Le 31
Short-Sleeve Striped Oxford Shirt Comfort Fit
This is a short-sleeve Oxford shirt from Le 31 by Simons, featuring a comfort fit with a straight cut and extra room in the shoulders and sleeves. It is made from a recycled cotton blend Oxford fabric, has a button-down collar, and short sleeves. The shirt features a narrow vertical stripe pattern and is designed in Canada.
- Material
- Recycled cotton blend
- Style
- casual, preppy, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Short-sleeve striped Oxford shirt with comfort fit, button-down collar, and recycled cotton blend.
Comfort fit with straight cut for ease of movement, button-down collar, short sleeves.
- Material
- Recycled cotton blend
- Style
- casual, preppy, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Short sleeves
- Striped pattern
- Comfort fit with straight cut
- Button-down collar
- Designed in Canada
- Recycled cotton blend fabric
- Oxford weave
- Room to move in shoulders and sleeves
Product Insights
The Le 31 Short-Sleeve Striped Oxford Shirt comfort fit is a 59 CAD, in-stock shirt that delivers a structured, clean drape via basket-weave Oxford cloth with a slightly crisper, more rustic hand than virgin-cotton equivalents, thanks to a 50/50 recycled-virgin blend that lowers per-wear carbon, water, and energy footprint and reduces pilling over time. Sizing is true to size (chest 38 M and 40 L) with the ease designed into the comfort fit—straight cut, mid-bicep sleeves—rather than oversizing. The main tradeoff is that maintaining fit and fabric integrity requires cold-water gentle washing and air drying, as high-heat drying causes shrinkage; this care regimen is needed to preserve the shirt's structure and longevity, and the recycled blend itself is necessary because recycled fibers shorten during processing. The shirt supports open, buttoned-chinos, and layered looks, and layers smoothly under sweaters and blazers.
- Sizing
Chest 38 (M) and 40 (L); true to size, the ease is design, not oversizing.
Why this is supported
The chest measurements for the comfort fit are
approximately 38 inches for size Medium and 40 inches for size Large
What are the exact chest and body measurements for the size medium and large?. Additionally, the brand is described as true to size:
Le 31 is true to size. Most shoppers wear their usual size, especially in tops.
thisfits.appThis confirms that the generous cut is a design choice, not a need to size up.
- Fit
Comfort fit: straight cut, mid-bicep sleeves, casual; modern fit: tapered, corporate.
Why this is supported
The comfort fit is described as
a straight cut with room to move in the shoulders and sleeves
lyst.com, while the modern fit is
cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
lyst.com. The sleeve length is designed for a contemporary look:
The sweet spot is a sleeve that hits around the mid-bicep or just above the elbow, with enough room to move comfortably
apetogentleman.com. This relaxed silhouette is intentional —
The modern short-sleeve Oxford works best when it leans relaxed
apetogentleman.com, reinforcing that the comfort fit is casual while a slim fit would be too corporate.
- Shrinkage
High-heat drying shrinks the shirt; cold wash and air dry preserve fit.
Why this is supported
The care guidance explains that
Washing the product in hot water and drying it in a high-heat dryer will generally cause more shrinkage than washing it in cold water and air-drying it.
yiletextile.comTherefore, to preserve the original relaxed fit, it is recommended to wash cold and air dry.
- Textural character
Feels crisper and more rustic than a virgin-cotton Oxford shirt.
Why this is supported
The 50% reprocessed cotton content shortens fiber length by 30–40%, producing a fabric that feels crisper and more rustic than a virgin-cotton Oxford. As one source notes:
the limitations involve fiber length reduction (due to shredding) by 30-40%
reference-global.comThis texture is intentionally aligned with the casual, sturdy tradition of Oxford cloth rather than being a defect.
- Care
Requires cold-water gentle washing and air drying to preserve fabric integrity.
Why this is supported
The recycled cotton fibers have 60-70% of the strength of virgin cotton, making the shirt more vulnerable to fiber breakage and pilling when machine-washed on regular cycles. As one source states:
the strength of recycled cotton is only 60-70% of that of virgin cotton.
cnshowtime.comAdditionally, the fabric weakens after repeated laundering. To maximize longevity, hand washing in cold water without wringing is recommended, as it avoids the mechanical stress that
fully sidestepping the mechanical stress that begins to break down recycled cotton seams
Care, washing, and shrinkage — hand_washing_for_maximum_longevity. Care for shrinkage also requires cold washing and line drying, as high heat causes shrinkage. A source notes:
Washing the product in hot water and drying it in a high-heat dryer will generally cause more shrinkage than washing it in cold water and air-drying it.
yiletextile.com- Environmental impact
Lower environmental impact per wear than a 100% virgin cotton shirt.
