Le 31
Varsity Stripe Tie Exclusive Collection From Italy
The Varsity Stripe Tie is a 100% silk necktie from the Le 31 by Simons exclusive collection, designed in Canada and manufactured in Italy. It features a modern 2.75-inch (7 cm) width and a navy ground with diagonal varsity stripes in red, green, and yellow. This tie is intended for formal and business wear, serving as a classic accessory for suits and dress shirts.
- Material
- 100% silk fabric
- Gender
- male
- Style
- modern, preppy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Color
Size
Specifications
Silk tie with varsity stripe pattern, modern width, made in Italy.
100% silk, 2.75-inch width, made in Italy, exclusive design from Canada
- Material
- 100% silk fabric
- Style
- modern, preppy
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Additional Attributes
- 100% silk fabric
- Modern style, 2.75" (7 cm) wide
- Made in Italy
- Designed in Canada
- Exclusive collection from Italy
- Varsity stripe pattern
- Le 31 by Simons
- Silk tie
Product Insights
The Le 31 Varsity Stripe Tie combines a prep‑derived 1880 Exeter College rowing pattern with a 2.75‑inch width that flatters slim builds and works from smart‑casual to formal, pairing naturally with navy blazers, button‑down shirts, and slim lapels under three inches. Its core tradeoff is the requirement of a four‑in‑hand knot to achieve a clean silhouette, and at $99 CAD it undercuts comparable Italian silk ties from Brooks Brothers. Dry cleaning is recommended to preserve the silk fabric's quality.
- Style pairing
Varsity stripe tie pairs with navy blazers and button-down shirts.
Why this is supported
A style guide states this tie is
Best for: Navy Blazers, Tweed Sport Coats, Button Down Collar Shirts
tie-a-tie.netThis pairing directly complements the slim lapels found on modern blazers, providing a classic Ivy League prep look.
- Slim fit
2.75-inch width flatters slim builds without being fashion-skinny.
Why this is supported
Slimmer builds can wear both standard and narrow width ties.
thetiebar.comTie widths between 2.75 and 3.25 inches are currently in style and considered a classic choice rather than a passing trend.
thetiebar.comSkinny: 2½" wide
thetiebar.comModern: 3" wide
thetiebar.com, so it reads as intentionally slim but not fashion-skinny. Unlike traditional 3.5-inch repp ties, it avoids adding bulk to the chest, making it more flattering for slim individuals.
- Lapel pairing
Pairs well with slim lapels under 3 inches.
Why this is supported
Slim lapels work best with narrower ties of between 2.5 - 2.75 inches.
thetiebar.comThis tie's 2.75-inch blade fits that range, creating a cohesive visual unit with slim lapels.
- Knot
A four-in-hand knot is required for a clean silhouette with the 2.75-inch blade.
Why this is supported
The tie's 2.75-inch width is narrower than the classic 3-inch standard for formal ties—
Classic 3 inch wide ties are the safest choice for interviews, business settings, and formal events like weddings because they transcend fashion trends.
thetiebar.com—and pairs best with slim lapels, as
Slim lapels work best with narrower ties of between 2.5 - 2.75 inches.
thetiebar.comThis width demands a four-in-hand knot to avoid bunching the fabric. The four-in-hand knot also ties back to the pattern's heritage: the varsity stripe originated in 1880 when Oxford rowers tied boater ribbons as neckwear,
In 1880, the Exeter College Eight rowing team at the University of Oxford took the red and black ribbons from their straw boaters and tied them around their necks after a race.
hewore.commaking the four-in-hand the most historically appropriate choice.
- Width
The 2.75-inch width is within the classic range and safe for formal events.
Why this is supported
The tie's 2.75-inch width sits at the entry of the classic range.
