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Ultra-fine banker-stripe suit Wool weave by Marzotto Berlin fit - Regular product image (primary)
Full-length view of a male model wearing a dark navy banker-stripe two-piece suit (jacket and trousers) with a white dress shirt, dark solid tie, black leather belt, and black leather loafers. Jacket shows notch lapels, two-button front, flap pockets, and a chest welt pocket; trousers are straight-legged with a crease.

Le 31

Ultra-Fine Banker-Stripe Suit Wool Weave By Marzotto Berlin Fit - Regular

CA$299.95CA$650.00-54%
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This is a two-piece men's suit from the Le 31 by Simons label, designed in Canada and made in Portugal. It is intended for formal and professional occasions, with a regular 'Berlin' fit featuring a 7-inch drop. Key specifications include an ultra-fine banker-stripe pattern, Super 100 pure wool fabric woven by Marzotto, piped flap pockets, side slit vents, and trousers with unfinished hems for custom tailoring.

Material
Super 100 pure wool by Marzotto
Gender
male
Style
regular-fit, classic, formal, business
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Pant Suits

Color

Indigo/Dark Blue

Size

42-REG.44-REG.46-REG.48-REG.
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Specifications

Regular fit suit in ultra-fine banker-stripe pure wool weave by Marzotto, with piped flap pockets and side slit vents.

Piped flap pockets, side slit vents, unfinished hem, thin satiny lining.

Material
Super 100 pure wool by Marzotto
Style
regular-fit, classic, formal, business
Occasion
work, interview, formal, business-casual
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Pant Suits

Additional Attributes

  • regular fit suit with 7-inch drop
  • piped flap pockets
  • side slit vents
  • unfinished hem for custom tailoring
  • super 100 pure wool fabric by Marzotto
  • thin satiny lining
  • made in Portugal
  • exclusive design by Le 31 by Simons
  • ultra-fine banker-stripe pattern
  • Italian weave
  • luxurious quality

Product Insights

The Le 31 Berlin fit suit, Marzotto's Super 100 banker-stripe wool midweight weave (three-season, durable for daily wear), offers a generous full-cut with a 7-inch drop for athletic-to-average builds. Its sale price ($299.95 CAD) prioritizes fabric heritage from Italy's largest textile group (est. 1836, invested €100M, supplied Hugo Boss) over half-canvas construction found in comparably priced suits; made in Portugal, the stripe pattern allows separates styling. Proper care (daily brushing, limited dry cleaning, correct storage) extends longevity.

Verified claims

Fit
Berlin is Le 31's most generously cut suit; its 7-inch drop fits a classic athletic-to-average build.
Pattern consistency
Berlin's fit specification (regular fit, 7-inch drop) remains identical across all fabric options.
Heritage
Marzotto (est. 1836) is Italy's largest textile group, investing €100M, supplied Hugo Boss.
Super 100
Super 100 wool ≤18.75 micron, durable for daily wear, midweight three-season.
Styling
Banker stripe pattern can be worn as separates for a less formal look.
Fabric
Marzotto Super 100 wool, midweight for three-season wear.
Construction
Made in Portugal, unlike most sub-$400 suits from China.
Value
Sale price $299.95 CAD; fabric pedigree over half-canvas vs Spier & Mackay.
Pattern versatility
Banker-stripe pattern can be worn as separates.
Seasonality
Midweight (260–300 g/m) wool suited for fall through spring wear.
Daily care
Daily brushing and spot cleaning extend suit life with 24-hour rest between wears.
Cleaning
Limit dry cleaning to 1-3 times per year and steam to avoid flattening lapels.
Storage
Correct storage prevents shoulder distortion, pocket bulges, and mildew.
Production origin
Made in Portugal by a recurring factory partner; cut for North America.

Product record

Title
Ultra-Fine Banker-Stripe Suit Wool Weave By Marzotto Berlin Fit - Regular
Brand
Le 31
Price
650 CAD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

Berlin fit vs other Le 31 suit fits

  • Berlin (regular) is the most generously cut suit in Le 31’s tailoring line-up; London and Reykjavik are semi-slim, Stockholm is slim, and Milano is super slim—so choosing Berlin means prioritizing ease of movement over a tapered silhouette.
  • London is a semi-slim fit, Berlin is a regular fit, yet both share a 7-inch drop, so the trouser dimensions are identical—the deciding factor between them is purely how much room you need through the chest and shoulders.
  • The Berlin fit specification—‘regular fit and a 7 drop’—is identical whether the suit is made from Super 100 wool or recycled-polyester piqué, confirming the cut is a fixed pattern block; you can expect the same silhouette and armhole pitch in any Berlin suit, regardless of fabric.

