Le 31
Ottoman Stripe Sweater
The Ottoman Stripe Sweater by Le 31 by Simons is a minimalist crew-neck knit made from 100% recycled cotton. It features a fine horizontal ottoman rib texture across the body and sleeves, with ribbed cuffs and hem, and a close-to-body fit. This sweater is designed in Canada and available in a very dark navy/black color.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 100% reprocessed cotton
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Ottoman Stripe Sweater, a true-to-size crew neck with a standard silhouette, features woven stripes that won't peel, though pilling peaks within the first 10 washes. To maintain its shape and prevent permanent shrinkage, cold water washing and flat drying are essential; using a mesh bag reduces microfiber shedding and fiber loss.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Sweater fits true to size with a standard silhouette
- Care
- Cold wash is essential to prevent permanent shrinkage
- Stripe durability
- Woven stripes won't peel; pilling peaks in first 10 washes.
- Wash temperature
- Cold water wash (≤30°C) prevents permanent shrinkage.
- Drying method
- Dry flat only to prevent permanent stretching of shoulders and crew neck.
- Fiber shedding
- Mesh bag reduces microfiber shedding and fiber mass loss.
Product record
- Title
- Ottoman Stripe Sweater
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care and longevity for recycled cotton
- Turning the sweater inside out before laundering protects the embossed stripes from direct surface abrasion in the drum, reducing the friction that dulls the raised texture and accelerates pilling across the front and back panels.
- The weight of water in a freshly washed knit stretches the garment's shoulders and elongates the sleeves when hung; flat drying on a mesh rack or towel preserves the original dimensions and prevents the crew neck from distorting, which recycled cotton's limited recovery makes hard to reverse.
- Pilling peaks during the first 5–10 wear-wash cycles as the shorter fibers work to the surface; running a battery-operated fabric shaver over the sweater after this initial period removes the pills cleanly, after which the knit stabilizes and maintains a smoother finish for the remainder of its life — a standard maintenance step for recycled cotton knitwear.
- Recycled cotton's fibers are shorter than virgin long-staple, making them far more sensitive to heat-triggered relaxation shrinkage — washing in cold water (30°C or below) is the single biggest factor in preventing the sweater from permanently downsizing after the first few cycles, especially through the chest and sleeves.
- Short-staple recycled cotton sheds more microfibers in the wash than long-staple virgin cotton, so using a mesh laundry bag (such as a Guppyfriend) not only captures the fibers for environmental responsibility but also helps the sweater retain its mass longer by reducing physical loss of fiber content.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Close-up of a long-sleeve crew-neck sweater showing a fine horizontal ottoman rib texture across the body and sleeves, fitted on a model's upper torso and shoulders.
- Fabric textureFine horizontal ottoman ribbing visible across the sweater body and sleeves, forming even, narrow raised ridges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.34 · w 0.84 · h 0.58 (high) - NecklineCrew neck with a slightly tighter ribbed collar that sits close to the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve and shoulder constructionSet-in sleeve look with seam line at the shoulder; sleeves are long and follow the arm contour with the same ottoman rib pattern.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.40 · w 0.46 · h 0.50 (medium); x 0.46 · y 0.32 · w 0.48 · h 0.58 (high) - Fit and drapeClose-to-body fit across chest and upper arms, with minimal looseness or visible bunching.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.78 · h 0.46 (high) - Surface finishMatte knit finish with no sheen; texture casts subtle horizontal shadows emphasizing the ribs.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.34 · w 0.84 · h 0.58 (high) - Branding absenceNo visible logos, labels, or printed text on the visible sweater surfaces.
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from upper chest to head against a light neutral background, with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseThree-quarter left-facing torso and head turn toward camera; arms are crossed and partially visible, hands cropped at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.88 · h 0.76 (high) - BackgroundPlain light gray to off-white seamless background with no visible props.
- LightingSoft, diffused studio lighting from the front-left producing gentle shadows under the jaw and slight shading across the ribs.
- Image crop and framingTight crop that excludes lower torso and most of the hands; full head is visible with small margin above.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution and sharp focus on sweater texture and facial features; no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
very dark navy· body and sleeves#0E0E0Every dark navy· neck rib- Fabric textureFine horizontal ottoman ribbing visible across the sweater body and sleeves, forming even, narrow raised ridges.
- 02
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve crewneck sweater with a fine horizontal ottoman/ribbed texture, fitted cuffs and hem, shown on a model from mid-thigh to head.
- SilhouetteSweater has a classic crewneck silhouette with long sleeves and a straight hem sitting at the model's hips; garment follows the model's torso contours without heavy drape.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow, ribbed band that lies flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.06 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (high) - TextureFine horizontal ottoman-style ribs across the sweater body and sleeves creating a subtle striped texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.14 · w 0.60 · h 0.54 (high) - Cuffs and hemRibbed sleeve cuffs and a ribbed hem band that are slightly denser than the body texture.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seam is visible following the natural shoulder line; sleeve attaches with a conventional set-in seam.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (medium) - Color appearanceSweater appears as a solid very dark black with no printed graphics or visible logos.
Other
Studio product shot of a model wearing the sweater against a plain light background; three-quarter frontal pose, even soft lighting with mild shadow on the wall, cropped at mid-thigh.
