Jeans Made in the USA: Over 40 American-Made Brands!

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American-Made Jeans: The Ultimate Guide to Denim Made in the USA

Looking for jeans made in the USA? While many major brands have moved production overseas, several companies are still dedicated to making denim jeans in the USA with premium materials and expert craftsmanship. Whether you’re after durable men’s jeans made in the USA or stylish women’s jeans made in the USA, this list highlights the brands that continue to craft American-made denim jeans.

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Jump to the full list of jeans made in the USA, or continue reading to learn about the types of denim found in American-made jeans and discover if any popular brands still manufacture blue jeans made in the USA.

Denim 101: A Guide to the Best American-Made Jean Fabrics

Denim experts already know this, but if you’re like me and have been getting your jeans off the rack your entire life, a little knowledge can go a long way before investing in a pair of American-made blue jeans. From the sturdy feel of raw denim to the flexibility of cotton blends, the type of fabric impacts both the look and feel of jeans made in the USA. Let’s break down the most popular types of denim and what makes each one unique.

Selvedge Denim

Selvedge denim is the go-to choice for denim purists. Woven on old-school shuttle looms, the fabric gets its name from the “self-edge” finish, which prevents the fabric from fraying. This gives it a clean, sturdy edge that looks great when you roll up your cuffs. While selvedge denim is pricier, it’s known for durability. And the best part? The longer you wear it, the more it molds to your body, creating a one-of-a-kind look with natural fades and creases. Selvedge jeans made in the USA are usually made from American or Japanese selvedge denim.

Raw Denim

If you’re ready to put in the work, raw denim is where the magic happens. Untreated and unwashed, raw denim comes stiff and tough, but over time, it molds to your body. As you wear it, the fabric breaks in and takes on unique fades and creases that no one else will have. It’s not the most comfortable at first, but once it breaks in, it’s like having a pair of jeans that have been customized just for you. Raw denim jeans made in the USA are often made with 100% American-grown cotton.

Washed Denim

For those who want comfort right away, washed denim is the way to go. This fabric has been pre-washed to give it that soft, lived-in feel. Whether it’s stone-washed, acid-washed, or enzyme-washed, these techniques give denim a faded look and make it feel good from day one. If you’re looking for jeans that feel like they’ve been your favorite pair for years, washed denim is your match. Washed denim jeans made in the USA are generally the most affordable.

Cotton Blends

Cotton blends are all about comfort and flexibility.

Stretch Denim: By blending cotton with materials like spandex or elastane, your jeans have extra stretch and move with you. If you love skinny jeans or something that doesn’t feel restrictive, stretch denim jeans made in the USA are a great choice.

Tencel (Lyocell): is a sustainable fabric made from wood pulp, often eucalyptus trees. It’s soft, breathable, and has a smooth, silky feel. Tencel denim blends offer a lighter, more comfortable option without sacrificing durability. Plus, it’s naturally moisture-wicking, making it a great choice for hot weather.

Aviator uses cotton, tencel, and elastane blends in many of its men’s and women’s jeans made in the USA to create moisture-wicking, comfortable jeans that are great for travel.

Canvas

If you’re in need of tough, durable work jeans made in the USA, canvas and duck canvas are excellent choices for those who really put their clothes to the test. While canvas isn’t technically denim, it’s often used for similar purposes in rugged workwear. Both fabrics are made from cotton, but differ in their weave: denim has a diagonal twill weave, giving it its unique texture, while canvas uses a plain weave that creates a flatter, denser fabric. Duck canvas, which has an even tighter weave than regular canvas, is especially tough and durable. A well-made pair of duck canvas “jeans” made in the USA can handle just about anything you throw at them.

Corduroy

Corduroy isn’t denim either, but since a number of American jeans makers offer corduroy “jeans” and trousers, I thought it was worth a mention. Corduroy is a cotton-based fabric with a ribbed texture that can sometimes be found in jeans. It’s a softer, thicker fabric, ideal for cooler weather, and has a distinctive look with raised velvety ribs. Corduroy jeans made in the USA can be dressed up a little more than traditional jeans and often come in range of colors.

Popular Brands: Are Any Blue Jeans Made in the USA?

While American-made denim has a rich history, many of the most well-known jeans brands have moved their production overseas. In this section, we take a look at some popular denim brands to see where their jeans are made today and if any are still manufactured in the USA.

