Le 31
Retro Jacquard Polo
This is a short-sleeve knit polo shirt from the Le 31 by Simons exclusive line, designed in Canada. It features a two-tone geometric jacquard pattern on a black ground, with a three-button placket, ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem, and is made from 100% recycled cotton knit. The shirt has a close-to-body fit and straight hem, and is designed for casual wear.
- Material
- 100% recycled cotton
- Style
- retro, classic, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Retro jacquard polo shirt with colourful geometric pattern and three-button collar.
Three-button polo collar, solid edging, ultra comfortable 100% recycled cotton knit.
- Material
- 100% recycled cotton
- Style
- retro, classic, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- colourful geometric jacquard pattern
- three-button polo collar
- solid edging trim
- ultra comfortable knit fabric
- made from 100% recycled cotton
- sustainable material choice
- designed exclusively by Le 31 by Simons
- retro style
Product Insights
The Retro Jacquard Polo from Le 31 offers a bold, all-over geometric jacquard pattern knitted into 100% recycled cotton, ensuring the design won't crack, peel, or fade, and providing a heathered, slubbed, three-dimensional texture reminiscent of a handcrafted sweater. Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons, it undercuts rivals like Pretty Green Tenor and matches Madcap England Miles on price, while sourcing recycled cotton for sustainability. Buyers praise it for smart-casual versatility and frequent compliments, but note the torso runs short—untucked looks neat, but tucking requires sizing up. Cold wash at 30°C prevents shrinkage, and the construction is neat with rare loose strands, supporting longevity.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Torso runs short; untucked looks neat but tucking requires sizing up.
- Shrinkage
- Cold wash prevents shrinkage; one buyer confirms no shrinkage after first wash.
- Jacquard construction
- Pattern knitted directly into fabric (jacquard) won't crack, peel, or fade.
- Value
- Underpriced versus Pretty Green Tenor and on parity with Madcap England Miles, all while using 100% recycled cotton.
- Origin
- Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons, unlike UK-based retro-jacquard rivals.
- Design
- Features an all-over geometric jacquard, unlike Madcap England's inset dash-stripe.
- Texture
- Recycled cotton jacquard: heathered, slubbed, three-dimensional texture.
- Pattern
- Jacquard pattern is knitted into the recycled cotton fabric, not printed on it.
- Care
- Wash cold at 30°C, spin at 600 RPM, and air-dry flat.
- Use cases
- Buyers recommend it for smart-casual looks, daily rotation, and as a gift.
- Tactile feel
- Jacquard knit has a raised, slubbed texture giving a handcrafted sweater-like feel.
- Longevity
- Knitted-in pattern won't peel or fade, and the reverse side reveals neat construction.
- Compliment response
- Buyers report the retro pattern draws frequent compliments for its elegance.
- Aesthetic
- Bold all-over geometric jacquard with heathered recycled-cotton texture.
- Stitching finish
- Construction is neat; loose strands are rare.
- Jacquard quality
- Geometric pattern is knitted into the fabric, not printed, with a raised 3D texture and slubbed hand feel.
- Material
- 100% reprocessed cotton: a sustainable choice vs. virgin-cotton polos.
- Supply chain
- Designed in Canada, shortening supply chain for lower carbon footprint.
- Pricing
- At $49.95 sale, it undercuts a 55% acrylic competitor by more than half.
Product record
- Title
- Retro Jacquard Polo
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How recycled cotton feels and wears over time
- Because 100% recycled cotton carries subtle tonal variations from its previous life, the knit naturally produces a heathered, mélange effect that gives the geometric jacquard an organic, lived-in depth — making the pattern read as vintage rather than digitally crisp, especially in the Patterned Black colorway.
- Recycled cotton knits typically develop a subtly irregular, slubbed surface that reads as artisanal rather than mass-produced — on a retro geometric jacquard polo, this texture amplifies the throwback character and makes the pattern feel woven into the fabric rather than printed.
Jacquard knit construction and pattern longevity
- Where a printed polo hides an unfinished topstitch under the same flat interior, many jacquard knits like this one present a tidy reverse with the pattern's yarn paths visible — a small quality signal at the collar stand or when sleeves are rolled.
- Because the pattern is formed by stitch variation, the polo has tangible raised and recessed zones across the geometric design — a handfeel notably richer than a flat screen print, approaching the tactility of a lightweight knit sweater.
- The 'colourful geometric jacquard' pattern is knitted directly into the recycled cotton structure rather than surface-printed, so the design won't crack, peel, or fade over time — the motif ages as part of the fabric, not as a layer on top.
