How does the cropped boxy fit differ from a standard slim or regular fit? Does it run small or large compared to other FIVE STUDIOS shirts?

The cropped boxy fit on this shirt means it's intentionally shorter in length and wider through the body and shoulders compared to a slim or regular fit, creating a more relaxed, squared-off silhouette. We don't have internal size comparison data, but because of the boxy cut, the body may feel slightly roomier than a standard fit of the same size, while the cropped length will be noticeably shorter. For the most accurate sizing, we recommend measuring a similar-fitting shirt and comparing to our size guide.

FIVE STUDIOS

Fluid Pastel Shirt

CA$130.00CAD

In Stock

The Fluid Pastel Shirt by FIVE STUDIOS, a Quebec label available at Le 31, is a cropped, boxy-fit long-sleeve shirt in pastel light blue. It features a cut-point collar with tone-on-tone signature embroidery, two square patch chest pockets, a straight hem, and a center back pleat, crafted from supple, flowy woven fabric with a smooth matte finish. This lightweight button-up shirt is suitable for casual or layering wear.

Color: pastel
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Baby BlueLight Yellow

Size

MEDIUMLARGEX-LARGESMALL

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Specifications

Cropped boxy fit shirt with cut-point collar and patch pockets in supple pastel fabric.

Cropped boxy fit, cut-point collar with tone-on-tone embroidery, two patch pockets, straight hem, supple flowy fabric.

Color: pastel
Material: 100% polyester
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

cropped length
boxy silhouette
cut-point collar
tone-on-tone signature embroidery
two patch pockets
straight hem
supple and flowy fabric
pastel color

Product Insights

The Fluid Pastel Shirt by FIVE STUDIOS, exclusively available via Simons' Le 31 label with a 180-year Quebec retail heritage, is a refined contemporary piece that balances formal and relaxed elements. It features a cropped boxy fit with a cut-point collar and tone-on-tone embroidery for a quiet-luxury aesthetic, inspired by Montreal's cultural mix. The 100% polyester fabric provides a supple, flowy drape, while the intentionally shorter, wider cut and relaxed dropped shoulder enable untucked styling and easy layering. Priced at $130, it offers design details typical of more expensive shirts. However, maintaining its drape and pastel colors requires careful care: machine wash cold on delicate, air dry, pre-treat oil stains, and avoid fabric softener.

Verified claims

Fit: Intentionally shorter and wider than standard fits, with a relaxed dropped shoulder.
Styling: Cropped length and roomy body enable untucked styling and easy layering.
Collar: Cut-point collar lies flat and open, complementing the cropped boxy fit's relaxed aesthetic.
Brand heritage: Exclusive to Simons via Le 31 label, linked to 180-year Quebec retail history.
Design identity: Design pairs formal cut-point collar with relaxed chest pockets, inspired by Montreal's cultural mix.
Washing: Machine wash cold (30–40°C) on delicate, inside out, and air dry.
Drying: Remove from dryer while damp, dry flat; use vinegar instead of fabric softener.
Stain removal: Pre-treat oil-based stains with undiluted mild detergent before washing.
Design detail: Cut-point collar and tone-on-tone embroidery create a quiet-luxury look with fluid drape.
Care: Cold delicate wash, air dry partially, no fabric softener, pre-treat oils to preserve collar and drape.
Provenance: Five Studios, part of Simons' Le 31 label, exclusive to Simons with 180-year Quebec retail heritage.
Fabric: 100% polyester selected for a supple, flowy hand that enables a relaxed drape
Maintenance: Wash cold and air dry to maintain drape; pre-treat oil stains on pastel colors
Value: At $130, delivers design details typical of more expensive shirts.
Design aesthetic: Subtle tone-on-tone embroidery and a cropped boxy fit give the shirt a refined contemporary look.

Product record

Title: Fluid Pastel Shirt
Brand: FIVE STUDIOS
Price: 130 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Care and maintaining the fluid drape

Polyester fibers can permanently deform above 150°C, so a cold or warm wash (30–40°C) and air drying protect the shirt's cut-point collar and patch pockets from losing their shape, and keep the fabric from developing an irreversible rough texture.
Overdrying polyester creates a buildup of static charge; removing the shirt from the dryer while slightly damp and laying it flat to finish drying eliminates static without the need for dryer sheets, which can leave a residue that stiffens lightweight, fluid fabrics.
Fabric softeners coat polyester with a waxy layer that accumulates over time, reducing the fabric's ability to drape fluidly and making it more heat-sensitive; using distilled white vinegar in the rinse cycle softens naturally and rinses completely, preserving the shirt's original fluid hand.
Body oils and oil-based stains adhere aggressively to hydrophobic polyester; applying a small amount of undiluted mild detergent or a specific stain remover before washing helps dissolve the oils, preventing permanent staining that becomes more visible on pastel colors like Baby Blue or Light Yellow.
Friction during machine washing snaps fine polyester filaments, causing pilling that disrupts the smooth hand; turning the shirt inside out and selecting the delicate cycle reduces surface abrasion, extending the life of the supple, flowy drape.

