Le 31
Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater
The Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater is a long-sleeve lightweight knit top for women, part of the Le 31 by Simons exclusive designed-in-Canada line. It features an open, pointed Johnny collar, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a soft knit made from a LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose blend with a relaxed, straight hem silhouette. Available in a light beige/oatmeal color, it is designed for everyday wear as a standalone top or layering piece.
- Material
- LENZING ECOVERO Viscose blend
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- minimalist, smart-casual, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Minimalist sweater with an open pointed Johnny collar and finely ribbed edging, crafted from a soft LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend.
Open pointed Johnny collar, finely ribbed edging, soft knit with gentle drape.
- Material
- LENZING ECOVERO Viscose blend
- Style
- minimalist, smart-casual, modern
- Occasion
- everyday, work
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- open pointed Johnny collar
- finely ribbed edging
- soft knit construction
- LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend
- soft drape
- minimalist design
- exclusive collaboration by Simons
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
This fine-knit sweater adapts the button-free Johnny collar from 1950s sportswear, creating a sleek V-neck that elongates the neck. Its 50% LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend delivers a soft, flowing drape that layers under blazers without bunching, making it versatile from casual to business-casual. The comfort fit runs slightly roomier for natural drape, but maintaining the minimalist shape requires flat drying and avoiding fabric softener, and cold wash limits shrinkage to 4-8%. The ECOVERO viscose reduces water and carbon impact by at least 50% and includes a built-in authenticity marker.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- The Johnny collar's buttonless V-neck originated on 1950s sportswear and is adapted to a fine-knit sweater.
- Versatility
- The sweater's Johnny collar pairs with chinos or under a blazer, bridging casual and business-casual.
- Layering
- Layers under blazers without bunching, ideal for casual to business-casual.
- Elongation
- The open Johnny collar creates a neck-elongating V, and the finely ribbed edging holds that V in place rather than letting it sag.
- Collar
- Button-free Johnny collar forms a sleek V-neck that elongates the neck.
- Fabric
- 50% LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend yields a soft, flowing drape.
- Fit
- Comfort fit runs slightly roomier than slim for natural drape.
- Care
- Flat drying and avoiding fabric softener keep the minimalist shape.
- Eco-credentials
- ECOVERO viscose uses at least 50% less water and carbon than generic viscose.
- Softness and drape
- Lenzing engineers ECOVERO for tactile softness and flowing drape.
- Material authenticity
- ECOVERO fiber contains a built-in marker for authenticity.
- Shrinkage risk
- A typical home wash can shrink knit viscose 8–15% in length; a cold (20–30°C) delicate cycle and flat air-drying limit that to 4–8%.
- Color accuracy
- Chocolate/Espresso: warm, rich dark brown; screen settings may vary.
- Minimalist construction
- The Johnny collar is the sweater's only design detail — no buttons, no stand, and no placket — so its polished look comes from silhouette alone.
- Wood sourcing certification
- The wood pulp used to make ECOVERO is sourced under FSC or PEFC certification, meaning the forest origins are audited for responsible management.
- EU Ecolabel
- The ECOVERO fiber holds the EU Ecolabel (license AT/016/001), the first viscose brand to meet that standard.
- Closed-loop production
- ECOVERO production recovers more than 99% of its chemical inputs in a closed-loop system, reducing water-pollution risk compared with older viscose mills.
- Machine washing
- If the care label permits machine washing, turn the sweater inside out, place it in a mesh bag, and use the delicate cycle with low spin to minimize pilling and seam damage.
- Drape restoration
- Washing can make the fabric feel stiff; a quick steam or low-heat iron inside out relaxes the ECOVERO fibers and restores the soft drape.
- Breathability
- The LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend gives the sweater a breathable, airy feel.
Product record
- Title
- Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Long-sleeve lightweight knit sweater with a relaxed open polo-style collar and ribbed cuffs, shown on a seated model. The sweater is a uniform light beige/tan color and drapes loosely over the torso.
