Le 31
3" Funny Print Trunk Organic Cotton
This is a pair of men's low-rise trunk underwear made from a stretch organic cotton blend jersey. It features an elastic waistband, double-layered front, and a 3-inch inseam. The trunks have an all-over print of skulls, roses, leaves, and the text 'LOVE'S NOT DEAD' on a dark base.
- Material
- Soft and ultra comfortable stretch organic cotton blend jersey
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, loungewear
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Soft and comfortable stretch organic cotton blend trunk briefs with elastic waistband, double layered front, and 3-inch inseam.
Stretch organic cotton blend, elastic waistband, double layered front, 3-inch inseam.
- Material
- Soft and ultra comfortable stretch organic cotton blend jersey
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- casual, loungewear
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Additional Attributes
- Soft and ultra comfortable stretch organic cotton blend jersey
- Elastic waistband
- Double layered at the front
- 3-inch inseam
- Exclusive Le 31 by Simons design
- Designed in Canada
- Organic cotton blend for sustainability
- Stretch fabric for ease of movement
- Trunk silhouette with shorter leg
- Ultra-soft feel against skin
Product Insights
Le 31's 3" Funny Print Trunk, an organic cotton brief priced at $12.99 per pair (cheaper than DTC multi-packs), offers a 3-inch inseam that reduces ride-up under slim clothes but may be too short for tall men or larger thighs, and its flat non-contoured front panel provides gentle compression for a smooth everyday silhouette, though sizing is inconsistent (mediums small, XS large) and cotton can shrink up to 20% if tumble dried; the trunks arrive stiff but soften after one or two washes, the organic cotton is grown without pesticides, but breathability is limited by the double front and spandex; the Love's Not Dead print earns compliments, making them a popular gift choice.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Buyers report inconsistent sizing (mediums small, XS large) and cotton can shrink up to 20% when tumble dried.
- Inseam length
- The 3-inch inseam reduces ride-up under slim clothes but may be too short for tall men or larger thighs.
- Front panel
- Flat, non-contoured front panel provides gentle compression and a smooth silhouette for everyday wear.
- Break-in
- Trunks arrive stiff but become soft after one or two washes.
- Price vs DTC
- At CA$12.99, cheaper per pair than DTC multi-pack organic trunks.
- Material
- 95% organic cotton, 5% spandex; organic fibers grown without pesticides.
- Fit
- 3-inch inseam shorter than DTC's 4-inch standard; double-layer front provides modesty; but sizing inconsistent.
- Design
- Buyers frequently choose these trunks as a gift thanks to the original prints.
- Value
- At $12.99, this trunk is cheaper per unit than organic cotton packs.
- Comfort
- Breathable organic cotton softens after washing; double front adds support.
- Front support
- Flat double-layer panel gives gentle support and modesty for everyday, not contoured lift.
- Softness
- Free of pesticides; initially stiff but softens after first wash.
- Environmental footprint
- Organic cotton grown without synthetic pesticides, conserving water.
- Care
- Wash inside out in cold water, no softener, air dry flat; use mesh bag.
- Shrinkage prevention
- Cold wash and flat drying prevent up to 20% shrinkage from tumble drying.
- Breathability
- Rated somewhat breathable; organic cotton blend lets air through, but double front and spandex limit airflow.
- Print expression
- Love's Not Dead print in four colorways earns compliments and makes a personal statement.
Product record
- Title
- 3" Funny Print Trunk Organic Cotton
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 20 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the print holds up over time
- Turning the trunk inside out before washing reduces friction between the printed surface and other garments or the machine drum, which minimizes the micro-abrasion that causes print cracking and peeling over time.
- Skipping fabric softener when washing these trunks prevents the softening agents from degrading the printed design's adhesion and color vibrancy, keeping the funny print bold after repeated washes.
- Air drying these trunks instead of using a dryer, even on low heat, eliminates the heat stress that can crack or fade the print, giving the organic cotton-blend fabric a gentler dry that extends the print's vibrant life.
Fit and support for everyday wear
- The 3-inch inseam places the leg opening at mid-thigh, short enough to stay hidden under most shorts but long enough to prevent the fabric from riding up with casual movement — the standard trunk length that bridges the gap between briefs and boxers.