The cut-point collar design

As a Quebec label sold through Le 31 — Simons' showcase for emerging local talent — FIVE STUDIOS signals a design-first approach; the cut-point collar and tone-on-tone embroidery are intentional details that distinguish this shirt from mass-produced basics.
The cut-point collar, paired with the shirt's supple, flowy polyester fabric, suggests an intentionally soft, unstructured neckline that won't stand stiff — a detail that reinforces the relaxed, modern crop.
Rather than a contrasting logo, the collar thread matches the shirt's pastel shade, making the branding visible only on close inspection — a nuanced touch that appeals to those who value quiet design over overt logos.

The brand behind the shirt: Five Studios

Le 31 is the in-house brand of Simons, named after the retailer's original Montreal flagship at 31 Rue de la Gauchetière, so this shirt is part of a 180-year-old Quebec retail institution's own design line — a provenance that speaks to a brand built on local identity rather than global mass production.
At $130, this shirt sits in Simons' contemporary price tier, competing with brands like COS or Club Monaco, but delivers the design hallmarks of a house brand — cut-point collar, tone-on-tone embroidery, boxy cropped silhouette — that would cost more from an external label with its own margin stack.
Within the Le 31 portfolio, Five Studios focuses on elevated basics that foreground fabric and silhouette, as seen in the supple, flowy polyester and cropped boxy cut of this shirt — it occupies a space between avant-garde and staple, aimed at the style-conscious buyer who wants a polished casualness.
The Quebec label designation points to a design team rooted in Montreal, a city known for its fusion of European heritage and North American practicality — a cultural mix that explains the shirt's juxtaposition of a formal cut-point collar against a relaxed, utilitarian dual-pocket configuration.
Because Five Studios is exclusive to Simons, wearing this shirt signals an awareness of Canadian independent retail and a preference for pieces that aren't found in every mall — it's a subtle insider choice that supports the retailer's curatorial ethos.
The use of 100% polyester in a 'supple and flowy' finish reflects the brand's embrace of synthetic technicality for drape and low-maintenance care, aligning with a contemporary move away from stiff cotton shirting toward softer, less structured fabrics that prioritize comfort and movement.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Light pastel blue long-sleeve button-up shirt with a relaxed fit, camp-style collar, visible front buttons and two square chest patch pockets; smooth, matte fabric with minimal texture and a small embroidered mark on the collar.
Overall shapeRelaxed-fit long-sleeve shirt shown from the front, falling to the upper hip with a straight hem and a slightly loose drape over the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.74 (high)
CollarCamp-style pointed collar with a visible collar stand and an embroidered mark on the right collar tip (viewer left is collar interior), collar lies open over a white undershirt.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.06 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
Front placket and buttonsSingle-row front placket with round tonal buttons spaced vertically; placket is narrow and lies flat against the shirt.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.50 (high)
Chest pocketsTwo square patch pockets placed symmetrically on the chest; pocket tops are stitched and visible but have no closures.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.19 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
Sleeves and cuffsLong set-in sleeves with simple single-button or plain cuffs; right sleeve (viewer left) falls straight and left sleeve is partially pushed back into the model's hand creating slight fabric folds.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.54 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.52 (high)
Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a matte finish and soft drape; minimal visible texture in studio lighting.
Collar embroidery markSmall dark-blue embroidered mark on the right collar tip; shape visible but characters or symbol not clearly legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.10 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a male model wearing the shirt against a plain light background with high-key lighting and a hard shadow to the right; crop shows torso and upper legs, model stands facing slightly to the viewer's left.
Model and poseMale model shown from head to upper thighs, facing mostly forward with a slight turn to his left, left hand in pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high)
Background and lightingPlain white background with directional studio lighting from the left creating a distinct cast shadow on the right side of the background.
Visible secondary garmentsWhite crew-neck undershirt and dark brown satin-like shorts are visible beneath the shirt; these garments are separate from the primary shirt product.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.32 · w 0.22 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.64 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high)
Image crop and framingImage is tightly framed around the model; lower legs and feet are cropped out.
Colors
pastel sky blue· shirt body#B5CAE5medium cobalt blue· collar embroidery
02: Product
Upper-front view of a long-sleeve pastel light blue button-up shirt with pointed collar, two square patch chest pockets, visible top button and a small darker-blue embroidered motif on the collar tip.
