
Le 31
Cable-Knit Cardigan
This is a long-sleeve, V-neck cardigan from Le 31 by Simons, crafted in Canada from 100% recycled cotton. It features a textured ribbed knit with twisted cables, a button-front placket with five tonal buttons, and ribbed edging at the hem, cuffs, and neckline. The cardigan has a straight hem that sits at the hips and is available in navy.
- Material
- 100% recycled cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Textured ribbed knit cardigan with V-neck and button front, made from ultra-comfortable 100% recycled cotton.
Textured ribbed knit, twisted cables, V neck, button closure, ribbed edging, recycled cotton construction
- Material
- 100% recycled cotton
- Style
- casual, classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Textured ribbed knit with twisted cables
- V neck
- Buttons down the front
- Ribbed edging
- Ultra-comfortable 100% recycled cotton
Product Insights
The Cable-Knit Cardigan by Le 31 is a medium-weight knit that provides warmth without bulk, suitable for layering under a coat or standalone. Its 100% recycled cotton with a nubbly texture resists pilling, while the ribbed knit and twisted cables create memory that resists bagging and distortion. The textured cable-knit surface conceals light pilling, keeping the front panel near-new. It is machine washable on gentle cycle with cold water to maintain shape. The core promise is shape retention and pilling concealment with easy care; the main tradeoff is the need for gentle washing to preserve the shape.
Verified claims
- Shape retention
- Ribbed knit and twisted cables create memory that resists bagging and distortion.
- Pilling concealment
- Textured cable-knit surface hides light pilling that cotton develops over time.
- Care
- Machine washable on gentle cycle with cold water to help maintain shape.
- Texture
- 100% recycled cotton: nubbly texture gives heritage feel and resists pilling.
- Warmth
- Textured ribbed knit provides warmth without bulk for layering.
- Layering
- Medium-weight knit works for layering under a coat or standalone, warm without bulk.
- Pilling appearance
- Cable texture obscures pilling, keeping front panel near-new appearance.
- Washing
- Machine washable on gentle with cold water.
- Pilling resistance
- Twisted yarns and textured face reduce visible pilling.
Product record
- Title
- Cable-Knit Cardigan
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Cable-knit shape retention and care
- The cable pattern uses twisted yarns, which have a higher twist-per-inch than singles, locking fibers together to resist pilling and preserve the cable's raised, sculptural relief — so after dozens of wears the front panels still look dimensionally knit rather than matted down.
- The continuous ribbed texture functions like a series of micro-springs that stretch and recover, giving the entire garment a memory that prevents the sleeves and body from bagging out at the elbows and back — a known weakness of flat-knit cotton cardigans.
- The heavily textured, cable-rich face of the knit obscures the light pilling that cotton inevitably develops, extending the garment's near-new appearance longer than a smooth knit, while the recycled fiber's slightly nubbly texture actually enhances the hand feel of a traditional fisherman's sweater.
- The ribbed bands are knit with a structure that tightly retracts after being stretched, so daily actions like pushing up sleeves or sitting while buttoned won’t permanently distort the edging — a detail that keeps the cardigan looking tailored through seasons of wear.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a navy cable-knit cardigan worn by a model; visible features include a V-neck button front, ribbed placket, hem and cuffs, and tonal round buttons.
- Overall shapeLong-sleeve V-neck button-front cardigan with a straight hem sitting at the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Knit patternProminent vertical cable-knit pattern running in parallel columns across the front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Placket and buttonsRibbed button placket with five evenly spaced round tonal buttons, each appearing to have four holes.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.38 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high) - Ribbed trimsWide ribbed hem and ribbed sleeve cuffs that are visibly tighter than the body knit.
3 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve fit and constructionSet-in sleeves with continuous cable pattern; sleeves appear full length and slightly fitted at the cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.44 (high) - Visible inner layerWhite crew-neck T-shirt visible under the cardigan at the chest opening.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from head to hips against a light neutral background with soft lighting and a faint shadow to the right.
- Model and stylingMale model wearing the cardigan over a white T-shirt and beige trousers, hands relaxed with one hand partially in a pocket.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.88 (medium) - Background and lightingEven light neutral background with soft studio lighting and a subtle shadow cast to the right of the model.
- Shot compositionCentered three-quarter frontal crop showing the model from head to just below the hips.
Colors
navy blue· cardigan body and sleeves#252D4A- Overall shapeLong-sleeve V-neck button-front cardigan with a straight hem sitting at the model's hips.
- 02

Product
Front-facing view of a navy cable-knit cardigan worn by a model, showing V-neck, ribbed trim and two visible buttons; vertical cable pattern runs across the front panels and sleeves.