- The front is a flat double-layer panel, not a shaped contour pouch, so it delivers gentle compression and modesty rather than anatomical separation — better suited for all-day comfort and a smooth silhouette under trousers than for high-impact athletic support.
Price and quality vs similar organic trunks
- The 'funny print' design introduces a novelty element absent from solid-colored DTC basics lines; at the same base price as solids, it adds a gifting-friendly or personal-expression dimension to an otherwise function-first category, without the premium that patterned trunks often command from specialty brands.
- Unlike the multi-pack requirement that dominates online organic cotton brands, this trunk is sold individually, giving a buyer the freedom to try the brand, fit, and print without committing to three pairs — a flexibility that lowers the risk of ending up with a drawer of ill-fitting underwear, and at the sale price, costs less than a single pair from most DTC bundles.
- With a 3-inch inseam, this trunk is intentionally shorter than the 4-inch length that has become the de facto standard among DTC organic cotton trunks (Quince's 4-inch model is a direct benchmark), giving it a more compact profile that reduces leg ride-up for slim fits and feels closer in coverage to a classic brief without giving up the trunk silhouette.
- At the promotional price of CA$12.99, this single trunk costs less in Canadian dollars than the per-pair cost of Quince's 3-pack at US$39.90 (roughly US$13.30 each), making it the most affordable entry into organic cotton underwear currently available from a known retailer — no multi-pack commitment required.
Organic cotton blend and stretch comfort
- Designed in Canada as an exclusive for Simons, this trunk carries the design sensibilities of a department store recognized for its fashion-forward yet accessible curation — it is a step above generic white-label basics.
- The organic cotton used is cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, yielding a fiber that is naturally softer and less likely to irritate the skin — a meaningful upgrade for underwear that sits against the body all day.
Long-term care for organic cotton trunks
- Washing these trunks only with other lightweight synthetics or cotton items — and keeping them separate from rough fabrics like denim — reduces the fiber-on-fiber friction that causes pilling and accelerates wear on the soft cotton jersey surface.
- Laying the trunks flat to air-dry indoors, rather than machine-drying or hanging, avoids the up to 20% cumulative shrinkage that repeated tumble dryer cycles can cause in cotton fibers and prevents heat-induced degradation of the elastane, preserving the 3-inch inseam length and overall fit over the long term.
- Turning the trunks inside out before washing shields the outer printed surface from direct abrasion, preventing the pilling that can make printed cotton blend fabrics look worn before the garment is structurally spent.
- Washing these trunks inside a mesh laundry bag limits the mechanical friction that causes surface pilling and fiber breakdown, extending the garment's lifespan by protecting both the cotton and the elastic core from abrasive wear.
- Washing the trunks soon after wear, rather than letting them sit in a laundry pile, prevents body oils and sweat from weakening the cotton fibers and the elastane's polymer bonds over time, preserving the fabric's original softness and stretch retention.
- Fabric softeners deposit a waxy residue that coats fibers, diminishing the organic cotton's natural breathability and the elastane's moisture-wicking and stretch recovery — skipping softener keeps the fabric feeling fresher and preserves the elastic waistband's resilience over many washes.
- Gently rolling the wet trunks in a dry towel to squeeze out excess water — instead of wringing or twisting — protects the elastane's elastic memory and prevents permanent deformation of the fabric structure, which is especially important for maintaining the double-layered front's shape and support.
- A mild, pH-neutral liquid detergent free of chlorine bleach and optical brighteners preserves the strength of both the organic cotton fibers and the polyurethane-based elastane; chlorine bleach attacks the polyurethane structure of elastane, causing brittleness, fiber breakage, and yellowing that shortens the trunk's wearable life.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Pair of black trunks with an elasticated waistband, short leg length, and an all-over small repeating print of white skulls, red roses, green leaves, and short white text motifs. Model is wearing the trunks and pulling the waistband slightly outward on one side.
