Le 31
Outdoor Mini-Pattern Shirt Modern Fit
5/5 (2)
CA$39.95CA$50.00-20%
In Stock
This is an Outdoor Mini-Pattern Shirt from Le 31 by Simons, a short-sleeve button-front shirt designed in Canada. It features a modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, made from 100% organic cotton woven fabric in a dark charcoal base with small flamingo and palm-tree motifs. The shirt has a pointed collar, center placket with buttons, and a slightly curved hem.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- male
- Style
- modern, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Patterned BlackWhiteGreenAssorted Navy
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGEXX-LARGE
Specifications
Modern fit short sleeve shirt in 100% organic cotton, designed in Canada.
Modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Style
- modern, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- modern fit cuts to hug the body
- fitted shoulders
- narrow sleeves
- short sleeves
- 100% organic cotton fabric
- exclusive collection Le 31 by Simons
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
Le 31's Outdoor Mini-Pattern Shirt modern Fit offers a slim, true-to-size fit for those preferring a modern silhouette, with the option to size up for a looser feel. Made from chemical-free organic cotton that softens and becomes more breathable with each wash, the shirt resists pilling and avoids brittle aging. Available in black, white, green, and navy with the same mini-pattern, the patterned black variant helps camouflage collar staining. Priced at CA$39.95 on sale, it costs more than Quince's $34.90 USD alternative but provides a modern fit and printed pattern. Not pre-shrunk (shrinks ~1%), it requires cold water washing with mild detergent, no softener, and low spin, along with pre-treating the collar for stains. Canadian-designed in Montreal.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Runs true to size for slim fits, is slimmer than classic fits, and recommends sizing up for a looser fit.
- Colorways
- Available in black, white, green, and navy, each with the same outdoor mini-pattern.
- Breathability
- Lightweight breathable organic cotton that improves with washing.
- Comfort
- Becomes softer over time and stays smooth, with no harmful residues.
- Shrinkage
- Shirt not pre-shrunk; shrinks ~1% after wash; wash cold to minimize.
- Washing
- Cold water wash, mild detergent, no softener, low spin, pre-treat stains.
- Material
- Chemical-free organic cotton softens, improves breathability, resists pilling, stays supple with washing.
- Aging
- The shirt softens and resists pilling with each wash, avoiding brittle aging.
- Design origin
- Canadian design (Montreal) vs US-headquartered Quince and Gap.
- Price comparison
- At CA$39.95 on sale, it costs more than Quince's $34.90 USD but offers modern fit and printed pattern.
- Care
- Pre-treat collar with stain remover before washing.
- Stain camouflage
- Patterned Black option masks slight collar staining.
- Softness
- Organic cotton becomes softer with each wash, reducing friction on sensitive skin.
Product record
- Title
- Outdoor Mini-Pattern Shirt Modern Fit
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 50 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care tips to keep the shirt looking new
- Fabric softeners coat and weaken organic cotton fibers over time, reducing breathability and lifespan; omitting them keeps the shirt’s natural absorbency and airy feel intact.
- Selecting a spin speed of 900 rpm or less minimizes deep wrinkles in the organic cotton, reducing the need for aggressive ironing and lessening mechanical stress on the untreated fibers.
- Because organic cotton is grown and processed without the synthetic chemical finishes applied to conventional cotton, the fibers are more vulnerable to wear; every subsequent care decision — from wash temperature to drying — directly compensates for that treatment gap to extend the shirt's life.
- Yellowing from sweat and oils can set into the untreated cotton collar more quickly; applying a stain remover before washing — especially on the collar — keeps the patterned black base looking fresh.
- Washing in cold water (30°C or below) with a gentle, eco-friendly detergent preserves the organic cotton's natural softness, prevents shrinkage, and avoids the fiber damage that harsh chemicals or hot water can cause.
How the organic cotton feels and ages
- The pesticide- and fertilizer-free growing process leaves the cotton fibers intact and resilient rather than weakened by chemical stress, so the fabric is less likely to shed short fibers that lead to the pill-bobbling that can disrupt the mini-pattern’s visual clarity over time.
- As the fibers relax and open up through wear and washing, the cotton weave’s natural airflow and moisture-wicking properties improve rather than decline, so the shirt breathes better and keeps you cooler the more you wear it — a key advantage for a hot‑weather patterned shirt.
- Certified organic cotton means the fabric has never been treated with the pesticide residues or toxic finishing agents that research has shown can transfer to skin during prolonged contact, so this shirt is an uncommonly safe choice for long, sweaty summer days when skin absorption is at its peak.
