
Le 31
Rib-Knit Johnny-Collar Sweater
This is a long-sleeve pullover sweater with a Johnny collar, featuring a small V-shaped notch at the neckline and fitted ribbed cuffs. Made from a soft cotton-blend ribbed knit, it has vertical rib texture, a straight hem, and a matte navy finish. It is designed for everyday wear as a comfortable upper layer.
- Material
- cotton-blend
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
A soft rib-knit sweater featuring an open, pointed Johnny collar for a stylish look.
Open pointed Johnny collar, soft cotton-blend ribbed knit
- Material
- cotton-blend
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Open, pointed Johnny collar
- Soft cotton-blend ribbed knit
- Ribbed knit texture
- Johnny collar design
- Pullover style
Product Insights
The Rib-Knit Johnny-Collar Sweater from Le 31 offers a polished, layering-friendly silhouette with a flat Johnny collar and fitted rib knit that avoids bunching under a jacket, bridging smart casual. Its 70% recycled cotton and 30% polyester rib knit retains shape, resists bagging, and adds depth to solid colors. At $59 CAD, it undercuts premium Italian-collar styles while delivering stretch recovery and a premium feel. However, buyers must accept key tradeoffs: the lightweight knit provides insufficient warmth for standalone wear in 5–10°C, the ribbed texture is prone to pilling under friction, and cold washing with flat drying is recommended to preserve shape and reduce pilling.
Verified claims
- Collar
- Flat Johnny collar and fitted rib knit avoid bunching under a jacket.
- Layering weight
- Lightweight knit is best for layering, not standalone warmth in 5–10°C.
- Pilling
- Ribbed knit prone to pilling under friction on collar and underarms.
- Layering style
- Johnny collar flatters layered looks with a clean V-neck and soft texture, bridging smart casual.
- Knit performance
- Rib knit hugs body, retains shape after long wear, and adds depth to solid colors.
- Value
- Italian-collar style at $59.95, undercutting premium brands, made with 70% recycled cotton.
- Fit and stretch
- Buy true to size for a contoured fit or size up for a relaxed look, as rib knit stretches and snaps back.
- Material feel
- 70% recycled cotton and 30% polyester rib knit is thicker and adds visual depth to solid colors.
- Care
- Buyers recommend cold wash and flat drying to reduce pilling and preserve shape.
- Texture depth
- Ribbed knit adds dimensionality, enriching the appearance of solid colors.
- Brand origin
- Le 31 is Simons’ exclusive house brand, designed in Canada — cutting out traditional retail markups.
- Pricing
- At CDN$39.95 (on sale) it undercuts both basic crewnecks and $200+ designer Johnny-collar sweaters.
- Quality
- Rib knit delivers stretch recovery and a premium feel; the Johnny collar adds versatile polish.
- Shape retention
- Rib knit resists bagging and its cut edges do not curl after washing.
- Warmth
- Not warm enough for standalone wear at 5-10°C; best as a mid-layer.
- Edge stability
- Rib knit cut edges do not curl, so the collar and hem stay flat.
Product record
- Title
- Rib-Knit Johnny-Collar Sweater
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Close-up of a dark navy rib-knit long-sleeve sweater with a flat Johnny-style collar and visible rib texture across collar, body, and sleeves.
- Collar shapeFlat Johnny-style collar with a small V-shaped notch at the front center; collar appears to be a smoother, tighter knit than the body.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.18 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (high) - Ribbed body textureVertical rib-knit texture visible across the torso and upper sleeves, creating narrow raised ribs and recessed channels.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.50 (high) - Sleeve and cuffLong sleeves with a tighter ribbed cuff at the wrist; left sleeve is crossed over the body and shows slight fabric fold and stretch.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.57 · w 0.35 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.64 · w 0.38 · h 0.30 (medium) - Fabric appearanceMatte knit finish with uniform yarn thickness and no visible pattern other than the ribbing; knit pulls and seams are not visible in this crop.
