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Browse all Diesel jeans →Diesel Regular Jeans Low Waist 1985 Larkee, Medium blue, Button fly
The verdict
Fit
Regular fit through the seat and thigh with a straight leg, sitting low on the waist — identical cut to the black/dark-grey Larkee, just in a lighter wash.
Quality
Same long-running Larkee construction expected across colorways; nothing suggests this medium-blue version is built differently.
Is the price fair?
At $125, this undercuts the black/dark-grey Larkee by a wide margin for the same fit — a clear value if a classic medium-blue wash works for the shopper.
Best for
Shoppers wanting a classic, versatile blue jean at the lowest price in Diesel's lineup here.
Care
Wash inside out in cold water and dry on low to help the medium-blue wash hold its color over time.
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
