The Originals

Lee has been shaping the denim landscape for 135 years, creating iconic piece after iconic piece, and all the while striding forward to the beat of American popular culture.

1912

In the Beginning was
The Bib Overall

Once Buddy Lee’s workday uniform, our “bib and braces” innovation has graced every scene, from outdoor down-and-dirty to dance hall-ready. A classic ready to be worn.

The Bib Overall

1913

An Icon is Born…
The Union-All

Inspired by car mechanics’ protective workwear, adopted by garment workers, and now the core of cool. Decade after decade, The Union-All™ has been a fashion staple adored by style makers and culture vultures alike.

The Union-All ™

1924

A Denim Legend.
The 101 Jean

Our first-ever jeans, developed for cowboys and pioneers, are still making headlines today. Versatile, timeless, and better with every wear, the 101s mold to your body for a just-for-you-fit.

The 101Z Jean

1927

Utilitarian Cool.
The Chore Coat

Once the uniform for French railroad workers, now one of the most coveted denim jacket styles in the world. A must-have for all icons in the making.

The Chore Coat

1940

Relaxed and ready.
The 91B Jacket

The boxy, relaxed fit and clean lines of our 91-B Jacket, aka The Eisenhower, make this the ultimate topper to add a dash of sophisticated cool to any look.

The 91B Jacket

1947

A Groundbreaking first.
The Women’s Rider Jean

Adapted from Lee’s iconic men’s Cowboy jean, with no compromise on utility, toughness, and freedom to move, the Women’s Rider Jean was cut to fit the shape of a woman’s body. A little respect is due.

The Women's Rider Jean

1948

America’s first
denim jacket.
The Rider Jacket

Zigzag stitching, twin chest pockets—the Rider Jacket has been the template for denim jackets everywhere for almost 100 years. Icons across every decade have adopted its timeless, effortless style.

The Rider Jacket

1948

The choice of rebels.
The Rider Vest

Once the uniform of post-war biker culture, The Rider Vest transformed fashion with its cut-off style, adopted by bikers, rockers and style mavericks alike. A modern way to show your rebellious streak.

The Rider Vest

1950

Cool in a snap.
The Western Shirt

Developed to work hard for cowboys, made modern to look good on the street. With its V-shaped yoke and pearlized metal snaps, The Western Shirt has been adopted by screen and stage legends alike.

The Western Shirt

Born

1912

Born 1912

In the Beginning was the Bib Overall

Once Buddy Lee’s workaday uniform, our “bib and braces” innovation has graced every scene, from outdoor down-and-dirty to dance hall-ready. A classic ready to be worn - and reworn - for generations.

Born

1913

Lee Union-Alls

An Icon is Born… The Union-All™

The world’s first ‘one-and-done’ workwear coverall was launched in 1913, inspired by car mechanics’ protective garb. Soon becoming the staple garment of the factory workers who built America, it has been endlessly remixed throughout the history of fashion and pop culture - dressed up, dressed down, fusing practicality with playfulness and fun.

Shop Women's

Born

1913

Lee Union-Alls Close-up

An Icon is Born… The Union-All™

The world’s first ‘one-and-done’ workwear coverall was launched in 1913, inspired by car mechanics’ protective garb. Soon becoming the staple garment of the factory workers who built America, it has been endlessly remixed throughout the history of fashion and pop culture - dressed up, dressed down, fusing practicality with playfulness and fun.

Shop Women's

Born

1924

Born 1924

A Denim Legend. The 101 Jean.

Our first-ever jeans, developed for cowboys and pioneers, are still making headlines today. Versatile, timeless, and better with every wear, the 101s mold to your body for a just-for-you-fit.

Born

1925

Lee Chore Coat

Utilitarian Cool. The Chore Coat.

The original 91J jacket. Once the uniform for railroad workers - nicknamed the “loco” jacket - now one of the most coveted denim jacket styles in the world. A must-have for all icons in the making.

Born

1925

Lee Chore Coat Close-up

Utilitarian Cool. The Chore Coat.

The original 91J jacket. Once the uniform for railroad workers - nicknamed the “loco” jacket - now one of the most coveted denim jacket styles in the world. A must-have for all icons in the making.

Born

1940

Born 1940

Relaxed and ready. The 91B Jacket.

The boxy, relaxed fit and clean lines of our 91-B Jacket, aka The Eisenhower, make this the ultimate topper to add a dash of sophisticated cool to any look.

Born

1947

The Women’s Rider Jean

A Groundbreaking first. The Women’s Rider Jean.

Adapted from Lee’s iconic men’s Cowboy jean, with no compromise on utility, toughness, and freedom to move, the Women’s Rider Jean was cut to fit the shape of a woman’s body. A little respect is due.

Born

1947

The Women’s Rider Jean Close-up

A Groundbreaking first. The Women’s Rider Jean.

Adapted from Lee’s iconic men’s Cowboy jean, with no compromise on utility, toughness, and freedom to move, the Women’s Rider Jean was cut to fit the shape of a woman’s body. A little respect is due.

Born

1948

Born 1948

America’s first denim jacket. The Rider Jacket.

Zigzag stitching, twin chest pockets—the Rider Jacket has been the template for denim jackets everywhere for almost 100 years. Icons across every decade have adopted its timeless, effortless style.

Born

1948

Lee Rider Vest

The choice of rebels. The Rider Vest.

Once the uniform of post-war biker culture, The Rider Vest transformed fashion with its cut-off style, adopted by bikers, rockers and style mavericks alike. A modern way to show your rebellious streak.

Shop Men's

Born

1948

Lee Rider Vest Close-up

The choice of rebels. The Rider Vest.

Once the uniform of post-war biker culture, The Rider Vest transformed fashion with its cut-off style, adopted by bikers, rockers and style mavericks alike. A modern way to show your rebellious streak.

Shop Men's

Born

1950

Born 1950

Cool in a snap. The Western Shirt.

This iconic style was developed to work hard for cowboys - and today works just as hard on the street as a style staple. With its V-shaped yoke and pearlized metal snaps, The Western Shirt has been adopted by screen and stage legends alike.