Le 31
Double Preppy Stripe Tie
This is a men's necktie, a formal accessory worn for business or dress occasions. It features a cotton-silk fabric with a fine diagonal ribbed texture and a double preppy stripe pattern in navy and off-white on a brown ground. The tie is 2.75 inches (7 cm) wide, designed in Canada under the Le 31 by Simons label, and made in Italy.
- Material
- Cotton-silk fabric
- Gender
- male
- Style
- preppy, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Color
Size
Specifications
Modern preppy stripe tie in cotton-silk blend, made in Italy.
Modern style, 2.75 inch width, double stripe pattern, made in Italy.
- Material
- Cotton-silk fabric
- Secondary
- silk
- Style
- preppy, modern
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Additional Attributes
- cotton-silk fabric
- modern style, 2.75 inch width
- made in Italy
- double preppy stripe pattern
- exclusive Simons design in Canada
Product Insights
The Double Preppy Stripe Tie by Le 31 (99 CAD, in stock) balances classic prep style with tailored construction: wool interlining and slip stitching stabilize the knot and extend tie life, while a 60% silk / 40% cotton woven stripe provides matte texture and durable pattern. Its 2.75-inch width works across casual linen jackets and formal worsted suits, fitting modern lapels and spread-collar shirts; a solid back blade keeps the look clean when flipped, though dry cleaning is recommended to preserve fabric and shape.
- Construction
Wool interlining and slip stitching boost knot stability and tie life.
Why this is supported
The wool interlining is noted for
providing the bulk that helps a tie hold a deep dimple and a knot that stays put without slipping
What Made in Italy means for this tie — wool_interliningAdditionally, the hand-stitched slip stitch is described as
letting the tie flex when knotted and retract when unknotted, preventing the puckering and seam-splitting that shorten a machine-stitched tie’s life.
What Made in Italy means for this tie — hand_stitched_slip_stitchThese features work together to improve knot stability and extend the tie's lifespan.
- Fabric quality
60% silk, 40% cotton: matte texture, woven stripe, durable pattern.
Why this is supported
The fabric is a 60% silk, 40% cotton blend that
gives the stripe a matte, slightly grainy texture that distinguishes it from the glossy finish of pure silk reps
What Made in Italy means for this tie — cotton_silk_fabricAdditionally, the stripe pattern
is most likely woven into the fabric, as is standard for high-quality silk and cotton blend ties.
Is the stripe pattern woven or printed? Does the pattern repeat on the back blade?This woven construction ensures the pattern remains vibrant over time.
The 60% silk, 40% cotton blend produces a matte, grainy texture.
The cotton-silk blend gives the stripe a matte, slightly grainy texture that distinguishes it from the glossy finish of pure silk reps—a choice rooted in Italian sartorial playfulness, where mixing casual fabrics with tailored stripes creates a tie that works as well under a linen jacket as a worsted suit.
What Made in Italy means for this tie — cotton_silk_fabric- Styling
2.75-inch width suits both linen jackets and worsted suits.
Why this is supported
The tie's styling versatility is supported by its width and finish. As stated,
mixing casual fabrics with tailored stripes creates a tie that works as well under a linen jacket as a worsted suit
What Made in Italy means for this tie — cotton_silk_fabricAdditionally, the width is a modern proportion:
At 2.75 inches, the blade reflects the slim, modern proportion that Italian tailoring houses have championed
What Made in Italy means for this tie — modern_italian_width. This combination allows it to bridge casual and formal dress codes.
- Width
2.75-inch width fits modern suit lapels and spread-collar shirts.
Why this is supported
The blade's 2.75" width is a modern proportion championed by Italian tailoring houses.
At 2.75 inches, the blade reflects the slim, modern proportion that Italian tailoring houses have championed for the last decade—it pairs naturally with the narrower lapels of contemporary suits and the spread collars of casual shirts, whereas a classic 3.5-inch tie can look dated or too formal.
What Made in Italy means for this tie — modern_italian_width- Back blade finish
Back blade is solid (not striped) for a clean look when the tie flips.
Why this is supported
The back blade typically does not have the pattern repeated; it's usually a solid or tonal finish.
Is the stripe pattern woven or printed? Does the pattern repeat on the back blade?- Care
Dry cleaning recommended to preserve fabric and shape.
Why this is supported
Dry cleaning is recommended for this cotton-silk blend tie. The Q&A advises:
For cotton-silk blend ties, dry cleaning is generally recommended to preserve the fabric and shape.
Can this tie be dry cleaned only, or is it hand-washable? Recommended care instructions are missing.- Pattern
Woven-in pattern stays vibrant through wear and cleaning.
Why this is supported
The stripe pattern is
The stripe pattern is most likely woven into the fabric, as is standard for high-quality silk and cotton blend ties.
Is the stripe pattern woven or printed? Does the pattern repeat on the back blade?This woven construction ensures the pattern won't fade or crack with wear and cleaning.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A rolled men's necktie shown from a front/top angle; broad pointed tip faces forward with the tie rolled behind it. Fabric has a fine diagonal ribbed texture and repeating diagonal double stripes in navy and off-white on a brown ground.
- Overall shapeTie shown mostly unknotted and rolled from the narrow end into a tight spiral at the left, with the wide pointed tip presented to the front and right.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high) - Fabric textureFine diagonal ribbing visible across the surface, giving a subtle twill appearance with pronounced linear weave lines.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.54 · h 0.46 (high) - Stripe patternDiagonal double-stripe motif: a wider dark navy stripe paired with a thinner off-white stripe running diagonally from upper left to lower right across the tie.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.34 · w 0.52 · h 0.40 (high) - Roll detailTightly rolled narrow end shows multiple visible concentric layers and the same stripe pattern continuing around the roll.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.38 (high) - Tip constructionWide pointed tie tip with crisp angled edges and visible front face of the fabric; tip rests slightly above the surface and casts a small shadow.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.42 · w 0.34 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Minimal studio staging on a light neutral background with soft directional lighting from above-left producing a soft shadow beneath the tie; image framed to center the product with slight cropping of the far left roll edge.
- BackgroundEven light gray background filling the frame, no visible props.
- ShadowingSoft shadow beneath and slightly to the right of the tie tip and roll indicating top-left lighting.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium) - Cropping and framingRoll on the left is near the image left edge and slightly cropped; tie centered horizontally and vertically biased toward lower half of image.
Colors
warm brown· main fabric#5B453Bdark navy· diagonal stripe#24232Coff-white· narrow stripe- Overall shapeTie shown mostly unknotted and rolled from the narrow end into a tight spiral at the left, with the wide pointed tip presented to the front and right.