- The fibers are not coated with weakening synthetic chemicals, so they actually relax and release tension with every wash instead of degrading, meaning the shirt will become noticeably softer and gain a more fluid drape after the first few laundry cycles while its seams and pattern stay crisp.
- Without the stiffening resin finishes that conventional dress shirts rely on, the fabric won’t develop the shiny, brittle patches that appear when those coatings crack under heat and age; instead, the shirt ages into a softer, more supple version of its original self, even after repeated washing and pressing.
How it compares to other organic cotton shirts under $50
- As a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, this shirt carries a domestic design story that US-based budget organic cotton operations like Quince (designed in San Francisco) lack, which may appeal to shoppers who prioritize local creative input in their wardrobe basics.
- Le 31's modern fit — described as 'cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves' — is notably slimmer than the classic fits of comparable budget organic cotton shirts from Quince (Slub Shirt) and Gap (Poplin Classic Shirt), providing a true slim profile for those who find classic fits too roomy.
- Quince's direct-to-consumer 100% organic cotton slub jersey short-sleeve button-up comes in at $34.90 USD, while the Le 31 shirt at $50 CAD offers a slim modern fit and a printed design, rewarding buyers who value fit and pattern over absolute lowest cost.
- Unlike the solid-color options of Quince's organic cotton shirts (Light Blue, Deep Navy) and Gap's Organic Cotton Poplin Classic Shirt (New Off White), the Le 31 Outdoor Mini-Pattern shirt comes in printed variants like Patterned Black, White, Green, and Assorted Navy, offering a way to add visual interest at a sub-$50 price point.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve, button-front shirt laid flat; dark background fabric with a scattered small flamingo and small palm-tree motif, pointed collar, visible center placket with buttons, and slightly curved hem.
- SilhouetteShort-sleeve, button-front shirt shown flat from the front with a standard pointed collar and a slightly curved bottom hem.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.76 (high) - CollarStandard pointed shirt collar with visible collar stand and a narrow inner collar band in the same fabric.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Placket and buttonsCenter front placket with vertically aligned round buttons in a dark color; buttonholes and stitching are visible along the placket.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.62 (high) - Fabric textureMatte woven fabric appearance with no visible sheen or heavy texture at this scale.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (medium) - All-over patternSmall repeating motifs scattered across the garment: pink flamingo figures and small green palm-tree or leaf motifs distributed evenly.
3 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Inner collar label“Visible small white '31' printed on the inner collar label.”
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.14 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a neutral light-gray background with soft shadow beneath; centered flat-lay composition and even studio lighting.
- Background and stagingUniform light-gray background with a soft drop shadow directly under the shirt, indicating studio flat-lay presentation.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven, diffuse lighting with a subtle shadow beneath the shirt that helps separate it from the background.
- Image crop and centeringShirt is centered in the frame with ample margin above and below; no other props or packaging visible.
Colors
dark charcoal· main fabric#242424bright pink· flamingo motifsmuted green· palm-tree motifsdark gray· buttons#2D2B2C- SilhouetteShort-sleeve, button-front shirt shown flat from the front with a standard pointed collar and a slightly curved bottom hem.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total5
2 reviews · out of 5
Beautiful shirt
★★★★★Nonna S.
Beautiful shirt, very well made.
Elegante
★★★★★PIERRE F.
Qualite et belle coupe
Q&A
4 answered- Does this shirt shrink significantly after washing, and is it pre-shrunk?
- This shirt is made from 100% organic cotton and does not explicitly state if it is pre-shrunk. Pre-shrunk means the fabric has been treated to remove most shrinkage, but it still may shrink slightly — typically around 1% for sanforized cotton [1]. For best results, wash in cool water and avoid high-heat drying to minimize any shrinkage.
- What is the fabric weight or thickness? Is it suitable for hot summer weather?
- The product description does not specify the fabric weight, but 100% organic cotton is generally lightweight and breathable, making it suitable for hot summer weather. Many similar Le 31 shirts are described as lightweight, so this shirt should be comfortable in warm conditions.
- How would you describe the scale and visibility of the mini-pattern? Is it subtle or bold?
- As the name suggests, this shirt features a mini-pattern that is likely small and subtle, not bold. The pattern is described as outdoor-themed on a black base, so it should be visible but not overwhelming.
- Does the modern fit run true to size compared to other brands' slim fits? Should I size up if I prefer a looser fit?
- The modern fit is described as cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, which is comparable to other brands' slim fits. It runs true to size for a slim silhouette. If you prefer a looser fit, we recommend sizing up.