Are Levi Jeans Made in the USA?

Once a proud symbol of American denim and the brand associated with the invention of blue jeans, Levi’s is a household name in the USA. Sadly, its historic Valencia Street factory in San Fransisco, which had been producing Levi’s jeans since 1906, shut down in 2002, followed by the company’s last American factory in San Antonio, Texas, in 2003. While Levi Strauss & Co. briefly offered limited-edition selvedge jeans made with Cone Mills White Oak denim from North Carolina, that option was commemorative of Cone Mill’s 100+ years of operation. Today, all Levi’s jeans are manufactured overseas in countries such as Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.

Are Wrangler Jeans Made in the USA?

Wrangler’s last U.S. sewing plant closed in 2005, marking the end of its American-made denim production. From 2019-2024, Wrangler briefly offered the Rooted Collection, a premium line of jeans made entirely in the USA using American-grown cotton. However, that collection has since been discontinued, and as of today, no Wrangler jeans are made in the USA. Today, all Wrangler jeans are primarily manufactured in Mexico and Egypt.

Are Lee Jeans Made in the USA?

Lee Jeans, founded in 1889 in Salina, Kansas, was once known for its American-made denim jeans. However, the brand shifted its production overseas over the years, and its last U.S.-based factory closed in the early 2000s. Today, all Lee Jeans are manufactured abroad, primarily in Mexico, Bangladesh, and Vietnam.

Are True Religion Jeans Made in the USA?

Established in 2002, True Religion is a new blue jean brand on the scene, comparatively speaking. Early on, True Religion jeans were all made in Los Angeles but are now manufactured in Mexico and China. True Religion globally sources textiles and hardware from Bangladesh, China, India, Mexico, and Pakistan.

Are Ariat Jeans Made in the USA?

Founded in 1993, Ariat was initially known for producing some of its jeans in the USA. However, over the years, Ariat shifted all of its manufacturing outside of the United States. Today, Ariat jeans are primarily made in Mexico and Bangladesh, and none of its current jeans are produced in the U.S.

Are Lucky Jeans Made in the USA?

Established in 1990, Lucky brand was once celebrated for its American-made denim jeans, and until 2010, almost all Lucky apparel was made in the USA. Over time, the brand shifted manufacturing abroad, and except for occasional collections like the “363 Straight Made in the USA Selvedge Jean”, the majority of Lucky jeans are not made in the USA. Lucky’s regular denim jean offerings are made in Bangladesh, Chile, China, Haiti, Indonesia, Mexico, Peru, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.

Denim Done Right: Jeans Proudly Made in the USA

Although many iconic denim brands have shifted production overseas, several blue jeans brands remain dedicated to manufacturing in the United States. These brands prioritize quality fabrics and American craftsmanship and support local jobs by keeping denim production at home.

The Complete List of Blue Jeans Made in the USA

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• Agave: Men’s and women’s classic fit, relaxed fit, slim fit, and skinny denim jeans are available in multiple wash and color options.

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• AMO: Women’s fashion jeans and denim trousers designed by women and made in Los Angeles with responsibly sourced fabrics.

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• B Sides: Women’s fashion-forward wide-leg, slouch, and culotte designer jeans made in Los Angeles with denim from family-owned mills in Georgia and North Carolina.
• Billium: High-end, custom deadstock white oak cone mills jeans made to order in Greenville, South Carolina.
• Blue Delta: Men’s and women’s raw and vintage denim jeans made-to-order and crafted by hand in Mississippi to fit your unique shape and size.
• Brave Star Selvage: Men’s western cut, straight, and tapered styles showcasing Cone Mills selvedge denim made in Los Angeles.
• Bullet Blues: Men’s and women’s designer jeans are available in a range of styles, cuts, colors, and washes, including tapered leg, and cowgirl boot cut jeans.

Bullet Blues Custom Apparel, LLC proudly serves the ‘made in America’ movement by offering top quality blue jeans and apparel made in the USA for both men and women.

