Le 31
Soft Stretch Jersey T-Shirt Muscle Fit
This is a men's muscle-fit T-shirt from Le 31 by Simons, designed in Canada, featuring a crew neck and short sleeves. It is made from a soft stretch jersey fabric composed of organic cotton and recycled polyester, offering a close fit and smooth knit texture. The solid orange colorway provides a versatile basic for everyday casual wear.
- Material
- Soft, stretch jersey in a blend of organic cotton and polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Gender
- male
- Style
- slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Soft stretch jersey t-shirt with muscle fit and crew neck, made from organic cotton and recycled polyester.
Muscle fit, crew neck, soft stretch jersey fabric
- Material
- Soft, stretch jersey in a blend of organic cotton and polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Secondary
- recycled-polyester
- Style
- slim-fit
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- muscle fit
- crew neck
- soft fabric
- stretch jersey
- organic cotton content
- recycled polyester content
- exclusive Simons design
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Le 31 Soft Stretch Jersey T-Shirt in muscle fit hugs the chest, biceps, and lats while tapering to the waist, designed for tall builds up to 6'1. Its fabric, a blend with recycled polyester and reprocessed cotton, is soft, weighty, and dries quickly—absorbing only 0.4% moisture—resists shrinkage after washing, and maintains shape through repeated laundering. The tradeoffs: to achieve the intended muscle fit, buyers should size down, and care requires cold wash and low heat drying. At $29 CAD, it undercuts comparable options like Aquila's $45 muscle-fit tee, leveraging Le 31's Canadian design and Simons' 60-year heritage.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Hugs the chest, biceps, and lats, tapers to the waist, and suits tall builds up to 6'1.
- Sizing
- Size down for a proper muscle-fit; XS runs large for very slim builds.
- Fabric feel
- Buyers report the tee is soft, weighty, and has a substantial drape.
- Durability
- Buyers confirm the tee holds its shape and softness after repeated washing.
- Quick dry
- The rPET in the jersey absorbs only 0.4% moisture, so it dries quickly.
- Value
- At $29, it undercuts Aquila's $45 muscle-fit tee by $16 and uses organic/recycled materials.
- Performance
- Dries about 18x faster than cotton and resists shrinkage with repeated washing.
- Heritage
- Le 31 is a Simons in-house brand with 60 years of history and fifth-generation family ownership.
- Design origin
- Designed in Canada, enabling faster customer feedback and iterative improvement.
- Sustainability
- Contains recycled polyester and reprocessed cotton, part of Simons' ecological fabrics directive.
- Cooling
- Jersey knit's inner side feels cool against skin naturally.
- Drying
- Recycled polyester absorbs only 0.4% moisture, sweat dries quickly.
- Care
- Cold wash and low heat drying maintain the muscle-fit shape and length.
Product record
- Title
- Soft Stretch Jersey T-Shirt Muscle Fit
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value compared to similar muscle fit tees
- As a Simons in-house label designed in Canada, Le 31 bypasses the wholesale margins that independent brands carry — that structure helps explain the $29 price for a muscle-fit tee, a full $16 under Aquila's Essential Muscle Fit Tee at $45.
- Le 31 defines its muscle fit as a fitted style with shortened sleeves — a cut that, at $29, makes it one of the most affordable tees purpose-built to accentuate shoulders and arms, undercutting gym-specialty muscle-fit options from brands like Aquila (starting at $45) by a substantial margin.
- The Decathlon Essentials 500 fitness tee delivers a basic cotton body at $12, but upgrading to an organic cotton/recycled polyester jersey and a muscle-fit cut adds only $17 — positioning Le 31 as the accessible step-up for someone wanting both a conscious fabric and a silhouette that follows the chest and arms.
Overall quality reputation of Le 31
- Le 31 debuted in the 1960s as one of Simons' original in-house brands and still anchors the menswear floor today — a 60-year presence that, for a $29 basic, supplies the kind of category credibility that typical department store private labels (often cycled out after a few seasons) cannot claim.
