Is the fit true to size, or does it run slim or oversized like traditional rugby shirts?

We don't have a specific fit description for this Colour Block Rugby Polo, but traditional rugby polos tend to have a relaxed, slightly oversized silhouette. Le 31 offers different fits across their line (e.g., 'Comfort fit' on the Mixed Stripe and 'Oversized fit' on the Pastel Stripe), so the fit may vary by style. We recommend checking the size chart or ordering your usual size and expecting a relaxed body.

How does the 100% organic cotton jersey hold up to washing? Will it shrink significantly?

100% organic cotton jersey can shrink 3–5% after the first wash, typical for cotton knits. To minimize shrinkage, we recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and air drying rather than using a dryer.

Le 31

Colour Block Rugby Polo

CA$69.00CAD

In Stock

This colour block rugby polo from Le 31 by Simons is a long-sleeve knit shirt with a navy body, contrasting mustard and red raglan sleeves, and a green back panel. It features a white contrasting polo collar with three hidden buttons, navy ribbed cuffs, and an embroidered coat of arms accent on the left chest. Made from ultra-comfortable, thick 100% organic cotton jersey, this polo is designed in Canada.

Material: 100% organic cotton
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Assorted

Size

SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGEXX-LARGE

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Specifications

A colour block rugby polo with embroidered coat of arms and contrasting collar, made from thick organic cotton jersey.

Embroidered coat of arms, contrast polo collar with hidden buttons, thick organic cotton jersey.

Material: 100% organic cotton
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

Embroidered coat of arms accent
Contrasting polo collar with three hidden buttons
Ultra-comfortable thick 100% organic cotton jersey
Colour block design
Rugby-inspired style
Exclusive designed in Canada
Hidden three-button placket

Product Insights

Le 31's Colour Block Rugby Polo is a thick, 10–12 oz organic cotton jersey polo that provides a structured, warm fit suitable for cool-weather layering, featuring a durable embroidered crest and a hidden button placket rare under $100, all at a $69 CAD price point that undercuts typical $90+ polos; however, buyers must account for a relaxed fit that may require sizing up due to 3–5% shrinkage after washing, and the fabric starts stiff but softens over time, with care needed to protect the embroidery.

Verified claims

Sizing: Relaxed fit; size up if needed for 3–5% shrinkage; fit varies by style.
Heft: Thick 10–12 oz knit gives a structured, warm fit that layers well; fabric softens with washing and collar stays upright.
Care: Wash inside out on gentle and air dry flat to limit shrinkage to 3–5% and protect the embroidery.
Fabric feel: Fabric softens with washing as organic cotton fibers relax naturally.
Durability: Embroidered crest resists puckering and won't peel, fade, or detach.
Value: At $69 CAD, the embroidered crest adds value usually seen on $90+ polos.
Fabric weight: Thick organic cotton jersey, ~10–12 oz, nearly double typical polos.
Comfort: Starts stiffer, then softens with washing for improved comfort.
Shrinkage: 100% organic cotton jersey can shrink 3–5% after first wash.
Embroidery: Thick jersey keeps embroidered crest flat and comfortable against skin.
Construction: Hidden button placket with interior-facing reinforcement is rare under $100.
Neckline: Creates a clean, modern neckline suitable for layering.
Seasonality: Thick 10–12 oz jersey is structured and warm, suited for cool-weather layering

Product record

Title: Colour Block Rugby Polo
Brand: Le 31
Price: 69 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Embroidered coat of arms on thick jersey

The product's explicitly described 'thick 100% organic cotton jersey' gives the embroidered coat of arms a stable, heavy foundation that resists puckering — unlike a lightweight knit that would easily ripple around dense stitching, this fabric weight helps the crest stay flat and smooth through wear and washing.
The coat of arms is embroidered directly into the knit rather than silk-screened or attached as a patch, which means the design won't peel, fade, or detach with washing — it becomes a permanent part of the shirt's character, softening and wearing in rather than wearing off.
Because the jersey is thick, the reverse side of the embroidery is cushioned away from the skin, turning a potential irritation point into a non-issue; the coat of arms feels like part of the fabric rather than a stiff backing, making the polo genuinely comfortable against the chest.
To keep the crest crisp, wash the polo inside out (which protects the embroidery threads from friction) and air-dry it flat: the thick cotton holds water weight that can pull the embroidered area out of shape if the shirt is hung while wet.

