Le 31
Satiny 100% Cotton Shirt Comfort Fit
This is a men's dress shirt from Le 31 by Simons, crafted from satiny 100% cotton fabric. It features a comfort fit with a straight cut that provides additional room in the shoulders and sleeves, and is designed in Canada. The shirt has a classic point collar, a button placket, and long sleeves, making it appropriate for business or dressy occasions.
- Material
- Satiny 100% Cotton
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
A satiny 100% cotton shirt designed in Canada with a comfort fit, featuring a straight cut and roomy shoulders and sleeves.
Straight cut, satiny finish, 100% cotton, comfort fit with extra room in shoulders and sleeves.
- Material
- Satiny 100% Cotton
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- satiny finish
- 100% cotton fabric
- comfort fit
- straight cut
- roomy shoulders and sleeves
Product Insights
The Le 31 Satiny 100% Cotton Shirt in comfort fit combines the formal luster and deep color retention of a sateen weave with year-round moisture-wicking midweight cotton, but the fabric's delicate surface shows wrinkles easily and snags from rings or rough surfaces, requiring ironing after gentle washing, while the comfort fit provides extra room for a polished line.
- Alternatives
A modern fit version hugs the body as a slimmer alternative.
Why this is supported
Le 31 also offers a modern fit version that
hugs the body
modesens.com, providing a closer silhouette for those who prefer a slim fit.
- Seasonal suitability
Brand states the sateen cotton is midweight (200–300 GSM) and wicks moisture for year-round comfort.
Why this is supported
In the product Q&A, the brand describes the fabric as a sateen weave cotton that
typically falls in the midweight range around 200–300 GSM, making it suitable for year-round wear—light enough for warmer months and easy to layer when it's cooler.
What is the weight or thickness of the cotton fabric? Is it suitable for year-round wear or more for warmer seasons?. This is further supported by the brand's exclusive design:
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.ca. Additionally, the sateen weave offers moisture-wicking properties:
Longer floats enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways, making sateen excellent for moisture management.
fumaofabric.com. The fabric's long floats also provide a soft drape:
Sateen’s long floats create heavier fabrics (140-170 g/m²) with excellent drape
fumaofabric.com. Although general sateen references cite weights of 140-170 g/m², the brand's specific statement for this product is the most applicable.
- Formality
Sateen's luster and drape shift this shirt toward formal.
Why this is supported
The sateen weave produces a
luxury drape and sheen
fumaofabric.com, shifting this shirt toward formal occasions. Its smooth surface
holds vibrant color well
knowingfabric.com, and the fabric is
suitable for year-round wear
What is the weight or thickness of the cotton fabric? Is it suitable for year-round wear or more for warmer seasons?.
- Sheen and color
The sateen weave's subtle luster and vibrant color depth distinguish it from matte poplin shirts.
Why this is supported
sateen provides luxury drape and sheen, twill offers durability and wrinkle resistance, while poplin delivers crispness and breathability.
fumaofabric.comThe smooth surface of cotton sateen fabric allows printed colors to appear vibrant and detailed.
jcwtextile.comThe fabric also holds color well, enhancing the shirt's appearance.
- Moisture wicking
Sateen's capillary channels wick moisture away, preventing clinging in warm conditions.
Why this is supported
Longer floats enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways, making sateen excellent for moisture management.
fumaofabric.comThis prevents the fabric from clinging to the skin in warm conditions, preserving the clean silhouette.
- Moisture management
100% cotton sateen wicks moisture and breathes better than polyester blends, though less than poplin.
Why this is supported
The sateen weave's capillary action wicks moisture from the skin:
Longer floats enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways, making sateen excellent for moisture management.
fumaofabric.comThis wicking compensates for the weave's denser structure, which reduces air permeability compared to poplin, a fabric that, as the same source notes,
delivers crispness and breathability.
fumaofabric.comMeanwhile, the 100% cotton fabric improves breathability over polyester blends used by similar priced competitors like Bellissimo (55% cotton / 45% polyester). The comfort-fit shirt also omits the non-iron treatment found on the Le 31 modern-fit version, avoiding chemical finishes that can reduce air permeability and moisture wicking.
- Color depth and retention
Sateen weave gives deeper colors that retain tone through washing.
Why this is supported
The flat sateen weave acts like a mirror for dye, giving colors depth and luminosity.
giving colours a depth and luminosity that can look flat on a more textured weave
What the sateen fabric means for feel and daily wear — color_depth_and_retentionFor the black and baby blue options, the dense structure holds dye effectively, ensuring they stay vibrant.
the black and baby blue options should appear richer and hold their tone through repeated washing
What the sateen fabric means for feel and daily wear — color_depth_and_retention- Surface sensitivity
Sateen shows wrinkles easily and snags from rings or rough surfaces.
Why this is supported
The same smooth, reflective surface that gives sateen its color depth also makes wrinkles highly visible.
Wrinkles are very noticeable.
sewing.patternreview.comAdditionally, the long floats in the weave are vulnerable to snagging from rings or rough surfaces.
