150 years of Levis 501 blue jeans

In 1873 Levi Strauss and his tailor, Jacob Davis, created the modern denim pants known as blue jeans, designed for workmen. Today they are a clothing staple, and an icon of fashion. Correspondent Serena Altschul explores the history of blue jeans, and visits the Levi s laboratory where new denim finishes are being tested. levis, bluejeans, 501 CBS Sunday Morning features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science and Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. Check local listings for CBS Sunday Morning broadcast times. Subscribe to the CBS Sunday Morning YouTube channel: Get more of CBS Sunday Morning : Follow CBS Sunday Morning on Instagram: Like CBS Sunday Morning on Facebook: Follow CBS Sunday Morning on Twitter: Subscribe to o