Levi's at Century 21 NYC: The Fall Denim Drop From $24.99

Fall denim is the easiest wardrobe problem to solve well, because the pieces that work in September still work in January. The Levi's fall drop just hit the floor at Century 21 in Lower Manhattan: the hooded trucker, the 512 taper, the 314 shaping straight, a denim jumper, plus kids' patch jeans and a skirtall. Men's, women's and kids, all of it in store at 22 Cortlandt Street, starting at $24.99.

This is a floor drop, not an online listing. There is no code, no coupon and no cart. What is racked today is what you shop today, and denim sizes go first, so it is worth doing in one downtown trip rather than checking back twice.

Women's: one jacket, two silhouettes, done

Start with the layer, because it decides everything else. The Hybrid Hooded Trucker Jacket is the piece that makes a fall uniform out of clothes you already own: a jersey hood under a classic trucker shell, so it reads sporty over leggings on a Saturday and sharp over a black turtleneck on a Tuesday. Wear it open now with a tee and sneakers. In November, layer it under a wool coat and let the hood sit out. Value $89.50, currently $49.99.

For the denim itself, pick your silhouette rather than your size chart. The 314 Shaping Straight is the one to buy if you want jeans that hold their shape through a workday: a mid-rise straight leg with real structure through the hip and thigh, which is why it takes a tucked shirt and a heeled boot better than a slouchier cut does. Cuff it once over a loafer for now, drop the hem over a Chelsea boot when it turns cold.

The Tico Denim Jumper is the low-effort option in the group. It is a whole outfit that needs nothing from you: a white tee under it in September, a fine-knit long sleeve and opaque tights under it by October. If you own exactly one denim piece this fall, the jumper does the most work per dollar at $39.99.

A selection from the women's floor. Styles and prices change as the floor turns over.

Men's: two jackets and the taper that goes under both

The men's side of this drop is unusually jacket-heavy, which is the right problem to have in August. The East Port Jacket is the one to grab first: a heavier, cleaner-lined denim jacket that works as an actual outerwear layer, not just a shirt with buttons. Over a hoodie it is a commute coat. Over a crewneck with the collar popped it holds up at dinner. Value $98.00, currently $39.99, which is the deepest cut in the drop at 59% off.

The Coloma Classic Jacket is the trucker you keep in rotation year round, and it just dropped at $39.99. Buy this one a touch snug: the classic trucker is meant to sit close so it layers under a topcoat in December instead of fighting it.

Under either jacket, the 512 Slim Taper is the denim that does not require thought. Slim through the thigh, tapered from the knee, which means it sits clean over a boot and does not pool over a low sneaker. This is the cut to buy if you own one pair of jeans and want them to work with everything from a flannel to a blazer. Value $69.50, currently $39.99. If you have been searching for men's jeans near you and defaulting to whatever the mall had, this is the version that actually gets worn.

A selection from the men's floor. Styles and prices change as the floor turns over.

Kids: denim built to survive a school year

Kids' denim is the one category where the discount matters most, because nothing gets outgrown faster. The Boys Loose Taper Patch Jean is the practical pick and the fun one at the same time: a loose taper is forgiving through a growth spurt, and the patchwork detailing means it does not need a special top to look like an outfit. Pair it with a plain white tee and let the jeans carry it. Value $48.00, currently $24.99.

On the girls' side, the Embroidered Skirtall is the piece that gets picked out of the closet without argument, and it stretches across seasons: bare legs and sneakers now, a long sleeve and tights under it once the mornings turn. The Girls Logo Hoodie is the layer that goes over all of it, and at $24.99 it is the cheapest thing in the drop and probably the most worn. Buy the hoodie a size up.

A selection from the kids' floor. Styles and prices change as the floor turns over.

What a Levi's drop means at Century 21 NYC

Century 21 is an off-price designer and brand-name department store at 22 Cortlandt Street in Lower Manhattan. A drop means a fresh batch of one brand landing on the floor at once, priced below its usual retail from day one. In this Levi's drop, jeans and jackets run $24.99 to $49.99 against values of $48.00 to $98.00.

