Le 31
Textured Bow Tie
Textured bow tie from Le 31 by Simons, an exclusive design from Canada, used as a formal neckwear accessory. It features an irregular weave of 50% silk and 50% wool, with a matte black knitted texture and symmetrical lobes. The one-size bow tie offers pre-tied/self-tie styling with an adjustable metallic clasp, and requires professional cleaning and steam ironing.
- Material
- Silk, Wool and Polyester Blend
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Color
Size
Specifications
Pre-tied bow tie with textured irregular weave in a silk, wool, and polyester blend, featuring an adjustable metallic clasp.
Irregular weave texture, silk wool polyester blend, pre-tied with self-tie option, adjustable clasp.
- Material
- Silk, Wool and Polyester Blend
- Secondary
- wool, polyester
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Additional Attributes
- irregular weave texture
- silk, wool and polyester blend
- pre-tied with self-tie option
- adjustable metallic clasp
- exclusive Simons design
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Le 31 Textured Bow Tie pairs a matte, light-diffusing finish with an irregular silk-wool weave that creates heathered color and subtle shimmer, making a solid black bow tie appear freshly tied and reducing glare under lights. Its 50/50 silk-wool blend delivers excellent drape, breathability, and skin comfort by canceling wool's micro-prickle, while the wool ensures shape retention and resilience. An adjustable metallic clasp provides a custom neckband fit that keeps the bow centered and flat, and the pre-tied design is convenient for travel and extended formal wear across seasons. At $49 CAD, it undercuts Republic of Ties Foxes ($55) with better materials than SuspenderStore ($30), though care requires ironing with a press cloth on low heat or steaming to preserve the matte luster, and professional cleaning is recommended to extend its life.
- Clasp
Adjustable metallic clasp provides a custom neckband fit that keeps the bow centered and flat.
Why this is supported
The adjustable metallic clasp provides a custom fit that lies flat against the neck. As bowtieclub.com notes,
The second mark of a well made pre-tied is a quality hook and clasp to attach the neckband.
bowtieclub.comThis prevents the bow from shifting off-center, a frequent giveaway of pre-tied impostors.
- Drape
Excellent drape from 50/50 silk-wool blend.
Why this is supported
The 50/50 silk-wool ratio is classified by textile manufacturers as providing
| 40–50% | Strong, silk-forward luster | Excellent drape | Moderate | Luxury garments, fine scarves, eveningwear |
huafutex.comensuring a fluid, polished appearance without the stiffness of lower-quality blends.
- Luster
Matte, light-diffusing finish from irregular silk-wool weave.
Why this is supported
The
Irregular weave in a silk, wool and polyester blend
lyst.comresults in
a wool bow tie has a matte finish and visible texture
factxtop.comthat
adds just the right amount of visual interest and texture
nomanwalksalone.com, yielding a subtle, light-diffusing luster appropriate for formal wear.
- Care
Iron with a press cloth on low heat or steam to preserve matte luster.
Why this is supported
To protect the matte luster, the manufacturer advises
For silk and cotton, place a clean cloth between the iron and bow tie and use the lowest suitable setting.
bowties.wrswebsolutions.comAdditionally,
Steaming is the safest way to remove wrinkles from a silk tie.
thetiebar.comThese methods prevent flattening the weave or creating unwanted shine.
- Finish
Matte finish reduces glare in event photography and under lights.
Why this is supported
The 50% silk, 50% wool blend produces a matte finish that
Unlike a classic black silk bow tie, which has a smooth shine and a traditional black-tie look, a wool bow tie has a matte finish and visible texture.
factxtop.comThis finish reduces glare under event lighting and flash photography, ensuring the bow tie photographs with depth rather than shine. As one source puts it,
Silk says old-school evening elegance. Wool says elegance with depth.
factxtop.comAdditionally, the textured surface helps the pre-tied bow tie appear as a freshly tied one by avoiding the over-reflection that would give away a synthetic satin.
- Texture and depth
Irregular weave adds heathered color and subtle shimmer.
