Le 31
Satiny-Collar Tuxedo Jacket Wool Weave By Marzotto London Fit - Semi-Slim
CA$495.00CAD
In Stock
Satiny-collar tuxedo jacket by Le 31 by Simons, exclusive design, made in Europe from stretch Marzotto wool with full satiny lining. Features satiny peaked lapels, piped pockets, side vents, and a London fit (semi-slim) that narrows at the waist with regular sleeves. Single-breasted with two-button closure, designed for formal events; matching pants sold separately (item 16858-229694).
- Material
- Luxurious, stretch Marzotto wool
- Gender
- male
- Style
- formal, evening, classic, tailored
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Tuxedos
Color
Black
Size
36-REG.38-REG.40-REG.42-REG.42-LONG44-REG.44-LONG46-REG.46-LONG48-REG.
Specifications
Semi-slim tuxedo jacket with satiny peaked lapel and luxurious stretch wool from Marzotto.
London fit, satiny peaked lapel, piped pockets, side vents, full satiny lining, stretch wool
- Material
- Luxurious, stretch Marzotto wool
- Style
- formal, evening, classic, tailored
- Occasion
- wedding, formal, party
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Tuxedos
Additional Attributes
- London fit (semi-slim) narrows at waist with regular sleeves
- Satiny peaked lapel
- Piped pockets
- Side vents
- Luxurious stretch Marzotto wool
- Full satiny lining
- Made in Europe
- Matching trousers sold separately
Product Insights
The Satiny-Collar Tuxedo Jacket by Le 31, priced at $495 CAD, delivers $750–900 department-store quality through Simons' direct sourcing and heritage. Its Marzotto wool with bidirectional stretch provides wrinkle resistance, breathability, and comfortable movement, while European tailoring—roped shoulders, seat-covering length, and a 7-inch drop—creates a formal V-shape silhouette. The London fit's narrowed waist and extended length offer a classic tailored form, but buyers must accept a semi-slim, slightly longer cut.
Verified claims
- Fabric
- Marzotto wool with elastane offers stretch, wrinkle recovery, and breathability—normally found in $750+ tuxedos.
- Tailoring
- European tailoring with roped shoulders, seat-covering length, and a 7-inch drop—details typical of $750+ tuxedos.
- Value
- Simons' direct sourcing and 184-year legacy enable a $495 tuxedo equivalent to $750–900 department-store alternatives.
- Fit
- Roped shoulder, longer length, narrowed waist, and 7-inch drop create a formal V-shape silhouette.
- Mobility
- Stretch wool eliminates stiff-arming and provides comfortable movement.
- Construction
- European construction with a roped shoulder for classic tailored form.
- Drop
- 7-inch drop: size 40R jacket pairs with size 33 trousers.
- Silhouette
- London fit narrows at the waist, runs 1-2 inches longer, and has a roped shoulder.
- Stretch
- Bidirectional stretch prevents binding and reduces bagging during wear.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Jacket resists wrinkles from all-night wear, reducing the need for mid-event touch-ups.
- Breathability
- Allows moisture vapor to escape, helping the wearer stay cool on a crowded dance floor.
- Comfort
- Bidirectional stretch prevents binding and reduces bagging at stress points.
- Heritage
- Le 31, backed by Simons since 1840, brings centuries of formalwear expertise.
Product record
- Title
- Satiny-Collar Tuxedo Jacket Wool Weave By Marzotto London Fit - Semi-Slim
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 495 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
London fit: what it means for the silhouette
- The London fit's structured, roped shoulder lends the jacket a classic British formality—the padded sleevehead creates a clean, crisp line that holds its shape all evening, distinguishing this tuxedo from the softer, more casual Italian shoulder and ensuring it reads as proper black-tie rather than stylized contemporary.
- The London cut typically runs longer than Italian or American equivalents—about 1 to 2 inches—to fully cover the seat, which in a tuxedo ensures the trouser waistband stays hidden and creates the uninterrupted vertical line that makes evening wear look stately rather than chopped.
Marzotto wool: feel, stretch, and durability
- Marzotto's finishing processes enhance wool's natural crease recovery, meaning this jacket resists wrinkling even after prolonged sitting; for a tuxedo that must look sharp from cocktail hour through the last dance, this functional property reduces the need for mid-event touch-ups and keeps the silhouette crisp.
- Founded in 1836 and still operating from Valdagno, Italy, Marzotto is one of Europe's oldest wool mills, supplying fabrics to iconic tailoring houses; its inclusion here signals a fabric that meets professional tailoring standards for hand feel and longevity, giving the jacket a quality foundation that synthetic-blend tuxedos cannot match.
