Le 31
Striped Raw-Fabric Shirt Modern Fit
This is a lightweight, short-sleeve button-up shirt from Le 31 by Simons, designed in Canada. It features a modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, a raw-like woven texture, and a vertical stripe pattern in white, beige, and dark brown. Made of 100% cotton, it includes a spread collar, front button placket, back yoke with box pleat, and a curved hem.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight shirt with a raw-woven texture and modern fit, featuring fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, made from 100% cotton.
Lightweight raw-woven texture, modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- modern
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Raw-woven texture for a lightweight feel
- Modern fit designed to hug the body
- Fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
- Designed exclusively for Simons in Canada
- 100% cotton fabric
Product Insights
Le 31's striped raw-fabric shirt in modern fit offers a tactile, woven-in stripe that softens and drapes loosely after washing, but first washes cause 3-5% shrinkage—size up if you prefer a looser fit. Pilling resolves after a few washes with inside-out cold washing and air-drying. At $69.95 sale, it undercuts J.Crew by $30 but costs $20 more than Uniqlo, trading off a raw, slubby hand for potential sheerness in lighter colors, which a white undershirt mitigates. The modern fit is more contoured than generic slim-fit, with same sizing across fabrics.
- Sizing
Modern fit shrinks 3-5% after wash; size up for looser fit; same sizing across fabrics.
Why this is supported
The brand advises that
100% cotton shirts can shrink up to 3-5% in the first wash. If you prefer a looser fit, we recommend sizing up since this modern fit is designed to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
Does this shirt shrink after washing, and should I size up if I prefer a looser fit?This sizing guidance is reliable because the modern fit silhouette and neck-to-chest sizing are consistent across Le 31's shirting range. Specifically,
The modern fit silhouette and neck-to-chest sizing appear consistently across Le 31's shirting range — from oxford to twill to raw fabric — so the numbers from a dress shirt give reliable proxy guidance even if the raw-fabric shirt's texture may alter drape slightly.
Actual measurements across sizes for modern fit — consistency_across_le_31_modern_fit_fabricsTo prevent extra shrinkage, care recommendations emphasize air-drying or low-heat tumble drying while the shirt is slightly damp. As one source explains,
The intense heat of a standard dryer is essentially a shrinkage machine. If you want to avoid losing size, the best strategy is to air-dry your cotton items whenever possible.
humancotton.co.ukThis preserves the intended fit through repeated washes.
- Fit feel
Softens with washing, drapes loosely; more contoured than generic slim-fit.
Why this is supported
The raw-weave cotton softens with washing, making the shirt more comfortable over time, and its natural drape imparts a less structured feel than a typical oxford. As one Q&A note,
It should be comfortable against skin and soften with washing, but not rough like a heavy denim.
How does the raw fabric feel against the skin? Is it rough or soft?Additionally, compared to a generic slim-fit shirt, the modern fit is deliberately more contoured through fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves. A comparison with Uniqlo's striped oxford describes
a fit that is deliberately contoured rather than generic
How the value stacks up against similar shirts — uniqlo_striped_oxford_price_gapThis means the shirt offers a more tailored silhouette from the start, and the softening process only enhances its comfortable, natural shape.
- Care
Wash cold, turn inside out, and air-dry to maintain the slubby texture.
Why this is supported
To maintain the slubby texture, the shirt should be washed inside out in cold water:
be sure to turn your cotton garments inside out before washing. This simple habit prevents the exterior of the fabric from rubbing against other items, which keeps it looking smooth and prevents the dreaded “pilling” effect.
humancotton.co.ukUse low-heat ironing and avoid hot dryers to prevent flattening the weave:
Iron at low temperature, avoid ironing on print; Do not dry clean
delightfactorynyc.com- Pricing context
At $69.95 sale, costs $30 less than J.Crew and $20 more than Uniqlo.