There is no separate sale rack and no promotional window to wait for. The ticketed price is the price, across men's, women's and kids' denim. What changes is the assortment: the floor turns over continuously, so the styles above are a selection from a wider Levi's pull rather than the full range on the racks.

Is Century 21 a Levi's store or a Levi's outlet?

No. Century 21 is an independent off-price department store, not a Levi's store, a Levi's outlet or a Levi's factory store. It carries Levi's alongside hundreds of other designer and brand-name labels across apparel, shoes, handbags, beauty and home.

The practical difference matters if you are shopping for Levi's in New York. A brand store carries the full current line at full retail. Century 21 carries a rotating selection of Levi's at off-price, which means fewer styles and sizes at any given moment, at prices a brand store does not run. If you need a specific wash in a specific inseam, go to a Levi's store. If you want the 512 or the trucker at $39.99 and you are flexible on the rest, come to 22 Cortlandt Street.

How a $98 Levi's jacket ends up at $39.99

The price comes from how the buying is done, not from the quality of the goods. Century 21's buyers have spent decades building direct relationships with brands and their distribution partners, and they buy on terms most retailers cannot: large lots, decided fast, paid on Century 21's schedule. That leverage is what pays for the gap between $98.00 and $39.99.

The trade-off is predictability. A department store that buys this way cannot promise you a given style will be there next week, and it does not carry a full size run on everything. That is the honest exchange: you accept a narrower selection on any single visit, and you get brand-name denim at a fraction of its usual price. It is also why the floor is worth walking rather than scanning from home.

Where to buy Levi's on sale in NYC

New York gives you a handful of real options for discounted denim, and they are not interchangeable.

Century 21, 22 Cortlandt Street. Off-price department store in the Financial District, one block from the World Trade Center. Levi's men's, women's and kids in one visit, $24.99 to $49.99 in the current drop. No online listing, no code.

Levi's own stores in Manhattan. Full current line, full size runs, full retail with periodic brand promotions. The right call when you need an exact style and fit.

Saks OFF 5TH and Nordstrom Rack. Off-price chains with locations in the city. Denim assortment varies by store and week, and the mix leans toward their own vendor relationships rather than a single-brand drop.

Woodbury Common. A genuine outlet destination with a Levi's outlet on site, roughly an hour north of the city. Worth it for a dedicated trip, hard to justify for one pair of jeans.

If your search is essentially cheap jeans near me and you are anywhere near a downtown train, the Financial District trip is the shortest version of this list.

Building a fall denim rotation from this drop

Three pieces cover most of a season. One jacket, one pair of jeans, one thing you throw on without deciding.

The jacket goes first. Denim outerwear is what makes September and October wearable in New York, when mornings are cold and the afternoon is not. The East Port and the Coloma both do this job; the Coloma layers better under a coat later, the East Port stands alone longer into the fall.

The jeans should match your shoes, not your tops. A taper like the 512 is built for boots and clean sneakers. A structured straight like the 314 wants a heel or a loafer. Get that pairing right and the rest of the outfit is easy.

The third piece is the one you wear most. A hoodie, a jumper, a skirtall. Not the piece you photograph, the piece you reach for at 8am. In this drop it is the cheapest thing on the rack, which is usually how it works.

Is Century 21 still open in NYC?

Yes. Century 21 is open at 22 Cortlandt Street in Lower Manhattan, its original Financial District location, one block from the World Trade Center and the Oculus. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

The store reopened after closing in 2020 and operates as a single New York City location. There is no Century 21 ecommerce site: the assortment, including this Levi's drop, exists only on the floor at 22 Cortlandt Street.

Notes for visitors

• Denim sizes go first. The middle of the size run on jeans moves fastest in any drop. Earlier in the week is a better bet than a Saturday afternoon.
• Shop all three departments in one pass. Men's, women's and kids' Levi's are merchandised separately. Families doing back-to-school denim should budget time for all three rather than one.
• Come in from the transit hub. The store sits at the WTC and Fulton Street interchange, so the walk from the train is short in any weather.
• Bring nothing but yourself. No coupon, no code, no app required. The ticketed price is what you pay at the register.
• The floor changes. The styles above were on the floor at time of writing. What is racked when you visit will not be identical.

