Le 31
Muted Ribbed Sweater
The Muted Ribbed Sweater is a long-sleeve crewneck knit top with a textured, faded-look ribbed pattern and a two-tone marled charcoal and grey finish. It is constructed from 100% recycled cotton with ribbed edging at the neckline, cuffs, and hem. This sweater is designed in Canada as part of the Le 31 by Simons collection.
- Material
- 100% Recycled Cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Textured knit crew neck sweater with faded-look ribbing, made from ultra-comfortable 100% recycled cotton.
Textured knit, faded-look ribbing, finely ribbed edging, crew neck, ultra-comfortable recycled cotton.
- Material
- 100% Recycled Cotton
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- textured knit
- faded-look ribbing
- crew neck
- finely ribbed edging
- ultra-comfortable fit
- 100% recycled cotton
- exclusive design from Simons
Product Insights
The Muted Ribbed Sweater by Le 31 is a 99 CAD in-stock men's-block crewneck in a synthetic-free medium-weight rib knit whose widthwise stretch comes from knit structure rather than elastane, made from 100% reprocessed cotton past the 20-30% ceiling that caps most recycled yarns; ribbed edging and knit geometry are meant to preserve fit and silhouette, and it layers flat under a coat without bulk, though it is not a chunky deep-winter sweater, and without elastane the pure cotton rib relies on spring-back, recovering best lengthwise but relaxing over a season so collar, cuffs, and hem can slacken; Simons sells it only through its in-house Le 31 line, with a line-wide designed-in-Canada credit and company sustainability action including Canada's first net-zero energy store on 1M+ kWh of solar, while recycled cotton saves water at the field by skipping conventional irrigation; care is hand wash cold and lay flat to dry, or a cold mesh-bag cycle, but no dryer; size choice is only Small or Medium, both Black at the same 99 CAD with no sale price, so sizing up costs nothing.
Verified claims
- Stretch
- Rib knit stretches widthwise to hug the torso and recovers best lengthwise.
- Synthetic-free
- Stretch is mechanical, coming from the rib-knit structure rather than elastane; the sweater is 100% recycled cotton with no synthetic stretch fibers, so it does not shed microplastics.
- Shape retention
- Ribbed edging and knit geometry preserve the sweater's fit and silhouette over time.
- Recovery
- The 100% cotton rib has more built-in memory than plain jersey, so cuffs, hem, and neckline spring back reasonably well; without elastane the snap-back is less aggressive, and a cold wash plus flat drying resets any end-of-day relaxation.
- Fit
- Cut on a men's block for shoulder, chest and sleeve, so it fits as a men's-block/unisex fit rather than a shared unisex draft.
- Care
- Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry; a cold mesh-bag cycle is fine too, but skip the dryer
- Sustainability commitment
- 100% reprocessed cotton, past the 20-30% ceiling that caps most recycled yarns.
- Water use
- Recycled cotton skips field irrigation, so the water saving happens before the yarn is made.
- Weight
- Medium-weight rib knit, breathable enough to wear indoors on its own and not a chunky deep-winter sweater.
- Layering
- Medium-weight rib knit layers under a coat without bulk; finely ribbed collar and cuffs lie flat under a jacket.
- Brand heritage
- Le 31 is Simons' in-house line; this sweater is designed in Canada as part of the Le 31 by Simons collection and sold only through Simons.
- Size options
- Small and Medium only, both in Black and both 99 CAD, so size is the only choice
- Price parity
- Both sizes carry the same 99 CAD with no sale price, so sizing up is free
- Brand sustainability
- Simons backs its recycled cotton with company-wide action, including Canada's first net-zero store.
- Environmental program
- Simons runs Canada's first net-zero energy store, on 1M+ kWh of solar a year.
- Rib stability
- Without elastane, the pure cotton rib relaxes slightly with repeated wear rather than staying permanently snug, but a cold wash and flat dry re-set the shape.
- Opacity
- In solid black at medium weight, the ribbed cotton is opaque enough to wear on its own; only a very fitted stretch across the chest or strong backlight might call for a thin undershirt.
- Pilling
- Expect minor surface pilling at friction points like under the arms; it pills far less aggressively than wool or acrylic, and the ribbed texture helps hide it.
- Fade stability
- The faded-look ribbing is a pre-finished treatment, not progressive wear; it remains stable with proper care, with only minimal fading possible over many washes.
- Drape / silhouette
- The ribbed knit has a regular, body-following cut that skims the chest and torso without being tight; sizing up gives a looser, more relaxed silhouette.
- True to size
- Fits true to size with a classic men's cut rather than a slim or skinny block, so most shoppers can take their usual size.
- Color / faded finish
- The black colourway's faded-look ribbing is an intentional all-over washed finish, not scattered worn patches; the distressed look is built into the textured knit.