- Wool's inherent breathability is preserved in Marzotto's weave, allowing moisture vapor to escape and helping the wearer stay cool on a crowded dance floor; combined with the satiny lining, it balances luxury aesthetics with thermal regulation for evening-long comfort.
- The stretch in this wool comes from a small blend of elastane, providing bidirectional give that lets the semi-slim London fit move with the body without binding—especially noticeable across the shoulders when reaching or dancing, and the elastane helps the fabric recover its shape after wear, reducing bagging at stress points.
Le 31 by Simons: house brand quality and value
- Founded in 1836 and now one of Italy's largest textile conglomerates, Marzotto supplies wool to luxury fashion houses including Armani and Hugo Boss — for a jacket at 495 CAD, this fabric represents a tangible upgrade from the unbranded or Asian-mill wools that dominate the segment.
- Produced in Europe rather than offshore, this jacket benefits from the region's entrenched tailoring infrastructure and workplace standards that exceed those in mass-market Asian manufacturing hubs; for the buyer, this means seamwork and lining finish that align with premium suiting, a quality level that other brands in this price range cannot reliably deliver because their lower production costs are tied to Asian factories.
- Le 31 names its suit fits after fashion capitals — London, New York, Milan — to telegraph a silhouette's character at a glance; London denotes the sharpest, most form-defining cut, with a narrowed waist that creates a pronounced V-shape, making it the ideal choice for a tuxedo where a sleek, camera-ready line matters more than relaxed comfort.
- Marzotto's stretch-infused wool incorporates a small percentage of elastane to allow the jacket to flex at the shoulders and waist during movement, eliminating the stiff-arming feel of traditional worsted wool tuxedos and making it a far more comfortable choice for dancing, dining, and full evenings of wear.
- Because Le 31 is owned and sold exclusively by Simons, the brand operates on a direct-to-consumer model within a department-store shell — the typical wholesale markup is eliminated, so the 495 CAD price reflects a cost structure where a larger share is spent on materials and construction than on licensing fees and distribution.
- Founded in 1840, Simons is one of Canada's oldest retailers and has spent the last decade building house brands like Le 31 to reduce reliance on third-party labels; this investment in private-label development means the brand can contract directly with mills like Marzotto and factories in Europe without the margin pressure of a third-party brand, giving this tuxedo a quality-to-price ratio that independent menswear shops find hard to match.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front three-quarter view of a black tuxedo jacket worn by a male model; satiny peaked lapels, single-breasted two-button front, jetted pockets, visible sleeve buttons and white dress shirt and black bow tie underneath.
- Overall silhouetteFront three-quarter view of a single-breasted tuxedo jacket on a model, showing chest to upper thigh with right arm relaxed and left hand touching lapel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - LapelsPeaked lapels with a satiny finish that contrasts with the jacket body; lapels are relatively wide and form sharp peaks.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.26 (high) - Closure and buttonsTwo visible single-breasted front buttons covered in matching fabric located near the mid-front; lower button sits near the waist.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - PocketsHorizontal jetted pocket on the left chest and two horizontal jetted pockets at hip level with narrow satin trim on pocket openings.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.34 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve detailsRight sleeve shows a clean smooth finish; left sleeve cuff reveals white shirt cuff and a row of fabric-covered buttons on the jacket sleeve near the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.60 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric appearanceJacket body has a matte wool-weave appearance while lapels and pocket trim have a smoother, satiny sheen visible in highlights.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.60 (high) - Inner layers visibleWhite pleated dress shirt with visible buttons beneath the jacket and a black bow tie centered at the collar.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing model from head to upper legs against a clean light gray to white gradient background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow; model pose includes left hand in pocket and right hand touching lapel while looking slightly downward.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray to white seamless background with soft, even frontal lighting and subtle shadowing under the jacket hem.
- Model poseMale model facing slightly to viewer left in a three-quarter pose; left hand placed in trouser pocket and right hand raised to touch the jacket lapel near the chest.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.80 (high) - Image framingCentered vertical crop showing the model from head to upper thighs with even margins around the subject.
Colors
deep black· jacket body#0D0E0Dsatin black· lapels and pocket trim#1C1A1Bbright white· dress shirt#C4C4CBblack· bow tie#341404- Overall silhouetteFront three-quarter view of a single-breasted tuxedo jacket on a model, showing chest to upper thigh with right arm relaxed and left hand touching lapel.
