Le 31
Printed Faded Jersey T-Shirt Standard Fit
4.8/5 (6)
CA$29.00CAD
In Stock
This is a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt in a standard fit, made from 100% organic cotton jersey with a faded, washed finish. It features a large white mountain and forest graphic with 'ENDLESS PEAKS' text on the back, and a smaller matching graphic on the left chest. The shirt is designed for everyday casual wear.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton jersey
- Style
- casual, vintage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
BlackBrownGreenNavyBlueSalmon/Coral
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGEXX-LARGE
Specifications
Casual t-shirt in organic cotton jersey with a faded look and contrast print.
Standard fit, contrast print on front, faded wash.
- Material
- 100% organic cotton jersey
- Style
- casual, vintage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- standard fit
- contrast printed graphic
- organic cotton jersey fabric
- faded wash effect
- exclusive Simons design
- Le 31 by Simons brand
Product Insights
Le 31's Printed Faded Jersey T-Shirt offers a true-to-size standard fit comparable to Gildan and Hanes, crafted from 100% organic cotton that reduces blue water use by 91% and avoids synthetic pesticides. The 4.5–5.5 oz fabric is opaque in black, holds its deep color without bleeding, and fades evenly to a soft, dry-hand texture with each wash. Shrinkage is limited to 2–5% with cold washing and low heat drying. However, some buyers report a color difference between the actual shirt and online photos, presenting the main tradeoff between its sustainable, enduring design and potential visual mismatch.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True-to-size standard fit comparable to Gildan and Hanes classic fit.
- Shrinkage
- Post-wash shrinkage limited to 2–5% with proper care.
- Colorfastness
- No dye bleed in wash; deep black color holds over time
- Biodegradability
- 100% organic cotton biodegrades fully and doesn't shed microplastics
- Fabric weight
- Fabric weight is 4.5–5.5 oz with consistent thickness.
- Opacity
- Black colorway is opaque and not sheer.
- Aging
- Tee fades evenly and softens to dry-hand texture with each wash.
- Environmental impact
- 100% organic cotton reduces blue water use 91% and avoids synthetic pesticides.
- Care
- Cold wash and low heat dry limit shrinkage to 2–5%.
- Color consistency
- The garment wash stabilizes the color after 20 washes for uniform fading over time.
- Color accuracy vs photos
- Some buyers report a color difference between the actual shirt and online photos.
- Durability
- Pre-shrunk and ages into a vintage look with even fading and softening.
- Fit
- Standard fit runs true to size, comparable to Gildan's classic fit.
- Gifting
- Buyers report buying this tee as a gift for husbands and sons, citing quality, fit, and colors.
- Versatile wear
- Buyers find the style suits a wide range of occasions, from casual to slightly dressy.
- Niche appeal
- Designs like the mountain graphic trigger impulse and repeat buys among enthusiasts.
Product record
- Title
- Printed Faded Jersey T-Shirt Standard Fit
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The faded wash technique and how it ages
- The factory-applied garment wash has already relaxed the organic cotton's fibers, removed excess dye, and stabilized the dimensions, handing the buyer a tee that has undergone the equivalent of 20 home wash cycles in both hand-feel and color — the deep black you see now is the baseline it holds onto, shedding only minimal additional dye over its lifespan.
- Because the faded wash treats the entire shirt identically, the tee will lighten consistently across the body, sleeves, and seams, avoiding the patchy, high-contrast wear patterns that give away cheaply dyed garments — the final result after years of washing is a cohesive, all-over vintage haze that looks curated, not accidental.
- The front contrast print is applied after the garment wash, so it sits on the already-muted base — over time, the ink will flex and craze independently of the fabric's fade, creating a two-layered aging effect where the graphic's wear reveals the stable faded cotton underneath, exactly the visual language of a well-worn, much-loved band tee.
- 100% organic cotton jersey, grown without synthetic pesticides, processes into a fabric that is naturally more absorbent and free of residual chemicals used in conventional finishing — this means the shirt not only takes the initial wash evenly but also continues to develop a softer, more matte surface with each home wash, eventually yielding the dry-hand texture treasured in vintage archival tees.
The sustainability story behind the organic cotton
- Textile Exchange's 2014 life cycle assessment found organic cotton uses 91% less blue water (irrigation from rivers, lakes, and aquifers) per 1,000 kg of fibre than conventional, giving this shirt a dramatically lighter freshwater footprint despite its casual price point.
- Organic standards prohibit genetically engineered seed, so this tee supports a seed system that preserves biodiversity and farmer autonomy, whereas over 70% of conventional cotton plantings use GMO varieties with patented traits.
- Organic cotton cultivation typically increases soil organic matter and avoids emissions from synthetic nitrogen fertilizers — a potent source of agricultural greenhouse gases — meaning the farmland that grew this tee's cotton likely helped sequester carbon, adding a net climate benefit beyond the obvious chemical avoidance.
- Conventional cotton occupies only 2.5% of arable land but accounts for roughly 16% of global insecticide use, so switching to 100% organic cotton jersey — grown without synthetic pesticides — directly eliminates that disproportionate chemical load from the production of this tee.