Product record
- Title
- Muted Ribbed Sweater
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Muted Ribbed Sweater: Choose this if you want a Simons-exclusive Le 31 crew neck, designed in Canada, made entirely of recycled (reprocessed) cotton that the merchant describes as ultra-comfortable. Its pronounced vertical rib knit with faded-look ribbing and two-tone marled yarns give a muted charcoal, chunky textured look, with ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem, and a straight torso fit as shown on the model. Note that the listing shows Small and Medium sizes in Black, so larger sizes are not confirmed by the available data.[1,2] | Waffle Knit Sweater: Choose this if you want a long-sleeve crewneck pullover with an embossed waffle texture and a relaxed, straight fit that layers easily over a collared shirt. It's a Le 31 design made in Canada from a recycled cotton blend (70% reprocessed cotton, 30% polyester), with ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem plus raglan shoulder seams. Note that the listing shows only a Small size, offered in Black, Oxford, and Pine/Bottle Green, so it may not suit if you need another size.[3,4,5,6] | Honeycomb Knit Sweater: Choose this if you want a lightweight, polished-looking crew neck for office or smart-casual wear, or a comfortable gift: summarized reviews describe the honeycomb knit as soft, refined, and compliment-worthy, and some owners repurchased it after wearing one out. It is made of 65% polyester from recycled plastic bottles and 35% cotton, with ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem, and comes in sizes SMALL to X-LARGE across five colors including Oxford, Sage Green, and Pink. Note that the knit reportedly pills when rubbed against bags or rough garments, and one unit arrived with a pulled thread, so inspect it on delivery and wash inside out.[7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve ribbed knit crewneck sweater with a two-tone marled appearance, ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem; worn by a model and shown from chest to hips.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve crewneck sweater shown on a model from upper chest to hips with a straight torso fit and sleeves extending to the wrists where they gather slightly.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow, dense ribbed band finished in the same two-tone yarn as the body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Rib texturePronounced vertical rib knit across the entire visible surface, producing narrow raised ribs and recessed channels in a regular pattern.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.54 (high) - Cuffs and hemRibbed cuffs and a ribbed hem band; cuffs appear slightly bunched at the wrists and the hem sits at the model's waistline.
3 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.72 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Fabric appearanceTwo-tone marled knit combining a dark yarn with a lighter yarn that creates a muted charcoal overall look with visible lighter highlights throughout.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.54 (high) - Shoulder and sleeve seamSet-in shoulder with a visible shoulder line and long sleeves that are straight through the upper arm.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a male model against a plain light grey background with soft lighting; model has hands in pockets and the image is cropped to mid-thigh.
- Model poseMale model facing forward with a slight three-quarter lean, hands partially in pants pockets, head turned slightly toward camera.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth, evenly lit light grey studio background with a subtle soft shadow cast to the model's right.
- LightingSoft, diffuse lighting from front-left producing even illumination and minimal harsh shadows.
- Visible additional clothingDark grey pleated trousers visible from the waist to mid-thigh worn by the model under the sweater.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.72 · w 0.72 · h 0.26 (high) - Image cropVertical crop showing model from head to mid-thigh with even margins around the subject.
Colors
dark charcoal· sweater knit - dark charcoal#323236light heather grey· sweater knit - light heather threads#ABACB4- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve crewneck sweater shown on a model from upper chest to hips with a straight torso fit and sleeves extending to the wrists where they gather slightly.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the sweater worn by a male model showing the upper torso and neck area; a textured, ribbed knit crew neck and shoulder seam are visible.
- NecklineShallow crew neck with a narrow ribbed collar that sits close to the base of the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.36 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureDense vertical rib knit texture formed by alternating raised ribs and recessed channels giving a chunky, structured surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Color patternOverall dark charcoal base with lighter gray yarn interspersed, producing a subtle two-tone heathered appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Shoulder constructionVisible shoulder seam at the top of the sleeve attaching the sleeve to the body; seam follows the natural shoulder line.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Fit at chestThe sweater conforms closely to the chest and upper torso with no visible stretch lines or sagging in the photographed area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.62 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from the upper chest to top of the head against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionTight portrait crop framing the model from the upper chest to slightly above the head, sweater shown on the left and center of the frame.
- BackgroundSmooth, light neutral background with no visible props or texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.36 (high) - LightingSoft, even studio lighting with gentle shadows on the model's left side and slight specular highlights on the skin.
- Model presenceMale model's head and neck are visible and occupy the upper portion of the frame; hair and facial features are in clear focus.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high)
Colors
charcoal gray· sweater body#323334light gray· yarn flecks and collar edging- NecklineShallow crew neck with a narrow ribbed collar that sits close to the base of the model's neck.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve ribbed knit sweater on a male model, showing back, shoulders, sleeves, collar, cuffs and hem.
- Back panelFlat back panel showing an all-over vertical ribbed knit texture with alternating darker and lighter yarns creating a muted two-tone melange appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineCrew neck with a narrow ribbed collar that sits close to the base of the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder constructionSlightly dropped raglan-style shoulder seam visible as a diagonal seam from neckline toward sleeve cap on the left shoulder.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (medium) - Sleeve shape and cuffsLong sleeves with the same ribbed knit; cuffs finished with a tighter ribbed band that slightly gathers at the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.40 · w 0.30 · h 0.48 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.40 · w 0.22 · h 0.46 (medium) - HemStraight hem finished with a wider horizontal ribbed band that contrasts slightly with the vertical ribs on the body.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.68 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit gaugeMedium-gauge knit with visible individual ribs and interstitch texture across the surface.
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear three-quarter left; neutral light grey background and soft, even lighting; model has hands partially in pockets and head turned left in profile.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented studio photo showing the model from upper thighs to head with the sweater centered in frame.
- BackgroundEven light grey seamless background with no visible props or printed graphics.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model poseModel stands with hands partially in pockets and head turned left showing left profile; back of sweater is the focal plane.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal shadows and even exposure across the sweater surface.
Colors
charcoal heather· main knit#424245light heather grey· rib accents#93949C- Back panelFlat back panel showing an all-over vertical ribbed knit texture with alternating darker and lighter yarns creating a muted two-tone melange appearance.