- Model poseMale model stands slightly angled to camera with left shoulder closer, left hand near the fly of light blue jeans and right arm hanging, head tilted slightly forward.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingPlain off-white to light gray seamless background with soft, even lighting and a faint shadow cast to the right of the model.
- Visible non-product clothingLight blue denim jeans are visible from the waist to mid-thigh and are not part of the inspected product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high) - Image cropImage is cropped near the knees and above the head so lower legs and full background are not visible.
Colors
black· body and sleeves#0E0E0E- SilhouetteSweater has a classic crewneck silhouette with long sleeves and a straight hem sitting at the model's hips; garment follows the model's torso contours without heavy drape.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knit crewneck sweater shown on a model, displaying horizontal ottoman rib texture, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a solid dark color.
- View and fitRear-facing view of the sweater on a male model, falling to the top of the hips with a close but not tight fit across the back and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.86 (medium) - NecklineLow-profile crew neck with a narrow ribbed collar visible at the nape.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Body textureHorizontal ottoman-style ribbed knit texture running across the entire back panel and sleeves, giving a subtly ridged appearance.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.64 (high) - SleevesLong set-in sleeves with the same horizontal rib texture; sleeves extend to ribbed cuffs at the wrists.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.70 (medium); x 0.50 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.66 (medium) - HemWide ribbed hem band at the waist, matching the collar and cuffs in texture and finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high) - Color and finishSolid dark color with a matte knit finish and no visible surface sheen or printed markings.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.64 (high) - Branding absenceNo visible logos, tags, or printed brand text on the back of the sweater.
Other
Studio product shot with a neutral light gray background showing the model cropped around mid-thigh, even soft lighting, and minimal shadows.
- BackgroundSmooth neutral light gray studio background with no props or additional elements.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model crop and postureModel is standing and turned away from the camera with head slightly turned to the right; image is cropped slightly below mid-thigh showing part of jeans and right hand.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - LightingEven soft lighting from front-left producing gentle, short shadows and even exposure across the sweater surface.
- Image qualitySharp, high-resolution photograph with clear detail in knit texture and fabric edges.
Colors
deep black· sweater body#0E0E0E- View and fitRear-facing view of the sweater on a male model, falling to the top of the hips with a close but not tight fit across the back and shoulders.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
30 total30 reviews · out of 5
chantail
belle couleur
Polo
Livraison rapide et correspond à ce que j'ai commandé.
Lovely
Lovely
Très beau matériel
Je l’ai acheté pour mon mari. Il lui va très bien. Le tissu est très original et la Coupe est belle
Lainy
Purchased this as a Christmas Gift. It looks great and I liked the color and fabric of this sweater. I am hoping he will love it and enjoy wearing it
Nice sweater
It looks good on, the fabric is very thin though. Nice texture though
Love this classic sweater!
I have a couple of these Ottoman knits and am so pleased with them, I'm giving them as presents for Christmas. They wear and wash beautifully; the weight is perfect for winter/fall/spring; and they finish an outfit without looking fussy.
Bel achat
J'aime beaucoup
Correct
Correct
Très joli pull
Répond à mes attentes :)
Light weight, looks good
Texture
Soyeux
Confortable
Très beau pull
Fait très bien, belle coupe. Belle couleur (vert). Le tissu est confortable et souple Sèche rapidement (suspendu)
Confortable
Confortable
Slim fit
Good length on sleeves and body for my 6 ft son. The blue is a nice dark shade and the material although not soft is comfortable and lightweight, He is muscular and trim and the Large fit but I wouldn't recommend for anyone with a larger waistline.
Belle couleur
Beau tissus.
Nice
Love the green color the size fits well and it looks good
Couleur vive
Ce pull d’une couleur vive est un classique à avoir dans sa garde-robe.
Lovely 3 season sweater
I find this item versatile in different weather. Love it with a T underneath. The colour is a nice deep green.
Style original
J’aime particulièrement la couleur de ce chandail et son confort.
Superbe
Chandail très beau et confortable!
Stylish with Nice Fit
I bought two of these sweaters. I like the texture and they are comfortable. They are thinner than I expected, but they have a nice trim fit. I might buy more in different colours.
Chandail
Parfait
qualité parfaite
Oui je recommande cet article ! Sa texture, sa douceur et son ajustement sont remarquables. Merci !
Sorry, too small
Ended up being too tight on my husband. I do like it though
Très beau
Couleur éclatante ,belle coupe
Nice colour and quality
I ordered 2 of these for my husband . A green one and orange one . I received 2 orange ones .
True to size
Nice t’s, great weekender.
Arrived on time, everything as
Arrived on time, everything as expected.
un beau basic avec du charme
simple et confortable, mais avec un tissage intéressant et une superbe couleur
Q&A
2 answered- Is the fit true to size, or does it run slim or loose?
- This sweater fits true to size based on our experience with Le 31 products. It has a standard, not slim or overly loose, silhouette.
- Is the embossed stripe pattern woven into the fabric or printed on? Does it fade or pill over time?
- The embossed stripes are woven into the fabric as part of the knit structure — not printed on — giving them a subtle raised texture [1]. As with any cotton knit, some pilling can occur over time with friction, but proper care (gentle washing, air drying) helps minimize it.