops, and tan contrast topstitching on medium-dark indigo denim with subtle fading at the thighs and knees. It comes in sizes 24 to 30 in Medium Wash and Light Wash, made of 71 percent cotton and 29 percent recycled cotton.[5,6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front-facing full-length light-blue denim low-rise straight-leg jeans worn by model; visible five-pocket construction, belt loops, button closure, faded wash and vertical fading along legs.
- SilhouetteLow-rise waist with a straight-to-wide full-length leg that reaches and slightly pools at the floor
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.38 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Closure and hardwareCenter front metal button at waist and visible fly area indicating a front zip/button closure; small metal rivet visible at pocket corner
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Pocket configurationClassic five-pocket styling with two front scoop pockets and a small coin pocket partially visible on the right front
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high) - Belt loops and waistbandStandard waistband with belt loops evenly spaced around the waist, waistband sitting low on the hips
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.42 · w 0.48 · h 0.07 (high) - Denim wash and distressingLight-blue faded wash with lighter vertical fading down the front of each leg and subtle whiskering at the upper thigh and crotch area
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - Seam detailVisible outer leg seams running straight from hip to hem and hemmed bottom edge with slight wear where pant meets floor
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot showing a full-body model wearing the jeans with a brown long-sleeve turtleneck, holding a blue polka-dot tote and wearing beige sneakers; plain light gray backdrop and soft even lighting.
- Model poseFront-facing standing model with left arm relaxed and left hand holding a tote, right hand resting near right pocket
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.04 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high) - Top worn by modelLong-sleeve brown turtleneck top cropped slightly above the waistband of the jeans
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high) - Prop bagBlue fabric tote with a scattered small white polka-dot pattern held in the model's left hand, hanging beside the left leg
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - FootwearBeige casual sneakers visible under the jean hems with partial sole contact on the studio floor
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.86 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain light-gray seamless backdrop with soft shadow visible under the model
Colors
light faded blue denim· jeans fabric#9CB2BCtan stitching· topstitchingmuted metal· metal hardware#8AA4B3- SilhouetteLow-rise waist with a straight-to-wide full-length leg that reaches and slightly pools at the floor
- 02

Product
Front view of low-rise straight-leg jeans from waist to hem shown on a model; visible five-pocket construction, metal button closure, faded light-blue denim with whiskering and a relaxed wide straight leg.
- Overall silhouetteFront-facing lower torso and full-length legs visible; jeans sit low on the hips and fall in a relaxed straight-to-wide leg to the hem.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.84 (high) - Waistband and closureLow-rise waistband with belt loops and a single visible metal top button centered at the fly; zipper or fly below button is covered by denim.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.09 (high) - Pocket constructionClassic five-pocket style: two front scoop pockets with visible stitching and a small coin pocket nested inside the right front pocket with a metal rivet.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Denim finishLight-blue faded denim with localized whiskering near the front upper thighs and subtle vertical fade variation down the legs; overall matte denim texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - Seam and topstitchingVisible double-stitched side seams and contrast topstitching along pocket edges and fly in a warmer tone.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Hem conditionStraight finished hem with slight wearing and soft roll where the fabric meets the shoes, no heavy fraying visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.86 · w 0.76 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible hardwareSmall round metal rivets at pocket stress points and a round metal top button; hardware appears metallic and reflective.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.15 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Model wearing a long-sleeve brown top and beige sneakers; neutral light gray background with soft studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model top and handsPartial view of a long-sleeve brown top tucked slightly into the waistband; model hands are visible at the sides and rest near the thighs.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.16 (high) - Footwear propBeige low-profile sneakers worn by the model, visible at the bottom of the frame touching the hem of the jeans.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.88 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.86 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth neutral light-gray studio background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadowing beneath the feet.
- Shot framingCompressed vertical crop showing the model from mid-torso to feet, centering the jeans in the frame.
Colors
faded light blue· denim#94AAB4warm orange-brown· topstitching#7B858Bmetallic silver· hardware (button and rivets)#7B93A5- Overall silhouetteFront-facing lower torso and full-length legs visible; jeans sit low on the hips and fall in a relaxed straight-to-wide leg to the hem.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of straight-leg, low-rise denim jeans worn by a model; visible features include two rear patch pockets, a waistband with belt loops and a small leather patch at the right-back, and a straight, loose leg falling over the shoes.
- Rear pocket shapeTwo symmetrical rear patch pockets with angled top outer corners and single-line topstitching following the pocket perimeter.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.17 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.17 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsHorizontal waistband with visible belt loops; topstitching along the waistband seam is visible across the back.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Leather brand patchSmall rectangular tan leather patch sewn at the right side of the waistband; printed or embossed marking is present but not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Denim texture and washMedium-blue denim with lighter faded areas on the seat and upper thighs producing a vintage washed look; visible diagonal weave texture.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high) - Leg silhouetteStraight, wide leg that falls loosely from the hip to the hem and slightly covers the shoes; inseam appears full length.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high) - Hem detailFolded double-stitched hem visible at the bottom of each pant leg with slightly darker stitch line.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (medium) - RivetsSmall metal rivet at the outer top corner of each rear pocket.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.20 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium); x 0.71 · y 0.20 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium) - Model coverage and occlusionUpper back and hands of the model are partially visible; a brown long-sleeve top covers the waistline and slightly overlaps the waistband at the top center.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style rear product shot with a neutral light gray background and even diffuse lighting; model stands centered and image is vertically cropped to show full leg length and part of the torso.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray seamless background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing view of the model from mid-back to shoes, vertical crop includes slight space above the waistband and the hem of the jeans.
- Visible propsModel wearing a brown long-sleeve top and shoes that are mostly obscured by the pant legs; no additional props.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.92 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (medium)
Colors
washed medium blue· denim body#7494AAtan stitch· stitchinglight tan brown· waistband patch- Rear pocket shapeTwo symmetrical rear patch pockets with angled top outer corners and single-line topstitching following the pocket perimeter.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Motel
Low Rise Parallel Jeans in Dark Blue
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4693398 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Oxford - 24 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4693399 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Oxford - 26 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4693400 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Oxford - 28 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4693401 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Oxford - 30 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4669641 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Light Wash - 24 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4669642 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Light Wash - 26 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4669643 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Light Wash - 28 | CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4669644 | Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jean - Light Wash - 30 | CA$140.00 | Yes |