Those long, beautiful floats that create the sheen are vulnerable. They can be caught by rings or rough surfaces, leading to snags.
fumaofabric.com- Snagging
Sateen weave is delicate and snags easily from rings and rough surfaces.
Why this is supported
The sateen weave, which gives the shirt its satiny sheen, makes it particularly prone to snagging. As noted by fabric experts,
They can be caught by rings or rough surfaces, leading to snags.
fumaofabric.comThis confirms that everyday actions like buttoning cuffs with a watch or carrying a bag can cause damage. Additionally,
Sateen: This is the most delicate of the three.
fumaofabric.comreferring to common shirt weaves. The fabric's heavier weight (140-170 g/m²) also reduces surface durability in high-contact areas like elbows and cuffs. Consequently, the recommended care,
machine washed on a gentle cycle, then ironed on a low setting. Avoid high heat and bleach to preserve the satiny finish.
What is the recommended care for this satiny 100% cotton shirt? Does it require dry cleaning or can it be machine washed and ironed?aligns with this delicate nature, requiring more careful handling than typical dress shirts.
- Wrinkle visibility
Wrinkles are very noticeable on the satiny surface.
Why this is supported
The sateen weave produces a lustrous surface that makes creases highly visible:
Wrinkles are very noticeable.
sewing.patternreview.comThis is reinforced by fabric experts who note that sateen's sheen highlights wrinkles compared to matte weaves. The care instructions require ironing to restore smoothness:
The satiny 100% cotton shirt is easy-care and can be machine washed on a gentle cycle, then ironed on a low setting.
What is the recommended care for this satiny 100% cotton shirt? Does it require dry cleaning or can it be machine washed and ironed?The shirt's midweight fabric and drape help but ironing remains essential. Additionally, a non-iron version is available but this Comfort Fit model lacks that treatment.
- Care
Pressing needed after gentle wash and low iron; avoid bleach and high heat.
Why this is supported
machine washed on a gentle cycle, then ironed on a low setting. Avoid high heat and bleach
What is the recommended care for this satiny 100% cotton shirt? Does it require dry cleaning or can it be machine washed and ironed?No dry cleaning required.
What is the recommended care for this satiny 100% cotton shirt? Does it require dry cleaning or can it be machine washed and ironed?the Comfort fit version omits the non-iron treatment
How the price compares to similar sateen shirts — non_iron_modern_fit_siblingWrinkles are very noticeable.
sewing.patternreview.com, so pressing is needed after each wash.
- Value proposition
Exclusive to Simons, designed in Canada, offering a competitive price by avoiding wholesale markups.
Why this is supported
Catalog verifies that
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.ca. This means the shirt skips wholesale distribution, allowing Simons to offer a 100% cotton dress shirt at $79 CAD—a price that undercuts comparable national brands that must account for wholesale costs.
- Fabric
100% cotton sateen with subtle sheen, fluid drape, and moisture wicking—suitable year-round.
Why this is supported
Catalog confirms that
sateen provides luxury drape and sheen
fumaofabric.comand
The satiny fabric is a sateen weave cotton, which typically falls in the midweight range around 200–300 GSM, making it suitable for year-round wear—light enough for warmer months and easy to layer when it's cooler.
What is the weight or thickness of the cotton fabric? Is it suitable for year-round wear or more for warmer seasons?. Additionally,
Longer floats enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways, making sateen excellent for moisture management.
fumaofabric.comThe fabric also holds color well, but the same floats that create the sheen make it prone to snagging, and wrinkles are more visible than on other weaves.
Research comparing the Le 31 with a similarly priced dress shirt found that the Le 31 uses
Satiny 100% cotton fabric
stylight.cawhile the competitor lists
Materials 55% Cotton; 45% Polyester
tiptop.ca, confirming the Le 31's pure cotton construction.
- Breathability
Sateen cotton wicks moisture and is midweight for year-round wear.
Why this is supported
Fabric research explains that sateen's longer floats
enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways
fumaofabric.comand that cotton sateen
lets air circulate while feeling soft against your skin
knowingfabric.com. Additionally, customer service notes that the fabric weighs 200–300 GSM,
light enough for warmer months and easy to layer when it's cooler
What is the weight or thickness of the cotton fabric? Is it suitable for year-round wear or more for warmer seasons?, supporting year-round comfort.
- Ironing
Requires ironing after wash; non-iron sibling stays wrinkle-free.
Why this is supported
The care instructions specify that the shirt
can be machine washed on a gentle cycle, then ironed on a low setting
What is the recommended care for this satiny 100% cotton shirt? Does it require dry cleaning or can it be machine washed and ironed?, contrasting with the sibling model listed as a
Non-iron Satiny Cotton Shirt
modesens.com. Moreover, the satiny fabric makes wrinkles
Wrinkles are very noticeable.
sewing.patternreview.com, so regular ironing is essential to maintain a crisp appearance.
