Le 31
Coloured Dress Socks
Le 31 by Simons Coloured Dress Socks are a pair of dress socks designed for formal and business use, crafted in Portugal from a soft, stretch mercerized cotton blend. They feature an elastic edging and a ribbed cuff, as shown in the medium heather grey colorway with a darker heather grey cuff. The socks have a smooth fine knit and a visible toe seam.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 98% mercerised cotton, 2% elastane
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Product Insights
Le 31 Coloured Dress Socks are a $16 CAD, in-stock, 36-review one-size mid-calf dress sock built from 98% mercerised cotton and 2% elastane plated so cotton sits against the skin: the mercerisation yields a specular silk-like luster, deeper dye saturation across twelve colourways, and a smooth pill-resistant surface that slips into leather oxfords for a clean trouser break and polished office look, with soft elastane shape retention and a cuff that stays up if eased on. The core promise is low-bulk formal polish and colour choice—five neutrals, two blues, three reds, two earth tones, Black to Salmon/Coral, all same price and in stock—with breathable thin knit comfort for warm-weather weddings and gifting softness, plus Canadian design and Portuguese knitting by a cluster also making medical/compression garments, under Simons family-owned since 1840 and requiring cotton-origin declarations. The main tradeoff is that the single ONE SIZE cannot fit every wearer, with reports of slouching or running small, and the ultra-thin no-cushion build is poor for commuters or all-day standing, leaves feet cold in winter, and has durability risk: holes or unravelling in one to two wears, newer Portugal batches running thinner, rougher, and fraying faster, plus Mossy Green reading more vibrant than photos.
Verified claims
- Material
- 98% mercerised cotton with 2% elastane, plated so the cotton rests against the skin.
- Handfeel
- Crisp surface slides against wool trousers, softens with wear while staying smooth.
- Luster
- Mercerized cotton gives a specular, silk-like luster, and the smoother surface resists pilling.
- Colour depth
- Mercerisation drives dye into the yarn, so the saturated shades carry real depth.
- Shape retention
- Returns to shape after each wear; 2% elastane holds softly rather than compressing.
- Cuff grip
- Elastic edging keeps the cuff up all day if eased on rather than yanked
- Fit
- One size only across all twelve colourways; buyers report pairs that slouch or run small.
- Length
- True mid-calf dress socks that sit well up the leg rather than at the ankle.
- Sizing
- Ships in a single ONE SIZE, identical across all 12 colours; colour is the buyer's only real choice.
- Durability
- Buyers report holes or unravelling within the first one to two wears
- Batch consistency
- Buyers report newer Portugal batches run thinner and rougher, fraying faster.
- Formal wear
- Thin knit disappears in leather oxfords, giving a clean trouser break and a polished office look
- Cushioning
- Deliberately ultra-thin with no underfoot padding; comfort is low-bulk, not cushioned.
- Breathability
- Thin cotton knit keeps feet cool in summer heat but leaves them cold in winter.
- Colour range
- Twelve colourways from Black to Salmon/Coral: five neutrals, two blues, three reds, two earth tones
- Colour accuracy
- Buyers report Mossy Green reads far more vibrant in person than in the product photos.
- Value
- All twelve colourways share the same $16 CAD price and stay in stock, with no cheaper default shade.
- Made in Portugal
- Designed in Canada and knit in Portugal, where knitwear is 40% of national textile exports.
- Manufacturing
- The same Portuguese knitting cluster also produces medical and compression garments to measured tolerances.
- Batch quality
- Recent Portugal-made batches reportedly knit thinner and wear out faster
- Brand heritage
- Le 31 is the house label of Simons, family-owned in Quebec since 1840
- Cotton sourcing
- Simons requires a cotton-origin declaration from exclusive-line suppliers
- Gifting
- Buyers call these a thoughtful gift, as soft as the label's t-shirts.
- Occasions
- Breathable thin cotton keeps feet cool at warm-weather weddings.
- Active use
- A poor fit for commuters or all-day standing, with no cushioning underfoot.
