Jeans are denim made trouser pants. Invented by Levi Strauss during the California Gold Rush when he saw workers needing strong durable pants. These denim pants became popular in workplaces and factories. Then after World War II jeans became popular casual wear. Jean styles have changed many times however they have never dropped out of style. From flarred bottoms to baggy to skinny jeans there is a wide range of jeans styles in todays culture. A typical male jean that is popular today is a dark denim straight leg pair of jeans. A darker denim allows more versatility with what you wear them with you can dress them up or down depending on the occasion.