- SilhouetteLow-rise trunk silhouette with short legs and a straight hem across the upper thigh; elastic waistband sits below the navel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high) - WaistbandWide elastic waistband in a solid darker tone than the trunk body, smooth finish, folded slightly outward where the model grips it.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Main fabric colorTrunk body appears as a solid dark black background fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.64 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high) - Print motif - skullsSmall white skull graphic repeated across the trunk body in a regular scattered pattern.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.68 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.70 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high) - Print motif - rosesSmall red rose graphics with accompanying green leaves repeated across the trunk body.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.68 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.69 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high) - Print motif - text“Short white text printed repeatedly on the fabric; individual instance legible as LOVE'S NOT DEAD on multiple repeats.”
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.05 (medium); x 0.50 · y 0.71 · w 0.18 · h 0.05 (medium) - Leg hemStraight stitched leg hems with a narrow seam; one hem shows a small contrasting red stitch detail along edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.74 · w 0.64 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a male model from mid-thigh to above the head against a plain dark backdrop; even soft lighting with mild shadowing; model pulls waistband with both hands exposing waistband interior; torso and arms are visible and show a chest tattoo and necklace.
- Model poseMale model facing slightly to the viewer's left, smiling, both hands gripping and pulling the waistband outward; torso centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (medium) - Background and lightingUniform dark neutral background with soft, even studio lighting producing gentle shadows on the model's musculature.
- Visible non-product text“XXI VII XVII”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.05 (high) - Accessories on modelSmall pendant necklace centered on the upper chest.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.14 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Image cropFull torso and head of model included; lower legs are cropped out of frame.
Colors
black· trunk body#1B1A1Ewhite· skull printdeep red· rose printforest green· leaf print- SilhouetteLow-rise trunk silhouette with short legs and a straight hem across the upper thigh; elastic waistband sits below the navel.
- 02
Product
Right-side view of a male model wearing dark patterned trunks with a low-rise elastic waistband; fabric shows a repeat print of small white skulls, red roses with green leaves, and short white text lines.
- Overall silhouetteLow-rise fitted trunk brief visible on the model's hips and upper thighs, with a short leg length and snug stretch fit against the body.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.62 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high) - WaistbandSingle-layer wide elastic waistband in the same dark color as the trunk body, sitting low on the hips with no visible logo or contrasting trim.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.61 · w 0.70 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric finishMatte knit fabric with a smooth surface and slight stretch; seams at the leg hem and side panel visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.76 · h 0.22 (high) - Print motif - skullsSmall white stylized skull icons repeated across the trunk body.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.72 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high) - Print motif - roses and leavesSmall red rose illustrations with green leaves interspersed between skulls across the fabric.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.75 · w 0.08 · h 0.07 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.78 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high) - Printed text on fabric“LOVES NOT DEAD”
1 region
x 0.51 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Side seam and leg hemVisible side seam at the outer hip and a folded hem at the bottom of the short leg opening.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.75 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the upper thighs and torso of a male model against a plain neutral background; soft even lighting with shallow shadows and a cropped composition excluding the model's face.
- Model cropping and poseImage cropped at the neck and mid-thigh; model stands in three-quarter turn with right hand on hip and left arm relaxed, exposing the right-side view of the trunks.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth neutral off-white or very light beige backdrop with no visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting from the front-left producing gentle shadows that define musculature and the garment's folds.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear focus on the trunks and model skin texture; colors and small print are legible.
Colors
very dark navy· trunk body#1B1A1Dmedium red· rose motifsmedium green· leaf motifsbright white· skull and printed text- Overall silhouetteLow-rise fitted trunk brief visible on the model's hips and upper thighs, with a short leg length and snug stretch fit against the body.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a male model wearing black fitted trunks with an allover small-scale print of white skulls, red roses with green leaves, and repeated white text 'LOVE'S NOT DEAD'. A solid black elastic waistband is visible at the top of the trunks.
