Le 31
Muted Ribbed Sweater
CA$99.00CAD
In Stock
This is a long-sleeve ribbed knit crewneck sweater from Le 31 by Simons, made of 100% recycled cotton. It features a textured knit with faded-look ribbing, a crew neck, and finely ribbed edging, with a straight torso fit. The sweater has a two-tone marled appearance in dark charcoal and light heather grey, with ribbed cuffs and hem.
- Material
- 100% Recycled Cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Black
Size
SMALLMEDIUM
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 prioritizes sustainability with 100% recycled cotton that eliminates agricultural water use and chemical distressing, saving roughly 2,700 liters per garment. Its synthetic-free stretch comes from the knit structure, not elastane, preventing microplastic shedding, while the medium-weight rib-knit layers under a coat without bulk and retains its shape through ribbed edging. The tradeoff: hand-wash care is required to preserve the pre-finished vintage patina and prevent shrinkage, and recycled cotton may pill faster than blends, though the soft, broken-in feel and stable fading justify the upkeep.
Verified claims
- Water impact
- Eliminates agricultural water use and chemical distressing, saving ~2,700 L per garment.
- Synthetic-free
- Stretch comes from knit structure, not elastane; no microplastic shedding.
- Longevity
- Hand-wash care and fade-resistant finish extend use; recycled cotton may pill faster.
- Texture
- Soft, broken-in feel with nubby texture from day one.
- Durability and aging
- Pills faster than blends; pre-faded look evolves gradually.
- Sustainability commitment
- Sustainability-first design uses 100% recycled cotton, not a blend.
- Vintage patina
- The faded-look ribbing is inherent and pre-finished, not an artificial treatment.
- Feel
- The recycled cotton feels softer and broken-in from the first wear.
- Shape retention
- Ribbed edging and knit geometry preserve the sweater's fit and silhouette over time.
- Stretch
- Rib-knit geometry provides uniform crosswise stretch, sustained by cold wash and flat drying.
- Layering
- Medium-weight rib knit layers under a coat without bulk.
- Weight
- Medium-weight knit ideal for layering under a coat in cool weather.
- Material performance
- Recycled cotton knit breathes well and feels soft from first wear.
- Care
- Hand wash cold and lay flat to dry to preserve shape and prevent shrinkage.
- Fading
- Pre-finished faded look stays stable with proper care; minimal evolution over many washes.
- Color evolution
- Pre-finished faded look evolves gently with washing.
Product record
- Title
- Muted Ribbed Sweater
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 99 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What to expect from 100% recycled cotton
- Recycled cotton fibers typically have a lower dye uptake than virgin cotton, which means the pre-finished faded look won't wash out aggressively but may evolve gently over many washes, deepening the sweater's lived-in character in a way that complements rather than degrades the original design.
- The Water Footprint Network pegs a single cotton t-shirt's water consumption at roughly 2,700 liters; by using recycled cotton, this sweater eliminates the agricultural phase entirely, effectively erasing that enormous water footprint from the garment's life cycle.
- A fully recycled cotton knit is notably rare — most brands blend recycled fibers with virgin cotton or synthetics to compensate for shortened staple length, so Le 31's decision to go 100% recycled signals a deliberate sustainability-first design that delivers a softer, broken-in feel from day one but can pill or wear slightly faster than a reinforced blend.
- Mechanical recycling shreds cotton into shorter fibers, which inherently produce a slightly uneven, nubby yarn — in a ribbed crewneck that unevenness amplifies the texture, giving the 'faded-look ribbing' an authentic, vintage patina from the very first wear without any artificial sanding or chemical distressing.
How the ribbed knit affects fit and wear
- The sweater is knit in a rib stitch throughout — not just at the trims — providing uniform crosswise stretch and a body-skimming silhouette; the knit naturally expands and contracts with movement, creating a close fit that doesn't rely on spandex, which also means the fabric breathes better than a synthetic blend.
- The collar, cuffs, and hem are finished with a finer rib gauge than the body, a construction detail that adds durability at the openings — the tighter knit takes the strain of pulling on and off without permanently stretching out, preserving the sweater's shape over repeated wear.
- Because the stretch comes entirely from the knit structure rather than elastane, the sweater's recovery relies on the cotton's natural crimp and the knit geometry; when properly cared for (cold wash, flat dry), this type of stretch remains consistent for the life of the garment, whereas an elastane blend risks losing recovery as the synthetic fibers degrade over time.
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.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- What are the recommended care instructions (machine washable, dry clean, lay flat to dry) to prevent shrinkage or damage?
- We recommend hand washing this sweater in cold water and laying it flat to dry to prevent shrinkage and maintain its shape [1]. Machine washing on a gentle cycle in a mesh bag is also acceptable, but avoid the dryer as heat can cause shrinkage [1].
- How heavy or thick is this sweater? Is it suitable for layering under a coat in winter or more of a lightweight indoor piece?
- This sweater is a medium-weight ribbed knit, suitable for layering under a coat in cool weather, though it may not be as heavy as a chunky knit for deep winter. It works well as a lightweight layering piece.
- Will the 'faded-look ribbing' continue to fade with washing, or is it a pre-finished treatment that stays stable?
- The faded-look ribbing is a pre-finished treatment that should remain stable with proper care, though minimal fading may occur over many washes as with any dyed garment.
- Only sizes Small and Medium are currently available—are these the only sizes offered, or will other sizes be restocked?
- Currently we only have Small and Medium in stock. We do not have information on restock timelines for other sizes. We recommend checking back or contacting us for updates.