Banker stripe pattern: formality and styling

  • The banker-stripe pattern descends from the 19th-century British banking system, where each firm assigned its employees a distinct stripe width and spacing as a form of visual identification, giving the pattern an embedded formality and institutional authority that plain or chalk-stripe suits lack.
  • Despite the banking association, the suit's jacket can be worn as a separate blazer with denim or chinos, and the pants paired with a fine-gauge knit, pulling the pattern out of purely corporate contexts — a tactic used by style-minded wearers to reference the banking heritage while subverting it.

Caring for Super 100 wool to extend life

  • A post-wear pass with a horsehair brush lifts surface dust, lint, and debris before they embed in the wool, preventing the flattened, shiny appearance that signals neglect and triggering premature dry cleaning.
  • Blotting a stain with a clean white cloth dampened in cold water—working from the outer edge inward—lifts the substance without rubbing, which would mat the wool fibers and permanently distort the weave.
  • Removing phones, wallets, and keys from all pockets before hanging prevents bulges that stretch the fabric and stress pocket seams, keeping the jacket's sharp silhouette and its pockets functional.
  • A wide, contoured hanger that fills the jacket's shoulders supports the garment’s structure without creating pressure points; wire hangers from the dry cleaner gradually distort the shoulder line into permanent dimples.
  • Limiting dry cleaning to just 1–3 times a year—and only when the suit is visibly stained or bears persistent odor—preserves the natural oils and fiber integrity of Super 100 wool, preventing the gradual weakening and luster loss that repeated solvent exposure causes.
  • Wool fibers need at least a full day to release absorbed moisture, relax from body-movement tension, and return to their natural crimp; rotating between two or three suits extends each suit’s life dramatically.
  • Storing the suit in a breathable cotton or canvas bag avoids the moisture trap created by plastic covers, the leading cause of musty odors and mildew growth in wool—especially critical in humid environments.
  • A garment steamer relaxes wrinkles using only vapor, leaving the lapel's natural roll intact—direct iron contact can flatten this hallmark of tailoring irreversibly, so steaming from the underside is the only safe way to refresh the jacket between wearings.

Marzotto mill heritage and Super 100 wool quality

  • Woolmark's official Super S standard caps Super 100s mean fibre diameter at 18.75 microns, which is roughly one-quarter the thickness of a human hair; that fineness is what produces the fabric's smooth hand, fluid drape, and the subtle lustre that distinguishes dressier worsteds from coarser weaves.
  • Marzotto has earmarked €100 million through 2029 for advanced machinery and new fabric technologies; that level of reinvestment in the mill's capabilities reassures that even its Super 100s suiting cloths benefit from cutting-edge production standards today.
  • In the 1990s and early 2000s, Marzotto owned both Hugo Boss and Valentino, meaning the very same mills that developed cloths for those luxury brands now supply this $299 CAD Le 31 banker-stripe suit, giving it a tangible link to high-fashion heritage.
  • Capitol Hill Clothiers rates Super 100 as the entry-level of high-quality wool that is durable enough for a suit worn multiple times a week and still offers a smooth soft finish, making this Berlin-fit suit a practical choice for the regular suit-wearer who values longevity alongside comfort.
  • Since its founding as a wool mill in Valdagno in 1836, Marzotto has grown to become Italy's largest textile group with 3,500 employees and ten brands — when a mill of this scale supplies the Super 100s cloth, the suit gains an assurance of consistency and deep-rooted expertise that a generic ‘Italian wool’ tag cannot convey.

Made in Portugal: tailoring quality and reputation

  • Le 31 consistently places its suiting production in Portugal — the London-fit suit in Super 100 Portuguese wool is also marked 'Made in Portugal' — indicating that the Berlin suit is part of an established, recurring supply relationship rather than a one-off sourcing decision.