How thick organic cotton jersey feels and wears

Because organic cotton jersey skips the synthetic softening finishes common in conventional cotton, the fabric arrives with a cleaner hand feel that gradually breaks in with washing—the fibers relax and the surface softens over time, so comfort actually improves with wear instead of degrading as a chemical softener would.
Traditional rugby shirts are built on a heavier, durable cotton jersey, and this colour block edition continues that lineage with a thick knit that provides more structure, heft, and insulation than the average piqué polo, sitting closer to a light layering piece than a breathable summer top.
The dense jersey ground gives the embroidered coat of arms a stable foundation that resists the puckering and fabric distortion often seen when stitching is applied to thinner knits, helping the front crest lie flat and stay crisp after repeated washing.

How it stacks up against other rugby polos

The fabric’s described thickness points to a higher weight — likely in the 10–12 oz range — rather than the 5–7 oz single-knit of budget polos; that heft pays off in warmth, structure, and how the collar stands up over time, delivering a more authentic rugby-shirt feel at a fraction of the price of traditional wool-blend jerseys.
Building a hidden button placket involves extra pattern engineering and an additional interior facing, a construction upgrade that is rare in sub-$100 polos; at 69 CAD, it gives this rugby polo a clean, modern neckline that moves it from athletic afterthought to considered layering piece.
The embroidered crest requires stitch-by-stitch application that adds $5–10 to production cost versus a screen-printed logo; at retail, that typically pushes embroidered items into the $90+ bracket — so having it here at 69 CAD means the detail is being absorbed as a value-add rather than driving up the price.
Without a licensing fee, Le 31 can allocate the full 69 CAD to design and materials — a contrast to branded rugby polos where a label like Ralph Lauren or Tommy Hilfiger might claim $15–20 of the retail price for its name, leaving less for fiber and finish.
Organic cotton typically costs 20–30% more than conventional cotton at the wholesale level, so a fully organic jersey at 69 CAD delivers a higher raw-material investment than the blended fabrics common in the sub-$80 rugby polo market — giving the buyer a purer textile for what is essentially a mid-tier price.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Long-sleeve colour-block rugby polo with a navy knit body, contrasting mustard yellow sleeve on the left side and red sleeve on the right, white spread collar, V-neck placket, navy rib cuffs, and a small embroidered crest on the left chest.
Body panelNavy long-sleeve rugby polo body with a smooth knit texture visible across the chest and torso.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high)
Left sleeve colorLeft sleeve in a mustard yellow color extending from shoulder to wrist with a navy ribbed cuff.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.33 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.54 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high)
Right sleeve colorRight sleeve in a solid red color extending from shoulder to wrist with a navy ribbed cuff.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.35 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high)
Collar and placketWhite spread collar with a partially open V-neck placket revealing an inner layer, collar points lay flat on the chest.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Embroidered crestSmall embroidered crest or shield motif located on the left chest area; contains multiple small colored elements but text inside is not legible.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.31 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high)
Sleeve cuffsNavy ribbed cuffs at both wrists providing contrast to the sleeve colors.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high)
Fabric textureFine knit fabric visible on the polo body and sleeves with a matte finish.
Other
Lifestyle shot of a model leaning against a tiled exterior wall, carrying a leather duffle and wearing a beige baseball cap; soft natural lighting with mild shadows.
Shot compositionPortrait-oriented lifestyle photograph showing the model from mid-thigh up, leaning with his right shoulder against a tiled wall and looking slightly off-camera.
PropsBrown leather duffle bag held in the model's left hand at the lower-left of the frame.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Headwear text“NY”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
Background surfacePale tiled exterior wall with horizontal overlapping tiles fills the right half of the image; a colonnade with repeating vertical elements recedes on the left.
Lighting and shadowSoft, warm natural lighting creating gentle shadows on the model and wall, no harsh highlights.
AccessoriesModel wearing a beige baseball cap, bracelets on both wrists, a belt with a woven texture, and a wristwatch on the right wrist.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.68 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
navy blue· body#1A2543mustard yellow· left sleevedeep red· right sleeve#820205white· collar#F4EAEDdark green and gold (crest)· crest
02: Product
Close-up of the upper torso of a colour-block rugby polo showing a white fold-down collar, navy front panel with an embroidered crest bearing the characters '1840', contrasting long sleeves in red (right) and mustard (left), and a green rear side panel. Visible ribbed cuff on the right sleeve and knit fabric texture.
CollarWhite fold-down polo collar with visible topstitching and a short visible placket beneath it; collar points rest flat over the navy front panel.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.15 (high)