Why this is supported
A lifecycle analysis shows that a 30% recycled cotton shirt outperforms 100% virgin cotton on a per-wear basis. The study found:
The combined results indicate that incorporating 30% recycled cotton reduces environmental burdens in the production phase while also improving performance in the use phase through enhanced durability. When impacts are calculated per wear, the recycled cotton T-shirt outperforms the virgin cotton alternative.
reference-global.comSince this shirt has 50% recycled content, the environmental benefit per wear is likely greater.
- Styling
The shirt supports open, buttoned-chinos, and layered looks.
Why this is supported
Style guides endorse the shirt's versatility.
The best short-sleeve Oxford shirts tend to have button-down collars that sit properly whether worn open over a vest, buttoned with chinos or layered under a lightweight jacket.
apetogentleman.comAdditionally,
Or throw a sweater over your Oxford and pair with some trousers.
artofmanliness.comThe relaxed fit avoids the corporate look, reinforcing its smart-casual place.
- Hand
Basket-weave Oxford cloth gives the comfort fit a structured, clean drape.
Why this is supported
The basket-weave Oxford cloth provides structure and a clean drape:
Oxford cloth gives the shirt its structure, texture and casual-smart character. It should feel sturdy but not stiff, with enough weight to hang nicely without becoming uncomfortable in warm weather.
apetogentleman.comThe recycled cotton blend adds a crisper, more rustic hand:
Fibre length is shortened during processing, reducing tensile strength, softness, and colour uniformity.
tellar.co.ukTogether, these ensure the comfort fit reads as intentionally relaxed rather than baggy or stiff.
- Layering
Oxford cloth layers smoothly under sweaters and blazers.
Why this is supported
The smooth, structured surface of Oxford cloth layers cleanly under sweaters or a casual blazer, as noted in style guides:
throw a sweater over your Oxford and pair with some trousers.
artofmanliness.comThis extends the shirt's utility to cooler days.
- Pilling
Recycled blend reduces pilling, keeping the shirt smoother over time.
Why this is supported
Abrasion tests show the recycled cotton blend resists pilling better than all-virgin cloth:
The 100% cotton T-shirt exhibited visible pilling earlier than the recycled cotton blend, suggesting a shorter effective lifespan.
reference-global.comThis means the shirt maintains a smoother surface over repeated wear longer than an all-cotton counterpart.
- Per-wear sustainability
Recycled cotton blend lowers per-wear carbon, water, and energy footprint.
Why this is supported
A lifecycle analysis of a 30% recycled blend (analogous to this shirt's 50% content) shows a per-wear advantage:
When impacts are calculated per wear, the recycled cotton T-shirt outperforms the virgin cotton alternative.
reference-global.comThe advantage stems from improved pilling resistance:
The 100% cotton T-shirt exhibited visible pilling earlier than the recycled cotton blend, suggesting a shorter effective lifespan.
reference-global.comSo the recycled blend's durability extends the garment's usable life, reducing per-wear impacts.
- Blend necessity
The 50/50 recycled-virgin blend is necessary because recycled fibers shorten during processing.
Why this is supported
Mechanical recycling shortens cotton fibers, making them too weak to spin alone. As a source notes,
Fibre length is shortened during processing, reducing tensile strength, softness, and colour uniformity.
tellar.co.ukHence a blend with virgin cotton—here a 50/50 split—is a practical necessity.
- Texture
The recycled fibers give a slightly crisper hand that suits Oxford cloth's structured drape.
Why this is supported
The same fiber shortening yields a textural effect:
Fibre length is shortened during processing, reducing tensile strength, softness, and colour uniformity.
tellar.co.ukFor Oxford cloth, however, a crisper hand is compatible with its intended character:
Oxford cloth gives the shirt its structure, texture and casual-smart character. It should feel sturdy but not stiff,
apetogentleman.comso the recycled content does not compromise the shirt's look or feel.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Short-sleeve, vertical-striped button-up shirt worn open; visible spread collar, front button placket with cream buttons, and short sleeves. Fabric shows fine oxford-like weave and narrow alternating white and light-gray vertical stripes.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt shown open over a crew T-shirt, hanging with a straight hem at the visible portion.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.72 (medium) - CollarPointed spread collar with visible collar stand and topstitching; collar points lie flat and the top collar button is undone.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Button placketVertical center front placket with a row of round cream buttons spaced along the front; placket edge shows narrow vertical stripe alignment.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.62 (high) - Stripe patternNarrow vertical stripes alternating white and a light gray-beige tone, consistent width and spacing across the visible shirt panels and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.54 (high) - SleeveShort sleeve with straight hem ending above the elbow; stripe pattern continues across the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth woven fabric with a fine oxford-like texture visible in close areas near the placket and collar.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from mid-torso to head against a plain light gray background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadowing. The shirt is styled open over a beige crew T-shirt. Visible model arm tattoo and hair provide context but are not product details.
