Le 31
Plaid Oxford Shirt Modern Fit
This is a long-sleeve plaid Oxford shirt in a modern fit, cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves. It features a button-down collar, left chest pocket, back yoke with center box pleat, and a curved hem. Made from an Oxford fabric blend of organic cotton and recycled cotton, this shirt is suitable for casual and smart-casual wear.
- Material
- organic cotton and recycled cotton blend
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Modern fit Oxford shirt with button-down collar, made from a blend of organic and recycled cotton.
Modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, button-down collar, Oxford fabric, sustainable cotton blend.
- Material
- organic cotton and recycled cotton blend
- Style
- modern
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
- button-down collar
- Oxford fabric
- organic cotton and recycled cotton blend
- plaid pattern
- exclusive design from Canada
Product Insights
Le 31's modern fit plaid Oxford shirt, available at $69, offers a slimmer silhouette than typical shirts at this price, crafted from a blend of 50% organic and 50% recycled cotton to lower environmental impact without sacrificing durability—the Oxford weave remains breathable and softens over time while holding its shape. Backed by Simons, a Canadian family-owned department store since the 1840s, this exclusive label delivers value by combining sustainable materials with classic shirt pricing.
- Fit
Modern fit is cut to hug the body, slimmer than regular fits at this price
Why this is supported
Le 31 describes its modern fit as
Our modern fit is cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, offering a more tailored silhouette than a regular (comfort) fit.
How does the modern fit compare to a regular fit in terms of chest width and sleeve length?. This tailored silhouette is a deliberate departure from the boxy regular fits common in the sub-$70 category: the same source notes it is
a deliberate design choice that appeals to wearers who find standard cuts too generous
How Le 31 compares to other house brands — modern_fit_silhouette.
- Material
50% organic cotton and 50% recycled cotton reduces environmental impact vs. conventional Oxford shirts.
Why this is supported
The shirt's official listing states:
Oxford fabric in an organic cotton and recycled cotton blend
lyst.comThis blend reduces pesticide use and water consumption through organic cotton, and diverts textile waste through recycled cotton.
The shirt is made from an organic and recycled cotton Oxford fabric.
Organic cotton and recycled cotton blend
lyst.comAt $69 CAD, this blend undercuts typical prices for similar eco-friendly shirts at major retailers, making it a value in sustainable apparel.
- Value
$69 matches basic shirt prices but uses organic and recycled fibers.
Why this is supported
A price comparison found that
at $69 CAD, this represents a sustainability spec that is frequently absent from the basic Oxford button-downs of H&M, Gap, or Uniqlo, where organic or recycled content typically commands a premium tier.
How Le 31 compares to other house brands — organic_recycled_cotton_oxfordSo this shirt delivers sustainable materials at a conventional-shirt price.
- Fabric performance
The Oxford weave stays breathable and softens without losing its shape over time.
Why this is supported
The Oxford weave's construction promotes airflow; a textile source explains that
Oxford fabric, particularly when made from 100% cotton, allows air to pass through it easily. This helps your skin breathe, making you feel cooler and more comfortable.
mypacklove.comAt the same time, the cotton fibers contribute
softness (which often improves with washing)
mypacklove.comwhile the Oxford weave retains its structural body, so the shirt breaks in without losing shape.
- Brand heritage
Exclusive Simons label from Canada's family-owned department store since 1840s.
Why this is supported
Le 31 is an exclusive label for Simons, a department store that has been family-run since the 1840s.
Simons is Canada’s oldest family-owned business? The department store has been around since the 1800s
canoe.comLe 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com- Breathability
Oxford fabric's open weave allows air to pass through easily.
