
Le 31
100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit
This modern-fit short-sleeve button-front shirt from Le 31 by Simons is crafted from lightweight organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ European linen. It features a pointed collar, back yoke with center pleat, curved shirttail hem, and fitted shoulders with narrow sleeves. Designed in Canada, the breathable fabric and short sleeves make it suitable for warm-weather wear.
- Material
- Organic cotton and Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen
- Gender
- male
- Style
- modern, tailored, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
A modern fit short-sleeve shirt made from a blend of organic cotton and European linen, designed for a fitted silhouette.
Modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves; lightweight and breathable fabric.
- Material
- Organic cotton and Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen
- Secondary
- organic-cotton
- Style
- modern, tailored, smart-casual
- Occasion
- casual, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Modern fit silhouette
- Fitted shoulders
- Narrow sleeves
- Short sleeves
- Lightweight fabric
- Organic cotton content
- European linen content
- Breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen
Product Insights
Le 31's modern fit shirt blends the breathability and softness of linen with the shape retention and reduced wrinkling of a cotton-linen blend, offering a close-to-body cut that buyers find ideal for smart-casual workplaces and summer heat, though the lack of a chest pocket reduces small-item convenience and sizing up sacrifices the tailored silhouette.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True to size with 1″ more chest and 4″ more waist than slim fits.
- Fit
- Close-to-body fit via cut, perfect out of box.
- Use case
- Buyers report the shirt is suitable for smart-casual workplaces.
- Fabric composition
- 100% linen per material field, but actually a cotton-linen blend.
- Wrinkle & shape retention
- Better shape retention and less wrinkling than 100% linen.
- Comfort
- Buyers report breathable and soft fabric, comfortable in heat.
- Warm-weather performance
- Buyers confirm breathable comfort in summer heat, versatile for smart-casual, and consistent quality over 5 years.
- Chest pocket
- Buyers note the lack of a chest pocket reduces convenience for carrying small items.
- Design updates
- A 5-year buyer reports annual design updates and quality gains.
- Softness
- Buyers report the linen is soft against the skin from first wear with no scratchiness.
- Breathability
- Buyers report the breathable linen keeps them cool in hot weather.
- Versatility
- Buyers report the shirt works for offices, summer outings, and as a long-term wardrobe staple.
- Silhouette
- Sizing up sacrifices the modern fit's tailored silhouette.
Product record
- Title
- 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short-sleeve, button-front white linen shirt worn open over a white tank; visible collar, short sleeves, curved hem, and pale buttons down the center front.
- Shirt silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt with a pointed collar and a gently curved hem; shirt is worn open over an inner tank so front placket is visible.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.78 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight, slightly sheer woven linen texture visible where shirt overlaps the tank and on the sleeves; fabric appears breathable with subtle weave irregularities.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (medium) - Front placket and buttonsSingle row of small round pale buttons along the center front placket; some buttons are fastened near the lower torso while upper buttons are unfastened because shirt is worn open.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.60 (high) - Collar detailStandard pointed shirt collar with visible topstitching and a moderately low spread; collar lies flat against the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve hemShort sleeves end above the elbow with a simple folded hem creating a neat cuffed appearance.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible inner layerWhite tank top visible underneath the open shirt through the open placket and at the neckline, distinct from the shirt fabric.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high) - Lower front overlapShirt front panels hang open over light-colored pants, showing the shirt's curved hem and a single visible front button of the pants at the waist.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.64 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model from head to mid-thigh against a clean white background with even soft lighting; model wears large sunglasses and has hands in pants pockets; minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown facing slightly to viewer's left with hands in pants pockets; torso centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - AccessoryLarge dark-framed sunglasses worn by the model, covering the eye area.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with soft, even lighting and minimal directional shadowing.
- Image cropFramed from just above the model's head to mid-thigh, showing full shirt front and part of pants.
Colors
warm white· shirt body#CDC4C3pale cream· buttons- Shirt silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt with a pointed collar and a gently curved hem; shirt is worn open over an inner tank so front placket is visible.
- 02

Product
Upper front portion of a white short-sleeve button-up linen shirt is visible: open top buttons, pointed collar, visible placket and shoulder area; a white tank top is visible underneath.
- CollarPointed spread collar made from the same lightweight plain-woven white fabric as the shirt, lying flat and slightly open at the top button.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.45 · w 0.72 · h 0.20 (high) - Front placket and buttonsVertical front placket with three visible round cream/ivory buttons; placket is unbuttoned at the top exposing an inner white tank.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.55 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight plain-woven linen with a visible subtle slub texture and slightly sheer quality where layered over the tank.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (medium) - Shoulder and upper chestUpper chest and shoulder area of the shirt visible, showing relaxed fit across the chest and natural drape of the linen fabric.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.28 (high) - Undershirt visibleWhite ribbed tank top visible beneath the open placket at the chest.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.70 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from upper chest to top of head against a plain light background; large sunglasses worn by the model and soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionClose-up portrait crop framing the model from upper chest to just above the hairline, centered horizontally with the face turned slightly right.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or environment details.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Model accessoriesLarge dark tortoiseshell-style sunglasses covering the eyes and upper nose of the model.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.14 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft even studio lighting with minimal directional shadowing visible under the chin and at the collar seam.
Colors
off-white linen· shirt fabricivory· buttons- CollarPointed spread collar made from the same lightweight plain-woven white fabric as the shirt, lying flat and slightly open at the top button.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a lightweight white short-sleeve linen shirt on a male model, showing the back yoke, center back pleat, short sleeves with narrow cuffs, and a curved shirttail hem.
- View and fitShirt shown from the back with a slight left-facing three-quarter angle on a model; the body hangs straight with a relaxed modern fit.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.80 · h 0.88 (high) - Back yokeHorizontal back yoke seam runs across the upper shoulders from sleeve to sleeve.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - Center back pleatSingle vertical inverted pleat or fold centered below the yoke expanding into the back body.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.58 (high) - Collar styleLow camp-style collar visible from the rear neckline, lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsShort sleeves with narrow folded or stitched hems that fall above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem shapeCurved shirttail hem that is longer at the back center and rounded at the sides.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight slightly sheer plain-woven linen texture visible across the entire back panel and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high) - Visible seamsVisible shoulder seams and side seams following the garment edges; stitching is tonal and subtle.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with a plain light background showing a male model from the rear-left three-quarter angle; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented studio photograph framing the model from head to hips, centered vertically with space above the head.
- BackgroundEven off-white or very pale background with no visible props or text.
- Model poseModel stands with arms relaxed at sides, head turned slightly to the left showing left profile.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.04 · w 0.30 · h 0.32 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal harsh shadows and slight shadowing under the left arm and along the shirt folds.
Colors
off-white· shirt body#F2F1F2- View and fitShirt shown from the back with a slight left-facing three-quarter angle on a model; the body hangs straight with a relaxed modern fit.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
Nice Shirt
Happy with the Shirt
Belle qualite
Belle qualité, taille parfaite
Great lightweight Shirt
A gift for my husband, this shirt was a winner! Can't wait for some warm weather so he can wear it.
As always, a superior Euro look and feel
I have been buying these shirts for 5 years. The design is always updated subtly and the quality improved commensurately.
Simple, elegant
Nice simple linen shirt, very comfortable.
Chemise
J'aurais aimé avec une poche