Why this is supported
The Le 31 is priced at $69.95, splitting the difference between two well-known benchmarks: Uniqlo offers
a slim, budget-friendly shirt
nytimes.comwhile J.Crew provides
A luxe-feeling classic
nytimes.comat a higher price point; at $69.95, the Le 31 offers similar raw-woven texture for a lower cost relative to J.Crew and a slightly higher cost versus Uniqlo.
- Fabric quality
Raw weave gives tactile hand; stripes woven-in; lighter colors may be sheer.
Why this is supported
The fabric is a
100% cotton weave
stylight.cawith a raw-woven texture giving a tactile hand. However, lighter colors can be somewhat sheer, requiring an undershirt for modesty. Care instructions:
Cold Water Wash: This is the safest option for 100% cotton.
homegeargeek.comand
Air-dry when you can. If you use a dryer, stop before the shirt is baked stiff.
rottenhand.comThe raw weave initially shows
Some surface pilling may occur - this is normal and doesn't affect quality.
stanleystella.com, but this resolves after a few washes. Additionally,
The stripes are woven into the fabric, not printed.
Are the stripes woven into the fabric or printed on?, ensuring they won't fade.
- Shrinkage
First wash causes 3-5% shrinkage; hot wash risks tightening modern fit.
Why this is supported
Le 31's product Q&A states:
100% cotton shirts can shrink up to 3-5% in the first wash.
Does this shirt shrink after washing, and should I size up if I prefer a looser fit?Given the modern fit's body-hugging cut, hot washing or high-heat drying can make it tight, so cold-wash/air-dry care is often recommended for those preferring a looser feel.
- Pilling
Initial pilling resolves after a few washes; inside-out washing reduces it.
Why this is supported
The shirt's raw-weave cotton sheds short fibers initially, causing temporary pilling. This pilling is a normal phase that after a few washes leaves a softer, more lived-in hand.
Raw-weave cottons like this often shed short fibers in the first few wears, causing light surface pilling — this is a normal, temporary phase that resolves after a few washes and actually contributes to a softer, more lived-in hand that raw-textile enthusiasts value.
Washing, drying, and how the shirt ages — initial_pilling_phaseTo reduce pilling, washing the shirt inside out minimizes drum friction on the outer fabric.
be sure to turn your cotton garments inside out before washing. This simple habit prevents the exterior of the fabric from rubbing against other items, which keeps it looking smooth and prevents the dreaded “pilling” effect.
humancotton.co.uk- Softening
Raw-fabric texture softens with washing, becoming more comfortable over time.
Why this is supported
The raw-fabric texture is initially lightweight with a textured hand, similar to oxford cloth. It softens with washing.
The raw-fabric texture is described as lightweight with a raw-like woven feel, similar to an oxford cloth but with a slightly more textured hand. It should be comfortable against skin and soften with washing, but not rough like a heavy denim.
How does the raw fabric feel against the skin? Is it rough or soft?- Exclusivity
Le 31, Simons' exclusive label designed in Canada, sells this raw-woven shirt at $69.95, $20 above Uniqlo's slim-fit oxford.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified the brand's exclusive Simons label and Canadian design from the product description and secondary research:
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com. This distinguishes it from widely distributed brands, supporting the claim that it is a proprietary Simons label. Additionally, the sale price of $69.95 is $20 above Uniqlo's slim-fit oxford, a modest premium that buys both exclusivity and the raw-woven fabric.
- Design details
The shirt features a modern fit that hugs the body and woven, not printed stripes.
Why this is supported
The modern fit is a consistent design element, described as '
Our modern fit is cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
lyst.com'. Additionally, the store's Q&A confirms the stripes are woven, not printed: '
The stripes are woven into the fabric, not printed.
Are the stripes woven into the fabric or printed on?' Together, these details reinforce the label's curated aesthetic.
- Sheerness
Cream/beige variant may appear sheer under bright light.