- Le 31 is branded as ‘an exclusive designed in Canada,’ with Simons’ design hub located in Quebec City — this integrated setup shortens the gap between customer feedback, design adjustments, and production, giving the brand an agility that generic import labels cannot replicate, and that tends to produce basics that fit real body shapes better.
- Simons has remained in the founder’s family since 1840 and is now in its fifth generation of ownership — that continuity typically aligns brand strategy with long-term supplier relationships and fabric quality over short-term margin pressure, which works in favor of a Le 31 tee maintaining consistent cut and hand year after year.
- Canadian press characterizes Simons as ‘accessible, high-quality pieces’ — that framing places Le 31 a notch above the typical fast-fashion private label, and implies that even its $29 t-shirt is held to a standard of fabric feel and stitching consistency that matches the department store’s curated reputation.
- Knitted from a blend of organic cotton and recycled-polyester from plastic bottles, the jersey’s sustainability credentials are unusually strong for a $29 basic — and align with Simons’ VP-level declaration of ‘buying better, using more ecological fabrics,’ signalling that eco-consciousness is a genuine brand pillar rather than a marketing tag on a single hero SKU.
How the organic cotton-recycled polyester blend performs
- Recycled polyester absorbs only 0.4% of its weight in moisture, whereas cotton takes up 7–8%, so even a moderate rPET fraction pushes sweat and wash water through the jersey fiber network rather than locking it in — the net effect is sharply shorter hang-dry time and freedom from the cold, clingy feel of a soaked all-cotton tee after exertion.
- Thermal effusivity testing has established that the back (interior) side of a jersey knit has higher heat transfer than the outer face, so the surface touching your skin naturally feels cooler than if the same fabric were turned inside out — meaning this muscle-fit tee starts cool and stays comfortable against the body on hot days without any chemical treatment.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve crew-neck jersey T-shirt in a solid orange color worn by a model; visible construction details include ribbed neckline, short sleeves with hem stitching, shoulder seams, and smooth knit surface with slight drape at the hem.
- NecklineRound crew neck with a narrow ribbed band and visible topstitching around the collar.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.31 · h 0.12 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above mid-upper arm with single visible hem stitching; sleeves lie flat against the arm.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.15 (high) - Shoulder seamsVisible shoulder seam running from the neckline toward the sleeve on both shoulders.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.17 · w 0.15 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.17 · w 0.15 · h 0.08 (high) - Torso fit and drapeTorso area shows a close but not skin-tight fit with smooth jersey knit and slight horizontal folds and drape at the lower hem where the model has hands partially in pockets.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.49 · h 0.42 (high) - Fabric surfaceSmooth, fine-gauge knit surface with a matte finish and no visible pattern or texture beyond knit structure.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.42 (high) - Hem detailStraight bottom hem with minor gathering and folds where hands press the fabric inward; hem stitching visible at front edge.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.64 · w 0.48 · h 0.17 (high)
Other
Studio product shot of a male model from mid-thigh up against a plain white background, evenly lit with soft shadows; model stands facing forward with hands in pockets and head slightly tilted.
- Model poseMale model facing camera, hands partially in front pockets, shoulders relaxed and head slightly tilted forward.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even studio lighting and subtle shadowing under the arms and around the lower hem.
- Visible non-product itemDark pants visible at the bottom of the frame where the model's hands enter pockets; pants are not part of the product described in the product section.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.78 · w 0.50 · h 0.15 (high) - Image crop and framingImage framed from just above the model's head to mid-thigh, with the full front of the T-shirt visible and slight headroom above the hairline.
Colors
burnt orange· body and sleeves#CE511B- NecklineRound crew neck with a narrow ribbed band and visible topstitching around the collar.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt on a male model; smooth single-color jersey fabric with visible neckline, sleeve hems, side seam and bottom hem stitching.
- View and fitRear-facing view of the T-shirt on a male model with the torso slightly turned to the left, shirt falling to the hip area and fitting close to the body without visible looseness.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (high) - NecklineLow-profile crewneck with a narrow ribbed band and a visible stitched seam at the shoulder-back junction.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above mid-upper arm with a single-fold hem and visible topstitching.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric surfaceSmooth, fine-knit jersey texture with a matte finish and even color; no visible patterns or prints.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (high) - Side seam and drapeSubtle side seam visible on the model's left side causing a slight inward drape toward the waist.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.50 (high) - Bottom hemStraight bottom hem with parallel topstitching visible along the edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Absence of markingsNo visible logos, prints, tags, or text on the back of the T-shirt.