- Thermal comfort
Natural cotton sateen keeps you cooler and drier than many synthetic dress shirts.
Why this is supported
The sateen weave enhances thermal comfort through both air circulation and moisture management.
Because cotton sateen uses natural cotton fibers woven tightly yet smoothly, it lets air circulate while feeling soft against your skin.
knowingfabric.comAdditionally,
Longer floats enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways, making sateen excellent for moisture management.
fumaofabric.comThis combination of airflow and sweat transport keeps the body cooler and drier than many synthetic dress shirts, and the midweight fabric (200-300 GSM) makes it suitable for warm weather while also layering well in cooler months.
- Maintenance
Machine washable but requires ironing; vulnerable to snagging and shows wrinkles easily.
Why this is supported
The shirt is easy-care:
The satiny 100% cotton shirt is easy-care and can be machine washed on a gentle cycle, then ironed on a low setting. Avoid high heat and bleach to preserve the satiny finish. No dry cleaning required.
What is the recommended care for this satiny 100% cotton shirt? Does it require dry cleaning or can it be machine washed and ironed?However, unlike Le 31's Modern Fit version which offers a non-iron finish (as seen in product listings:
Non-iron Satiny Cotton Shirt Modern Fit
modesens.com), this comfort fit shirt requires ironing after washing. Additionally, the sateen surface is prone to wrinkles and snagging:
Wrinkles are very noticeable.
sewing.patternreview.comand
Those long, beautiful floats that create the sheen are vulnerable. They can be caught by rings or rough surfaces, leading to snags.
fumaofabric.comTherefore, the shirt is best for low-friction environments like the office.
- Fit
Comfort fit with extra room, and satiny drape for a polished line.
Why this is supported
The comfort fit offers a relaxed silhouette:
The comfort fit is designed with a straight cut and extra room in the shoulders and sleeves for ease of movement
How does the comfort fit compare to a regular fit in terms of chest and shoulder measurements? Is it recommended to size down for a more tailored look?Meanwhile, the satiny fabric's drape enhances the look:
Sateen’s long floats create heavier fabrics (140-170 g/m²) with excellent drape but reduced surface durability.
fumaofabric.comTogether, they produce a polished yet relaxed line suitable for both untucked and tucked wear.
- Weather versatility
Moisture-wicking and midweight for year-round, pairs with suits or chinos.
Why this is supported
The sateen weave actively manages moisture:
Longer floats enhance moisture wicking by creating continuous capillary pathways, making sateen excellent for moisture management.
fumaofabric.comThe fabric weight also supports seasonal versatility:
The satiny fabric is a sateen weave cotton, which typically falls in the midweight range around 200–300 GSM, making it suitable for year-round wear
What is the weight or thickness of the cotton fabric? Is it suitable for year-round wear or more for warmer seasons?This combination allows the shirt to be worn in warm conditions while maintaining a dressy appearance that pairs with suits or chinos for a smart-casual look.
- Origin and value
Le 31, exclusive Simons brand designed in Canada, at department-store price.
Why this is supported
The shirt is part of an exclusive collection:
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.caThis Canadian design provenance is emphasized, offering a locally conceived alternative at a department-store price point.
Image Analysis
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Product
Top-down studio image of a neatly folded long-sleeve dress shirt laid flat showing the front face: point collar, center button placket with visible buttons, and a folded left cuff resting on the shirt body. A small rectangular neck label is visible inside the collar.
- Overall shapeShirt is folded flat in a rectangular stack showing the front panel; sleeves folded under except left sleeve cuff folded over onto the shirt front.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - Collar styleClassic point collar with moderately wide spread and visible topstitching along collar edge; collar tips rest symmetrically near the center top of the folded shirt.
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x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.27 (high) - Center placket and buttonsNarrow center placket running vertically with four visible round, two-hole or four-hole glossy buttons spaced along it; button stitching visible as small thread crosses.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (high) - Left cuffSingle cuff folded onto the front left area of the shirt; cuff has an angled mitered corner and two visible buttons aligned vertically on the cuff placket.
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x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, satiny-looking woven fabric with a subtle sheen and no visible texture or pattern across the visible surface.
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x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - Neck labelSmall rectangular black neck label sewn to the inside back of the collar with white printed characters; label centered inside collar band.
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x 0.43 · y 0.07 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high) - Label text“31”
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x 0.46 · y 0.08 · w 0.10 · h 0.04 (high) - Additional label text (partial)“COUPE COMFORT / COMFORT FIT”Partial
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x 0.44 · y 0.10 · w 0.12 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Studio flat-lay shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadowing on the lower-left; even diffuse lighting and no visible props or packaging.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with soft diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows; shadow is more pronounced at the shirt lower-left edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing the front face of a folded shirt occupying the majority of the frame with even margins on left and right.
Colors
pale sky blue· shirt fabric#BDC5DAglossy white· buttonssolid black· neck label- Overall shapeShirt is folded flat in a rectangular stack showing the front panel; sleeves folded under except left sleeve cuff folded over onto the shirt front.