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from chest upward against a plain white background; soft directional lighting with minimal shadowing and a visible hand wearing rings resting on the sweater.
- Shot compositionCropped close-up framing from mid-chest to above the head, centering the collar and upper torso.
- BackgroundPlain white background with even studio lighting and no visible props other than the model.
- Model and accessoryMale model with head tilted slightly; left hand with two metal rings crosses the chest and partly covers the sweater cuff.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.57 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.20 · w 0.42 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft, diffused lighting from the front-left producing gentle highlights on the model's forehead and minimal shadows on the sweater folds.
Colors
navy blue· sweater body and sleeves#1E223A- Collar shapeFlat Johnny-style collar with a small V-shaped notch at the front center; collar appears to be a smoother, tighter knit than the body.
- 02

Product
Front view of a long-sleeve rib-knit sweater in a dark navy color with a Johnny-style fold-down collar and a small V-shaped notch at the neckline. The sweater has visible vertical rib texture, fitted ribbed cuffs, and a straight hem that sits near the model's waist.
- Collar shapeFold-down flat collar with pointed tips forming a Johnny-collar style lying flat against the chest and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Neckline notchSmall V-shaped notch centered under the collar at the front neckline.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.07 (high) - Ribbed textureVertical rib-knit texture visible across the sweater body and sleeves, giving a fine ribbed appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high) - Sleeve styleLong set-in sleeves that extend to fitted ribbed cuffs at the wrists.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.50 (high) - CuffsFitted ribbed cuffs narrower than the sleeve, visible at both wrists.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Hem and fitStraight hem resting at the model's waistline, hem appears slightly tucked or pressed into the waistband at the front.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.62 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Material appearanceSoft knit appearance with a matte finish consistent with medium-weight yarn; no visible logos or printed text on the sweater surface.
Other
Studio shot showing a model from mid-thigh to slightly above the head against a plain white background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseModel facing slightly to the left with left hand in pocket and right arm relaxed by the side; head turned toward the left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingEven white background with diffuse lighting that minimizes harsh shadows and highlights the sweater texture.
- Props and croppingNo props; image cropped to show product on model from upper thighs to above the head.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the sweater and model with neutral color rendering and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
dark navy· sweater body#1E223B- Collar shapeFold-down flat collar with pointed tips forming a Johnny-collar style lying flat against the chest and shoulders.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve rib-knit sweater on a model, showing the back body, set-in sleeves, and a short folded johnny-style collar.
- Back bodyFlat back panel with visible vertical rib-knit texture, straight hem that sits at the waist, and no visible seams or decorative elements on the center back.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.72 · h 0.60 (high) - CollarShort folded johnny-style collar sitting flat against the neckline, slightly narrower than the shoulder width.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.07 (high) - SleevesLong set-in sleeves with the same rib-knit texture as the body; sleeves taper slightly toward ribbed cuffs that are visible at the wrists.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.58 (high) - Hem and waistbandStraight lower hem with a slightly thicker ribbed waistband visible just above the pants, creating a subtle banded finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceEven, tightly ribbed knit with a matte finish and no visible pilling or shine.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - Shoulder and yokeShoulder seams sit near the top of the sleeve cap creating a smooth shoulder line; no separate yoke panel is visible.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio rear-facing product shot on a model against a plain light background; model's hands are in pants pockets and lighting is even with soft shadows.
- Model presenceMale model shown from the rear wearing the sweater; head and hair are visible above the neckline and the model's hands are placed in the front pockets of the pants.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.74 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingEven neutral light background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows, producing consistent color on the garment.
- Crop and framingImage framed to show the sweater from upper back to waist; lower part of the pants and the model's legs are cropped out of frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Colors
navy blue· sweater body#1E223B- Back bodyFlat back panel with visible vertical rib-knit texture, straight hem that sits at the waist, and no visible seams or decorative elements on the center back.