Competitive value: how this suit compares

  • Portuguese manufacture carries a reputation for skilled tailoring at a lower cost than Italy or France, meaning this suit's construction sits above the many Chinese-made suits that dominate the sub-$400 bracket — and at CAD 299.95 on sale, it undercuts even nameplate 'affordable luxury' brands by a significant margin.
  • Le 31 is a Simons-exclusive brand designed in Canada, which means the fit and styling are calibrated to a North American customer; compared to some European DTC brands, you're less likely to encounter overly aggressive slim cuts or bizarre pant rises that require extensive alteration.
  • The standard 7-inch drop (chest-waist difference) on a regular-fit block means the suit is cut for a classic build, avoiding the extreme waist suppression that can make many modern suits unwearable without tailoring — a feature that aligns with the conservative banker-stripe pattern and positions this as a safe, all-day office suit.
  • At the sale price, you're getting an Italian-milled Super 100 pure wool from Marzotto — a historic Biella-based mill that supplies fabric to mid-tier and premium European tailoring brands — rather than a generic or blended cloth common at this price, which translates to a finer hand, cleaner drape, and a pattern-defining banker stripe that won't read as cheap.
  • Where a typical half-canvas Spier & Mackay Ellis suit in Australian merino retails for $398 USD (~$540 CAD) and often drops to around $300 on clearance, this Le 31 suit at $299.95 CAD ($220 USD) offers a comparable or better fabric mill (Marzotto vs. Dino Filarte) and European make instead of Chinese, though it does not advertise its internal construction — making it a strong choice for someone who prioritizes cloth provenance and local tailoring support over a labelled half-canvas spec.

Image Analysis

3 images
Ultra-fine banker-stripe suit Wool weave by Marzotto Berlin fit - Regular product image (primary)
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Product

Full-length view of a male model wearing a dark navy banker-stripe two-piece suit (jacket and trousers) with a white dress shirt, dark solid tie, black leather belt, and black leather loafers. Jacket shows notch lapels, two-button front, flap pockets, and a chest welt pocket; trousers are straight-legged with a crease.

  • Jacket shapeSingle-breasted suit jacket with a notch lapel, two visible front buttons, a chest welt pocket on the left, and two flap pockets at hip level; left sleeve cuff shows button detail.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.14 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Jacket fabric patternVery fine vertical pinstripe pattern visible on jacket fabric, lighter narrow stripes on a dark navy ground.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.14 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high)
  • ShirtCrisp white dress shirt with a pointed collar visible above the jacket lapels and button placket down the center front.
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high)
  • TieSolid dark tie, visually very close to the suit ground color but slightly darker, knotted in a narrow knot and hanging to the belt area.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.22 · w 0.08 · h 0.30 (high)
  • TrousersMatching suit trousers in the same dark pinstripe fabric as the jacket, straight legs with a visible center crease and a tailored fit at the waist.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.44 · w 0.36 · h 0.46 (high)
  • BeltBlack leather belt with a small metallic buckle, visible where the jacket is open at the front.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.46 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high)
  • ShoesBlack leather loafers with a slightly shiny finish and visible stitching around the toe.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.87 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.87 · w 0.21 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Left hand positionModel's left hand is placed inside the left trouser pocket, causing a slight pull on the left jacket side.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.15 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Right hand visibleModel's right hand is relaxed and visible beside the right thigh with fingers partially curled.
    1 regionx 0.29 · y 0.55 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Lapels and buttoningJacket lapels form a moderate notch and the jacket is shown buttoned at the top visible button while the lower button area is near the waist; edges are gently rounded at the hem.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing full-body model centered against a plain light neutral background with even soft lighting and minimal shadow on a reflective floor surface.

  • Shot compositionFull-length frontal studio portrait of a standing model centered in the frame, head near the top edge and shoes near the bottom edge.
  • BackgroundPlain light neutral wall background with no visible props or patterns.
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  • Floor surfaceSmooth reflective floor surface in a muted gray tone showing faint reflections of the model's shoes.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 1.00 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowEven soft frontal lighting with minimal harsh shadows; a faint shadow appears behind and slightly to the model's left on the floor.

Colors

dark navy with fine pinstripes· jacket and trousers#1A1A2Dwhite· shirtvery dark navy· tie#100F22black· belt#0D0C1Eblack polished leather· shoes#0E0D14
Ultra-fine banker-stripe suit Wool weave by Marzotto Berlin fit - Regular product image 2
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Product

Front view of a male model wearing a dark navy pinstripe suit jacket and matching trousers, paired with a white dress shirt and a dark navy tie. Visible suit details include notch lapels, a welt chest pocket, flap hip pockets, a single visible front buttonhole area, and four visible cuff buttons on the left sleeve.