The details

Store: Century 21, 22 Cortlandt Street, New York, NY 10007
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Sunday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Neighborhood: Financial District, Lower Manhattan, one block from the World Trade Center and the Oculus
Subway: 2/3 and 4/5 to Fulton Street. A/C and J/Z to Fulton Street. E to World Trade Center. R/W to Cortlandt Street. PATH to World Trade Center
The drop: Levi's men's, women's and kids. $24.99 to $49.99. In store only, while supplies last

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Century 21 in NYC sell Levi's?

Yes. Century 21 carries Levi's men's, women's and kids' denim at its 22 Cortlandt Street store in Lower Manhattan. The current fall drop includes the 512 Slim Taper, the 314 Shaping Straight, the Hybrid Hooded Trucker, the East Port and Coloma jackets, and kids' patch jeans, a skirtall and a logo hoodie.

How much are Levi's jeans at Century 21?

In the current drop, Levi's jeans run $24.99 to $39.99 and jackets run $39.99 to $49.99. The 512 Slim Taper and 314 Shaping Straight are both $39.99 against a $69.50 value. Kids' denim starts at $24.99. Prices are ticketed on the floor and change as the assortment turns over.

Is Century 21 a Levi's outlet?

No. Century 21 is an independent off-price department store that carries Levi's alongside hundreds of other designer and brand-name labels. It is not a Levi's store, a Levi's outlet or a factory store, and it stocks a rotating selection rather than the full current Levi's line.

Do I need a coupon or promo code for the Levi's prices?

No. There is no Levi's coupon, discount code or app required at Century 21. The ticketed price on the tag is what you pay at the register. Because Century 21 has no ecommerce site, there is also no online checkout where a code could be applied.

Can I buy the Levi's drop online?

No. Century 21 has no online store, no cart and no shipping. Every item in this Levi's drop is available only in person at 22 Cortlandt Street in Lower Manhattan. The website exists for store information, hours and event news.

Which Levi's fit should I buy, the 512 or the 314?

The 512 Slim Taper is a men's cut, slim through the thigh and tapered from the knee, which sits cleanly over boots and low sneakers. The 314 Shaping Straight is a women's mid-rise straight leg with structure through the hip and thigh, built to hold its shape through a full day.

Where is the cheapest place to buy Levi's in New York City?

Century 21 at 22 Cortlandt Street is among the lowest-priced options in Manhattan for Levi's, with jeans at $39.99 against a $69.50 value in the current drop. Woodbury Common has a dedicated Levi's outlet but sits about an hour north of the city, so it requires a separate trip.

Does Century 21 carry kids' Levi's?

Yes. The current drop includes the Boys Loose Taper Patch Jean at $24.99, the Girls Embroidered Skirtall at $29.99 and the Girls Logo Hoodie at $24.99. Kids' denim is merchandised separately from men's and women's, so allow time for all three departments.

Is Century 21 still open in New York?

Yes. Century 21 operates at 22 Cortlandt Street in the Financial District, one block from the World Trade Center. It is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. This is its single New York City location.

How does Century 21 sell Levi's below regular retail?

Century 21's buying team works directly with brands and their distribution partners, buying in large lots on terms most retailers cannot match. That buying leverage funds the price gap. The trade-off is a narrower selection and no guarantee a given style or size will be on the floor next week.

What is the best time to shop the Levi's drop?

Earlier in the week and earlier in the day. The middle of the size run on jeans moves fastest, so weekday mornings give you the fullest denim assortment. Saturday afternoons are the busiest window at the Cortlandt Street store.

How do I get to Century 21 by subway?

Take the 2/3, 4/5, A/C or J/Z to Fulton Street, the E to World Trade Center, the R/W to Cortlandt Street, or PATH to World Trade Center. The store is at 22 Cortlandt Street, a short walk from every one of those exits.