Who is James Lee?

James Lee was established in 2012 by Rod Austin. The name came from his brother's middle name James and Rod's middle name Lee. James Lee Cloths is a brand that is inspired by craftsmanship, integrity and honor. Those are some of the Army values Rod has implemented within his brand.

Reconstruction time: 1hr 27min

The Watcher

This design was created with a very detailed oversized image on the front the displays Dr. Manhattan overlooking the world with the city of Atlanta peeking in the background. The back displays a large eye with cracked paint. James Lee cut off the sleeves and hand distressed the arm holes, neck and bottom.

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RECONSTRUCTION TIME: 4hr 34min

Wolf Denim

These are reconstructed Levi denim loose fit jeans. On the front pocket is our printed wolf baseball tee image on a contrast indigo denim. It was stitch on and then hand distressed. On the back is our signature ripped left pocket with reverse rips behind the leg.

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Reconstruction time: 3hr

Side Extended Star Shorts

These Y2K graphic print jeans were cut into shorts. The other half of the shorts were inserted into the side seem to make them even more baggy. The back has our signature left ripped pocket. These denim is lightweight and great for the summer.

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Reconstruction time: 4hr

Semi-Flooded Color Block Denim

This design was the first reconstructed denim completed. This piece is more of a rockstar look that is fitted at the thigh area with a slight stretch then loosens up at the bottom with our JL logo throughout the side seam to create a bell bottom appearance. Biker chain is definitely encouraged.

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reconstruction time: 30min

Denim Leg Star Pillow

This pillow was made from the cut off leg of our Side Extended Star Shorts. This showcase how one piece of denim wasn't thrown away during the reconstruction process. 

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