- Cold weather
- A fair-weather sock that leaves feet cold in winter.
- Softness & stretch
- These socks combine mercerized cotton softness with elastane stretch for a comfortable, all-day office fit.
- Combined shades
- Four colourways pair two shade names in one record; either name routes to the same sock.
Product record
- Title
- Coloured Dress Socks
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 16 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 36 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 4 sourcesUses
Polishing off office and formal looks
These dress socks are made for days you're suited up: reviewers describe subdued jewel tones and neutrals that complement suits, and a thin, smooth mercerized cotton knit that sits sleekly inside leather dress shoes and oxfords. The trade-off is the same thin construction — it offers no cushioning for long stretches of standing or walking, and multiple reviewers report holes or fraying within the first few wears, so they suit occasional, low-friction wear better than commutes or active jobs.[1]
Warm-weather weddings and garden parties
For warm-weather occasions like weddings or garden parties, reviewers report these socks' breathable, thin fabric helps keep you cool while the colors add a festive yet tasteful accent to your outfit. The soft, breathable knit is described as thin enough to wear with oxfords for all-day comfort. Note that the same thin knit leaves some feet cold in winter and offers little padding on hard surfaces, so it's best suited to fair-weather wear.[1]
A gift for a style-conscious man
These Le 31 dress socks are reported as a favorite for gifting to a style-conscious man, with reviewers praising their refined appearance. Their reputation for softness is also cited as part of what makes them a thoughtful present.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Coloured Dress Socks: Choose this for dressed-up office days or warm-weather events where a breathable, ultra-thin mercerized cotton blend (98% cotton, 2% elastane) with subdued, suit-friendly colors matters more than cushioning. The soft, sleek knit disappears in leather dress shoes and comes in one size across a wide palette from neutrals to jewel tones. Be aware that reviewers report erratic one-size fit, holes or fraying within the first few wears—especially in recent batches with more synthetics—and no padding, so they're best for occasional, deskbound use rather than heavy walking or winter warmth.[1] | Stretch Ribbed Dress Socks: Choose these if you want classic dress socks with a fine, stretchy vertical rib knit made mostly of organic cotton (79% organic cotton with polyamide and spandex), finished with elastic edging and made in Portugal. They come in one size and a wide color range from Black and Brown to Crimson, Red, and Golden Yellow, suiting both conservative and bolder wardrobes. Note they are only offered in a single one-size fit, which may not suit everyone.[2] | Pin Dot Dress Socks: Choose this if you want crew-length dress socks with a subtle pin-dot texture, made from a fine stretch knit of 84% organic cotton, 14% polyamide, and 2% spandex, with a wide ribbed cuff and a shaped heel. The merchant describes the knit as ultra-comfortable, and the socks are designed in Canada and made in Portugal. They come in one size, in Light Brown, Khaki/Sage/Olive, and Navy/Midnight Blue.[3,4] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A single pair of grey dress socks displayed flat and overlapping, showing ribbed cuffs, smooth knit leg and foot, and visible toe seam.
- Pair layoutTwo socks laid flat and overlapping with one sock slightly offset on top of the other, full length visible from cuff to toe on a flat plane.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - Cuff constructionTop cuff section is ribbed with a tighter knit and appears slightly darker than the rest of the sock.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.02 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high) - Leg and foot knitSmooth, even fine knit texture across the leg and foot sections with a subtle heathered appearance.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.78 · h 0.70 (high) - Toe seamA visible horizontal seam at the toe cap area on each sock, formed by a change in knit direction.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.76 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Seam along footA vertical seam runs along the top of the foot on the sock that is on top, visible as a slightly raised line.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.64 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain white background with soft shadowing under the socks and even frontal lighting.
- BackgroundPlain white background occupying the full image, isolating the product.
- Shadows and lightingSoft shadowing beneath the socks indicating overhead, diffuse lighting; no strong directional highlights.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (medium) - Shot compositionSocks centered in frame with full product visible and minimal cropping.
