Reprocessed-cotton zipped cardigan product image (primary)
Front view of a dark knit zip-up cardigan worn by a model; features a ribbed stand collar, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a visible metal center zipper with two zipper pulls.

Le 31

Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan

4.8/5 (32)
CA$89.00CAD
In Stock

This Le 31 by Simons cardigan is a long-sleeve zip-front knit made from 100% reprocessed cotton, featuring a fine knit texture with ribbed stand collar, cuffs, and hem, plus an exposed metal zipper. Designed in Canada, it serves as a casual mid-layer for warmth and comfort, with no external pockets.

Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Specifications

Material
100% reprocessed cotton
Gender
male
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Product Insights

Le 31's Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan offers a bomber-jacket silhouette via a stand-up collar, full-length metal zipper, and ribbed trim, positioning it as a jacket alternative for smart-casual layering. Its core promise is eco-friendly softness from 100% reprocessed cotton (pre-consumer waste), saving thousands of water liters per meter, while the tradeoff involves faster pilling at friction points and potential stretch with extended use, mitigated by ribbed edging that retains shape but requires gentle cold wash care.

Verified claims

Durability
Pills faster at friction points and stretches at stress points; ribbed trim reduces bagging.
Softness
Softer and more consistent than typical recycled cotton, thanks to pre-consumer waste fibers.
Care
To minimize pilling and fuzzing, machine wash cold on a gentle or low-spin cycle and tumble dry low; turning the cardigan inside out before washing helps preserve the knit's smoother surface.
Collar
Stand-up collar avoids the bulk and drape of a shawl collar for a cleaner, more contemporary silhouette.
Bomber styling
Stand-up collar, full-length metallic zipper, and ribbed trim create a bomber-like silhouette.
Material
100% reprocessed cotton knit is breathable, soft, and eco-friendly.
Shape retention
Ribbed edging provides shape memory; reprocessed cotton may stretch with extended use.
Layering
Medium-weight knit layers over a t-shirt or button-down as a light outer layer.
Sizing
Fit reports are mixed: some buyers find it true to size or only slightly snug through the middle, while others report a slim cut and recommend sizing up, and a few say it runs large; check the size guide or size up for a looser fit.
Ribbed fit
Ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem stretch over layers and retain shape.
Zipper quality
Full-length metal zipper adds metallic sheen and feels sturdy.
Versatile wear
Fully zipped it resembles a bomber jacket; worn open the collar stays upright for a clean look.
Jacket alternative
Pairs with denim or chinos as a bomber-inspired jacket alternative.
Breathability
The 100% cotton knit lets body heat and moisture escape rather than trapping them against the skin, so it avoids the clammy feel of poly-cotton blends when layered.
Reprocessed cotton
Reprocessed cotton is made from pre-consumer cotton waste, such as fabric scraps from manufacturing, that is broken down and re-spun into new yarn; it differs from recycled cotton, which often uses post-consumer garments, and organic cotton, which is grown without synthetic pesticides.
Value
Multiple buyers describe the cardigan as good quality for the price and stylish enough for work or casual wear.

Product record

Title
Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan
Brand
Le 31
Price
89 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Reprocessed-cotton zipped cardigan product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a dark knit zip-up cardigan worn by a model; features a ribbed stand collar, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a visible metal center zipper with two zipper pulls.

  • Overall shapeLong-sleeve zip-up cardigan with a straight, relaxed fit visible on the model from chest to hips.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high)
  • CollarShort, ribbed stand collar that rises slightly around the neck.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.06 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Ribbed trimRibbed knit cuffs and a ribbed hem band at the wrists and waist.
    3 regionsx 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.74 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high)
  • ClosureVisible center metal zipper running from hem to collar with at least one zipper pull visible at the lower left side; zipper teeth form a narrow vertical metallic strip.
    2 regionsx 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.02 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.33 · y 0.78 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Surface textureSmooth knit fabric with a fine, even texture consistent across the body and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Pocket presenceNo external pockets or pocket openings are visible on the front panels in this view.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.72 · h 0.48 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing the model from head to hips against a plain light background; model wears a white T-shirt and dark drawstring pants and sunglasses. Even, soft lighting with minimal shadows.