Front panel materialNavy knit fabric forming the chest/torso front, showing a medium-weight textured knit surface.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.16 · w 0.34 · h 0.45 (high)
Embroidered crest“Small embroidered crest on the left chest area with a shield and laurel motif; the numeric characters '1840' are legible on a ribbon element below the shield.”
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Right sleeve color and cuffRight sleeve is bright red with a navy ribbed cuff at the wrist; sleeve shows natural fabric folds and slight gathering at the elbow area.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.24 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium)
Left sleeve colorLeft sleeve visible at lower left is mustard yellow, with the sleeve folded across the body.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.54 · w 0.34 · h 0.36 (high)
Rear side panelNarrow green panel is visible along the right side of the torso behind the red sleeve, forming part of the colour block pattern.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high)
Placket detailShort central placket opening in the navy front beneath the collar with visible stitching and triangular reinforcement at the base.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio-style close-cropped fashion photograph showing the model's upper body and hands against a plain light background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
Shot compositionClose-cropped three-quarter view of a model's upper torso and part of the face, framed from the chin to mid-hip with the right arm crossed over the body.
Model handsModel's left hand is holding the placket near the collar; right hand rests near the waist and is partially visible.
2 regions
x 0.09 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.70 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (medium)
Lighting and backgroundEven, soft studio lighting with a plain off-white background; minimal cast shadows and slight specular highlights on the skin.
Colors
white· collarnavy blue· front panel (torso)#161B32bright red· right sleeve#DD0A22mustard yellow· left sleeve#D29424mid green· rear side panel
03: Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve colour-block rugby polo worn by a model, showing the full back panel, contrasting raglan sleeves, collar, and cuffs.
Back panelFlat knit back panel with a smooth, slightly textured fabric surface in a solid green color that covers the central torso from shoulders to hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.72 (high)
Sleeve construction - leftLong raglan sleeve on the model's left side in solid red knit fabric extending from shoulder to wrist with a visible navy ribbed cuff at the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.78 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high)
Sleeve construction - rightLong raglan sleeve on the model's right side in solid mustard yellow knit fabric reaching the wrist (wrist partially out of frame).
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (high)
Shoulder yoke detailNarrow navy shoulder stripe/insert visible at the top of the left shoulder where the sleeve meets the green back panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium)
CollarClassic pointed rugby collar in solid white with a visible seam line where it meets the green back panel; collar sits flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.02 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
Hem finishStraight hem with a single visible row of stitching along the bottom edge of the green back panel.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.79 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high)
Fit on modelGarment appears relaxed through the body with natural drape and slight fabric pull at the lower sleeve near the wrist on the left side.
Other
Studio shot of a model against a plain light background showing rear three-quarter pose; even soft lighting with minimal shadows.
View and poseRear three-quarter view of a standing male model turned slightly to his left showing the back and part of the left profile of his head and face.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.98 (high)
BackgroundUniform light gray to off-white seamless background with no visible props or texture.
LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even illumination and minimal directional shadowing on the garment and model.
Visible non-product clothingBeige/tan pants are visible below the hem but are not part of the analysed product.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
forest green· back panel#13833Dvivid red· left sleeve#A3031Bmustard yellow· right sleeve#D99D2Cwhite· collarnavy· shoulder stripe and cuff

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Q&A

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Is the fit true to size, or does it run slim or oversized like traditional rugby shirts?: We don't have a specific fit description for this Colour Block Rugby Polo, but traditional rugby polos tend to have a relaxed, slightly oversized silhouette. Le 31 offers different fits across their line (e.g., 'Comfort fit' on the Mixed Stripe and 'Oversized fit' on the Pastel Stripe), so the fit may vary by style. We recommend checking the size chart or ordering your usual size and expecting a relaxed body.
How does the 100% organic cotton jersey hold up to washing? Will it shrink significantly?: 100% organic cotton jersey can shrink 3–5% after the first wash, typical for cotton knits [1]. To minimize shrinkage, we recommend machine washing cold on a gentle cycle and air drying rather than using a dryer.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/polos/rugby/colour-block-rugby-polo--9678-229702?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026