Why this is supported
The irregular weave of the silk-wool blend adds visual interest to the solid black color. As noted by a fashion reviewer,
The irregular weave of this silk tie adds just the right amount of visual interest and texture to an otherwise classic and conservative solid silk tie.
nomanwalksalone.comAdditionally, the 50/50 blend produces a subtle dynamic shimmer across the knot and wings as light interacts with the weave, adding depth that a pure silk or synthetic cannot achieve.
- Wearability
Comfortable for extended formal wear and works in multiple seasons.
Why this is supported
The 50/50 silk-wool blend feels cool and sleek against the neck because silk's smooth fibers reduce wool's prickle.
Silk's smooth filaments reduce the surface friction of wool, lowering the prickle sensation that some consumers associate with wool garments.
huafutex.comThe blend is also breathable and moisture-wicking,
Wool’s breathability combines with silk’s moisture-wicking properties, keeping wearers comfortable by allowing air circulation and reducing moisture retention.
modaknits.comThis suits the bow tie for both cool December weddings and spring galas.
- Visual interest
Irregular weave gives solid black a heathered, intentionally designed texture.
Why this is supported
The irregular weave breaks up light across the solid surface, preventing a generic flat appearance. As noted by a style retailer:
The irregular weave of this silk tie adds just the right amount of visual interest and texture to an otherwise classic and conservative solid silk tie.
nomanwalksalone.comThis intentional texture sets the bow tie apart from basic solids while maintaining formal dress code appropriateness.
- Authenticity
Irregular weave makes the pre-tied bow tie appear freshly tied.
Why this is supported
The irregular weave helps the pre-tied construction avoid the overly shiny, synthetic look of many pre-tied bow ties. The product listing itself references the
Irregular weave in a silk, wool and polyester blend
lyst.com, which gives the surface a natural texture that camouflages the pre-tied structure, lending an authenticity closer to a hand-tied bow.
- Comparison
At $49 CAD, undercuts Republic of Ties Foxes ($55) and offers better materials than SuspenderStore ($30).
Why this is supported
Catalog compared this bow tie's price against two competitors. The Republic of Ties Foxes,
Self-tie bow tie (shipped tied up - it is possible to untie and tie up again).
republicofties.comis a self-tie option priced around $55 with a similar silk-wool blend, while the SuspenderStore wool-blend bow tie (
Men's Wool Blend Herringbone Traditional Freestyle Self-Tie Bow Tie - Black/Gray
suspenderstore.com) costs about $30 but uses wool only. Additionally, the Le 31 brand is described as '
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com', and its Italian-made wool bow ties retail at $99, making this pre-tied model a more affordable entry point.
- Material
50% silk, 50% wool blend delivers matte finish, breathability, and a comfortable fit.
Why this is supported
The 50/50 silk-wool composition is characteristic of luxury fabrics: 40–50% silk content yields
Strong, silk-forward luster | Excellent drape
huafutex.com. The blend's
Breathable and Moisture-Wicking: Wool’s breathability combines with silk’s moisture-wicking properties
modaknits.comto keep wearers comfortable. Additionally,
Silk's smooth filaments reduce the surface friction of wool
huafutex.comto minimize prickle. Visually,
a wool bow tie has a matte finish and visible texture
factxtop.com, and
The irregular weave of this silk tie adds just the right amount of visual interest
nomanwalksalone.com.
- Convenience
Pre-tied with adjustable clasp, easy to maintain and travel-friendly.
Why this is supported
The bow tie is pre-tied with an
Adjustable with a metallic clasp
lyst.comand an irregular weave that mimics a hand-tied look. Maintenance requires only
Brush away surface dust
bowties.wrswebsolutions.comand
Spot clean a silk tie by dabbing
cleaningbro.com. To preserve shape,
Pre-tied bows need enough space to preserve the wings
bowties.wrswebsolutions.com. For travel,
Pack the bow tie in a small box
bowties.wrswebsolutions.com.
- Skin comfort
The 50/50 silk-wool blend cancels wool's micro-prickle, stays breathable, and avoids overheating.
Why this is supported
Silk's smooth filaments reduce the surface friction of wool, lowering the prickle sensation that some consumers associate with wool garments.
huafutex.comWool’s breathability combines with silk’s moisture-wicking properties, keeping wearers comfortable by allowing air circulation and reducing moisture retention.
modaknits.comThese combined properties keep the bow tie comfortable against the neck even during extended wear.