- Silhouette and fitFront-facing torso view of a long-sleeve cardigan with a deep V-neck opening and a straight hemline not fully visible due to crop; garment is worn over a white crew or scoop neck undershirt.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.58 (high) - Knit patternProminent vertical cable-knit pattern consisting of repeated braided cable columns separated by narrow ribbed channels, visible across the front panels and continuing onto the upper sleeves.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.40 · w 0.90 · h 0.50 (high) - Neckline trimWide ribbed V-neck band that frames the opening and lies flat against the chest, creating a distinct textured border around the cable panels.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - ButtonsTwo round, four-hole buttons vertically aligned on the right front placket; buttons match the garment color and are sewn through the knit band.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.54 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (medium) - Sleeve detailUpper sleeve shows continuation of the cable pattern and ribbed texture consistent with the body knit; shoulder seam is slightly visible at the edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.47 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (medium) - Material appearanceMedium-weight knit with a matte finish; stitch definition and texture are clearly visible indicating a pronounced knitted surface.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.45 · w 0.80 · h 0.45 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from upper torso to head against a plain light background with soft even lighting and subtle shadow at the right edge; image cropped above waist.
- Model and cropImage shows a male model from mid-chest upward; face and neckline are included and the lower hem of the cardigan is cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - BackgroundSmooth, light neutral background with a soft shadow cast to the right of the model indicating directional studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.36 (high) - Undershirt visiblePortion of a white undershirt is visible beneath the cardigan at the chest opening, forming a contrast with the navy knit.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.46 · w 0.26 · h 0.08 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven, soft studio lighting with mild shadowing on the model's right side and a faint cast shadow on the background to the right of the head and shoulder.
Colors
deep navy· main body#252C4Anavy· buttons#1C2334- Silhouette and fitFront-facing torso view of a long-sleeve cardigan with a deep V-neck opening and a straight hemline not fully visible due to crop; garment is worn over a white crew or scoop neck undershirt.
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Product
Rear three-quarter view of a navy cable-knit cardigan worn by a model, showing the back panel, sleeves, ribbed hem and collar details.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a long-sleeve cardigan fitted on a model with a straight hem that sits at the hips and a slightly relaxed sleeve fit.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high) - Cable knit patternVertical cable-knit pattern composed of repeated braided cable columns covering the back panel and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - Ribbed hem and cuffsWide horizontal ribbed knit at the bottom hem and narrower ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends, both in the same yarn and color as the body.
3 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.70 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high) - Collar detailShort, ribbed crew-style collar visible at the nape, matching the hem and cuff ribbing.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.08 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Material appearanceMedium-weight textured knit with visible stitch definition and slight surface nap consistent across the garment.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seam lines run from neck toward the upper arm and are visible where the back panel meets the sleeves.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a model against a pale neutral background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped to show model from head to upper thighs in a three-quarter rear pose.
- Model poseMale model standing with torso turned slightly to the left, head turned left showing profile, left arm relaxed at side and right arm bent behind back.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light grey background with soft directional lighting from the front-left producing mild shadows along the garment fold lines.
- Visible clothing not part of productBeige trousers are visible below the sweater and should be considered a styling prop rather than part of the product.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.16 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution, sharply focused image with clear texture detail and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
navy blue· back panel and sleeves#252B42navy blue· ribbed hem and cuffs#252B42- Overall silhouetteBack view of a long-sleeve cardigan fitted on a model with a straight hem that sits at the hips and a slightly relaxed sleeve fit.
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Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
perfect color
I have been searching for a pale yellow cardigan for ages and this was the perfect color and size. Material is soft. I did not purchase this on sale and I thought it was worth the price.
100% coton cardigan
I just love this cardi, the color is perfect , since all my wardrobe is neutral color . I'm a women and I find that your store ,wich I only shop at, have more selection in natural fiber like cotton and wool in the man section. plus it look so much like a Ralh Lauren ( my favorite bran) that I saw on there site . And by the way they don't ship in quebec ? Good think your store have some of there clothes .
Q&A
2 answered- Can this cardigan be machine washed, or does it require dry cleaning?
- The cardigan is made from 100% recycled cotton, which is generally machine washable on a gentle cycle with cold water. However, we recommend checking the care label inside the garment for precise instructions to ensure longevity.
- How thick is this cardigan? Is it suitable for layering under a coat or as a standalone piece?
- This cable-knit cardigan is a medium-weight knit, suitable for layering under a coat in colder weather or wearing as a standalone piece in milder conditions. The textured ribbed knit provides warmth without being overly bulky [1].