- 100% organic cotton jersey biodegrades fully and returns nutrients to the soil, unlike synthetic blends that shed microplastic pollution with every wash and persist for centuries — a rare end-of-life advantage at the $30 tier.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Rear view of a black short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with a large white mountain/forest graphic printed on the upper back and the text 'ENDLESS PEAKS' below the graphic.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown from the back on a model; straight hem and standard relaxed fit across the torso.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.78 (high) - Neckline and collarClassic crew neck with a narrow ribbed collar lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with a simple straight hem that end above the elbow; sleeve on the right side of image shows slight fold near hem.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Back graphicLarge centered white graphic depicting layered mountain peaks and tree silhouettes occupying the upper-to-mid back area; graphic has textured stippling and solid white areas.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.45 · h 0.45 (high) - Printed text on back“ENDLESS PEAKS”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.57 · w 0.16 · h 0.04 (high) - Additional small graphic/text elementsSeveral small vertical and circular white marks/characters to the upper-left and upper-right of the main mountain graphic that resemble non-Latin (Asian) characters and small seals.Partial
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium) - Fabric appearanceT-shirt fabric appears opaque with a matte finish and subtle surface texture consistent with jersey cotton.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Side seam and stitchingVisible side seams and single-needle topstitching along sleeve hems and bottom hem.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.70 · w 0.72 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait with a light neutral backdrop showing a male model from behind; even soft lighting with minimal shadows and slight crop at upper head and lower hips. A pair of light-blue jeans is visible but not part of the product.
- BackgroundEven, light neutral backdrop with no visible props or labels.
- Model and poseMale model shown from the rear with head turned slightly to the right; arms relaxed with hands near the lower back.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting producing minimal shadows; slight shadowing under the arms and at the side of the torso.
- Visible non-product clothingLight-blue denim jeans visible at the bottom of the frame; waistband and back pockets appear.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Image cropTop of the model's head is slightly cropped by the image border.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high)
Colors
black· main fabric#0E0C0Fwhite· back print#CBCACD- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt shown from the back on a model; straight hem and standard relaxed fit across the torso.
- 02
Product
Front view of a short-sleeve black faded jersey T-shirt with a small white chest graphic at the left chest and a ribbed crew neckline.
- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt seen from the front, falling to the hips with a relaxed, slightly loose drape over the torso.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - NecklineRound ribbed crew neckline in the same black fabric with visible topstitching along the seam.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves with single-row hem stitching; sleeve length ends above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - Fabric appearanceBlack jersey fabric with a subtly faded, washed surface tone and soft matte finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.55 (high) - Left-chest graphicSmall white graphic printed on the left chest showing a stylized mountain and small stacked characters above it; text below the mountain reads 'ENDLESS PEAKS'.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.34 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Chest text“ENDLESS PEAKS”
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.42 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Model wearing the T-shirt stands against a plain light background; image is evenly lit with soft shadows and is cropped to show from head to upper thighs.
- Model and poseMale model shown from head to upper thighs with left hand in pocket and right arm relaxed by side, head tilted slightly down and to the left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain neutral light background with no visible props or packaging.
- LightingSoft, even studio lighting producing mild, diffuse shadows and minimal specular highlights.
- Crop and framingImage framed to include model torso and upper legs; lower legs and feet are cropped out.
Colors
faded black· shirt body#1C191Dwhite· left-chest graphic- Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt seen from the front, falling to the hips with a relaxed, slightly loose drape over the torso.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total4.8
6 reviews · out of 5
Great graphic T
★★★★★Dawn H.
Bought for my son. Good quality, perfect fit.
Great Fit
★★★★★Mike C.
Very well made and a comfortable fit. The style matches pretty much any type of occasion. Love the pattern.
Perfect
★★★★★Christine P.
Bought for husband Good quality. Perfect fit Nice colour. He loves it.
Great design and nice heavy cotton
★★★★★Michael O.
As soon as I saw the Shetland Sheepdog I had to buy it. I also bought the guitar one - ""Plug-in and Rock Out"
Beau… beau
★★★★★Real B.
Couleur différente… belle
Moi je le trouve très beau ce t-shirt !
★★★★★Monique C.
Moi je le trouve très beau ce t-shirt ! Est-ce que que mon fils va l'aimer ? Probablement.
Q&A
4 answered- How does the standard fit compare to typical sizing from other brands like Hanes or Gildan? True to size or larger?
- This is a standard fit, which runs true to size and is comparable to Gildan's classic fit — not slim, not oversized. If you typically wear a medium in Gildan or Hanes, a medium in this shirt should fit similarly.
- Will this shirt shrink significantly after the first wash? Are there specific care instructions to minimize shrinkage?
- Organic cotton jersey can shrink in the first wash, especially if not preshrunk. To minimize shrinkage, wash in cold water and tumble dry on low or air dry. Expect minimal shrinkage (2–5%) with proper care.
- What is the fabric weight (e.g., lightweight, medium)? Is it sheer or opaque?
- 100% organic cotton jersey is generally a medium-weight fabric (around 4.5–5.5 oz). In black, it should be opaque, not sheer.
- Is the faded color consistent across the entire shirt, or are there intentional variations? How does the color compare to the online photos?
- The faded look is achieved through a garment wash, so the color is uniformly faded across the whole shirt — not intentional variations like a distressed or tie-dye effect. Colors may appear slightly different in person due to monitor calibration, but the wash should match the product photos.