Bullet Blues

• Christy Dawn: Women’s vintage-inspired denim jeans and trousers made in the USA and Mexico with sustainably sourced and organic fabrics.
• Ciano Farmer Denim Co.: Custom and off-the-rack selvage / selvedge denim, Vidalia Mills, Dead Stock, and Cone Mills duck canvas jeans cut and sewn one at a time using vintage techniques from the 1800s at a workshop in Texas.
• Citizens of Humanity: Men’s and women’s 100% regenerative cotton blue jeans and stretch denim blue jeans in multiple cuts and washes.
• Crawford Denim: Men’s and women’s straight and bootcut regular and selvage denim jeans.
• Dearborn Denim: Affordable denim jeans made in the USA for men and women. The large selection includes tailored, slim, relaxed fit, and bootcut jeans in light, medium, and dark washes, along with a gray wash and black. Women’s selections include stretch denim and flared styles.
• Freenote Cloth: Men’s weft and selvedge jeans made in the USA with Japanese denim. Multiple cuts and denim weights to choose from. Freenote cloth also makes t-shirts made in the USA.
• Gamine: Dungarees for women made with Japanese selvedge denim. Styles include slouch, high rise, painters pant, and women’s fit.
• Ginew: Native-American, family-owned men’s and women’s selvage denim and soft denim jeans in zip-fly and button-fly styles.
• Glenn’s Denim: Men’s selvedge denim jeans made in the USA with domestic and imported denim from Europe and Japan. Styles include tapered, straight, and wide-leg cuts.
• Gustin: Men’s crowdfunded basketweave, Bedford corduroy, tweed, wool, and cotton denim jeans made in small batches. Gustin t-shirts are also made in the USA.
• Gusset: Affordable men’s work, casual, motorcycle, and big and tall jeans made in the USA. Slim, regular, and relaxed fit options.
• Hartford Denim Co. (Hardenco): Strong work jeans backed by unlimited free repairs. Hardenco also has a kids’ jeans exchange program designed to be sustainable and grow with your child.
• imogene + willie: Fashion and casual denim jeans for men and women patterned, cut, and sewn in the USA with Japanese or American denim.

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• Left Field NYC: American-made Vidalia Mills selvedge, Cone White Oak, raw denim, and blue denim jeans for men made in New York City’s garment district. Left Field NYC also manufactures American-made tees.
• L.C. King: Men’s washed denim and duck 5 pocket jeans, carpenter pants, and overalls built on heritage machines in Tennessee, where four generations have made jeans since 1913.
• Mokuyobi: Bright and fun, color block fashion jeans for women. It’s kind of like the 1980s with a modern twist.
• MOTHER: Ladies’ fashion jeans in unique, hard to find styles and colors including silver and coral.
• NOEND: 100% cotton ladies’ fashion denim jeans in more than 25 styles made in Los Angeles.
• Origin USA: Men’s heavyweight work jeans and flex stretch jeans made with American denim in straight, tapered, and bootcut slim and relaxed styles.
• Railcar Fine Goods: Men’s jeans made with Japanese selvedge denim, American canvas, and branded American-made hardware.
• Raleigh Denim Workshop: Men’s and women’s luxury designer jeans made with denim woven in Virginia, then cut and sewn in North Carolina.
• Rogue Territory: Men’s American selvedge and Japanese indigo denim jeans sewn in Los Angeles.
• Round House Jeans: Budget-friendly men’s denim carpenter and 5-pocket jeans, trousers, dungarees, and overalls made in the USA.

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• Shockoe Atelier: Quality men’s jeans made in downtown Richmond, Virginia, are backed by a free lifetime repairs guarantee for rips, tears, and blowouts.

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• Tellason: Men’s selvedge denim and raw denim jeans sewn with American-made pocketing, thread, buttons, rivets, and leather patches.

We are 100% committed to the city of San Francisco and will make our jeans here and only here, forever. This place is the home of blue jean culture as we know it and moving production somewhere else to save a couple of bucks just won’t happen. If you know us, you know this to be true.

Tellason

• Texas Jeans: Men’s affordable denim jeans 100% made in America with American-grown cotton.
• Todd Shelton: Multiple colors and styles of men’s jeans made in the USA with Japanese denim.
• Todd Snyder: The Made in USA Relaxed and Slim Selvedge Jean in Rigid are the only American-made options. Other jeans and apparel are imported.
• Union House: Men’s American-made and union-made carpenter and 5-pocket work jeans from brands like Round House.

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Did we miss your favorite brand of American-made blue jeans? Let us know in the comments.

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