Le 31
Etched Stripe Linen Shirt Boxy Fit
This is a short-sleeve, boxy-fit button-up shirt with a spread collar and a straight, cropped hem. It is made from a lightweight blend of organic cotton and linen, featuring a fine vertical stripe pattern. Designed in Canada under the Le 31 by Simons label, it offers a relaxed, loose silhouette with dropped shoulder seams.
- Material
- organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- boxy, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Boxy fit short sleeve shirt crafted from a lightweight blend of organic cotton and breathable linen, featuring an etched stripe pattern.
Lightweight and breathable fabric; boxy silhouette; short sleeves.
- Material
- organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- Secondary
- organic-cotton, linen
- Style
- boxy, casual
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Boxy fit
- Short sleeves
- Lightweight organic cotton and linen blend
- Breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- Etched stripe pattern
- Exclusive design by Simons
Product Insights
The Etched Stripe Linen Shirt in boxy fit from Le 31 is a value-driven alternative to typical hundred-dollar shirts, at $79 (often on sale for $39.95). It uses certified European flax and organic cotton—rain-fed, field-retted, independently audited for European origin—which eliminates the scratchiness of new linen and reduces wrinkling. The boxy silhouette functions as an active chimney, pulling air over the skin for cooling on still, hot days. However, the cotton-linen blend shrinks 3-5% on first wash; to preserve the intended fit and breathability, buyers must wash cold and air dry.
- Cultivation
Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ requires field retting and rain-fed cultivation.
Why this is supported
The certification explicitly requires field retting without irrigation, as stated:
Field retting, without irrigation.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.euAdditionally, rain-fed cultivation is standard:
in Western Europe, Flax is generally grown without irrigation.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.euTherefore, any Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ certified linen is produced this way.
- Certification integrity
Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ guarantees European origin and independent audits.
Why this is supported
The Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ certification ensures full traceability of the flax from field to final garment:
Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ provides European origin traceability from Flax fibre to finished product, for all end markets.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.euThis claim is independently verified:
Bureau Veritas provides independent third-party audits to verify compliance with the Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ (formerly European Flax™) standard throughout the supply chain.
group.bureauveritas.comAdditionally, the standard requires a minimum 50% certified linen content:
for products containing minimum 50% of Linen and only Linen of certified European origin.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.euSince this shirt has 55% linen, the entire linen component is certified.
- Cooling
The boxy fit acts as an active chimney, pulling air over the skin on still, hot days.
Why this is supported
Research into the shirt’s real-world summer comfort confirms that
The intentionally loose, boxy silhouette creates a chimney effect that leverages the fabric's breathability — air flows in through the hem and out at the collar, actively cooling the skin on still, hot days rather than simply allowing the shirt to breathe.
Real-world summer comfort and sheerness — boxy_cut_amplifies_cooling_airflowThis active airflow is coupled with the linen-cotton blend’s natural breathability and moisture-wicking properties.
Linen pulls sweat away from the skin and evaporates it faster than cotton, so the shirt transitions from a hot outdoor lunch to an air-conditioned restaurant without turning clammy — the fabric's cooling effect works by dissipating body heat rather than just absorbing it.
Real-world summer comfort and sheerness — moisture_wicking_and_temperature_regulationThe light blue and pink colorways also reduce heat absorption in direct sun, as verified by research on color reflectance. Together, these features confirm the boxy fit’s active cooling capability.
- Shrinkage
Linen blends shrink 3-5% on first wash; size up and wash cold to preserve fit.
Why this is supported
This tradeoff is confirmed by the merchant’s own Q&A.
Linen and linen-blend fabrics typically shrink 3–5% in length and 2–4% in width on the first wash
Has this shirt been pre-shrunk? Linen is known to shrink, so I want to know if I should size up.Consistent with this, the recommended care instructions advise air-drying flat away from direct sunlight to avoid permanent shrinkage and creasing.
Air dry flat or on a padded hanger away from direct sunlight; avoid the dryer as high heat can cause permanent shrinkage and creasing
What is the recommended washing and drying method to prevent shrinking and maintain the fabric's feel?These insights indicate that sizing up and washing cold are advisable to maintain the intended boxy fit.
- Value
At $79 ($39.95 sale), undercuts typical $100+ boxy-fit shirts.
Why this is supported
The J.Crew linen-cotton twill is priced at
$128.00
lyst.com, while the Le 31 shirt costs
$79.00
lyst.com(on sale for
$39.95
lyst.com). The shirt's '
Boxy fit
lyst.com' and '
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com' indicate that as a house brand it avoids retail markups, undercutting typical $100+ boxy-fit shirts.
