Zip-neck waffle-knit sweater product image (primary)
Front view of a black waffle-knit zip-neck sweater worn by a model, showing torso and sleeves with a visible central metal zipper and ribbed cuffs and hem.

Le 31

Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater

4.81/5 (16)
CA$89.00CAD
In Stock

Le 31 by Simons zip-neck waffle-knit sweater is a long-sleeve pullover made from a recycled cotton-blend knit with a raised waffle texture, a short stand collar with a centered metal half-zip, and ribbed cuffs and hem. It is designed in Canada as part of the exclusive Le 31 line and is intended as an everyday layering sweater worn on its own or under outerwear. The sweater holds a 4.81 out of 5 rating from 16 customer reviews.

Material
Recycled cotton-blend knit
Style
casual, classic, minimal, smart-casual, elevated-basics
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Specifications

Zip-neck waffle-knit sweater in a recycled cotton blend, exclusive to Le 31 by Simons and designed in Canada.

Embossed waffle texture, zipped high neck, recycled cotton-blend knit.

Material
Recycled cotton-blend knit
Style
casual, classic, minimal, smart-casual, elevated-basics
Occasion
everyday, casual, weekend, work
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • Zip-neck sweater silhouette
  • Embossed waffle-knit texture
  • Zipped high neck
  • Recycled cotton-blend knit
  • Exclusive Le 31 by Simons design
  • Designed in Canada
  • High neckline with zip closure
  • Waffle-knit construction

Product Insights

Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater 70% reprocessed cotton, 30% polyester, no elastane Runs true to size for most buyers Polished enough for casual and work wear Reshape and lay flat to dry; no bleach, cool iron only, no dryer Raised loops can snag and high-friction areas may pill

Verified claims

fit
Runs true to size for most buyers
sizing
Size range is four steps, SMALL to X-LARGE
variants
Six colours, each in all four sizes
comfort
Comfortable enough for all-day wear
material
70% reprocessed cotton, 30% polyester, no elastane
warmth
Lightweight-to-mid-weight warmth without bulk
breathability
Open waffle grid breathes and moves moisture
texture
Textured surface resists clinging but can show through
drape
More body and shape retention than jersey
construction
Embossed waffle knit with zip stand collar and ribbed trims
silhouette
Relaxed but not oversized, with raglan-like shoulder seams
color
Six colours weighted toward work-safe darks
care
Hand wash only in cold water with mild detergent
care drying
Reshape and lay flat to dry; no bleach, cool iron only, no dryer
durability
Reviewers call the substantial knit high-quality and durable
durability risk
Raised loops can snag and high-friction areas may pill
styling
Polished enough for casual and work wear
use case
Good for office and business-casual layering
gifting
Frequently bought as a gift for a partner
value
Strong value at 89 CAD given quality feedback
zip function
Half-zip stand collar adjusts coverage and venting

Product record

Title
Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater
Brand
Le 31
Price
89 CAD
Availability
In stock
Rating
4.81 stars, 16 reviews

Buying Guide

1 comparison · 9 sources

Uses

From the office to downtime

This zip-neck waffle-knit sweater works for business-casual layering at the office, thanks to its polished texture and tailored cut. Its comfortable knit and good fit make it easy to wear all day, and reviewers say they reach for it in both work and casual settings.[1]

A gift for a partner

This zip-neck waffle-knit sweater is a pick shoppers have bought for their spouse, with multiple buyers reporting it was well-received as a gift. Reviews attribute that reception to the sweater's good fit and quality.[1]

