After decades of chasing its own legendary shadow, Levi’s found its footing again with Blue Tab — a premium line that launched in April with an 11-piece capsule that sold out faster than you could say “selvedge.”
The Fall 2025 collection, which quietly expanded this month, doubles down on what made that initial drop so compelling: Japanese craftsmanship meets Levi’s heritage. This second wave proves that sometimes the best way forward is looking back with fresh eyes and better materials.
The Chore Blazer That Actually Works
The standout piece might be the Chore Blazer at $348. This isn’t just another workwear mashup but a hybrid that borrows the relaxed structure of a chore coat but adds blazer DNA through its notched lapels and tailored silhouette. Made from Kaihara mill’s proprietary selvedge denim and woven on traditional shuttle looms, it’s substantial enough to function as outerwear but refined enough to pass as business casual.
Spec Sheet
Model: Chore Blazer
Material: 100% cotton selvedge denim, shuttle loom woven
Fit: Standard fit with blazer structure
Made In: China
Price: $348
502 Gets the Japanese Treatment
The 502 Taper Fit jeans ($295) represent Blue Tab’s approach to modernizing classics. These maintain the 502’s signature slim taper from knee to hem but incorporate 2% elastane for comfort — a small concession that purists might grumble about but most will appreciate. The Kaihara denim’s 14oz weight balances durability and wearability, while the Japanese construction shows in details like the chain-stitched hem and reinforced pocket bags.
Spec Sheet
Model: 502 Taper Fit Jeans
Material: 98% cotton/2% elastane
Fit: Mid rise, tapered leg, front rise 10¾”, knee 17″, leg opening 14½”
Made In: Japan
Price: $295
Type III Trucker: The Gold Standard
At $248, the Type III Trucker feels like the collection’s anchor piece. This is the denim jacket that launched a thousand imitators, and this iteration reminds you why. The Japanese-made version includes traditional red and blue patching details — subtle nods to boro repair techniques that feel authentic rather than affected. The medium wash “Highwire” colorway will develop character over time, something you can’t fake with artificial distressing.
Spec Sheet
Model: Type III Trucker
Material: 100% cotton, Kaihara mill denim
Details: Red and blue patching, branded metal buttons, V-stitching
Made In: Japan
Price: $295
Type I: The Original Blueprint
While the Type III gets most of the attention, the Type I Jacket ($348) deserves recognition as the template that started it all. This updated version features articulated sleeves and a deliberately boxy fit that’s contemporary without losing its workwear roots. The slightly cropped hem pairs naturally with higher-rise denim, and with relaxed proportions.
Spec Sheet
Model: Type I Jacket
Material: 100% cotton denim
Details: Single chest pocket, slightly cropped hem
Made In: Japan
Price: $348
The Supporting Cast
Beyond the headliners, Blue Tab’s Fall roster includes several pieces worth noting. The Work Shirt in hickory stripe ($178) channels classic railroad worker vibes with a fabric that ages beautifully, while the Anchor Relaxed jeans offer a looser alternative to the 502s for those who prefer more room through the thigh.
Pricing & Availability
The Blue Tab Fall 2025 collection is available now through Levi’s website, with pieces ranging from $178 to $348. Given that the spring launch sold out quickly, you should move fast this time around.
Recap
Levi’s Blue Tab Fall 2025 Collection
Levi’s heritage-inspired Blue Tab Fall 2025 collection expands on the success of April’s sold-out debut with Japanese-crafted pieces like the versatile Chore Blazer and refined 502 Taper jeans that blend heritage design with premium materials.
