Le 31
Bike T-Shirt Standard Fit
This short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt from Le 31 by Simons features a front print of a bicycle and city skyline. Designed in Canada, it has a standard fit that is straight with slightly fitted sleeves. Made from a soft jersey blend of organic cotton, lyocell, and recycled polyester, the fabric incorporates recycled plastic bottles.
- Material
- Soft jersey in organic cotton, lyocell, and polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Style
- casual, regular-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Standard fit t-shirt with front print, made from soft jersey blend of organic cotton, lyocell, and recycled polyester.
Front print, straight style with slightly fitted sleeves, soft jersey fabric.
- Material
- Soft jersey in organic cotton, lyocell, and polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Style
- casual, regular-fit
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- print on front
- standard fit
- straight style
- slightly fitted sleeves
- soft jersey fabric
- organic cotton
- lyocell
- recycled polyester from plastic bottles
Product Insights
Le 31's Bike T-Shirt Standard Fit, designed in Canada by a family-owned brand since 1840, offers a vintage graphic on a standard fit that avoids the oversized tenting effect. Priced at $29 CAD, it competes with top Amazon graphic tees while delivering sustainability through organic cotton (91% less water), lyocell (99% solvent recovery), and recycled polyester. The fabric beats cotton in wrinkle resistance and drying but is slightly less breathable, and recommended care of cold gentle wash and air drying extends garment life and protects the print.
- Brand heritage
Family-owned since 1840, Le 31 is Simons' in-house menswear line designed in Canada.
Why this is supported
La Maison Simons has been owned by the same family since 1840, now in its fifth generation, as confirmed by the Canadian Encyclopedia:
The company has been owned throughout its existence by the descendants of its founder, now stretching, as of 2026, into its fifth generation.
thecanadianencyclopedia.caThis family stewardship underpins Le 31, Simons' in-house menswear brand launched in the 1960s. Le 31 is
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com. This commitment to doing things properly is echoed by CEO Peter Simons:
The goal is not to be big but to do things properly.
thecanadianencyclopedia.caThus, the bike tee's fit, fabric, and graphics are selected by an internal Simons team with long-term quality oversight.
- Design details
The standard fit and vintage graphic reflect Le 31's intentional, heritage-inspired menswear design.
Why this is supported
The tee's standard fit with slightly fitted sleeves is a deliberate alternative to the loose, oversized silhouette common in budget graphic tees, signaling a focus on intentional layering. The vintage bicycle-and-skyline print echoes the brand's 1960s menswear origins, suggesting the graphic is part of a cohesive aesthetic language rather than a trend-chasing drop.
- Price value
At $29 CAD, priced near top Amazon graphic tees like the Laixton bestseller at $19.99.
Why this is supported
The tee is priced at $29 CAD, which is comparable to top-rated Amazon graphic tees. For instance, the best overall rated Laixton graphic tee is listed at $19.99:
| Best OverallLaixton Men's Oversized Vintage Streetwear Graphic Tee | Laixton | $19.99
wear2am.comHowever, the Le 31 tee uses a premium blend of organic cotton, lyocell, and recycled polyester instead of the conventional cotton typical of budget graphics.
The product is priced at $29 CAD. Research shows a directly comparable oversized graphic tee on Amazon:
Best OverallLaixton Men's Oversized Vintage Streetwear Graphic Tee | Laixton | $19.99
wear2am.com, demonstrating that this standard-fit tee competes at a similar price point but with an intentional cut.
Catalog's research found that the lyocell in this tee costs 50–80% more than conventional viscose, yet the price remains $29 CAD, making the soft feel uncommon at this price point.
Lyocell / TENCEL™ | $8-16/meter | +50-80% |
chinamayafab.com- Material
Composition: organic cotton (91% less water), lyocell (99% solvent recovery), polyester (from bottles).
Why this is supported
The organic cotton is verified by lifecycle analysis to use 91% less water than conventional cotton.
a life cycle analysis found that organic cotton reduces water consumption by 91% compared to conventionally grown cotton.
catalogue.unccd.intIt also eliminates synthetic pesticides; conventional cotton uses over 68 million pounds of pesticides annually.
ranks as the third largest user of pesticides in the United States behind corn and soybeans, using over 68 million pounds of pesticides in 2019.
organic-center.orgThe lyocell is produced in a closed-loop process that recovers over 99% of its solvent and biodegrades in months.
Over ninety-nine percent of the non-toxic solvent and water used are captured and reused in the Lyocell process.
fashion.sustainability-directory.comThe recycled polyester comes from post-consumer plastic bottles, diverting waste and lowering the garment's carbon footprint. As a trade-off, the blend is slightly less breathable than 100% cotton but dries faster and resists wrinkles.
Compared to 100% cotton, this blend is slightly less breathable but offers better wrinkle resistance and quicker drying.
How does the lyocell and recycled polyester blend affect the softness and breathability compared to 100% cotton?Fabric pricing data shows that lyocell costs 50–80% more per meter than conventional viscose:
Lyocell / TENCEL™ | $8-16/meter | +50-80%
chinamayafab.comThe organic cotton component's water impact is confirmed:
And the lyocell process:
The product material states 45% recycled polyester, 30% lyocell, 25% organic cotton. In performance,
the recycled polyester provides durability and shape retention
How does the lyocell and recycled polyester blend affect the softness and breathability compared to 100% cotton?and that
Lyocell adds moisture-wicking properties and a silky feel
How does the lyocell and recycled polyester blend affect the softness and breathability compared to 100% cotton?. Together, these properties support the standard fit's longevity and comfortable layering.
