What is the exact percentage of cotton and synthetic fibers in the cotton-blend knit?

The cotton-blend knit is composed of 55% cotton and 45% acrylic.

FIVE STUDIOS

Minimalist Knit Polo

CA$120.00CAD

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The Minimalist Knit Polo from FIVE STUDIOS is a men's short-sleeve polo shirt with a cropped, relaxed fit. It features a polo collar with a five-button placket, a tone-on-tone embroidered logo, and is knit from a 55% cotton, 45% acrylic blend. This machine-washable top is suitable for casual wear.

Material: cotton-blend knit
Style: minimal, classic
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Off White

Size

MEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

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Specifications

Cropped knit polo shirt with tone-on-tone logo and five-button placket.

Cropped length, polo collar, five-button placket, short sleeves, cotton-blend knit.

Material: cotton-blend knit
Style: minimal, classic
Occasion: casual, everyday
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

tone-on-tone embroidered logo
cropped silhouette
five-button placket
polo collar
short sleeves
cotton-blend knit

Product Insights

A modern, design-forward polo from Simons's Le 31 line, the Minimalist Knit Polo uses a cropped hem and five-button placket to visually lengthen the torso, creating a clean, untucked silhouette. Its 55-45 cotton-acrylic blend delivers a plush, sweater-like hand feel and holds its shape after washing, while the tone-on-tone logo and off-white color keep attention on the cropped cut and allow bold accessory pairings. The blend reduces wrinkling, pilling, and fading for easy care, but requires flat-drying to avoid permanent deformation, and its quicker drying time aids warm-weather comfort.

Verified claims

Brand context: Part of Le 31, Simons's accessible, design-forward contemporary menswear line.
Design details: Cropped hem and five-button placket visually lengthen the torso for a modern silhouette.
Material blend: 55% cotton, 45% acrylic blend provides sweater-like feel and shape retention.
Cropped hem proportion: Cropped hem sits at the natural waist, creating a clean line without tucking.
Five-button placket: Five-button placket visually lengthens the torso and doubles as a layering gate.
Subtle branding and color: Tone-on-tone logo and off-white color keep the cropped cut the focal point.
Lengthening: Five-button placket lengthens cropped body visually.
Layering gate: Placket opens as a layering gate when left partially unbuttoned.
Design focus: Tonal logo and off-white color direct focus to the silhouette and placket.
Color warmth: Off White knit with tone-on-tone logo boosts wardrobe versatility in neutral and earth-tone looks.
Minimalist logo: Tone-on-tone logo eliminates visual noise, focusing attention on the cropped cut and enabling bold accessory pairings.
Hand feel: Knit feels plush and structured against skin, not synthetic-slick.
Shape retention: Cropped silhouette stays crisp after washing and daily wear.
Breathability: Dries faster than all-cotton, helping stay comfortable in warm weather.
Care: Blend reduces wrinkling, pilling, and fading for easy care.
Pilling: Less pill-prone than high-acrylic knits; any pilling is easily rejuvenated with a fabric shaver.
Shape and feel: Cropped hem stays crisp and fabric remains plush without bagging over time.
Washing and drying: Resists wrinkles and shrinkage; dries faster than all-cotton; must be flat-dried to avoid permanent deformation.

Product record

Title: Minimalist Knit Polo
Brand: FIVE STUDIOS
Price: 120 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Behind the FIVE STUDIOS label

Being sold at Le 31 situates FIVE STUDIOS within Simons's in-house men's contemporary collection, a platform known for championing accessible, design-forward menswear — for the buyer, this curated context implies the polo has been selected for its alignment with modern, clean-lined aesthetics and its ability to deliver style at a mid-tier price, rather than competing in the fast-fashion arena.

How to style the cropped silhouette

A cropped hem that ends around the natural waist eliminates the bulk of a traditional polo untucked, creating a clean, deliberate break between torso and leg that pairs naturally with high-waisted trousers, roomy shorts, or a boxy overshirt.
The cotton-acrylic blend gives the polo a more substantial, sweater-like hand than a traditional pique, but the acrylic's shape memory ensures the hem stays crisp wash after wash — essential because a cropped garment that stretches out loses its defining silhouette.
The full five-button placket, longer than the standard two- or three-button setup, introduces a continuous vertical seam that lengthens the optical impression of the abbreviated body, especially when worn closed, and doubles as an adjustable layering gate when left partially open over a textured tee.
Off White, a warmer, less clinical alternative to pure white, tones down the edge of the cropped silhouette; it reads as intentional rather than trendy and integrates easily into earth-tone, neutral, and even pastel-heavy wardrobes that can find stark white too severe.
An embroidered logo dyed to match the Off White knit eliminates visual noise, which lets the cropped cut and placket detail drive the look; for building a directional outfit, this restraint means other elements — wide trousers, chunky loafers, a crossbody bag — can compete for attention without clashing.

How the cotton-acrylic blend wears over time

Acrylic is typically solution-dyed at the fiber level, locking in pigment more permanently than the surface dyes used on cotton — the 45% acrylic here acts as a color anchor for the Off-White body and tone-on-tone embroidered logo, reducing fading and keeping the minimalist look crisp through repeated washes.
Short acrylic staple fibers tend to migrate to the surface under abrasion and form pills, but the 55% cotton share moderates static buildup that accelerates the process — so while the polo will develop some texture at friction points like the underarm, it remains less pill-prone than a higher-acrylic sweater and can be refreshed with a fabric shaver.
The acrylic contributes a resilient, slightly wool-like spring that prevents the knit from sagging or bagging over a day's wear, while the cotton majority keeps the surface soft and matte rather than synthetic-slick — the result is a polo that feels plush and structured rather than limp.
Acrylic fibers absorb almost no moisture (under 2% vs. cotton's ~8%), so the 45% acrylic content cuts the knit's water retention and shortens drying time compared to an all-cotton polo — a practical edge for a warm-weather piece worn through a day of shifting conditions.
Acrylic's thermoplastic nature gives the blend strong elastic recovery from wrinkling and dimensional stability through washes, meaning the cropped silhouette and five-button placket stay neat with little to no ironing; the trade-off is that high dryer heat can permanently deform the knit, which is why the care tag specifies flat drying.