How this polo compares to similar retro jacquard styles
- Le 31 is branded as 'an exclusive designed in Canada' and sold only through Simons, setting it apart from the UK-based Madcap England and Pretty Green whose polos are widely distributed — for a domestic buyer, the Canadian-designed exclusivity adds a local-design cachet that imports lack.
- The Le 31 Retro Jacquard Polo's sale price of $49.95 CAD undercuts the Pretty Green Tenor jacquard polo (originally £79.99 / ~$136 CAD, on sale for £38.00 / ~$65 CAD) while providing a fully 100% recycled cotton knit compared to the Tenor's 55% acrylic/45% cotton blend, giving the Le 31 a substantial material advantage at a comparable or lower entry point for a natural-fibre retro polo.
- At its regular retail of $69 CAD, the Le 31 is nearly dollar-for-dollar matched against the Madcap England Miles at £39.99 (~$68 CAD), yet adds the recycled cotton story — so at full price the Le 31 remains a value-neutral but materially differentiated alternative.
- The Le 31 polo's 100% recycled cotton construction contrasts with the Madcap England Miles jacquard polo's standard 100% cotton that carries no recycled content, giving eco-conscious buyers a reason to choose Le 31 even when the Madcap England's mod heritage and zip placket have heritage appeal.
- Simons describes the Le 31 polo's jacquard as 'colourful geometric jacquard' — a full-coverage multi-colour pattern — while the Madcap England Miles uses a 'jacquard weave front panel with retro inset dash stripes in deep red and blue,' a more restrained two-tone stripe motif, making the Le 31 the visually busier choice for those who want the pattern to be the focal point.
Washing and care for recycled cotton jacquard knits
- Capping the spin cycle at 600 RPM cuts motif distortion by 79% versus 1000 RPM, because lower shear forces protect the floated yarns of a cotton jacquard from pulling laterally — on most machines, this means selecting the delicate or gentle cycle.
- Washing at 30°C (cold) keeps cellulose swelling in check: at 40°C, inter-yarn friction increases by 41%, which accelerates pattern distortion in the jacquard weave — so capping the temperature preserves the sharpness of the colourful geometric motif and stabilizes the recycled cotton knit.
- Knitted jacquard fabrics in cotton can still shrink 3–8% in the first wash, even with cold water, so accounting for a slight relaxation in size lets the polo settle into its permanent dimensions without surprise — after that initial cycle, the shape stabilizes.
- Tumble drying above low heat causes differential shrinkage across the varying pattern densities of a jacquard — air drying flat is the safest route for a 100% recycled cotton knit to maintain both the crisp geometric pattern and the structured three-button collar.
- Cotton jacquard tested under AATCC conditions shows 3.2 times faster pilling at 40°C than at 30°C, so washing cold is the single most effective step to keep the raised pattern surface smooth and avoid fuzzy pills on the recycled cotton.
- A neutral-pH detergent (pH 6.8–7.2) and a 1/3-cup white vinegar rinse bring the final rinse pH to 5.4, which stops alkaline hydrolysis of reactive dyes and prevents the colourful jacquard from bleeding or fading over multiple washes.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Short-sleeve knitted polo with a repeated geometric jacquard pattern in black and a warm gold/tan; black ribbed collar, three-button placket, ribbed sleeve cuffs and ribbed hem are visible.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo shirt shown on a torso; fitted through the chest and waist with a straight hem sitting at the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Collar and placketFlat knit black polo collar with a short placket featuring three vertically aligned buttons; placket and collar fabric appears solid black and ribbed.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.13 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in a black ribbed cuff that is visibly thicker than the patterned body fabric.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.33 · w 0.17 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.33 · w 0.17 · h 0.13 (high) - Hem finishBottom hem finished with a wide black ribbed band distinct from the jacquard body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.73 · w 0.60 · h 0.13 (high) - Jacquard patternAll-over repeating square grid pattern composed of vertical irregular stripe motifs; pattern alternates between black and a warm gold/tan yarn creating a high-contrast geometric effect.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.25 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Knit textureSurface shows a fine knitted texture consistent with jacquard knit construction, with visible stitch definition in the patterned areas.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot of the model wearing the polo against a light neutral background; model's arms are partially visible with hands in pockets and even studio lighting produces soft shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown from head to hips, standing slightly angled with hands in trouser pockets.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.94 (high) - BackgroundPlain light neutral wall background with a subtle shadow on the left side of the model.
- Lighting and shadowEven soft studio lighting with gentle shadowing on the left side of the model and minimal specular highlights on the face.
Colors
warm gold tan· patterned body#B4B4B4black· collar, cuffs, hem and pattern background#0D0E0C- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve polo shirt shown on a torso; fitted through the chest and waist with a straight hem sitting at the model's hips.