- Collar styleShallow open polo-style collar with a small V-shaped opening at the front instead of buttons or a zipper; collar lies flat and is made from the same knit as the body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric and textureFine gauge knit with a smooth, slightly matte surface and subtle horizontal knit lines visible on sleeves and torso.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.22 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high) - Sleeve and cuffLong set-in sleeves finished with narrow ribbed cuffs that fit closer at the wrist than the sleeve body.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.54 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - Body fit and hemRelaxed, slightly loose torso fit with natural horizontal drape and a straight untucked hem that rests over the hips.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.38 · w 0.52 · h 0.36 (high) - Visible layeringA separate white crewneck layer is visible beneath the sweater at the neckline, partially obscuring the sweater's inner collar.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Seated lifestyle shot showing a male model on a textured upholstered chair with wooden arms; neutral studio background and soft diffuse lighting create gentle shadows.
- Model and poseMale model seated, leaning slightly forward with left arm resting on the chair arm and right hand on the thigh; torso and head facing camera.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.66 (high) - PropsUpholstered armchair with light textured fabric cushion and visible light wood arm/frame; model sits on the chair.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.48 · w 0.96 · h 0.50 (high) - Other garments visibleDark indigo or navy pants visible from waist to knees; they are not part of the product description but are visible in the image.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.68 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting from front-left producing gentle, even illumination and subtle shadows under the chin and along fabric folds.
Colors
light beige· sweater body#C6B9AEwhite· visible inner neckline (undershirt)- Collar styleShallow open polo-style collar with a small V-shaped opening at the front instead of buttons or a zipper; collar lies flat and is made from the same knit as the body.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knit sweater on a model showing a flat back, short Johnny-style collar, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a smooth lightweight knit surface with no visible logos.
- Overall silhouetteSweater viewed from the back on a standing model with relaxed fit, straight body hem, and long sleeves reaching the wrists with slight fabric pull at the cuffs.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.10 · w 0.86 · h 0.78 (high) - Collar styleShort, flat Johnny-style collar visible at the neckline with a small seam line where collar meets the back yoke.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder constructionSet-in shoulder seams visible where the sleeve joins the body, with a visible seam line across the top of each shoulder.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem and cuff finishHorizontal ribbed knit band at the bottom hem and narrower ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends.
3 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.75 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.65 · w 0.16 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.62 · w 0.16 · h 0.26 (high) - Knit textureFine, smooth knit surface with a subtle heathered or melange appearance visible across the back panel.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.22 · w 0.52 · h 0.48 (high) - Logo or markingsNo visible logos, labels, or printed marks on the back panel of the sweater.
- Model hand placementModel has hands partially inserted into pants pockets, causing slight horizontal pull lines at the hip area of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.72 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from behind against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadow; image cropped to include head to hips.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray background with soft, diffused lighting that produces minimal shadows and even color rendering on the sweater.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing composition showing the model from the upper head to just below the hips with slight rightward head turn revealing profile.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear details and no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
light beige oatmeal· body#C4BAB4- Overall silhouetteSweater viewed from the back on a standing model with relaxed fit, straight body hem, and long sleeves reaching the wrists with slight fabric pull at the cuffs.
Variants
24 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4198495 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Black - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198496 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Black - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198497 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Black - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198498 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Black - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198499 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Off White - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198500 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Off White - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198501 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Off White - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198502 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Off White - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691695 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691696 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691697 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691698 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691700 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Mossy Green - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691701 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Mossy Green - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691702 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Mossy Green - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691703 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Mossy Green - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198503 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Blue - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198504 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Blue - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198505 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Blue - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4198506 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Blue - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691705 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Raspberry/cherry Red - Small | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691706 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Raspberry/cherry Red - Medium | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691707 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Raspberry/cherry Red - Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
| 4691708 | Johnny Collar Minimalist Sweater - Raspberry/cherry Red - X-Large | CA$59.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
bonne taille
J'ai le fait que c'est du extra-small. La couleur est belle
A classic
Minimalist sweater, exactly as pictured, with the usual expected quality from Simons.