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Browse all Diesel jeans →Diesel Relaxed Jeans High Waist 1974 D-Ellz, Black/Dark grey, Button fly
The verdict
Fit
High waist and relaxed, expect more room through the hip and thigh with a fuller rise than the brand's low-waist styles.
Quality
At $137, this is close to the floor of Diesel's own pricing, expect standard construction without the added cost of the special washes seen in pricier relaxed styles.
Is the price fair?
This is the better-value end of Diesel's range, a reasonable price for designer denim relative to the brand's other relaxed jeans that run into the $400-500 range.
Best for
A budget-conscious Diesel shopper who wants a relaxed, high-waist, dark-wash jean without paying for a premium finish.
Care
Wash inside out and cold to keep the black/dark grey tone from fading or graying prematurely.
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