Colors
medium heather grey· main body#898E92dark heather grey· cuff#696E72- Pair layoutTwo socks laid flat and overlapping with one sock slightly offset on top of the other, full length visible from cuff to toe on a flat plane.
Variants
12 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2199078 | Coloured Dress Socks - Black - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 2199079 | Coloured Dress Socks - Charcoal - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 2199080 | Coloured Dress Socks - Grey - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 2199081 | Coloured Dress Socks - White - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 3000250 | Coloured Dress Socks - Taupe - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 2199082 | Coloured Dress Socks - Fawn/tobacco - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 3000257 | Coloured Dress Socks - Mossy Green - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 2199083 | Coloured Dress Socks - Navy/midnight Blue - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 3923167 | Coloured Dress Socks - Royal/sapphire Blue - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 3923170 | Coloured Dress Socks - Crimson - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 4701967 | Coloured Dress Socks - Raspberry/cherry Red - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
| 3923171 | Coloured Dress Socks - Salmon/coral - One Size | CA$12.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
36 total36 reviews · out of 5
For me, for me, for me. Formidable
Français: Les chaussettes "31" sont aussi douces que leurs t-shirts. Mon épouse me les a offertes comme cadeau à l'avance de La Pâque. Franchement, elles sont merveilleuses. La longueur est mi-mollet, un peu long pour mon goût, mais... à cheval donné on r'garde la bride (99.1 %) English: Those socks from "31" are as soft as their t-shirts. My wife bought them as an early Easter gift. Frankly, they are marvelous. The length are mid-calf, a bit too long for my taste, but still comfortable. (99.1 %)
decoud apres avoir porté 2
decoud apres avoir porté 2 fois
Good quality as expected
Good quality as expected
Il est comme j'ai souhaité.
Il est comme j'ai souhaité.
Moindre qualité
La nouvelle mouture des bas fait au Portugal est de nettement moindre qualité que les précédentes et ne devrait pas durer très longtemps. Le contenu synthétique est plus élevé.
très bein
très bein
As expeced
Very good to excellent quality and style
Lovely thin quality socks
Lovely thin quality socks
Comfy, not too bright colour
Comfy, not too bright colour . Cozy
Bonne qualité
Bonne qualité
Trop minces
Trop minces
Super
Super
belle couleur et beau tissu
belle couleur et beau tissu
Excellent rapport qualité prix dautant
Excellent rapport qualité prix dautant plus que jai payé 5,99$ au lieu de 9,99$. Je vais en profiter pour faire des heureux.
Très grands
Belle qualité mais faits pour des femmes portant du 9
comfortable
comfortable
Beau produit
Beau produit
Matière recherchée
Matière recherchée
10 dollars for socks that
10 dollars for socks that lasted one day befor having a hole in them. First time and last time i shop there.
Satisfait dans l'ensemble
Boxeurs et le trio habillé sont parfaits. Les chaussette colorées j'Aime moins. Couleurs beaucoup plus verte que sur la photo du site.
Belles couleurs et excellente texture
Belles couleurs et excellente texture du tricot
Bas de bonne conception. A
Bas de bonne conception. A porter habillé.
Les couleurs sont neutres et
Les couleurs sont neutres et font mon affaire.
dress socks perfection!
They are the perfect dress socks!
Polo Ralph Lauren socks excellent
Polo Ralph Lauren socks excellent as always. Simons socks huge by inches.
recommended for anyone
recommended for anyone
Pas essayer encore... pour ma
Pas essayer encore... pour ma collection d été.
Made in portugal
My husband loves them. Beautifully made.
Aucune idée... je ne l'ai
Aucune idée... je ne l'ai pas reçu!!!!
great quality socks
great quality socks
super mignons et rafinés
super mignons et rafinés
Bonne qualité
Bonne qualité
Excellent sock
Love the colour.
The quality was thinner than
The quality was thinner than I expected, but overall a good workhorse in my wardrobe.
perfect
perfect
Comfortable, breathable
Comfortable, breathable