- Care
Recommended care: turn inside out, wash cold gentle cycle, air dry — extends garment life.
Why this is supported
The brand's care instructions are designed to preserve the fabric and print, extending the garment's usable life and reducing waste.
To maintain the fabric and print, we recommend turning the shirt inside out, washing in cold water on a gentle cycle, and air-drying.
What is the recommended washing and drying method to maintain the fabric and print?- Fabric performance
Beats cotton in wrinkle resistance and drying; slightly less breathable.
Why this is supported
The lyocell-recycled polyester blend improves on 100% cotton with better wrinkle resistance and quicker drying, plus moisture-wicking and a silky handfeel.
Compared to 100% cotton, this blend is slightly less breathable but offers better wrinkle resistance and quicker drying.
How does the lyocell and recycled polyester blend affect the softness and breathability compared to 100% cotton?The slight reduction in breathability is a tradeoff for these benefits, acceptable for casual wear.
- Sustainability
Organic cotton cuts water 91%; lyocell closed-loop; recycled polyester.
Why this is supported
The tee’s organic cotton component reduces water consumption by 91% per a life cycle analysis.
a life cycle analysis found that organic cotton reduces water consumption by 91% compared to conventionally grown cotton.
catalogue.unccd.intIts lyocell production recovers over 99% of solvent and water in a closed loop.
Over ninety-nine percent of the non-toxic solvent and water used are captured and reused in the Lyocell process.
fashion.sustainability-directory.comThe recycled polyester diverts plastic bottles from landfill, completing a sustainable profile for a budget-priced tee.
- Fit
Standard fit with slightly fitted sleeves avoids the tenting effect of oversized tees.
Why this is supported
The product title reads 'Standard fit', and secondary research explicitly compares it to oversized alternatives:
the Le 31 tee uses a true standard fit with slightly fitted sleeves — a more intentional cut that layers neatly and caters to those who want a graphic tee without the tenting effect
How this tee stacks up against other $30 graphic tees — standard_fit_over_oversized- Design heritage
Le 31's 50+ year design heritage drives the intentional standard fit over oversized trends.
Why this is supported
Le 31 originated as Simons' in-house menswear brand in the 1960s. A Canadian encyclopedia entry states:
Additionally, the brand is described as
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com. This heritage suggests the fit choice prioritizes enduring proportions over fast-fashion cycles.
- Washing & drying
Wash inside out on cold gentle cycle and air-dry to prevent print cracking.
Why this is supported
The brand’s care guide recommends turning the shirt inside out, then
washing in cold water on a gentle cycle
What is the recommended washing and drying method to maintain the fabric and print?, and then
air-drying. Avoid high heat and the dryer, as heat is the primary cause of print cracking and fading
What is the recommended washing and drying method to maintain the fabric and print?. These steps minimize friction, heat, and mechanical stress, helping the graphic last longer.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt laid flat showing a centered printed bicycle and skyline graphic on the chest. Visible inner neck label and standard hem and sleeve stitching.
- SilhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown flat from the front with relaxed straight hem and slightly dropped shoulder seams.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.08 · w 0.70 · h 0.84 (high) - NecklineRound crew neck with visible ribbed neckband and a stitched seam where the neckband meets the body.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.10 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high) - Chest graphicCentered single-color line-art graphic of a bicycle in front of a simplified city skyline, positioned on the upper-mid chest.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.32 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Graphic textSmall printed text above the bicycle graphic; characters visible but small relative to the graphic.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.04 (medium) - Inner neck labelSmall rectangular woven or printed label visible inside the back neck, showing multiple short lines of text or marks.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.15 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort sleeves with simple turned hem stitching; sleeves lie mostly flat with a slight triangular fold near the body attachment.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.24 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.24 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureMatte knit fabric with a fine, even surface typical of cotton or cotton-blend jersey; no sheen visible.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.30 · w 0.50 · h 0.55 (medium) - Hem stitchingVisible single-line stitching at the bottom hem producing a subtle fold and shadow beneath the shirt.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat against a neutral light gray background with soft directional lighting casting a faint shadow under the garment; centered composition.
- BackgroundEven light gray background filling the frame and providing high contrast with the shirt color.
- Shot compositionCentered flat-lay front view with the full garment visible and even margin around the product.
- Shadows and lightingSoft shadow visible beneath the lower hem and slight shading on the sleeves indicating directional studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
deep plum· body#601A3Foff-white· chest graphic and printed text- SilhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown flat from the front with relaxed straight hem and slightly dropped shoulder seams.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
Logo
Confortable. Pas trop fripé après lavage. bon choix de couleur. et de logo J'en ai acheté 2.
Tissu soyeux
Beaux motifs
Great Fit
No surprises here. It fits perfectly and comfortably.
Mock-neck T-shirt
Medium is medium
Un cadeau a faire ou a se faire !!
Tres belle qualité
Bonne qualité
super doux