
Le 31
Striped Pointelle-Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
This striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan from Le 31 by Simons is a short-sleeve, button-front cardigan made from 100% recycled cotton. It features a point collar, full-length button placket, and openwork pointelle knit with vertical stripes in green, mint, and white. The hip-length, relaxed fit makes it suitable as a lightweight layering piece.
- Material
- 100% Recycled Cotton
- Style
- retro, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight openwork knit cardigan with retro stripes and point collar, made from ultra comfortable 100% recycled cotton.
Openwork knit, retro stripes, point collar, full-length button closure, designed in Canada, 100% recycled cotton.
- Material
- 100% Recycled Cotton
- Style
- retro, casual
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- lightweight openwork knit
- retro stripes
- point collar
- full-length button closure
- ultra comfortable
- 100% recycled cotton
- pointelle-knit construction
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Le 31 Striped Pointelle-Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan is a lightweight, open-work knit ideal for mild summer evenings and layering, not for warmth. Priced at $89 CAD (with a seasonal 22% discount to $69.95), it offers 100% reprocessed cotton at conventional cotton prices, avoiding the typical sustainable surcharge. Comparable to a Ralph Lauren pointelle cardigan costing $195, it delivers the same preppy style at one-third the cost, without the premium often associated with recycled materials.
Verified claims
- Warmth
- Lightweight open-pointelle knit is ideal for mild summer evenings, not for warmth.
- Seasonal positioning
- 22% discount to $69.95 marks it as a seasonal update, not clearance.
- Use case
- Lightweight openwork knit ideal for mild summer evenings, not for warmth.
- Designer value
- Comparable Ralph Lauren cardigan costs $195 vs $89 for the same preppy pointelle style.
- Sustainable cost
- 100% reprocessed cotton at conventional cotton prices, no surcharge for sustainability.
- Price parity
- At $89, this recycled cotton cardigan avoids the typical 20-30% sustainable knitwear surcharge.
- Value proposition
- No markups or sustainable premium: $89 gets pointelle and recycled cotton.
- Competitor value
- Ralph Lauren style at one-third cost; fast fashion lacks pointelle and recycled cotton.
- Seasonal use
- Lightweight pointelle knit suited for mild summer evenings and layering, not warmth.
Product record
- Title
- Striped Pointelle-Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value compared to similar men's cardigans
- Men's knit polo tops at fast-fashion retailers like Zara and H&M typically cap around $60 CAD, but at that price point they rarely offer openwork pointelle knitting or recycled cotton; the extra $10 here buys a more distinctive, sustainably constructed garment that sits a noticeable step above the mall-brand average.
- The $69.95 sale price represents a 22% reduction from the regular $89, a moderate markdown that suggests the cardigan is a seasonal update rather than a clearance piece — meaning the price reflects intrinsic value, not a need to liquidate excess inventory.
- As a Simons house brand designed in Canada, Le 31 bypasses the typical wholesale markup of third-party labels, which is why the $89 regular price can include a textured pointelle knit and recycled cotton while remaining competitively positioned against both mass-market and sustainable competitors.
- A comparable men's short-sleeve polo-collar cardigan from Ralph Lauren at Simons retails for approximately $195 CAD, meaning this Le 31 piece delivers the same preppy, textured aesthetic at roughly one-third the price for a budget-friendly entry into the look.
- Sustainable 100% recycled cotton knitwear often carries a 20–30% premium over virgin cotton equivalents at specialty brands, yet this cardigan’s regular $89 CAD price aligns with conventional cotton mid-tier pieces — so the eco-friendly fabrication does not inflate the cost.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Short-sleeve, button-front knitted polo-collar cardigan with vertical stripes in dark green, pale mint green and white; textured pointelle knit visible across the garment; collar and placket are knit in the same striped pattern; round buttons run down center front.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, hip-length shirt-style cardigan worn closed with a straight hem and relaxed fit on the torso.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - CollarPointed polo-style knit collar made from the same textured knit and stripe pattern as the body, laying flat around the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Front placket and buttonsCentral vertical placket with a column of round buttons in a matching green shade; placket is knit and aligns with the vertical stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.58 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above the elbow with the same vertical stripe pattern and a slightly wider mint green sleeve edge.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Knit textureOpen pointelle-like knit texture visible across the entire fabric forming small repeating holes and a tactile surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Vertical stripe patternAlternating vertical stripes of dark green, pale mint green and white running from shoulder to hem; stripe widths vary between narrow and wider bands.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a male model wearing the product against a plain off-white background; three-quarter frontal pose with hands partially in pockets; even diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model stands facing slightly to viewer left with head turned left and hands near front pockets; garment shown worn on body.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and faint soft shadows under the model.
