Lacoste
Elaborate Knit Collar T-Shirt
CA$115.00CAD
In Stock
This is a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt from Lacoste's Le 31 line, featuring a classic fit and an elaborate ribbed knit collar with contrasting stripes. It includes a small diamond-shaped logo patch on the left chest. Made from 100% cotton jersey, it provides a comfortable, breathable option for everyday casual wear and is manufactured in France.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Ivory
Size
MEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Classic fit crew neck T-shirt with elaborate knit collar and logo emblem, made from ultra comfortable 100% cotton jersey and crafted in France.
Elaborate knit collar, classic fit, logo emblem, 100% cotton jersey
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Lacoste at Le 31
- logo emblem in front
- classic fit
- crew neck in an elaborate knit
- ultra comfortable 100% cotton jersey
- made in France
Product Insights
Lacoste's Elaborate Knit Collar T-Shirt revives the brand's 1933 collar innovation, produced in limited batches at the revived Troyes atelier in France. The $115 price reflects hand-work in collar shaping and seam finishing, not just brand markup. Its seamless flat-knit collar holds shape longer and lays flat under outerwear, making it a sleek base layer. The classic fit is true to size, but the 100% cotton jersey shrinks 3–8% in length on warm wash, so size up if washing warm. Available in ivory, a warm off-white with cream undertones, this limited capsule piece is in stock but unlikely to be restocked.
Verified claims
- Heritage & craftsmanship
- References the original 1933 collar innovation and is made in Lacoste's historic Troyes atelier.
- Exclusivity
- Limited-edition collar design positions tee alongside luxury specialists like Sunspel.
- Manufacturing heritage
- Limited batch from Lacoste's revived Troyes atelier (2018).
- Care
- Seamless flat-knit collar holds shape longer and lays flat under outerwear.
- Value
- The $115 price reflects more hand-work in collar shaping and seam finishing, not just brand markup.
- Made in France
- Made in France at Lacoste's Troyes atelier with elaborate knit collar.
- Fit
- Classic fit true to size, same as other Lacoste classic-fit tees.
- Shrinkage
- 100% cotton jersey shrinks 3–8% in length on warm wash; size up if washing warm.
- Limited availability
- In stock but limited capsule piece, unlikely restocked.
- Color
- Ivory is a warm off-white with cream undertones, not a bright white.
- Layering
- Flat, seamless collar creates a sleek base layer under blazers or sweaters.
Product record
- Title
- Elaborate Knit Collar T-Shirt
- Brand
- Lacoste
- Price
- 115 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The elaborate knit collar detail
- The absence of visible ribbing makes the collar lay flatter and sit more quietly against the body, meaning it slides under a tailored jacket or sweater without the telltale sportiness of a ribbed neckline—this is a t-shirt designed to function as an elevated foundational layer.
- A flat knit has lower mechanical elasticity than a rib knit, so the collar opening holds its shape far better over repeated wears and washes, significantly delaying the wavy, stretched-out 'bacon neck' that often ruins cheaper crew necks.
- Elaborate knit typically means the collar is not a standard 1x1 rib; it is instead a flat knit or tubular knit that creates a smoother, less textured neckline—a detail that moves the t-shirt away from underwear basics and toward the refined minimalism seen in luxury tee specialists like Sunspel.
The impact of French manufacturing
- French garment manufacturing costs are multiples of typical offshore production due to EU labour rates and social charges, which means the $115 price point reflects more actual hand-work in the collar shaping and seam finishing—not just brand markup—leading to a tee that holds its shape longer.
- The 'Lacoste at Le 31' tag denotes a curated line from the brand's Paris flagship at 31 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, where French-made capsules are sometimes released; this t-shirt likely belongs to a collection that emphasises authentic French production for a discerning clientele who seek exactly this kind of provenance.
- This t-shirt directly references the 1933 Lacoste tennis shirt's original innovation—a collar that was soft and comfortable yet held its shape—by remaking the idea in a contemporary crew neck form, with French manufacturing ensuring the knit collar's elasticity and recovery match the high standard René Lacoste first demanded.