Why this is supported
The open weave creates micro-grid channels that promote airflow. Research on Oxford fabric shows that
Oxford fabric, particularly when made from 100% cotton, allows air to pass through it easily
mypacklove.comand that the weave remains breathable even at a heavier weight:
allows the shirt to breathe effectively even at a heavier weight
How the organic/recycled cotton Oxford fabric feels and wears — open_weave_breathability. This ensures comfortable wear across temperatures.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve button-up plaid shirt worn by a model; collar, full button placket, left chest pocket, rolled sleeve cuffs, and visible hem are shown.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve button-up shirt worn open over a white tee, regular collar with top button visible, straight hem that falls to the upper hip.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.70 (high) - CollarPoint collar with visible collar stand and top buttonhole area; collar tips lie flat against the shirt.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.10 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Button placketCenter front button placket with evenly spaced round cream/ivory buttons; shirt worn unbuttoned over the midsection.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.55 (high) - Chest pocketLeft chest patch pocket aligned with the plaid pattern, pocket opening visible but no flap.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.26 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (medium) - Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves rolled once to just below the elbow on both arms, cuff interiors visible at the roll.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.46 · w 0.26 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.42 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high) - Plaid patternEvenly spaced horizontal and vertical stripes forming a large plaid grid across the shirt, with repeating wide light panels intersected by darker stripes.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte woven fabric with a soft oxford-like texture visible at normal photographic scale.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a male model against a plain light gray background; three-quarter crop framing from head to upper thighs, soft diffuse lighting with minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model facing forward with left hand in pocket and right arm relaxed by side; shirt worn over a white crew neck tee and paired with light tan pants.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.04 · w 0.90 · h 0.92 (high) - BackgroundEven, light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with subtle shadowing under the chin and slight shadow along the shirt folds.
- Image cropImage cropped to show the model from head to upper thighs; lower legs and feet not visible.
Colors
cream· main fabric background#C4C3BCdark green· dark horizontal and vertical stripesblack· thin dark accents#141412rust brown· thin warm accent lines#636463off-white· buttons#CCC3BB- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve button-up shirt worn open over a white tee, regular collar with top button visible, straight hem that falls to the upper hip.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve plaid button-up shirt on a model showing the back yoke, center box pleat, curved hem, full sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and a repeating plaid pattern.
- Overall silhouetteRear-facing long-sleeve shirt worn by a model, visible from upper shoulders down to just below the waist; hem is rounded at the center back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.86 (high) - Back yoke and pleatHorizontal back yoke across the shoulders with a centered vertical box pleat running down from the yoke to the mid back.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.08 · w 0.72 · h 0.22 (high) - CollarStandard shirt collar visible from the rear, laying flat and aligned with the yoke.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.03 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves with buttoned barrel cuffs; cuff plackets and buttons visible on both wrists.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.55 · w 0.23 · h 0.33 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.55 · w 0.23 · h 0.33 (high) - Hem shapeCurved hem at the back center, dipping slightly lower in the middle than at the sides.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.76 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Plaid patternRepeating plaid made of wide off-white/cream ground with horizontal and vertical dark green and black bands, with thinner lighter and faint red accent lines visible within the weave.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.64 (high) - Fabric textureWoven fabric with a matte, slightly brushed appearance consistent with an oxford or flannel weave.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (medium) - Buttons on cuffsSmall round light-colored buttons on each cuff; two buttons are visible on the right cuff and one on the left due to angle.
2 regions
x 0.73 · y 0.80 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.80 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model against a plain light background showing the rear of the shirt; even lighting with soft shadows and minimal reflections.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view of a standing male model cropped near mid-thigh; framing leaves generous negative space above the head and on both sides.
- BackgroundUniform light gray to off-white seamless background with no props.
- Model hair and neckShort brown hair and visible back of the model's neck and ears providing context for garment fit at the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.00 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with minimal directional shadows under the hem and slight shadowing under the arms.
Colors
cream· shirt grounddark green· plaid stripescharcoal and muted red accents· thin accent lines#1B1D1A- Overall silhouetteRear-facing long-sleeve shirt worn by a model, visible from upper shoulders down to just below the waist; hem is rounded at the center back.