  • Overall silhouetteFront-facing suit jacket worn by a model, extending from upper chest to upper thighs; jacket hangs straight with slight allowance at the front closure.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high)
  • Fabric patternVery fine vertical banker-style pinstripes running continuously across jacket and visible trousers; stripes are thin and lighter than the base fabric.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Lapel shapeNotch lapels with a medium width; lapel notch visible at the left collar area (viewer right).
    1 regionx 0.41 · y 0.18 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Chest pocketLeft-side welt chest pocket visible without a pocket square.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium)
  • Hip pocketsTwo horizontal flap hip pockets on the front of the jacket, symmetrically placed.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Front closure detailSingle visible front buttonhole area at the jacket midline; jacket appears closed over the waist area.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Cuff buttonsRow of four small dark buttons visible on the left sleeve cuff.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.51 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
  • TrousersMatching pinstripe trousers visible below the jacket hem, aligned with the jacket fabric and pattern.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Visible shirt collarWhite dress shirt collar with pointed collar tips peeking above the jacket lapels.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • TieDark navy solid tie, narrow knot, centered under the shirt collar and running down the jacket front.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.26 · w 0.10 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Buttons on jacket front and cuffs colorButtons are dark, close in tone to the jacket fabric and visually low-gloss.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.50 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium)

Other

Studio portrait of a smiling male model against a plain light gray background. Even, soft studio lighting with minimal shadows; image framed from head to upper thighs with the model slightly off-center.

  • Model and poseMale model shown from head to upper thighs, facing forward and smiling with right hand adjusting the jacket front.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high)
  • BackgroundPlain, evenly lit light gray background without visible props or textures.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting with gentle shadows under the chin and slight shadowing along the jacket contours; no harsh highlights.
  • Image cropPhotograph cropped at the model's mid-thigh; both hands are visible though the left hand is closer to the lower edge.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high)

Colors

deep navy with light pinstripes· jacket fabric#222235dark navy· tie#1B1B2Dbright white· shirtpale gray pinstripe· pinstripes
Ultra-fine banker-stripe suit Wool weave by Marzotto Berlin fit - Regular product image 3
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Product

Rear view of a two-piece suit on a standing model: single-breasted jacket and matching trousers with fine vertical pinstripes; white shirt collar visible at the neck and black leather shoes at the hem.

  • Rear jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted suit jacket shown from the back with a straight hem that falls just below the hips and no visible rear vent.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.44 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Sleeve detailsLong jacket sleeves reaching the wrist area of the model with a visible cuffline and a short row of small dark buttons on the left sleeve edge.
    2 regionsx 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (medium); x 0.26 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (medium)
  • Trousers cut and fitMatching trousers seen from the rear with a straight leg fall, visible creases along the leg, and a full-length hem that reaches the top of the shoes.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.52 · w 0.33 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Pinstripe patternVery fine vertical pinstripes running continuously down the jacket and trousers, evenly spaced and light in color against the dark fabric.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.08 · w 0.38 · h 0.84 (high)
  • Shirt collar visibleSmall portion of a white dress shirt collar visible above the jacket collar at the nape.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.04 · w 0.12 · h 0.05 (high)
  • Shoe styleLow black leather shoes with a slight shine and a rounded toe visible from the rear.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.88 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Model posture and occlusionModel standing upright facing away from the camera with both hands visible near the sides; no other garments or accessories obscure the suit back.

Other

Studio shot with plain light neutral background and reflective floor; centered full-body rear view of the model with even soft lighting and mild shadow under the shoes.

  • BackgroundPlain light off-white wall background with no visible props or text.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.72 (high)
  • Floor surfaceSmooth slightly reflective neutral gray floor showing a faint reflection of the shoes and lower legs.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high)
  • LightingEven soft studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and slight shadowing beneath the model.
  • Image crop and framingFull-body rear crop centered horizontally with small headroom above the model and shoe area fully visible.

Colors

dark navy· suit fabric (base)#1D1D32light gray pinstripe· pinstripe lines#A1958Dwhite· shirt collarblack· shoes#0E0D14

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Q&A

3 answered
The product title says 'Regular Fit' but the description mentions 'semi-slim fit' for this model. Can you confirm the actual fit of the Berlin suit?
The Berlin suit is a regular fit. The description refers to 'semi-slim fit' in the context of the specific model's size pairing, but the fit itself is regular, as stated in the product details.
What is the weight of the wool fabric? Is it lightweight, midweight, or heavy, and is it suitable for year-round wear or specific seasons?
The exact weight isn't specified, but Super 100 pure wool by Marzotto typically falls in the midweight range (around 260–300 grams per meter), making it suitable for three-season wear (fall through spring). For warmer months, a lighter weave would be preferable.
What are the care instructions for this suit? Is it dry clean only, or can it be hand washed?
Care instructions are not provided in the listing. As with most Super 100 pure wool suits, dry cleaning is recommended to maintain the fabric's integrity.

Provenance

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https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/suits/regular-fit/ultra-fine-banker-stripe-suit-wool-weave-by-marzotto-berlin-fit-regular--20966-226454?colourId=0
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