Product comparison

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Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater: Choose this if you want a polished half-zip sweater that works for both office and casual wear, with a short stand collar, metal half-zip, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a substantial embossed waffle knit in 70% reprocessed cotton and 30% polyester. Reviewers describe the fit as true to size and comfortable enough for all-day wear, and it comes in six colors from Black to Sage Green in sizes Small to X-Large. Note that one online buyer found the original size or color didn't suit and had to reorder, so it's worth double-checking your pick before ordering.[1,2,3]Zip-Neck Embossed Knit Sweater: Choose this if you want a Le 31 mock-neck pullover with a short half-zip stand collar designed for easy layering, a soft textured knit in a LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend, and embossed knit texture with ribbed collar, cuffs and hem. It is listed in five colors from Black to Baby Blue in sizes SMALL through X-LARGE, though the image analysis was of the black variant. Note that reviews of the embossed texture technique describe excellent durability, but that durability claim refers to the technique generally, not to reported experiences with this sweater.[4,5,6,7]Minimalist Zip-Neck Sweater: Choose this if you want a versatile mock-neck zip sweater with a sleek, tailored-but-not-tight fit that reviewers found runs true to size and pairs well with both jeans and tailored pants. It is made of 100% reprocessed (recycled) cotton knit with ribbed cuffs, hem, and collar, a centered metal half-zip, and comes in six colors—Charcoal, Off White, Hazelnut, Green, Navy/Midnight Blue, and Dark Red—in sizes SMALL through X-LARGE. One caution: long-term wash durability, colorfastness, and shape retention after machine washing are unconfirmed because no reviewer had laundered it yet, so frequent machine-washers may want to proceed with care.[8,9]

Image Analysis

3 images
Zip-neck waffle-knit sweater product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a black waffle-knit zip-neck sweater worn by a model, showing torso and sleeves with a visible central metal zipper and ribbed cuffs and hem.

  • Overall shapeLong-sleeve pullover with a short stand collar and a centered front half-zip opening; sweater sits at the model's waist and has a relaxed but not oversized fit on the torso.
    1 regionx 0.25 · y 0.18 · w 0.50 · h 0.55 (high)
  • Knit textureVisible waffle or grid knit texture across the sweater body and sleeves, producing a subtly raised square pattern.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Collar and zip openingShort stand collar finishing into a metal half-zip; zipper is partially open showing the teeth and pull tab extending down the upper chest.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.13 (high)
  • Cuffs and hemRibbed cuffs at the wrist and a ribbed hem at the waist with slightly tighter knit than the body.
    2 regionsx 0.32 · y 0.62 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.42 · w 0.16 · h 0.23 (high)
  • Right sleeve drapeRight sleeve shows natural horizontal fold lines and slight bunching at forearm near cuff.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Left shoulder occlusionLeft front of sweater is partially covered by a brown jacket draped over the shoulder but most of the sweater's left chest and sleeve remain visible.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high)

Other

Lifestyle studio shot showing a model wearing the sweater against a light neutral background; a brown jacket is draped over the model's left shoulder; even studio lighting with soft shadowing.

  • Model and poseMale model shown from head to mid-thigh, standing facing forward with left hand holding a jacket on the shoulder and right hand in pocket.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Prop jacketBrown buttoned jacket draped over the model's left shoulder, covering part of the sweater sleeve and chest.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray to off-white studio background with soft shadows under the model; no visible props besides the jacket.
  • AccessoriesModel wears a bracelet on the right wrist visible against the sweater cuff.
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.62 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with clear detail and no visible compression artifacts.

Colors

near black· sweater body and sleevesmatte silver· zipper and pull
Zip-neck waffle-knit sweater product image 2
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Product

Front view of a black waffle-knit pullover with a short vertical metal zipper and a short stand collar; long sleeves with ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem are visible.

  • Overall silhouettePullover sweater with a straight torso fit, long raglan-like sleeves, and a short stand/zip collar, shown from the front.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.64 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Knit textureDense waffle knit texture visible across the torso and sleeves, producing a small grid-like surface pattern.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Collar and zipShort stand collar with a vertical half-zip; zipper tape is set into the knit and the metal zipper pull is visible at chest level.
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.07 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Cuffs and hemRibbed finish at sleeve cuffs and at the sweater hem creating a slightly denser knit band at both edges.
    3 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.27 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.27 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high)

Other

Photograph shows a model wearing the sweater, beige pants, and black shoes, holding a brown jacket; plain light gray studio background and soft even lighting.

  • Model and stylingMale model wearing the sweater over beige pants and black dress shoes; model holds a brown jacket in the left hand at the side.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.20 · w 0.90 · h 0.75 (high)
  • BackgroundEven light gray seamless studio background and floor with no visible props or text.
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting from the front with minimal harsh shadows; slight shadow under feet on the floor plane.
  • Image crop and framingFull-body vertical crop showing the model from head to shoes with modest headroom and visible floor.

