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Browse all Diesel jeans →Diesel Flare Jeans Regular Waist 1978 D-Akemi, Medium blue, Zip fly
The verdict
Fit
Regular-waisted with a flare from the knee down, per the style name; expect a fitted thigh with a wider leg opening than Diesel's straight or skinny cuts.
Quality
At this lower price point, expect adequate but unremarkable construction, consistent with Diesel's more basic offerings.
Is the price fair?
$137 is on the lower end for Diesel and reasonable value for a distinct flare silhouette.
Best for
Someone wanting to try a flare jean without committing to Diesel's higher price points.
Care
Wash cold and hang dry to help the flare shaping and medium wash hold up.
What owners report about Diesel jeans
Owners describe Diesel's denim as sturdily built: sturdy stitching, heavy-duty zippers, and a cotton-elastane blend that keeps pairs flexible rather than flimsy. On owner forums, people report pairs still fitting well and holding their wash after five to six years of regular wear, describing the jeans as lighter-weight and more comfortable than expected for the style. The cuts are snug through the seat and thigh with room to move rather than a roomy, relaxed fit.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently point to sturdy stitching, heavy-duty zippers, and a fabric blend that stays flexible rather than stiff or flimsy.
- Watch out for
- The fit runs snug and style-driven rather than roomy, and owners say sizing needs to be chosen carefully to get the cut right.
- Sizing
- Most owners report the line running true to size across fits from relaxed to skinny, but the cut is snug through the seat and thigh rather than generous.
About Diesel's jeans line as a whole. Sources: What makes Diesel Jeans so good? - AnandTech Forums · Diesel Jeans Review: Tried & Tested by Customer - Darveys
