Trompe-l'oeil knit polo Imported from Seoul product image (primary)
Front view of a long-sleeve knit polo worn by a model, showing a solid black knit body with a three-button placket and a contrasting checked shirt-style collar and visible checked cuff trim.

Le 31

Trompe-L'oeil Knit Polo Imported From Seoul

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CA$125.00CAD
In Stock

This is a long-sleeve knit polo imported from Seoul, featuring a trompe-l'oeil design that mimics a checkered shirt layered under the knit. It has a loose fit, three-button polo collar, and ribbed edging. The top is made of a fine knit with contrasting checked collar and cuffs, and includes dropped shoulders and a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette.

Gender
unisex
Style
casual, modern
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

BlackCharcoal

Size

MEDIUMLARGE

Specifications

A trompe-l'oeil knit polo with a checkered shirt layered effect, loose fit, three-button polo collar, and ribbed edging.

Trompe-l'oeil knit for layered look, loose fit, three-button polo collar, ribbed edging.

Material
65% polyurethane, 13% nylon, 10% merino wool, 10% polyester, 2% spandex
Style
casual, modern
Occasion
everyday
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • trompe-l'oeil knit pattern
  • checkered shirt layered effect
  • loose fit
  • three-button polo collar
  • ribbed edging

Product Insights

The Trompe-l'oeil Knit Polo from Le 31 is a Seoul-imported design-forward piece that uses a trompe-l'oeil knit to create a convincing layered look at conversational distance, replacing a dress shirt and tie for smart-casual or evening occasions; its charcoal colorway offers a subtle tonal effect, while the merino-wool-softened polyurethane blend resists pilling and stretching but requires dry cleaning to preserve the loose fit, balancing $125 cultural capital with maintenance commitment.

Verified claims

Realism
Trompe-l'oeil knit creates a convincing layered look at conversational distance.
Color contrast
Charcoal colorway makes the trompe-l'oeil effect more subtle and tonal.
Brand credibility
Le 31's Seoul import positions the trompe-l'oeil as a design-forward fashion statement.
Occasion styling
Replaces dress shirt and tie for smart-casual or evening events.
Fit styling
Dry cleaning preserves the loose fit for balanced styling with trousers.
Colorway
Charcoal colorway offers a subtle, tonal effect for daytime layering.
Seoul style
Trompe-l'oeil knit and loose fit translate Seoul's layered, oversized streetwear look.
Brand story
Le 31 is Simons' in-house label, imported from Seoul, exclusively at Simons.
Hand feel
Merino wool softens the polyurethane blend, preventing a plastic-like feel.
Care
Dry cleaning is recommended to avoid felting and loss of elasticity.
Pilling resistance
High synthetic content makes the knit resistant to pilling and stretching.
Shape retention
Resists stretching and pilling; dry-clean to maintain the loose fit.
Versatility
Serves as smart-casual and evening wear, rooted in Seoul streetwear.
Tonal contrast
Charcoal mutes contrast; Black sharpens it.
Value
$125 buys a Seoul-sourced trompe-l'oeil knit with Simons' cultural capital.

Product record

Title
Trompe-L'oeil Knit Polo Imported From Seoul
Brand
Le 31
Price
125 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

2 images
Trompe-l'oeil knit polo Imported from Seoul product image (primary)
01

Product

Front view of a long-sleeve knit polo worn by a model, showing a solid black knit body with a three-button placket and a contrasting checked shirt-style collar and visible checked cuff trim.

  • Body shapeLong-sleeve pullover with dropped shoulders and a relaxed, slightly boxy torso; hem sits at the model's hips and is finished with a narrow ribbed band.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Knit textureUniform fine knit surface across the body and sleeves with a matte finish and minimal visible stitch pattern at this scale.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (medium)
  • Placket and buttonsShort vertical placket with three buttons centered below the collar; placket is same black knit as the body and buttons appear dark and low-gloss.
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Contrasting collarTurn-down shirt-style collar in a small checked pattern, visible above the neckline and sitting on top of the knit; collar points are flat and extend slightly outward.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.09 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Visible cuff trimChecked fabric matching the collar visible at the sleeve cuffs where the model has folded or layered the cuff, showing the same small check pattern.
    2 regionsx 0.09 · y 0.63 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)

Other

Studio shot of a model against a neutral light background, three-quarter frontal pose with hands in pockets; soft, even lighting with a faint shadow on the right side of the frame.

  • Model poseModel facing slightly toward the camera with hands in pockets and torso visible from mid-thigh to above the head.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.05 · w 0.84 · h 0.90 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven, neutral off-white background with soft studio lighting; subtle shadow cast to the model's right (image left), minimal specular highlights.
  • Styling element (pants)Dark indigo trousers with visible yellow topstitching at the fly worn by the model; styling element not described as part of the knit polo.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.64 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high)

Colors

black· sweater body#0D0D0Enavy blue· collar fabric (check) - navy#2B2A2Cwhite· collar fabric (check) - white
Trompe-l'oeil knit polo Imported from Seoul product image 2
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Product

Rear view of a black knit long-sleeve polo worn by a model; knit texture, dropped shoulders, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a visible blue-and-white checked shirt collar and cuffs underneath are visible.

  • Overall shapeBack-facing long-sleeve knit top with a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette and dropped shoulder seams.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.08 · w 0.84 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Material and textureEven, medium-gauge knit surface with a subtly pebbled texture visible across the back and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Ribbed hemHorizontal ribbed knit band at the garment hem that pulls slightly in at the waist.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.68 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Ribbed cuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs visible at both wrists, sitting over the cuff of an underlayer.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Shoulder constructionDropped shoulder seams that sit down the upper arm rather than at the shoulder apex.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.16 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Underlying shirt visibleBlue-and-white checked shirt collar and narrow cuff bands are visible above the neckline and at the wrists, indicating a layered styling.
    3 regionsx 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.76 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.76 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Visible occlusionLower back of the knit top is slightly wrinkled and tucked above the waistband of dark denim trousers, creating a fold on the right side.
    1 regionx 0.52 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (medium)

Other

Studio rear portrait of a model against a plain light background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; hair and hands visible for scale and styling.

  • Background and lightingNeutral light gray studio background with soft, even lighting and small diffuse shadow at the model's right side.
  • Model hairModel with medium-length dreadlocks falling to just above the collar, visible from the rear and right-profile.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Supporting garments not part of productDark indigo denim jeans with contrast yellow stitching are visible below the knit top and are part of the styling but not described as product details.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.76 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Hands and poseModel's hands are relaxed at sides with palms facing inward; pose is a straightforward rear-facing stance with slight turn of the head to the right.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high)

Colors

deep black· body and sleeves#0D0D0E

Customer Reviews

1 total
5

1 reviews · out of 5

Polo très confortable

Manon D.

Un beau tissu, très confortable. Chic et de bon goût!

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/v-necks-polos/trompe-l-oeil-knit-polo-imported-from-seoul--21737-25203?colourId=0
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