Overall silhouetteVisible upper torso and shoulders of a relaxed-fit long-sleeve button-up shirt with a straight front placket and two square chest patch pockets.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.58 (medium)
Color and finishSolid pastel light blue fabric with a smooth, matte appearance and no visible pattern.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.58 (high)
Collar shapePointed spread collar with visible topstitching along the edge and a slightly elongated collar point on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high)
Collar embroiderySmall vertical cluster of three star-shaped embroidered motifs in a darker blue located near the visible collar tip.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high)
Chest pocketsTwo square patch pockets on the chest with visible single-line topstitching; left pocket partially obscured by fold and lighting.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.44 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (medium)
Placket and buttonCentered front placket with a visible top button near the collar and concealed lower buttons under the placket seam.Partial
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.42 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (medium)
Sleeve constructionDropped shoulder seam with smooth long sleeve fabric showing soft folds and slight gathering at the shoulder seam.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.44 · w 0.30 · h 0.44 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model upper torso and head against a white background with a cast shadow to the right; bright directional lighting from the left creates highlights and a defined shadow.
Shot compositionCropped portrait framing showing model from upper chest to just above the head, centered slightly left of frame.
Background and shadowPlain white background with a distinct soft-edged shadow of the model cast to the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.80 (medium)
Model detailMale model visible wearing a small hoop earring in the left ear; skin and facial features are in focus.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.46 · h 0.44 (high)
LightingBright studio lighting from the left produces even illumination on the shirt front and left side of the face with mild specular highlights on skin.
Colors
pastel light blue· shirt body#B5CCF3medium denim blue· collar embroidery#797682
03: Product
Back view of a long-sleeve pastel-blue shirt on a model showing spread collar, center back pleat, single-button cuffs, and a gently curved hem with soft drape.
ViewRear view of the shirt worn on a model, showing the entire back from collar to hem.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.80 · h 0.75 (high)
Fabric drape and finishSmooth, lightweight fabric with a matte finish and soft vertical drape down the back.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.55 (high)
Center back pleatSingle vertical center back pleat running from the yoke down toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.43 (high)
Yoke seamHorizontal back yoke seam visible across the upper back beneath the collar.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high)
CollarSpread collar with a moderate height visible from the rear neckline.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high)
SleevesLong set-in sleeves with relaxed fit and slight gathering at the cuff seams.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.55 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.55 (high)
Cuffs and buttonsSingle-button barrel cuffs visible on both wrists with matching fabric-covered placket and visible round buttons.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.71 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.71 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high)
Hem shapeStraight hem with a subtle curved side seam and slightly rounded corners at the sides.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Stitching detailVisible single-needle topstitching along the yoke and sleeve seams.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio shot of a model standing against a plain light background with even lighting and a slight shadow cast to the model's right.
ModelMale model shown from the back and turned slightly to the left; hands relaxed at sides and wearing contrasting dark shorts.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high)
Background and lightingPlain off-white studio background with soft, even frontal lighting and a narrow shadow along the right edge of the model.
Shot compositionCentered vertical composition capturing the model from head to upper thighs; image is full-color and high resolution.
Image croppingLower legs are cropped out of frame; full back of the shirt remains visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
pastel light blue· shirt body#C1D6FBpastel light blue· cuffs and collar

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How does the cropped boxy fit differ from a standard slim or regular fit? Does it run small or large compared to other FIVE STUDIOS shirts?: The cropped boxy fit on this shirt means it's intentionally shorter in length and wider through the body and shoulders compared to a slim or regular fit, creating a more relaxed, squared-off silhouette. We don't have internal size comparison data, but because of the boxy cut, the body may feel slightly roomier than a standard fit of the same size, while the cropped length will be noticeably shorter. For the most accurate sizing, we recommend measuring a similar-fitting shirt and comparing to our size guide.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/solid/fluid-pastel-shirt--22192-26210?colourId=0
Updated: August 9, 2026