- Breathability
50/50 silk-wool blend wicks moisture and reduces prickle for all-day comfort across seasons.
Why this is supported
The bow tie's 50/50 silk-wool blend is proven to offer both air circulation and reduced prickle. For example, research states:
Wool’s breathability combines with silk’s moisture-wicking properties, keeping wearers comfortable by allowing air circulation and reducing moisture retention.
modaknits.comAdditionally, separate fabric analysis confirms that silk's smooth filaments
reduce the surface friction of wool, lowering the prickle sensation that some consumers associate with wool garments.
huafutex.com- Fabric pairing
Matte textured bow tie complements fall/winter fabrics like flannel, tweed, and velvet.
Why this is supported
The matte textured finish is intentionally designed for cold-weather pairings. As one style analysis notes:
That makes it especially attractive in fall and winter, when heavier fabrics like wool suiting, velvet dinner jackets, flannel trousers, and textured overcoats already dominate the scene.
factxtop.com- Shape retention
Wool-silk blend holds a crisp shape with resilience and flexibility.
Why this is supported
The wool component provides natural resilience to help the bow retain its shape after use, and the wool-silk blend achieves a balanced structure that avoids a stiff or boxy look.
Wool provides natural resilience to help hold a crisp shape
How does the wool-polyester blend affect the bow tie's ability to hold a crisp shape?gives this bow tie a good balance of structure and flexibility.
How does the wool-polyester blend affect the bow tie's ability to hold a crisp shape?- Cleaning
Professional cleaning is recommended; at home, spot clean fresh stains and brush away dust to extend its life.
Why this is supported
The brand's Q&A states,
The recommended care is to professionally clean the bow tie.
What care instructions are recommended for the silk-wool-polyester blend?For everyday maintenance,
Brush away surface dust with a clean, soft clothes brush appropriate to the fabric.
bowties.wrswebsolutions.comFor fresh stains,
Spot clean a silk tie by dabbing (not rubbing) a small amount of mild soap solution onto the stain, then blotting with a clean, dry cloth.
cleaningbro.comAlways test colorfastness on an interior seam first.
- Pressing
Iron with a cotton press cloth on low heat or steam from a distance to refresh the weave.
Why this is supported
For ironing,
For silk and cotton, place a clean cloth between the iron and bow tie and use the lowest suitable setting.
bowties.wrswebsolutions.comThe care instructions also note that
Ironing with or without steam is also acceptable according to the care instructions.
What care instructions are recommended for the silk-wool-polyester blend?For refreshing without direct contact,
Steaming is the safest way to remove wrinkles from a silk tie.
thetiebar.com
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A front-facing black textured bow tie laid flat with a visible woven knit texture, formed lobes and a central wrapped knot band.
- Overall shapeSymmetrical bow tie with two rounded rectangular lobes and a narrower central knot band tying them together; displayed flat and centered in the frame.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.88 · h 0.24 (high) - Surface textureDense woven knit texture visible across the lobes and knot band, producing fine horizontal and vertical stitch patterns.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.48 · w 0.70 · h 0.20 (high) - Central knot detailNarrow wrapped band at the center with the same knitted texture but appearing slightly tighter and more compressed than the lobes.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high) - Lobe shapingEach lobe has a slightly rounded outer edge and a subtle fold near the inner edge where it meets the knot, giving mild three-dimensional form.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high) - FinishMatte appearance with low sheen; highlights are limited to small knit ridges and do not create glossy reflections.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.49 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and a faint drop shadow beneath the bow tie; framing is centered and the bow fills the horizontal middle of the image.
- Background and stagingUniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging.
- ShadowSoft drop shadow visible below the bow tie, running horizontally and indicating overhead diffuse lighting.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.62 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionCentered, top-down front view of the bow tie occupying the central horizontal band of the image.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the bow tie with visible fine knit detail; even exposure and no visible text or labels in the frame.
Colors
matte black· bow lobes#0E0E11matte black· central knot band#0D0E11- Overall shapeSymmetrical bow tie with two rounded rectangular lobes and a narrower central knot band tying them together; displayed flat and centered in the frame.