- 02
Product
Upper-body view of a short-sleeve knit polo on a model showing a black ribbed collar and placket with three buttons, ribbed sleeve cuff, and an all-over geometric jacquard pattern in two lighter tones on a black ground.
- CollarBlack knit polo collar with a pointed shape lying flat; collar material appears ribbed and solid black.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.14 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Front placket and buttonsVertical black placket centered under the collar with three visible black buttons spaced along it.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.22 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve cuffShort sleeve ending in a solid black ribbed cuff on the model's right arm (left side of image).
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.58 · w 0.17 · h 0.18 (high) - Jacquard geometric patternAll-over square-based geometric jacquard composed of vertical stripe clusters and half-square shapes in two lighter tones on a black background; pattern repeats across the visible torso and shoulder.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.88 · h 0.52 (high) - Knit textureFabric shows knit texture consistent with jacquard knitting; texture visible in close detail across pattern areas.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.34 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (medium) - Visible model upper bodyImage includes the model's neck, lower face, and upper torso wearing the garment; neckline sits at the base of the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.52 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model against a plain light gray background with even lighting; image is cropped at the upper torso and mid-bicep.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCropped three-quarter frontal shot focusing on the upper torso and head of the model; shoulders and part of both sleeves visible.
- Model presenceMale model is present wearing the product; face and hair are visible above the collar.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
deep black· background ground of shirt#0E0E0Ewarm beige· primary patterned stripes#D2AE93light cream beige· secondary patterned fill#DCB99D- CollarBlack knit polo collar with a pointed shape lying flat; collar material appears ribbed and solid black.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve knit polo with an all-over two-tone geometric jacquard pattern, ribbed collar, sleeve cuffs, and hem; visible knit texture.
- View and fitBack of a short-sleeve polo worn by a model, showing a straight hemline and a close-to-body fit at the back
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - All-over jacquard patternTwo-tone repeating geometric motif composed of tan vertical and stepped shapes on a black ground covering the entire back panel and sleeves
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.70 (high) - Collar constructionFlat knitted ribbed polo collar in solid black visible across the upper back neckline
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.05 · w 0.28 · h 0.07 (high) - Sleeve cuffsShort sleeves end in a solid black ribbed cuff that contrasts with the patterned sleeve body
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Hem detailLower hem finished with a wide solid black ribbed band
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.76 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high) - Knit textureVisible fine knit texture consistent with jacquard knitting across patterned areas
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from the back against a plain white background; even lighting with soft shadows; image cropped to show from head to waist.
- Model and poseMale model standing with back toward camera and head slightly turned to the left
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing
- CropImage framed from just above the head to the hips; lower arms partially visible and hands cropped near bottom edge
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
warm tan· pattern foreground#C2957Cdeep black· ground, collar, cuffs, hem#0D0D0D- View and fitBack of a short-sleeve polo worn by a model, showing a straight hemline and a close-to-body fit at the back
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
15 total15 reviews · out of 5
Excellent
Belle qualité
Très buen
Très buen
Parfait!
Très beau et semble être de bonne qualité. À voir si tout ça va tenir après le lavage.
Stylish summer polo shirt
Excellent retro design (Art Deco skyscrapers pattern), elegant colour combination (black and gold), excellent fit
Original mais court!
J'aime le tissus et le pattern! Par contre, je l'aurais pris plus long question de goût.
Polo rétro
Polo de très bonne qualité
Good
Good quality and fit.
Polo
Très beau polo confortable,
Polo Jack
Le polo Jack est très intéressant!
Très beau look
Beau polo. Belle qualité. J’adore !
Cadeau
Un cadeau pour mon fils j'adore le détail et vetement impeccable.
Nice gift
This shirt is a heavy knit, good quality and did not shrink after the first wash. It has an interesting pattern.
Beautiful shirt
Birthday present for stylish 20yo - very happy with quality and look
Super
Beau tissus belle couleur
Nice style
Feels good, looks good. Have a few loose strands though.
Q&A
2 answered- What is the source of the recycled cotton used in this polo? Is it post-consumer or post-industrial waste?
- The product listing specifies '100% recycled cotton' but does not disclose whether it's post-consumer or post-industrial waste. Le 31 is an exclusive brand by Simons, and their other recycled cotton items mention using pre-consumer waste (from their own production), but this isn't confirmed for this particular polo.
- How does the jacquard pattern look in person? Is it subtle or bold, and are the colors as vibrant as the product photos?
- The polo features a 'colourful geometric jacquard' pattern in Patterned Black, described as 'colourful' — so expect a bold, multicolor design. The photos show a lively pattern, and based on the listing's language it should be equally vibrant in person, though fabric texture can affect perceived brightness.