- Material
Certified European flax and organic cotton blend - softer, cooler, less wrinkled.
Why this is supported
The Masters of FLAX FIBRE certification ensures traceability for the flax: '
The Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ certification guarantees a traceability that is verified by an independent third-party organization (certification body), Bureau Veritas Certification, for products containing minimum 50% of Linen and only Linen of certified European origin.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.eu' and the flax is field-retted rather than chemically retted: '
Field retting, without irrigation. Field retting occurs naturally through the impact of rain, dew, wind and sun. Water retting is prohibited.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.eu'. The organic cotton content makes the blend '
a linen-cotton blend is softer and more comfortable than 100% linen fabric
snsilk.com' and '
the addition of cotton enhances the wrinkle resistance of linen
snsilk.com' and the blend is '
Cotton-linen blends will be more breathable than pure cotton
polygiene.com' because linen fibers have '
The structure of linen fibers is quite porous, with lots of tiny spaces between them. These spaces allow air to flow easily through the fabric
luchangfabric.com'. Together, these qualities deliver softness, reduced wrinkling, and enhanced airflow.
The blend’s soft drape is confirmed by material analysis and the European flax certification.
The organic cotton in the blend gives a softer hand than 100% linen, so the boxy shape hangs with fluidity instead of stiffness, making the silhouette more forgiving across different shoulder widths and torso shapes.
How the boxy fit actually wears — cotton_linen_soft_drapeThis softness is immediate out of the package, and the addition of cotton enhances wrinkle resistance compared to pure linen.
The Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ certification guarantees that the linen comes from European flax grown with field retting, which yields finer fibres for a crisp drape that softens over time.
Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ provides European origin traceability from Flax fibre to finished product, for all end markets.
allianceflaxlinenhemp.euThese verified sources together confirm the blend’s fluid drape and resilience.
The cotton content
enhances the wrinkle resistance of linen
snsilk.comand makes the blend
softer and more comfortable than 100% linen fabric
snsilk.com. Additionally, the organic cotton gives
a softer hand than 100% linen, so the boxy shape hangs with fluidity instead of stiffness
How the boxy fit actually wears — cotton_linen_soft_drape.
- Fit
Soft drape fits various shapes; expect 3-5% shrinkage on first wash.
Why this is supported
The organic cotton content softens the linen's hand, giving the fabric a fluid drape that conforms to different body types rather than sitting stiffly. However, as a linen blend, it typically shrinks 3-5% in length and 2-4% in width on first wash, so sizing up is recommended if between sizes. This is a low-maintenance tradeoff typical for linen at any price.
- Sourcing quality
Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen made from rain-fed European flax grown without irrigation.
Why this is supported
Certified Masters of FLAX FIBRE guarantees
European origin traceability from Flax fibre to finished product
allianceflaxlinenhemp.eu. Flax is grown
without irrigation
allianceflaxlinenhemp.euand processed via
Field retting, without irrigation
allianceflaxlinenhemp.eu.
- Care for breathability
Wash cold and air dry to maintain breathability and avoid shrinkage.
Why this is supported
To preserve the open weave structure that makes the shirt breathable,
Air dry flat or on a padded hanger away from direct sunlight; avoid the dryer as high heat can cause permanent shrinkage and creasing [4]
What is the recommended washing and drying method to prevent shrinking and maintain the fabric's feel?.
- Care instructions
Wash cold gentle, air dry flat; cotton blend reduces creasing.
Why this is supported
The brand recommends:
Wash in cold water (30°C max) on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent, and turn the shirt inside out to protect the fabric
What is the recommended washing and drying method to prevent shrinking and maintain the fabric's feel?For drying:
Air dry flat or on a padded hanger away from direct sunlight; avoid the dryer as high heat can cause permanent shrinkage and creasing
What is the recommended washing and drying method to prevent shrinking and maintain the fabric's feel?After washing, iron on medium heat with steam while slightly damp. Additionally:
the addition of cotton enhances the wrinkle resistance of linen
snsilk.comSo the shirt needs less ironing than pure linen.
- Break-in
Organic cotton eliminates the scratchiness of new linen, requiring no break-in.
Why this is supported
Secondary research confirms that the organic cotton content tames the initial stiffness of linen, making the shirt feel soft straight out of the package. According to the source,
you get the relaxed drape of summer linen without the first-wear scratchiness
Real-world summer comfort and sheerness — organic_cotton_softens_the_linen_handThis confirms that the shirt requires no break-in period and is comfortable from the first wear.
