With the release of the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown” looming large, Levi’s is dropping a special capsule directly inspired by the legendary folk singer’s own wardrobe from the 60’s.
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More than just a collaboration, Levi’s was chosen as the fashion partner for the project as Dylan was actually a patron of the brand in his heyday and would task his then partner to modify Levi’s 501 jeans to fit more comfortably over Dylan’s boots by sewing extra fabric around the hems - resulting in what are essentially bootcut jeans before the style was ever officially released by Levi’s.
The very same 501XX jeans have been replicated for an exclusive capsule from Levi’s, which also hosts a suede jacket and belt that are all worn on-screen by Timothée Chalamet as he plays a fledgling Bob Dylan in the James Mangold-directed flick.
Paul O’Neill, design director of Levi’s Vintage Clothing served as style consultant for the film and gave the following comment on the collaboration:
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”I was honoured to consult on this film and to authentically bring Bob Dylan’s early Levi’s styles to life,”
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“It was exciting to reproduce Dylan’s original jeans with the inserted panel and include unique ephemera in the presentation, ensuring our new collection captures the film’s romantic themes while faithfully recreating the iconic Levi's look of an unparalleled genius.”
Levi’s inputs commemorate scriptures on the inner sides of the jacket and jeans, acting as the only official branding notes for what is a form-first capsule of clothing with genuine heritage and backstory.
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The collection drops on December 20th via the Levi’s webstore. The jeans are priced at $495 USD.
