1947 501 Jean - EcotopiaThe year was 1947 and although the war had ended, the nation was much changedand the 501 jeans were no exception. The end of rations allowed for the return of some familiar 501 features, like the watch pocket rivets. But it also ushered in some updates in response to the changing time and emerging middle class, like a modern, slimmer fit and the removal of extraneous details like the cinch and suspender buttons. Thanks to new double needle technology,