- Model and stylingMale model wearing the shirt open over a beige crew T-shirt; model turned slightly to the left with head facing left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.44 (high) - BackgroundPlain, evenly lit light-gray background with no visible props or patterns.
- Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting producing gentle shadows under the chin and on the left side of the body; no harsh highlights.
- Visible secondary garmentBeige crew T-shirt visible under the open shirt, centered on the torso.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.24 · w 0.34 · h 0.56 (high) - Model tattooPartial geometric tattoo visible on the model's left forearm near the sleeve edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
light gray with white stripes· shirt main#BCBBBCcream· buttons#BCBCBD- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt shown open over a crew T-shirt, hanging with a straight hem at the visible portion.
- 02
Product
Short-sleeve, vertically striped button-front shirt worn open; visible features include a folded point collar, short sleeves, full button placket with visible buttons, and a gently curved hem.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed short-sleeve shirt viewed from front with the shirt worn open over an inner tee; shirt hangs straight with a slight drape at the sides.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - CollarFolded point collar with visible collar stand and left and right points laying flat.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Button placketSingle central vertical button placket with visible round light-colored buttons spaced along the front; placket runs from collar to hem.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve styleStraight short sleeves ending above the elbow with a simple hem and no visible cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem shapeGently curved shirt hem with the front panels hanging slightly open and the hem ending near the top of the hips.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Striped patternNarrow vertical stripes alternating between a light base color and thin blue stripes running continuously across the front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - Buttons color and shapeSmall round, light-colored buttons that contrast slightly with the stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.40 (medium) - No visible chest pocketNo breast pocket is visible on the front panels of the shirt in this view.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.24 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Styled on a model against a plain light gray background; model hands in pockets and wearing blue jeans and a beige inner tee; soft even studio lighting with subtle shadowing.
- Model stylingMale model wearing the shirt open over a short-sleeve beige tee and mid-blue jeans; both hands are placed in the front pockets of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.56 · h 0.40 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray background and flat neutral studio lighting that produces soft, even illumination and mild shadows near the floor.
- Pose and cropThree-quarter frontal crop showing the model from head to upper thighs with the torso centered and head slightly tilted.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Visible tattoosSmall tattoos visible on the inner forearms of both arms where the sleeves end.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
pale off-white· shirt baselight sky blue· vertical stripescream· buttons- Overall silhouetteRelaxed short-sleeve shirt viewed from front with the shirt worn open over an inner tee; shirt hangs straight with a slight drape at the sides.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve, vertically striped button-up shirt showing back yoke, center box pleat, short sleeves, and a curved hem.
- Overall silhouetteShirt shown from rear with a relaxed, straight body falling to a slightly curved hem that extends past the waist.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.75 (high) - CollarFolded classic shirt collar visible from the back, laying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Back yoke and seamHorizontal back yoke across the upper shoulders with a visible seam where the yoke meets the lower back panel.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.14 · w 0.74 · h 0.16 (high) - Center pleatSingle center box pleat running down the middle of the back panel from the yoke toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.50 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a straight hem that end above the elbow on both arms.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high) - PatternFine vertical stripes covering the entire visible shirt back; stripes run parallel to the center pleat.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high) - Fabric appearanceWoven fabric with a smooth, lightweight appearance and a subtle texture consistent across the back panel and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Visible brandingNo visible logos, labels, or printed brand text on the exterior back of the shirt.
Other
Model wearing the shirt photographed from behind against a plain light gray backdrop on a neutral floor; even studio lighting with soft shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown from behind with head turned slightly to the right, arms hanging naturally at sides; model hair covers upper neck area.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and surfacePlain light gray seamless background with a slightly darker neutral floor visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven soft studio lighting producing minimal shadows and consistent illumination across the shirt and model.
- Image qualityHigh resolution, well-focused image with no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
white· shirt backgroundlight blue-gray· vertical stripes#BCBBBC- Overall silhouetteShirt shown from rear with a relaxed, straight body falling to a slightly curved hem that extends past the waist.