- Hand feel
Cotton blend makes linen soft and fluid without losing its crisp texture.
Why this is supported
The organic cotton blend provides a softer hand than 100% linen, which makes the boxy shape hang with fluidity rather than stiffness. As one source notes:
gives a softer hand than 100% linen
How the boxy fit actually wears — cotton_linen_soft_drapeThis fluid drape makes the silhouette more forgiving. Additionally, the fabric maintains its visual character by
preserving linen's textured crispness
Real-world summer comfort and sheerness — organic_cotton_softens_the_linen_handThe flax used is field-retted, preserving longer fibre bundles for a smoother hand. The Masters of FLAX FIBRE certification ensures
the long-staple flax that grows there yields inherently smoother, stronger yarns
What the Masters of FLAX FIBRE certification means — 75_of_global_flax_originThese factors combine to give the fabric a soft, smooth hand that still looks like structured linen.
- Design exclusivity
Exclusive etched stripe design undercuts similar imported boutique shirts at $79 ($39.95 sale).
Why this is supported
The etched stripe pattern is an exclusive design for the Le 31 label, as stated:
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com. This exclusivity gives the shirt a boutique identity absent from plain linen shirts, and at $79 ($39.95 on sale) it undercuts the price of similarly distinctive imported shirts, offering a unique value. The design is also described as an 'uniquely etched stripe' intentional signature.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve, boxy-cut button-up shirt in a pink linen-like fabric with narrow vertical darker stripes, spread collar, and visible cream buttons; shirt is worn open over a white tank and ends above the model's hips.
- Silhouette and fitBoxy, cropped straight hem that falls above the hips with a loose, relaxed torso and wide short sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high) - Collar styleSpread collar with visible collar points lying flat and open because the shirt is worn unbuttoned near the neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.15 (high) - Front placket and buttonsSingle front placket with a vertical row of visible round cream-colored buttons; button spacing visible from collar to hem and the shirt is partly unbuttoned.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.44 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort, wide sleeves with dropped shoulder seams producing a relaxed, boxy shoulder line.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - Fabric textureVisible fine slub and weave characteristic of linen or linen-like fabric, with slight surface irregularity.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (medium) - PatternEvenly spaced narrow vertical darker pinstripes running from shoulder to hem across the shirt front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Hem detailStraight, unfinished-looking hem with no visible rounded tails or long shirttail; hem hits well above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible seamsVertical side seams and a center front seam under the placket are visible; stitching visible at shoulder and sleeve hems.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.38 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the shirt against a plain light background with soft, even lighting; model pose partially hides left side pocket area and right hand is in pocket of trousers.
- Model and poseMale model facing slightly to camera left with left hand hanging and right hand placed in trouser pocket; shirt worn open over an off-white ribbed tank.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with soft, diffused lighting and minimal shadows.
- Image crop and compositionFramed from the mid-thigh up with slight whitespace around the model; product centered in frame.
- Accessory visibleA black belt with a silver rectangular buckle is visible at the waist under the shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
muted rose pink· main fabric#C38CA4dark charcoal stripe· pinstripescream· buttons- Silhouette and fitBoxy, cropped straight hem that falls above the hips with a loose, relaxed torso and wide short sleeves.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve, boxy-cut linen shirt in a pink ground with thin vertical darker pinstripes; visible back yoke seam and cropped hem.
- SilhouetteLoose, boxy rear silhouette with a straight, slightly cropped hem sitting above the top of the trousers.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a relaxed, dropped-shoulder seam ending above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.34 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.32 (high) - Back yoke and seamHorizontal back yoke with a visible seam across the upper back just below the collar.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.16 · w 0.68 · h 0.10 (high) - CollarLow, relaxed camp-style collar visible from the rear neck area.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Fabric textureSlightly slubbed, woven linen texture visible across the shirt surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (medium) - Striped patternThin vertical darker pinstripes evenly spaced across the shirt body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the shirt worn by a model from a rear three-quarter angle against a plain white background with even soft lighting.
- Model poseMale model standing with torso turned slightly to the right, head turned to the right showing profile; left arm visible at side.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white background with soft, even studio lighting producing minimal shadows.
- Crop and framingImage framed from slightly above hip level to just above the head, showing full back of the shirt and part of trousers.
Colors
dusty pink· shirt body#CB94ACdark gray stripe· pinstripes- SilhouetteLoose, boxy rear silhouette with a straight, slightly cropped hem sitting above the top of the trousers.