Tie widths between 2.75 and 3.25 inches are currently in style and considered a classic choice
thetiebar.comWhile the most recommended formal width is 3 inches, the 0.25 inch difference is negligible, as
Classic 3 inch wide ties are the safest choice for interviews, business settings, and formal events like weddings
thetiebar.comso this width remains safe for formal wear while feeling slightly more current.
- Pattern
Varsity stripes are prep‑derived and, with the 2.75‑inch width, work from smart‑casual to formal.
Why this is supported
The varsity stripe pattern traces its origins to Oxford rowing ribbons:
In 1880, the Exeter College Eight rowing team at the University of Oxford took the red and black ribbons from their straw boaters and tied them around their necks after a race. That improvised gesture is considered the founding moment of the civilian stripe tie
hewore.comThis prep heritage, combined with the modern width, makes the tie suitable for dress codes from smart-casual to formal.
Best for: Navy Blazers, Tweed Sport Coats, Button Down Collar Shirts
tie-a-tie.net— classic combinations that span formality levels.
- Heritage
Pattern rooted in 1880 Exeter College rowing; exclusive Simon's design.
Why this is supported
The varsity stripe pattern originates from the Exeter College rowing team at Oxford University in 1880, who
took the red and black ribbons from their straw boaters and tied them around their necks after a race
hewore.com. This tie is further distinguished by being
an exclusive designed in Canada
lyst.com.
- Value
At $99 CAD, it undercuts Brooks Brothers' $118–$148 USD Italian silk ties.
Why this is supported
At $99 CAD, this tie undercuts Brooks Brothers' Italian silk ties, which are priced at $118 to $148 USD:
Silk Oxford-Weave Stripe Tie $118.00
brooksbrothers.comFormal Silk Satin Tie $148.00
brooksbrothers.comAll three ties are 100% silk and made in Italy, confirming a comparable baseline.
This tie is comparably less expensive than Brooks Brothers Italian silk ties, which are
3 ¼" width
brooksbrothers.comand priced at
, while this tie is $99 CAD. The width difference (2.75 vs. 3.25 inches) keeps it modern while costing less.
- Care
Dry cleaning recommended to preserve the silk fabric's quality.
Why this is supported
The manufacturer recommends dry cleaning for 100% silk ties, as confirmed by the product's Q&A:
For 100% silk ties, we generally recommend dry cleaning to maintain the fabric's quality.
What are the recommended care instructions for this silk tie?
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A rolled necktie shown front-on with the wide blade visible; navy woven ground with diagonal varsity-style stripes in red, green and thin yellow, and a visible rolled tail at left.
- Overall shapeTie shown partially unrolled with the wide blade facing forward and the remainder tightly rolled into a spiral at the left side of the image.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.64 (high) - Main fabric textureClose-up visible fine woven texture with a slight diagonal rib or basketweave appearance on the navy ground.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (high) - Diagonal stripe patternRepeating diagonal stripes: a wide solid red stripe edged by a thin yellow stripe and a narrower dark green stripe adjacent to the yellow, all running from upper-left to lower-right across the blade.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - Rolled tail detailLeft side shows the tie rolled into a tight spiral with alternating visible rings of navy and stripe colors.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.51 (high) - Tip geometryThe visible blade tip is a classic pointed tie tip with a symmetrical V-like point at the end.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.42 · w 0.42 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a pale neutral background with soft directional lighting from above-left producing a soft shadow beneath the tie; image is closely cropped with the tie centered and no props.
- Background and stagingFlat pale gray background with no visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shadow and lightingSoft shadow below and slightly right of the tie indicating a light source from upper-left; highlights on woven texture are subtle.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (medium) - Shot compositionFront-facing product shot centered in frame with the rolled end to the left and blade tip toward the front-right quadrant.
Colors
navy blue· main field#242B3Bdeep red· wide diagonal stripeforest green· narrow stripe adjacent to redgolden yellow· thin border stripe- Overall shapeTie shown partially unrolled with the wide blade facing forward and the remainder tightly rolled into a spiral at the left side of the image.