Le 31
Shimmery Thread Dress Socks
The Shimmery Thread Dress Socks by Le 31 by Simons are a pair of black fine-knit dress socks made in Portugal from a viscose-nylon blend accented throughout the leg and foot with a fine metallic shimmer thread. They feature a ribbed elastic top band for a stay-up fit, a shaped heel, and a rounded toe with visible seam stitching, and are intended for wear with dress shoes in business, formal, and everyday settings. Size options and care instructions are not stated in the available product information.
- Material
- viscose-nylon blend accented by a shimmery metallic thread
- Style
- formal, business, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Specifications
Fine-knit dress socks with a shimmery metallic thread accent and elastic edging.
Fine knit in a viscose-nylon blend accented by a shimmery metallic thread; elastic edging for a secure fit.
- Material
- viscose-nylon blend accented by a shimmery metallic thread
- Secondary
- nylon
- Style
- formal, business, smart-casual
- Occasion
- work, business-casual, formal
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Additional Attributes
- fine knit construction
- viscose-nylon blend
- shimmery metallic thread accent
- elastic edging
- made in Portugal
- designed in Canada
- exclusive Le 31 by Simons design
- dress sock silhouette
Product Insights
Shimmery Thread Dress Socks Fine knit blend: 57% viscose, 26% polyamide, 16% metallized polyester, 1% Lycra. Viscose-rich knit feels soft and smooth against the skin, with lower friction than many cellulosic fibres. Machine wash, do not bleach, lay flat to dry, and do not iron or press. Soft viscose and delicate metallic thread require gentle care and may not match athletic durability. At 19 CAD, these offer an accessible way to add a subtle metallic accent to formal wear.
Verified claims
- sizing
- One size fits most, with no length or width options.
- construction
- Elastic edging at the cuff holds the sock up with gentle tension rather than a tight compression band.
- material
- Fine knit blend: 57% viscose, 26% polyamide, 16% metallized polyester, 1% Lycra.
- comfort
- Viscose-rich knit feels soft and smooth against the skin, with lower friction than many cellulosic fibres.
- moisture_management
- Viscose absorbs and wicks moisture to help keep feet dry during a long day.
- durability
- Nylon and Lycra improve strength and shape retention, but the viscose-rich blend may wear sooner than a cotton-heavy sock.
- care
- Machine wash, do not bleach, lay flat to dry, and do not iron or press.
- care
- Turn socks inside out and use a mesh laundry bag to protect the metallic yarn from snags.
- styling
- Subtle all-over shimmer in a black base makes these a dressy accent for formal or business outfits.
- use_cases
- Best for dress shoes, office wear, and formal occasions; not intended as athletic or heavy-duty socks.
- value
- At 19 CAD, these offer an accessible way to add a subtle metallic accent to formal wear.
- construction
- Fine-gauge knit with a shaped heel, rounded toe, and smooth leg.
- brand_heritage
- Exclusive Le 31 by Simons, designed in Canada and made in Portugal.
- material_behavior
- Metallic thread is blended throughout the knit, creating an even all-over shimmer rather than a single stripe.
- fit
- One size may be snug for very wide feet or larger calves.
- comfort
- Lower skin friction may help reduce irritation and blisters in sweaty dress shoes.
- tradeoff
- Soft viscose and delicate metallic thread require gentle care and may not match athletic durability.
- comparison
- Compared to cotton dress socks, this viscose blend absorbs more moisture and feels smoother, but may be less abrasion-resistant.
- care
- Do not iron or press; heat can damage the metallic thread and dull the shimmer.
- care
- If ironing is absolutely necessary, use the lowest setting with no steam.
Product record
- Title
- Shimmery Thread Dress Socks
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Shimmery Thread Dress Socks: Choose this if you want dress socks with a subtle metallic shimmer, worked in a fine knit of viscose and polyamide (57% viscose, 26% polyamide, 16% metallized polyester, 1% lycra) with elastic edging and a ribbed cuff. The single variant comes in one size in Patterned Black, from a Le 31 style designed in Canada and made in Portugal.[1,2] | Minimalist Dress Socks: Choose these if you want thin, breathable dress socks for office days, formal events, and warm weather — reviewers report the sheer organic cotton weave keeps feet dry and the slim true-black profile slips invisibly into dress shoes, with elastic that holds all day. They're knit from 80 percent organic cotton, 18 percent polyamide, and 2 percent elastane, offered in one size across a wide range of colors, and are reported to hold shape and color through repeated washes. Be aware they're thin by design with no cushioning, the cuff can feel tight on larger calves or feet, and some customers received a noticeably different shade than shown online.[3] | Pin Dot Dress Socks: Choose this if you want long dress socks with a subtle pin-dot pattern in a fine, ultra-comfortable stretch knit of organic cotton and nylon (84% organic cotton, 14% polyamide, 2% spandex), held up by a wide ribbed elastic band at the cuff. They come in Light Brown, Khaki/Sage/Olive, and Navy/Midnight Blue colorways as a Le 31 exclusive designed in Canada and made in Portugal. Note they are offered in a one-size option only.[4,5] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Pair of black dress socks shown flat with a subtle all-over metallic shimmer and a small white brand wordmark on the sole. Visible ribbed cuff and toe/heel shaping with a smooth knit leg and foot.
- Overall shapeTwo socks laid flat, one slightly overlapping the other at the toe area, showing full leg, heel and toe outlines.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.94 (high) - CuffStraight, folded-top cuff with a fine ribbed texture visible at the very top of the leg.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high) - Knit textureSmooth knit fabric with evenly distributed fine metallic shimmer threads throughout the leg and foot.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.15 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high) - Toe and heel constructionVisible shaped heel cup and rounded toe with stitch lines apparent near the toe seam.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.64 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (high) - Brand wordmark on sole“simons”
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Flat-lay studio shot on a pale neutral background with soft, even lighting producing minimal shadows; image crop includes whole socks with small margin.
- Background and stagingLight gray neutral background with the socks centered and no props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft even lighting with faint diffuse shadow under the socks on the lower left and right edges.
- Shot compositionTop-down flat-lay view showing front-facing faces of the socks; one sock is slightly offset to reveal overlap.
Colors
black with silver shimmer· main fabricmetallic silver· metallic threadswhite· sole wordmark- Overall shapeTwo socks laid flat, one slightly overlapping the other at the toe area, showing full leg, heel and toe outlines.