- Image framingCentered crop from head to upper thighs showing full front of the garment; edges of lower pants and some arm areas visible
Colors
deep forest green· dark green vertical stripes#3C524Dpale mint green· mint green vertical stripes and collar#ACBBB3clean white· white vertical stripes- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, hip-length shirt-style cardigan worn closed with a straight hem and relaxed fit on the torso.
- 02

Product
Upper-front view of a short-sleeve, vertically striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan showing collar, placket with buttons, short sleeves and knit texture.
- Overall silhouetteFront upper torso view of a short-sleeve knit cardigan with a folded polo collar and a vertical center placket with visible buttons.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Collar constructionFolded polo-style collar in the same knit as the body, with visible collar points and a slight roll at the seam where it meets the placket.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.09 · w 0.37 · h 0.18 (high) - Placket and buttonsVertical button placket down the center front with round knit-covered or plastic buttons matching the green palette; four buttons visible.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (high) - Knit texturePointelle knit with small repeating eyelet holes forming a textured openwork pattern across the garment.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high) - Stripe patternVertical stripes alternating between a dark green, a light muted green, and an off-white; stripes are of varying widths and run uninterrupted over the collar and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Short sleeves and cuffShort sleeves ending above the elbow with a slightly tighter knit cuff band that continues the stripe motif with horizontal alignment at the sleeve hem.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (medium) - Left shoulder seamVisible shoulder seam line where sleeve meets body on the left side of the image.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from upper chest to top of head against a neutral light background with soft even lighting.
- Model and framingImage shows a model wearing the garment cropped mid-torso; face and upper chest are visible and centered in the frame.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - BackgroundEven, light neutral background with no visible props or text.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting with minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment and model's face.
- Image cropTop of the model's hair is partially cropped by the top edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
deep green· dark green stripemint green· light green stripeoff-white· off-white stripe#C3CCC4teal green· buttons- Overall silhouetteFront upper torso view of a short-sleeve knit cardigan with a folded polo collar and a vertical center placket with visible buttons.
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Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve, vertically striped knit polo-collar cardigan worn by a model; visible features include a foldover polo collar, textured pointelle knit, and alternating wide and narrow vertical stripes in green and white tones.
- View and stylingBack of a short-sleeve polo-collar cardigan shown on a standing model, centered in frame, collar folded down and resting flat against the upper back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.74 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort sleeves with a straight hem that align with the upper arm; sleeve ends show the same vertical stripe pattern wrapping around the arm.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Knit textureOpen pointelle knit with small repeating eyelet texture visible across the entire garment giving a slightly perforated appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - Vertical stripe patternAlternating vertical stripes of varying widths running from collar to hem; stripes include a dark green, a medium green, a pale mint green, and white.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Hem shapeStraight bottom hem with a slight curve at the side seams; hem sits above the top of the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Collar detailFoldover polo collar with horizontal stitch texture contrasting the vertical body stripes; collar band is visible across the upper back.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot with plain light background, soft even lighting, minimal cast shadow. Model cropped mid-thigh, facing right so left side of face and profile are visible; image centered on garment back.
- Background and lightingUniform off-white background with soft, diffuse lighting and no harsh shadows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model pose and croppingMale model standing with back to camera and head turned slightly to the right; image cropped near mid-thigh so lower legs are not visible.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.96 (high) - Shadow and reflectionsVery faint shadow under the model's arms and along the side edges of the garment, no strong reflections.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (medium)
Colors
dark teal green· dark green stripesforest green· medium green stripespale mint green· pale mint green stripes#BCBBBBwhite· white stripes#C2CCC4- View and stylingBack of a short-sleeve polo-collar cardigan shown on a standing model, centered in frame, collar folded down and resting flat against the upper back.
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Q&A
1 answered- Given the openwork pointelle knit, how warm is this cardigan? Is it suitable for mild summer evenings or more for layering?
- This cardigan is a lightweight openwork knit, ideal for mild summer evenings or as a light layering piece. It is not designed for warmth and is best for cool summer nights or indoor use.