Embossed Honeycomb T-Shirt Standard Fit

Le 31's Embossed Honeycomb T-Shirt blends sport-inspired aesthetics with structural durability: the knitted honeycomb texture and piqué trim resist curling, bagging, pilling, and shrinking, while elastane ensures fit retention through repeated wash and wear. Priced at $50 CAD, it offers details typically found above $80, including a functional buttoned pocket that secures a phone or slim wallet—a tradeoff between utility and a more streamlined silhouette.

Edge stability

Piqué-knit trim on collar and cuffs resists curling and bagging.

Why this is supported

The denser, less elastic piqué-knit binding on the collar and cuffs provides structural stability. Research confirms it

resists curling and bagging better than typical jersey trimHow piqué trim adds to a basic tee — edge_stability

, helping the collar and sleeves hold a crisp, structured silhouette through repeated wear and laundering.

Aesthetic detail

Piqué trim’s waffle texture and honeycomb body create a sport-inspired, considered look.

Why this is supported

The piqué trim features

a fine waffle or grid surface recognizable from classic tennis polosHow piqué trim adds to a basic tee — waffle_textured_trim

, which catches light differently than the embossed honeycomb body. This

intentional pairing of two distinct knits creates a layered, thoughtfully designed look that rewards a closer eyeHow piqué trim adds to a basic tee — texture_pairing_with_honeycomb

. The use of piqué trim instead of standard jersey binding is

a detail borrowed from elevated sportswear brandsHow piqué trim adds to a basic tee — premium_casual_design_language

, signaling that Le 31’s Montreal design team treated this tee as a considered piece where texture indicates quality.

Durability

The embossed honeycomb texture is knit into the fabric and does not peel or wash away.

Why this is supported

The texture is part of the fabric structure.

The embossed honeycomb texture is created during knitting, so it's part of the fabric structure.How does the embossed honeycomb texture hold up after multiple washes? Does it fade or become less defined?

With proper care, it maintains definition:

With proper care—washing cold on a gentle cycle and laying flat to dry—the texture should maintain its definition over many washes.How does the embossed honeycomb texture hold up after multiple washes? Does it fade or become less defined?

The cotton-polyester blend also resists pilling and shrinking, preserving the texture's clarity:

The cotton-polyester stretch blend is designed to resist shrinking and pilling better than pure cotton.Does the stretch cotton-polyester blend cause the shirt to lose its shape or pill over time?

Trim stability

Piqué-knit trim on collar and cuffs resists curling and bagging through repeated washing.

Why this is supported

The piqué trim's denser structure helps it hold shape:

Piqué’s denser, less elastic knit structure resists curling and bagging better than typical jersey trim, helping the collar and sleeves hold a crisp, structured silhouette through repeated wear and laundering.How piqué trim adds to a basic tee — edge_stability

Pilling and shrinkage

Cotton-polyester blend resists pilling and shrinking better than pure cotton.

Why this is supported

The brand's Q&A states that the blend is engineered for superior durability:

The cotton-polyester stretch blend is designed to resist shrinking and pilling better than pure cotton.Does the stretch cotton-polyester blend cause the shirt to lose its shape or pill over time?

It also emphasizes that standard care preserves this performance:

Following care instructions (cold wash, tumble dry low) will prolong its appearance and fit.Does the stretch cotton-polyester blend cause the shirt to lose its shape or pill over time?

Fit retention

Elastane and piqué trim keep the shirt's shape through wear and wash.

Why this is supported

The Q&A explains that

The polyester adds durability, while the stretch (likely elastane) helps the shirt snap back to shape.Does the stretch cotton-polyester blend cause the shirt to lose its shape or pill over time?

and deep research on the trim notes that

Piqué’s denser, less elastic knit structure resists curling and bagging better than typical jersey trim, helping the collar and sleeves hold a crisp, structured silhouette through repeated wear and laundering.How piqué trim adds to a basic tee — edge_stability

Together, these features ensure the tee retains its fit during use and after laundering.

Texture longevity

Knitted honeycomb texture remains visible after many washes.

Why this is supported

Brand materials confirm that the honeycomb texture is built into the fabric structure:

The embossed honeycomb texture is created during knitting, so it's part of the fabric structure.How does the embossed honeycomb texture hold up after multiple washes? Does it fade or become less defined?

The texture is therefore very durable, though it will gradually soften with each wash.

Pocket

Functional buttoned pocket fits phone or slim wallet; button secures contents.

Why this is supported

The brand's Q&A confirms that the pocket is

Yes, the buttoned slit pocket is fully functional for small items like a phone or a slim wallet.Is the buttoned chest pocket functional for holding small items like a phone or wallet, or is it purely decorative?

and that

However, the brand cautions that

it's best for lightweight items to avoid distorting the shirt's drapeIs the buttoned chest pocket functional for holding small items like a phone or wallet, or is it purely decorative?

This functional detail is uncommon on casual tees at this price point, adding everyday versatility.

Brand heritage

Le 31 by Simons: an in-house label designed in Montreal since 1840.

Why this is supported

Research shows that

Simons was founded in Quebec City in 1840 and remains family-runWhat Le 31 by Simons stands for — simons_heritage_since_1840

, and that

the designers adapt global trends for Canadian lifestyles, resulting in a standard fit and fabric blend that prioritize everyday wearability.What Le 31 by Simons stands for — in_house_montreal_design

These facts confirm that Le 31 is a heritage-backed, Montreal-designed label.

Value

Priced at $50 CAD ($29.95 sale), this tee's embossed honeycomb and piqué trim are details typically found above $80.

Why this is supported

As a store brand, Le 31 bypasses wholesale markups, so

a shirt with an embossed honeycomb knit and piqué trim can retail at 50 CAD—a price point normally associated with plain cotton jerseysWhat Le 31 by Simons stands for — private_label_value_model

. The

29.95 CAD sale price places it in fast-fashion territory with a notably higher design quotient.What Le 31 by Simons stands for — private_label_value_model

This establishes the shirt as a value-driven choice with high design content.

Design details

Embossed honeycomb knit pairs with piqué trim for a layered look; pocket fits a smartphone.

Why this is supported

The design details reflect thoughtful choices:

Swapping standard jersey binding for a piqué-knit trim is a detail borrowed from elevated sportswear brands; it signals that Le 31’s in-house Canadian design team treated this tee as a piece where texture codes for qualityHow piqué trim adds to a basic tee — premium_casual_design_language

. Additionally,

The grid-like piqué trim and the embossed honeycomb body are both geometric, dimensional patterns that catch light differently—this intentional pairing of two distinct knits creates a layered, thoughtfully designed lookHow piqué trim adds to a basic tee — texture_pairing_with_honeycomb

. Finally,

Yes, the buttoned slit pocket is fully functional for small items like a phone or a slim wallet.Is the buttoned chest pocket functional for holding small items like a phone or wallet, or is it purely decorative?

These elements combine to make the tee a considered piece rather than a basic.