Sta-Prest

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Sta-Prest (a stylized rendering of "stay pressed") is a brand of wrinkle-resistant trousers produced by Levi Strauss & Co., beginning in 1964.[1]

Sta-Prest jeans are marketed as being wearable straight out of the

Wrangler, produced similar styles of trousers during that same period. Lee's version was called Lee Prest, which came in similar colors and patterns as Sta-Prest; although they were much slimmer and tapered. Decades later, Merc
started marketing a brand called Sta Press.

When the skinhead scene hit America in the 1980s Levi's Sta-prest were not always an affordable option, and slim fit Dickies work pants were worn.[citation needed] Dickies gave the same look and style, and since they were made for work wear they did not lose their crease, and could be worn without ironing.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ "Innovation, 1960s Style: STA-PREST™ Clothing". 15 February 2018.
  2. ^ "Sta-Prest – Nostalgia Central". 5 August 2014.

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