  • Model stylingMale model wearing the cardigan unzipped over a white crew T-shirt and dark elastic-waist drawstring pants.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high)
  • AccessoriesSmall rectangular dark sunglasses worn by the model.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Background and lightingUniform pale off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and faint soft shadowing under the model.

Colors

black· cardigan body#0E0D0Emetallic silver· zipper teeth and pulls
Reprocessed-cotton zipped cardigan product image 2
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Product

Front-facing close-up of a black knitted zip-up cardigan showing the chest, collar, zipper, and folded arms; visible ribbed collar and cuffs, metal central zipper, and textured knit fabric.

  • CollarVertical ribbed mock/turtleneck collar in the same black knit as the body, rising slightly up the neck.
    1 regionx 0.37 · y 0.16 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Central zipperExposed metal zipper centered on the garment with visible shiny zipper teeth and a rectangular metal zipper pull at the collar.
    2 regionsx 0.47 · y 0.26 · w 0.04 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.47 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Knit textureEven medium-weight knit texture visible across the torso with small uniform stitch pattern.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves finished with ribbed cuffs in the same black knit; left sleeve partially crossed over the body.
    2 regionsx 0.05 · y 0.58 · w 0.42 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.62 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Color uniformityCardigan appears uniformly dark black across visible panels with no visible patterns or contrasting panels.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.62 (high)

Other

Studio portrait crop showing model from upper torso to top of head against a pale neutral background; model wearing sunglasses and standing with arms crossed; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.

  • Model stylingMale model shown from upper torso to just above the head wearing small rectangular dark sunglasses and the cardigan zipped to the collar; arms crossed across the torso.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.92 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal hard shadows and gentle shadowing under the chin and arms.
  • Crop and compositionCentered vertical crop focusing on torso and face; image framed to emphasize collar and zipper details.
  • Hand visibilityFingers of the model's left hand visible resting on the right arm; skin tone and fingernails clearly visible.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)

Colors

black· main body and sleeves#110F11metallic silver· zipper teeth and pull
Reprocessed-cotton zipped cardigan product image 3
03

Product

Rear view of a dark knitted long-sleeve zipped cardigan on a model showing ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem and a fine knit texture.

  • Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve cardigan shown from the back with a straight, slightly relaxed fit that sits at the hips on the model.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.75 (high)
  • CollarShort, folded ribbed stand collar that wraps around the neck opening and lies flat against the nape.
    1 regionx 0.37 · y 0.02 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high)
  • HemWide ribbed hem band at the waist with vertical rib knit that is visibly thicker than the body knit.
    1 regionx 0.19 · y 0.64 · w 0.62 · h 0.13 (high)
  • CuffsNarrow ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends matching the hem and collar rib pattern.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.61 · w 0.17 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.67 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Knit textureFine, even knit across the body and sleeves with a smooth matte appearance.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Shoulder/seam detailVisible shoulder seam line running from the collar toward the upper arm on both sides.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.11 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.11 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Closure not visibleNo front closure or zipper is visible from the rear view; front area is not shown.
  • Back shapingBack panel appears unadorned and flat with a small horizontal fold or soft wrinkle on the lower right back.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.47 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Studio rear portrait of a model wearing the cardigan against a plain light background with soft, even lighting.

  • View and compositionRear three-quarter upper-body shot of a standing model cropped at mid-thigh, showing the cardigan on the model rather than a flat lay.
  • Background and lightingUniform off-white background with diffuse, shadow-minimal lighting and soft shadowing under the arms.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
  • Model stylingModel has short dark wavy hair and is wearing dark trousers; right hand is partially in a pocket and the left hand is visible at the side.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.72 · w 0.34 · h 0.25 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, well focused with no visible artifacts or motion blur.

