Levi’s® and the trailblazing ERL, directed by Venice’s own Eli Russell Linnetz, continue to redefine denim with their second vibrant collection. Following a dynamic debut, the partnership dives deeper into California’s laid-back essence, reinterpreting denim classics with an eye for sun-bleached, carefree vibes that echo the golden state’s spirit.
The new Levi’s® x ERL lineup includes a variety of denim pieces, each revisited with a unique twist. The collection spotlights a light-washed pair of bootcut jeans, a vest, an overall, a chic dress, and a stylized purse, all crafted to embody the quintessence of retro Californian flair.
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Drawing from the funky vibes of the ‘70s, the reimagined Levi’s® vest sports a washed-out look complete with triple lining and a plush sherpa detail at the hem. Its design features elongated, burnished tin shanks and distinctive zigzag stitching along the back and sides, punctuated by ERL’s signature embroidery on the lower right front.
The collection’s dress centres around a woman’s silhouette, sporting straight hemlines and zigzag stitching along the seams, complemented by hidden seam pockets and a subtle ERL emblem near the hem.
Flaunting a wide, baggy leg and pintuck side stripes, the overall nods to its predecessor from their first collaboration while stripping back to basics with a seamless front and tonal zigzag stitches, adorned with the ERL logo on the left leg and a utilitarian hammer loop.
The bootcut jeans blend ERL’s relaxed knee design with Levi’s® classic 517 cuts, featuring a uniquely distressed waist and slight flares at the ankles accentuated by split seams. They are finished with the iconic Two Horse Pull graphic in a fresh interpretation, alongside the neat ERL embroidery at the lower right leg.
A denim purse cleverly styled after jeans, complete with a five-pocket design, crowns the collection. It showcases co-branded detailing and an embroidered back logo underlined by the collection’s hallmark zigzag stitching, a nod to the two-horse patch, and a well-cushioned interior.
Captured through Linnetz’s lens, this collection exudes a sun-soaked homage to Americana, set to drop globally on May 9th. Discover the essence of Californian denim reinvented at Levi.com, the Levi’s® App, select stores, and Dover Street Market.