Other
Studio product photograph showing a model against a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadow; image frames model from head to hips.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no props or visible set elements.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even frontal and top lighting producing minimal shadows and even color rendering across the shirt.
- Composition and cropImage cropped to show the model from the top of the head to the upper thighs, centered horizontally with the model turned slightly left.
Colors
warm orange· body#DE6125- View and fitRear-facing view of the T-shirt on a male model with the torso slightly turned to the left, shirt falling to the hip area and fitting close to the body without visible looseness.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
19 total19 reviews · out of 5
Super t-shirt
C'est le parfait t-shirt. Ajusté mais pas trop, confortable, facile d'entretien. J'adore.
Conforme à la grandeur demander.
Conforme à la grandeur demander.
Parfait!
Tissu de qualité, doux et la grandeur est parfaite.
T. shirt
ça vaut le prix
T-shirt extensible pour homme
Super qualité
Well fitting
A purchase for my husband who was looking for a good quality basic that was fitted but not embarrassingly snug. A winner.
Good quality
Fits nicely
good quality
Very soft to wear, well made and very nice weighted fabric.
Perfect basic T
Nice fit, really soft fabric.
T-shirt
Très petit
Fits perfect!
Great fabric and perfect fit for 6’1” I like my shirts that are a snug fit rather than loose.
Très beau, confo et doux
Très beau modele, belle coupe
Dove grey soft long fitted men’s tshirt
I’m a female and purchased this for myself in an XL as a slouchy comfy soft tee to wear with leggings. In my own department, depending on the style of tee, I could be anywhere from an XS to medium, I am not typically a large (the design would have to be outrageously off if that were the case). Because this is a muscle fit, it isn’t generous in slouch over the shoulders, and it is slimmer along the torso, so it’s a rather complimentary loose tee for my purpose, and I like it. The light grey is a beautiful color, it’s very peaceful and literally looks great with just about everything. The material is so soft yet not too thin. Thank you.
Les mensurations sont bien parfaites
Les mensurations sont bien parfaites
Good choice
The shirt feels and fits great.
Good fit
Yes - bought 3
Le t-shirt parfait
Le fit est parfait, ajusté en haut et tombe parfaitement en bas. J’ai acheté toutes les couleurs 2 fois! Le tissu est doux, résistant et les couleurs sont très jolies. Vraiment content!
cheap looking material and fitting
looks and fits cheap / rubbery
Way too big
It is really hard to find slim fit XS t-shirts and these are no exception. They were not muscle fit at all and definitely a good size too large, disappointing because the color was nice. It's been some time since we found nice fitted XS t-shirts at Simons, I will keep hoping and looking!
Q&A
3 answered- How does the 'muscle fit' compare to a standard slim fit in terms of chest and arm measurements?
- The muscle fit is designed to be more form-fitting than a standard slim fit. According to a fit guide, muscle fit is a 'second skin' that hugs the chest, biceps, and lats, whereas slim fit is narrower throughout but can still be loose at the waist for muscular builds [1]. The muscle fit typically has shorter sleeves and a tighter overall silhouette to showcase your physique.
- Does the fabric have any stretch, and does it lose shape after multiple washes?
- Yes, the fabric has stretch due to its jersey knit structure [5]. The blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester provides some stretch, but without spandex, the recovery may be less than garments with elastane. The shirt is made from pre-washed jersey to prevent shrinkage, and with proper care (cold wash, low dry) it should retain its shape well over multiple washes [2][5].
- How does the shirt fit for someone with a broader chest and narrower waist - does it taper?
- Yes, the muscle fit is designed to follow the body's contours, so it naturally tapers from the chest to the waist [1]. It provides ample room in the chest and shoulders while keeping a closer fit around the midsection, making it ideal for a V-taper physique. If you prefer a slightly looser taper, the athletic fit (if available in this style) might be more accommodating [1].