- 02
Product
Male model wearing a black two-piece tuxedo: single-breasted jacket with satiny pointed lapels over a white pleated front dress shirt and black bow tie, paired with straight-leg black trousers and black leather loafers.
- Jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted black jacket with two visible front buttons and a slightly fitted waist; jacket length ends near upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.10 · w 0.53 · h 0.46 (high) - Lapel material and shapeProminent pointed satiny lapels with a visible sheen that contrasts with the jacket body; lapels form a peak shape.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.11 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Shirt frontWhite dress shirt with vertical pleats on the front placket visible beneath the jacket; shirt cuffs extend beyond jacket sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.37 · w 0.13 · h 0.10 (high) - Bow tieBlack bow tie neatly tied at the collar, centered under the chin.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Pocket detailsSingle welt chest pocket on the left side of the jacket; lower front pockets not prominently open or have flaps that lie flat.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Sleeve cuffs and buttonsJacket sleeves show functional cuff length with multiple small buttons at the sleeve edge; white shirt cuffs visible beneath.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.33 · w 0.17 · h 0.17 (medium) - TrousersBlack straight-leg trousers with a center crease visible on the front of the legs; hem falls to top of shoes.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.44 · h 0.44 (high) - ShoesBlack polished leather loafers with low heel and rounded toe, showing shine on vamp and welt stitching around sole.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible skin and groomingModel with shaved head and visible facial features facing slightly to the right.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.01 · w 0.20 · h 0.13 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a seamless white background with soft even lighting, minimal shadows, and the model mid-step slightly angled to the viewer's left.
- Background and stagingPlain seamless white studio background and white floor with a faint horizon line where wall meets floor.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Pose and compositionModel captured in a walking pose with left hand in pocket and right hand forward; torso turned slightly to the right so jacket front is visible at three-quarter angle.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with minimal hard shadows; subtle shadow cast on floor beneath model.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (medium) - Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear focus across the subject and fine visible fabric texture in jacket and trousers.
Colors
deep black· jacket body#0E0E0Esatin black· lapel#1C1A1Bbright white· shirt#C3C5CCblack· bow tie#45220Cpolished black· shoes#0D0D0E- Jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted black jacket with two visible front buttons and a slightly fitted waist; jacket length ends near upper thigh.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a black tailored tuxedo jacket on a male model showing the back panel, single center vent, and sleeves; white shirt collar and cuffs are partially visible.
- Overall silhouetteBack and right-side of a single-breasted tuxedo jacket visible on a model, showing a slightly tapered shoulder line and a fitted waist with a straight hem that falls below the hip.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.10 · w 0.68 · h 0.78 (high) - Center back seam and ventA vertical center-back seam runs down the middle and opens into a single center vent at the lower back.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (high) - Collar and lapel rearNotch-style collar visible from the rear with a subtle sheen on the collar area distinguishing it from the jacket body; collar rests above a visible white shirt collar.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve detailsRight sleeve (model left) falls straight with a smooth finish; left sleeve (model right) is slightly bent at the elbow producing subtle horizontal folds near the elbow and forearm.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.24 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.44 (high) - Cuff buttonsRow of small dark buttons visible on the left sleeve cuff area, aligned vertically and matching the jacket color.Partial
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.68 · w 0.08 · h 0.16 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, tightly woven dark fabric with low sheen across most of the jacket surface and a slightly more reflective finish on the collar area.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio product photograph with a plain light background showing a male model turned slightly to his left; even soft lighting with minimal shadows and tight crop around the subject.
- Model poseMale model standing with torso turned away from the camera, head turned left so the face is in profile, and right hand resting near the hip.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - BackgroundUniform light neutral background without visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft even lighting from the front/side producing gentle shadows along the jacket contours and minimal specular highlights.
- Image cropFull-body crop from about the top of the head to the mid-thigh with slight left and right margins; lower legs are cropped out.
Colors
black· jacket fabric#0D0E0E- Overall silhouetteBack and right-side of a single-breasted tuxedo jacket visible on a model, showing a slightly tapered shoulder line and a fitted waist with a straight hem that falls below the hip.
Documents & Data
Q&A
1 answered- For the London fit, what are the exact chest and waist measurements for size 40 Regular, and how much does the waist taper?
- Exact chest and waist measurements for size 40 Regular are not listed, but the London fit uses a 7" drop (chest-to-waist difference), meaning a size 40R jacket pairs with size 33 pants [4]. The jacket narrows at the waist with regular sleeves, but the specific taper amount is not published.