Image Analysis

3 images

01: Product
Front-facing short-sleeve knitted polo in a light cream color with a three- to four-button placket, spread collar, ribbed sleeve cuffs and hem, and visible knit texture.
Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo with a straight, slightly boxy torso that ends at the waistline where it meets the model's pants.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high)
Collar and placketSoft, spread polo collar with a vertical button placket extending down the upper chest; placket shows multiple visible buttons.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high)
ButtonsRound buttons on the placket in a warm tan/gold tone contrasting slightly with the knit fabric.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves finishing with a narrow ribbed cuff that sits close to the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Hem finishLower hem shows a subtle ribbed knit finish that creates a defined edge at the waist.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high)
Knit textureUniform fine knit texture visible across the body and sleeves, giving a slightly nubby surface appearance.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.22 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Full-body lifestyle shot of a model standing front-facing in a barn-like setting with stacked hay bales; even soft lighting with natural shadows and no visible packaging.
Background environmentStacked hay bales fill the background and floor, creating a textured agricultural setting behind and beneath the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Model pose and framingModel stands straight, facing the camera with arms relaxed at sides; image is centered on the model showing full body from head to shoes.
Accessories visibleModel wears a patterned cap, dark pants and two-tone shoes; these items are visible but are not described as the photographed product.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.28 · y 0.50 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high)
Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused lighting with gentle shadows under the model and slight shadowing on the face from the cap brim.
Colors
cream· body#DCDDE1warm tan· buttons#A29D94
02: Product
Close-up of the front upper section of a short-sleeve knit polo in an off-white/ivory textured knit with a pointed knit collar and a vertical placket of round brown/gold buttons.
Overall silhouetteFront upper torso and head visible wearing a short-sleeve knit polo with a relaxed fit; the hem and lower body are cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.22 · w 0.90 · h 0.66 (high)
Material and textureMedium-gauge textured knit with small, evenly distributed puckered knit structure visible across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.34 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (high)
CollarPointed flat knit collar made from the same off-white knit as the body, lying flat against the chest with visible ribbed edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
Placket and buttonsVertical placket centered below the collar with a single column of five round glossy buttons that are brown-gold/tortoiseshell in appearance.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.32 · w 0.13 · h 0.45 (high)
Sleeve finishShort sleeves with a narrow ribbed cuff finishing the sleeve edge in the same off-white knit.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.25 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.50 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (medium)
Visible skin and tattooSmall portion of the model's inner upper arm is visible with a partial dark tattoo peeking from under the right sleeve.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.58 · w 0.17 · h 0.17 (high)
Buttons close-up appearanceButtons have a glossy finish with lighter highlights and darker veining, giving a tortoiseshell-like look.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.37 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.47 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing model from chest up against a white background with a sharp shadow on the wall; even bright lighting from the left produces soft shadows on the right side of the subject.
Background and shadowPlain white background with a distinct soft-edged cast shadow of the model falling to the right and slightly behind.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.60 (high)
Framing and cropImage is a close portrait-style crop showing the model head, shoulders, and upper torso; lower body and full arms are cropped out.
Model stylingModel wears a small hoop earring in the left ear and has a short buzz haircut; these appear as styling elements not part of the product.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly lit image with sharp detail on knit texture and button surfaces.
Colors
ivory· body and collarwarm tortoise brown· buttons#E5BB9D
03: Product
Back view of a short-sleeve knit polo worn by a model; visible features include a ribbed fold-over collar, textured knit body, short sleeves, and a straight hem with a relaxed, boxy fit.
View and fitRear view of the garment on a model showing a relaxed, slightly boxy fit that falls to the hips.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.74 (high)
CollarFold-over ribbed polo collar in the same color as the body, sitting flat against the neck with visible horizontal rib texture.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high)
SleevesShort sleeves with a straight hem; sleeve length ends above the elbow and shows knit texture continuous with the body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high)
HemStraight hem with a subtle ribbed or rolled finish visible along the bottom edge of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.66 · h 0.12 (high)
Knit textureUniform textured knit across the body and sleeves, visible as a fine, slightly raised stitch pattern.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high)
Side seam detailVisible vertical seam at the right side of the garment (viewer left), running from underarm toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.50 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from behind against a white background with even lighting and a soft shadow to the right; the model's arms and partial profile are visible and hands are in pockets.
Background and lightingWhite seamless background with strong, even frontal lighting producing a soft shadow to the right of the model.
Model presenceMale model is shown from the rear with partial left-profile of the head visible and both forearms visible; right hand is partially in a pocket.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.24 · h 0.32 (high)
Shadow and reflectionSoft cast shadow from the model on the background to the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.72 (high)
Image framingPortrait-oriented crop showing the model from head to just below the hips; edges of the pants and hands are visible at the bottom.
Colors
off-white cream· body and sleeves

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Q&A

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What is the exact percentage of cotton and synthetic fibers in the cotton-blend knit?: The cotton-blend knit is composed of 55% cotton and 45% acrylic.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/short-sleeves/minimalist-knit-polo--22192-26212?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026