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Browse all Diesel jeans →Diesel Skinny Jeans Low Waist 1979 Sleenker, Light blue, Zip fly
The verdict
Fit
Low waist and skinny through the leg, this line typically runs close to the body, so check sizing if you prefer any room at the thigh.
Quality
Priced in Diesel's middle band, expect the stretch-denim construction typical of a skinny fit rather than the heavier wash of the brand's relaxed styles.
Is the price fair?
$250 is mid-tier for designer skinny denim, reasonable if the Sleenker fit is specifically what you're after, otherwise it's a premium over generic skinny jeans.
Best for
Someone who wants a close, light-wash skinny jean and is comfortable paying a design-house price for the specific fit.
Care
Wash cold and inside out to protect stretch recovery and keep the light wash from graying.
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