- Lacoste revived its Troyes, France atelier in 2018 specifically to produce premium 'Made in France' items, making this t-shirt part of a limited, high-attention batch where the elaborate knit collar can be engineered with the region's historic knitwear expertise—something most off-the-shelf Lacoste tees miss.
- The collar's intricate knit pattern is produced on specialised French knitting equipment that can create a seamless neckline transition from the body fabric, eliminating the usual attached collar seam that can irritate—a detail that speaks directly to the atelier's capability and is rare at lower price points.
What 'Lacoste at Le 31' means
- As a piece from a limited capsule rather than a seasonal mainline collection, this tee is unlikely to be restocked once it sells out, making it a less ubiquitous alternative for buyers who want the crocodile logo without the widespread availability of standard Lacoste tees.
- Le 31 is the premium menswear concept shop within Simons, Canada's leading fashion department store, known for its tightly edited mix of designer brands and exclusive collaborations; the 'Lacoste at Le 31' label confirms this tee was produced specifically for that boutique, not for Lacoste's broader wholesale network.
- Le 31 capsules are designed to reflect elevated aesthetics and quality, which here translates into French manufacturing and the elaborate knit collar—details that tie the tee to Lacoste's Parisian roots and justify the $115 price point in a way that a typical imported cotton jersey tee cannot.
Image Analysis
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Product
Front view of a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt laid flat showing a ribbed multi-stripe knit collar and a small diamond-shaped chest patch on the left side.
- Overall shapeShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown flat, centered, with straight hem and relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (high) - Collar constructionVisible ribbed knit crew neck with concentric stripes: an outer off-white band, a textured mid-tone knit band, and an inner dark stripe bordering the neck opening.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.09 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high) - Chest patchSmall diamond-shaped patch on the left chest with a dark background and a contrasting lighter letter 'L' or symbol at its center.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.27 · w 0.07 · h 0.09 (high) - Neck labelRectangular woven label visible inside the back neck, centered behind the collar; characters on the label are small.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.10 · w 0.14 · h 0.04 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, fine-knit cotton or jersey surface with no visible pattern or texture aside from the knit collar.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - Left chest text“L”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.31 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Neck label text (partial)“LACOSTE”Partial
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.10 · w 0.13 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light gray background with even frontal lighting and a faint soft shadow beneath the shirt.
- BackgroundFlat, even light gray backdrop occupying the full image area.
- Shot compositionShirt is centered in frame, photographed straight-on from above with minimal perspective distortion.
- ShadowingSoft diffused shadow visible directly below the hem and sleeves, suggesting overhead studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.15 (medium)
Colors
warm cream· main bodyblack· collar inner stripestone gray· collar mid knit bandvery dark navy· chest patch backgroundoff-white· chest patch motif- Overall shapeShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown flat, centered, with straight hem and relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- How does the classic fit of this Lacoste t-shirt compare to other Lacoste t-shirts—is it true to size or more relaxed?
- This t-shirt features a classic fit, which is true to size—neither slim nor overly relaxed. It follows Lacoste's standard classic fit used across many of their t-shirts, offering natural ease without being baggy.
- Does the 100% cotton jersey shrink after washing, and what care instructions do you recommend to maintain the fit and collar shape?
- Yes, 100% cotton jersey will shrink, typically 3–8% in length on the first warm wash [10]. To maintain fit and the elaborate knit collar, machine wash cold (30°C) on a short cycle, avoid fabric softener, and air dry flat or on a hanger—never tumble dry. Iron inside out on low heat if needed [11].
- Is the Ivory color a true white or more of an off-white/cream tone when seen in person?
- Ivory is an off-white shade with subtle cream undertones, not a bright white. In person, it reads as a soft, warm neutral—similar to natural cotton but slightly warmer than a true white.
- What distinguishes this $115 t-shirt from Lacoste's lower-priced t-shirts—is it the French manufacturing, the collar design, or a different cotton quality?
- This t-shirt's higher price point is driven by three factors: it's made in France (many Lacoste tees are produced in other countries), the exclusive elaborate knit collar design, and the overall premium construction. The 100% cotton jersey is high-quality, but the French manufacturing and specialized collar detail set it apart from standard Lacoste t-shirts.