Colors

black· sweater bodymetallic silver· zipper and pull
Zip-neck waffle-knit sweater product image 3
03

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a dark waffle-knit long-sleeve sweater with a short mock/zip neck, ribbed hem and cuffs, and visible textured waffle knit across the back and sleeves.

  • Overall silhouetteBack view of a long-sleeve sweater fitted across the shoulders and falling straight to a ribbed hem at the waist; sleeves extend to ribbed cuffs at the wrists.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Knit textureDense waffle knit texture visible across the entire back panel and sleeves, forming a small, uniform grid-like raised pattern.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Neck constructionShort mock/zip-style neck standing slightly up with a smooth, tighter knit finish distinct from the waffle texture.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Shoulder seamDiagonal/raglan-like seam visible at the upper back running from the neck toward the underarm on the visible side.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (medium)
  • Hem and cuff finishRibbed knit hem at the waist and ribbed cuffs at each wrist with a tighter knit and visible vertical ribbing differing from the waffle texture.
    3 regionsx 0.27 · y 0.78 · w 0.46 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.13 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.15 (medium); x 0.75 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.15 (medium)
  • Visible zipper or pullNo zipper pull or metal hardware is visible on the rear view in this image.

Other

Studio shot showing a model from the rear three-quarter right profile against a neutral light gray background; beige pants are visible and hands are relaxed at sides. Lighting is soft and even with minimal shadows.

  • Model pose and viewMale model shown from the back with head turned slightly to the right, exposing right-side profile; shoulders relaxed.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal cast shadow around the model.
  • Visible non-product clothingBeige/light tan pants with visible back pockets and topstitching are present and visible below the sweater hem.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.56 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear detail of knit texture and garment edges.

Colors

very dark navy· body and sleevesvery dark navy· neck, hem and cuffs

Variants

24 SKUs
All variants of Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4128504Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Black - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4128505Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Black - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4128506Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Black - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4128507Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Black - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4128508Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Oxford - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4128509Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Oxford - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4128510Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Oxford - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4128511Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Oxford - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4367780Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Off White - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4367781Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Off White - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4367782Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Off White - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4367783Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Off White - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4681720Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Sage Green - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4681721Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Sage Green - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4681722Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Sage Green - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4681723Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Sage Green - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4367784Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4367785Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4367786Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4367787Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes
4681724Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Cherry - SmallCA$89.00Yes
4681725Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Cherry - MediumCA$89.00Yes
4681726Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Cherry - LargeCA$89.00Yes
4681727Zip-Neck Waffle-Knit Sweater - Cherry - X-LargeCA$89.00Yes

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Customer Reviews

16 total
4.81

16 reviews · out of 5

Zip-neck waffle-knit

★★★★★Francois A.

Comfortable fit.

Impeccable

★★★★★Denis G.

Très beau tricot

Vraiment très beau

★★★★★Sylvain P.

Fort bien ajusté et confortable

Chandail col zippé

★★★★★Denys N.

Excellent produit. . . !

Oui très bon article, mais

★★★★★Francois N.

Oui très bon article, mais la grandeur et couleur ne m’allait pas J’ai fait un autre commande couleur différente

Great quality

★★★★★Carol M.

I puchased this as a gift.

Beautiful sweater

★★★★★Leslie B.

This sweater is excellent quality, and can be either worn as casual or work apparel.

Satisfaction totale

★★★★★Sonia D.

Coup de cœur visuel qui s’est transformé en cœur reel

So nice, I ordered another!

★★★★★Carol M.

This is a beautiful knit sweater.

Nice fit

★★★★★Andre L.

fits well, good quality, love it

Chandail

★★★★★Cecile G.

Un peu épais!

Belle coupe !

★★★★★Jean-Michel G.

Produit de qualité

Chandail

★★★★★Denise T.

Très aimé!

Très confortable

★★★★★Daniel R.

Qualité et confort sont au rendez-vous avec ce superbe chandail.

Elegant sweater

★★★★★Elizabeth P.

The husband really likes this, bought 2 different colour's. Well cut, substantial knit and fantastic quality. . . we will be back to buy more at Simons, our new go to Canadian store!🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

Chandail tricot

★★★★★Claudette C.

Très belle qualité la grandeur est parfaite mon conjoint l’adore

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/turtlenecks-mock-necks/zip-neck-waffle-knit-sweater--12462-218974
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