Le 31
100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit
This Le 31 by Simons button-up shirt offers a comfort fit with a straight cut and room to move in the shoulders and sleeves. Designed in Canada, it is a short-sleeve style with a spread collar, full button placket, and gently curved hem. The lightweight fabric is a weave of organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ European linen, making it suitable for warm-weather wear.
- Material
- Lightweight fabric made of organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A comfortable short-sleeve shirt in a lightweight blend of organic cotton and breathable linen, featuring a relaxed straight cut for ease of movement.
Comfort fit with straight cut, roomy shoulders and sleeves, lightweight organic cotton and linen fabric, breathable.
- Material
- Lightweight fabric made of organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- Secondary
- organic-cotton
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit, classic
- Occasion
- casual, everyday, weekend
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- comfort fit with straight cut
- room to move in shoulders and sleeves
- short sleeves
- lightweight fabric
- organic cotton
- breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen
- exclusive design by Le 31 by Simons
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
Le 31's 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt, in a comfort fit that runs large (many size down), offers soft, lightweight breathability for hot-weather casual wear, though not for formal settings. Its Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen ensures durability at seams and buttonholes despite the light weave, while the taupe color (warm gray-brown) requires natural light viewing. Care involves cold washing and low drying; linen wrinkles, but the softness compensates.
Verified claims
- Sizing consistency
- Multiple reviewers found the shirt runs large through the torso and body, with some sizing down or planning to return for a smaller size; one reviewer found it slightly small.
- Comfort
- Buyers report the fabric feels soft, light, and comfortable in warm weather.
- Care
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle and tumble dry low to minimize shrinkage; do not bleach. Linen wrinkles but a short tumble and hang after drying reduces ironing.
- Breathability
- Buyers report the shirt is lightweight and breathable for summer wear.
- Durability
- Lightweight linen weave does not compromise durability at seams and buttonholes.
- Taupe color
- Taupe is a warm gray-brown with brown undertones; view in natural light for accurate shade.
- Flax certification
- Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen is smoother, stronger, and traceable to European regions.
- Fit
- The relaxed straight cut provides generous room through the shoulders and sleeves; several reviewers found the torso too wide and the body long.
- Use cases
- Breathable linen ideal for hot-weather casual; not for formal settings.
- Wash softening
- The cotton-linen fabric develops a softer, smoother hand after the first several washes while keeping its breathable body.
- Pilling resistance
- The long-fiber European flax used in the fabric is less prone to pilling or fraying over time.
Product record
- Title
- 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Staying cool on hot days
This linen shirt suits hot-weather casual wear, when you want something breathable for summer days. Reviewers report its lightweight linen keeps them cool, and praise how light and comfortable it feels in warm weather.[1]
A relaxed, untucked casual shirt for warm days
This short-sleeve European linen shirt is cut for an easy, untucked look, with a comfort fit that leaves room to move in the shoulders and sleeves. Several reviewers who prefer a roomier silhouette found the fit perfectly to their taste. Fit reports are mixed, though: some found it runs wide in the torso and long, while others found it perfect or even slightly small, so the sizing may vary or depend on body type.[1]
A gift for a partner
One shopper chose this linen shirt as a gift for her partner and reported it had a very nice fit and look. It's a simple wardrobe piece that has worked as a present for a significant other, though that's based on a single buyer's experience.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit: Choose this if you want a relaxed, untucked short-sleeve shirt for hot-weather casual wear: the 100% Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen comfort fit has a straight cut with room in the shoulders and sleeves, and reviewers report the lightweight, breathable fabric keeps them cool. Expect a generously cut silhouette that runs wide in the torso and long — reviewers who prefer a trimmer fit were disappointed, so consider sizing down if between sizes. It comes in White, Taupe, and Golden Yellow in sizes medium through XX-large, though one buyer found the brand's size guide led to a return.[1] | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit: Choose this if you want a breathable warm-weather shirt: it is made of 100% Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ European linen, and reviewers describe the soft fabric as comfortable with no breaking in and cool in heat. Its modern fit hugs the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, and reviewers report it runs true to size with a clean look suited to smart-casual offices; repeat buyers cite reliable year-over-year quality. Note it has no chest pocket, so you'll need other carry options for glasses or pens, and image analysis suggests the white version appears slightly sheer where layered.[2,3] | Short-Sleeve Oxford Shirt Comfort Fit: Choose this if you want a short-sleeve Oxford with a comfort fit that features a straight cut and room to move in the shoulders and sleeves, as described by the retailer (fit appearance in photos reflects styling on a model). It is made of Oxford fabric in a 50% cotton, 50% reprocessed cotton blend, with a button-down collar, left chest patch pocket, and a central box pleat at the back yoke. Solid color options include Black, White, Taupe, Indigo/Dark Blue, and Red across medium to XX-large sizes, depending on the color.[4,5,6] |
Image Analysis
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Product
Front-facing short-sleeve button-up shirt laid flat. Visible features include a spread collar, full button placket with light round buttons, short set-in sleeves, and a gently curved hem. No chest pockets are visible.
- Overall silhouetteFront view of a short-sleeve, straight-bodied shirt with a gently curved bottom hem and standard shoulder seams visible.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.12 · w 0.74 · h 0.76 (high) - CollarPointed spread collar with visible topstitching and a small collar stand; collar lies flat and is centered at the top of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.10 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high) - Button placketFull-length central button placket running from collar to hem with evenly spaced round light-colored buttons.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.68 (high) - ButtonsSeven visible round buttons that are light in color and contrast with the shirt fabric.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.17 · w 0.06 · h 0.64 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a straight hem, set-in at the shoulder seam; sleeve length reaches about mid-upper-arm area in this flat presentation.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric textureVisible plain woven linen texture with subtle slub irregularities and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium) - Chest pocket absenceNo chest pocket or flap visible on either side of the front panel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - Interior collar labelSmall rectangular dark label sewn onto the inside back of the collar; text on the label is not legible at this scale.Partial
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Product photographed flat against a uniform light gray background with even front lighting and a faint shadow beneath the shirt. Image is centered and fully framed with slight space around the item.
- Background and stagingNeutral light gray seamless background with no additional props or packaging visible.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse frontal lighting with a subtle soft shadow directly beneath the shirt, indicating the item is slightly raised from the background.
- Image framingShirt is centered in the image with consistent margins on all sides; full garment is visible and not cropped.
Colors
muted taupe brown· main fabric#9D8C82off-white· buttonsblack· interior collar label- Overall silhouetteFront view of a short-sleeve, straight-bodied shirt with a gently curved bottom hem and standard shoulder seams visible.
Variants
7 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4491489 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - White - Medium | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491490 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - White - Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491491 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - White - X-Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491492 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - White - Xx-Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491494 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - Taupe - Medium | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491577 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - Golden Yellow - Medium | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491578 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit - Golden Yellow - Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
12 total12 reviews · out of 5
chemise manches courtes pur lin europée
Parfait
Très belle!
Choisie pour mon amoureux et très beau fit.
qualité
tout à fait à mon gout
Sizing guide needs update for this style
Nice quality, but incorrect fit (based on sizing guide on website). Too big, and will have to return for a smaller size.
Confo
Légère et confortable
Un bel achat.
Belle qualité de tissu. Fait très bien.
Nice quality, poor fit
Fabric quality was great , but felt too wide in the torso for a large
Short sleeve linen comfort shirt
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Belle chemise
Jolie et lin de qualité. Un peu petite.
Coupe ne fait pas bien…très
Coupe ne fait pas bien…très large et longue.
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