- View and fitRear-facing view of fitted trunks worn by a model; trunks sit at the natural waist and cover the upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high) - WaistbandSolid black elastic waistband with a slightly denser matte texture than the body fabric.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.59 · w 0.68 · h 0.06 (high) - Main fabric colorPrimary fabric of the trunks is black and serves as the background for the printed pattern.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.62 · w 0.72 · h 0.30 (high) - Skull motifSmall white skull icons repeatedly printed across the fabric; skulls are simple, frontal silhouettes with eye sockets and teeth detail.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.66 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.74 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (medium) - Rose motifSmall red rose graphics with green leaves scattered across the trunks; roses are solid red with simple petal shapes.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.70 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.78 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (medium) - Leaf detailSmall solid green leaf clusters accompany some rose motifs and appear as two- or three-leaf groups.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.70 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high) - Printed text“LOVE'S NOT DEAD”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.04 (high) - Hem and leg openingsShort leg length with narrow stitched hem visible at the leg openings; hem sits flat against the upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.84 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the rear on a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and slight shadowing under the model. Image is cropped to show torso to upper legs; no packaging or props are visible.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing around the model.
- Shot compositionCentered composition cropping the model at mid-neck above and just below the upper thighs; trunks and lower back are the focal area.
- Model presenceMale model shown from the rear with arms relaxed at sides; hands and forearms partially visible on left and right edges.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with visible skin texture and clear print details on the fabric.
Colors
black· main fabric#0D0D0Edeep black· waistband#151315white· skull printrose red· rose print#92634Dleaf green· leaf print- View and fitRear-facing view of fitted trunks worn by a model; trunks sit at the natural waist and cover the upper thighs.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
31 total31 reviews · out of 5
boxeur
très confortable et léger
:)
Super design, mais un peu court pour les grands hommes à bonnes cuisses.
J'ai tout retourné
Même raison que précédent
Parfait
Beaux petits motifs, un peu raide mais toujours apprécié par la personne à qui elle est destinée (le modèle)
3-in cotton shorts
Super soft fit great
Parfait
Parfait
Parfait
Elle sont parfaite
Beaux boxers
Très beaux mais un peu petits pour des médium
Correct
Correct
Satisfied
Looks great, fits great
XS is still too big
The XS should fit more snugly around the thigh.
Confort
Excellent fit ajusté et confortable. Motifs originaux!
Festif!
Un peu raide, en espérant qu’il gagne en souplesse
Confortable, bonne coupe
Confortable, bonne coupe
Repurchase
Second time that I've purchased for my partner. He loves.
Très bien
Très bien
Parfait pour l’été
Parfait pour l’été
Ok
Ok
Mon conjoint les aime beaucoup
Beaux et de qualité. Super confortable.
Naine pas ce produit
Mon mari aimait bien le boxer court le 31 athlétique celui avec les bandes colorées sur les côtés. La ceinture était également faite de coton et les cuisses étaient plus serrées. Mieux adaptées.... c'est la même raison du retour pour les 6. Merci de vous informer.
Super confortable
On l’achèterait à nouveau
Parfait
Bon tissus, grandeur parfaite, belle couleur
Appréciation
Cadeau de bas de Noël
Comfortable
Bought as kind of a gag gift but the recipient says they are soft and comfortable.
Confortable.
Très confortable.
Perfect Size
This underwear fits well in me.
Not really XS
The XS briefs are not fitting well. Too big
So comfy and light
These underwear have enough support without being constricted, and are somewhat breathable.
comfortable
soft and comfortable
Très belle qualité et beau
Très belle qualité et beau tissus
Def Recommend
Purchased for my partner. They are super comfortable according to him. They feel super soft to me. Will be purchasing more.
Q&A
3 answered- How does the sizing compare to other brands? Should I size up or down?
- We don't have exact comparisons, but based on general knowledge of the brand, Le 31 trunks typically fit true to size. We recommend referring to the size chart on our product page for detailed measurements. Most customers find their usual size fits well.
- Does the organic cotton shrink in the wash? What is the recommended washing method to minimize shrinkage?
- Organic cotton can shrink if exposed to high heat. To minimize shrinkage, we recommend washing in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble drying on low heat or laying flat to dry. The garment's care label will provide the best guidance for your specific item.
- Does the double layered front provide extra support or is it primarily for modesty?
- The double layered front design provides both additional support and modesty. It offers a bit more coverage and structure at the front, which many customers appreciate for comfort and confidence.