Colors

very dark navy· cardigan body#110F12

Variants

25 SKUs
All variants of Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4159720Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Black - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4159721Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Black - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4159722Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Black - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159723Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Black - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159724Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Black - Xx-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159725Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Oxford - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4159726Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Oxford - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4159727Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Oxford - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159728Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Oxford - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159729Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Oxford - Xx-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4705531Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Chocolate/espresso - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4705532Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Chocolate/espresso - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4705533Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Chocolate/espresso - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4705534Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Chocolate/espresso - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4705535Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Chocolate/espresso - Xx-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4705536Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Moss - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4705537Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Moss - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4705538Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Moss - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4705539Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Moss - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4705540Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Moss - Xx-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159740Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Patterned Blue - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4159741Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Patterned Blue - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4159742Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Patterned Blue - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159743Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Patterned Blue - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4159744Reprocessed-Cotton Zipped Cardigan - Patterned Blue - Xx-LargeCA$89.00Yes

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Customer Reviews

32 total
4.8

32 reviews · out of 5

Great quality and colour

Janet B.

The sweater exceeded expectations. It is a Christmas gift, and we are confident it will be well-received and worn for many years.

Confortable

Roch M.

Belle apparence

Great. I bought In two colours.

Derek B.

Love it. May buy a third. Great for over a dress shirt at work.

SUPER SLIM fit

Adam B.

It looks slim sure, but I got a medium and a large to make sure I got the right size. But I would’ve need a xl or 2 xl. If you really want it, size up. Maybe even twice if you like a little looser fit Sweater itself is good quality wise

Great quality

DL K.

Good value

Superbe veste tout-aller

Michel R.

J'aime beaucoup la tenue. Le tricot de coton est très confortable, la fermeture éclair fonctionne bien et le type de col me plaît.

Zip cardigan

Maureen F.

Nice colour

Great Cardigan

James M.

Well made, good fit, comfortable and love the quality

Looking go9d

Diane M.

Yes of course

Parfait , qualite

Denise G.

chic

Nice and stylish zip-up

Samuel V.

I got this sweater so that I could wear it to work and also have a casual zip-up for different occasions. It is nicely styled and the material is re-processed cotton but feels a little like lightweight wool and is quite warm, actually. Definitely a sweater that I will wear often

Super achat!

Marie B.

Qualité A1! Livraison le lendemain durant la période des Fêtes… Excellent service!

Great value

Robert H.

Great value

Great sweater

Doug E.

Looks and fits great!

Très bien

Julie B.

Très bien

Parfait!

Marie-Andrée M.

Super!

Fits and looks perfect.

Geoff C.

Love it. The green is very nice and the fit is great. My hope is that it does not shrink and pull.

chandail

Harold L.

très satisfait grandeur parfait et agréable à porter,

Nice

Camille V.

Nice sweater. Didn’t end up keeping it because he already had a blue sip up sweater.

Cardigan pour homme

Manon S.

Belle qualité

Très apprécié

Lionel C.

Oui

Made in China

Terry F.

I wish Simons would include country of manufacturing in the description.

satisfait

JMC C.

oui

Impeccable!

Francine G.

Impeccable!

He loves

Ksenia T.

Purchased for partner's bday. He now wears ALL THE TIME. I purchased larger than normal as others said the fit was tight. It's a bit loose on my partner, which he prefers.

Great gift

Isabel W.

My son was very pleased with this cardigan. He liked the burgundy colour, the zipper and the fit

It fits very nicely -

Jennifer Z.

It fits very nicely - a birthday present for my husband.

Bien

Réjean L.

Belle qualité

Parfait

Pierre B.

Garde sa taille

Belle qualité

Pierre D.

La qualité du matériel est excellente mais je le trouve un peu lourd ce qui fait qu’il ne tombe pas comme je l’imaginais. Il est fait grand .

Good quality for the price

David D.

Good quality for the price and stylish to boot

Comfortable

Norman S.

Very nice cardigan with good detail. It fits slightly snug through the middle but otherwise perfect.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/shawls-cardigans/reprocessed-cotton-zipped-cardigan--15233-219409?colourId=0
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