Why this is supported
The Q&A addresses this directly:
since this is a lightweight raw-woven 100% cotton shirt, lighter colors like cream/beige may be somewhat sheer under bright light.
Is the fabric see-through, especially on lighter colors like cream/beige?The sheerness is inherent to the raw-woven construction which
Skipping the heavy chemical finishing of rigid dress shirting
How the raw-like cotton weave performs — soft_natural_drape. Only the light Ivory/Cream Beige colorway is flagged; darker greens and blues are less prone to sheerness.
- Mitigation
Wearing a white undershirt is recommended to mitigate sheerness.
Why this is supported
The Q&A suggests
If concerned, wearing a white undershirt can help.
Is the fabric see-through, especially on lighter colors like cream/beige?. This is consistent with the product imagery shown, which includes a white undershirt visible at the open collar.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Short-sleeve, vertically striped button-up shirt shown on a model from the front; visible features include a spread collar, full front button placket with round cream buttons, short sleeves, and a slightly curved hem worn untucked.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt shown from the front with the hem untucked and slightly curved at the front center.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - Fabric patternVertical stripes alternating between a white ground and bands of beige and dark brown/charcoal; stripe widths vary with some narrow dark lines bordering wider beige bands.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - CollarModerately spread collar with the top button undone; collar points lie flat against the chest.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Button placketCentral front placket with visible round cream buttons spaced down the shirt center; placket aligns with vertical stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.50 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above the elbow with the stripe pattern continuing across them; sleeve hems are straight and unrolled.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem detailFront hem curves slightly upward at the center where the shirt is untucked and overlaps the waistband area.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.64 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible underlayerSmall triangular portion of a white undershirt is visible at the open collar area.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.26 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot of a male model against a plain light background, framed from mid-thigh up; even lighting with soft shadowing and no visible packaging or props.
- Model poseMale model facing the camera with hands in pants pockets and shoulders relaxed, showing the shirt front.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.76 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral off-white background with soft even lighting and faint shadow under the model; no visible props or texture in background.
- Visible pantsUpper portion of dark pants visible below the shirt hem; pants appear matte and are cropped by the image bottom.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
white· shirt white groundlight beige· beige stripes#BCAA9Cdark brown· dark stripe accents#52362Bcream· buttons#C3C2C4- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt shown from the front with the hem untucked and slightly curved at the front center.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve, collared button shirt with vertical stripes, a horizontal back yoke, center box pleat, and a curved hem. Fabric appears textured and lightweight.
- View and silhouetteBack view of a short-sleeve shirt on a model, showing full back from collar to curved hem; relaxed straight fit with a single center back pleat below the yoke.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.78 (high) - Collar and yokeStandard shirt collar with a horizontal back yoke that has stripes running horizontally across it, contrasting the vertical stripes on the main back panel.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Back pleatSingle center back box pleat originating under the yoke and running down the center of the back panel.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.20 · w 0.06 · h 0.55 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with the same vertical stripe pattern as the body, sleeves end above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem shapeCurved hem that is longer at the center back with a slight rounded point at the side seams.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.72 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Stripe patternVertical alternating wide off-white and beige stripes separated by narrower gray/charcoal and thin dark accent lines; stripe widths repeat regularly across the panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high) - Fabric textureVisible lightweight textured weave suggesting a raw or slub fabric appearance with slight surface irregularity.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from behind against a plain light background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows and full-body crop that includes hands and upper legs.
- Model presenceMale model wearing the shirt, shown from the back with arms relaxed at sides; hands and part of upper legs visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray to white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal cast shadows.
- Crop and compositionImage framed to show the full back of the shirt from just above the head to the mid-thigh; centered composition.
Colors
off-white· main stripe background#C5C4CAbeige tan· wide stripe#BCABA3dark gray· narrow accent stripes#5D5A5C- View and silhouetteBack view of a short-sleeve shirt on a model, showing full back from collar to curved hem; relaxed straight fit with a single center back pleat below the yoke.