Le 31
Flecked Recycled Wool-Blend Socks
These crew socks from Le 31 by Simons are designed in Canada, made in Portugal, and knit from a stretch recycled wool blend (57% recycled wool, 22% recycled polyamide, 19% viscose, 1% polyester, 1% spandex) with elastic edging. They feature a ribbed, flecked pattern, come in one size, and meet the Vision program's criteria for reduced-impact materials. Customer reviews rate them 4.6 out of 5, describing them as warm, soft, comfortable, and a great fit.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 57% recycled wool, 22% recycled polyamide, 19% viscose, 1% polyester, 1% spandex
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Product Insights
Le 31's Flecked Recycled Wool-Blend Socks offer a sustainable, high-performance alternative to budget socks, delivering 57% recycled wool—over four times the wool content of similarly priced options—for warmth, moisture-wicking, and breathability in winter boots, plus viscose for rich color and silk-like softness that prevents itch. Made in Portugal under EU labor and environmental standards, the blend of recycled wool and plant-based viscose creates a flecked pattern without new dyes, ensuring color fastness. The main tradeoff: while viscose and hand washing minimize pilling, the flecked pattern effectively hides any that forms.
Verified claims
- Color vibrancy
- Viscose amplifies dye saturation for richer color.
- Comfort
- The 19% viscose wicks moisture and breathes better than cotton to keep feet drier, and reviewers note the socks feel soft rather than itchy.
- Sustainable
- The flecked pattern comes from blending recycled wool batches that retain their original dyes, so no new dyes are added; the viscose is plant-based, and the socks are made in Portugal under EU standards.
- Value
- At $22 CAD, delivers 57% recycled wool—more than four times the wool content of similarly priced socks.
- Material
- 57% recycled wool, 22% recycled polyamide – out-blends budget competitors' high-acrylic blends.
- Production
- Made in Portugal's skilled textile corridor under EU labor/environmental standards, designed in Canada.
- Craftsmanship
- Portugal's integrated supply chain and skilled workforce deliver consistent sock construction.
- Sustainability
- Made under EU environmental rules and circular economy frameworks supporting recycled wool.
- Labor standards
- Made in Portugal under EU labor laws that cover worker welfare, providing stronger worker protections than unregulated textile production.
- Pilling
- Viscose and hand washing minimize pilling; flecked pattern hides any that forms.
- Warmth
- 57% recycled wool insulates and wicks moisture for winter boots.
- Breathability
- 19% viscose wicks moisture and breathes better than cotton.
- High arches and calves
- Stretch knit and elastic edging comfortably accommodate high arches and larger calves.
- Boot retention
- Stretch knit and elastic edging keep socks in place inside boots.
- Shape retention
- The 22% recycled polyamide and 1% spandex add stretch and durability, helping the socks hold their shape and stand up to daily wear.
- One-size fit
- ONE SIZE socks fit a broad range of foot sizes with consistent construction across pairs.
- Recycled wool value comparison
- At CA$22, these socks deliver 57% recycled wool plus recycled polyamide—far more natural fiber than the similarly priced Thought Ryleigh (10% wool, 65% recycled acrylic, about CA$17) and the pricier Solmate Performance Wool Sock (14% recycled merino, about CA$35).
- Recycled wool maturity
- Wool is the most recycled apparel fiber globally, with a commercial recycling heritage of more than 200 years, so these socks are part of a proven circular system rather than a speculative sustainability claim.
Product record
- Title
- Flecked Recycled Wool-Blend Socks
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 22 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.6 stars, 22 reviews, scale 5
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Flat-laid pair of ribbed, flecked knit socks shown from the top/side; visible cuff, leg, heel, instep and toe with a vertical rib knit and scattered lighter flecks.
- Overall layoutTwo socks laid overlapping: one sock is stacked on top of the other with both toes aligned toward the lower-right corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.78 · h 0.94 (medium) - Cuff constructionTop cuff is a folded ribbed band with vertical 2x2 style ribs, thicker knit than the leg body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Leg and instep knitLeg and instep show a vertical rib knit pattern running lengthwise from cuff to toe with visible raised ribs and narrower channels between ribs.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.62 · h 0.60 (high) - Heel shapingHeel area is visible as a subtly curved, reinforced knit section where the sock narrows before the foot, matching the same flecked yarn.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.54 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (medium) - Toe constructionRounded toe with a visible seam/closure line across the tip where stitch direction changes, knit density appears slightly tighter.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.72 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high) - Flecked yarnYarn contains small contrasting flecks dispersed across the sock surface; most flecks are light (near-white) with occasional lighter teal or blue flecks.
3 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.64 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (medium) - Material appearanceThick, slightly fuzzy knit texture suggesting a wool-blend or heavy yarn; surface shows small fibre halos and soft matte finish.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.68 · h 0.72 (high)
Other
Simple studio flat-lay photograph on a pale neutral background with soft even lighting and faint drop shadow; image is tightly cropped around the socks with minimal negative space on the left and top.
- Background and stagingProduct photographed flat on a smooth, pale gray background with no props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting from above with soft shadows visible along the lower-right edges of the socks.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.70 · w 0.46 · h 0.26 (medium) - Image cropTop-left cuff of the upper sock is slightly cropped by the image edge.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (high)
Colors
dark forest green· main knitnear white flecks· flecksteal flecks· flecks- Overall layoutTwo socks laid overlapping: one sock is stacked on top of the other with both toes aligned toward the lower-right corner of the image.
- 02
Product
A flat-laid pair of dark green knit crew socks with visible ribbed cuff, knit texture, heel shaping and white flecked yarn throughout. The socks are overlapped with one sock slightly on top of the other, showing toe and instep areas.
- Overall silhouetteTwo full-length crew socks shown flat and overlapping; toes point down and cuffs are at the top of the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Cuff constructionElastic ribbed cuff at the top with vertical ribs about a short cuff height above the leg section.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit textureThick vertical rib knit pattern runs along the leg and foot, visible as regular narrow raised ribs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (high) - Heel shapingVisible heel area with slightly curved seam shaping on the left sock (viewer left) where the foot meets the leg.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (medium) - Toe seamRounded toe with a visible knit seam across the toe area on both socks.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.70 · w 0.46 · h 0.28 (high) - Flecked yarnSmall contrasting lighter flecks distributed across the socks, appearing irregularly over the green knit.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.80 (high)
Other
Studio-style flat-lay photograph on a pale neutral background with even lighting and a soft shadow below the socks; image is centered and cropped with full socks visible.
- Background and stagingPlain pale grey background with the socks placed flat on it; no packaging or props visible.
- CompositionSocks arranged overlapping with the right sock placed slightly on top of the left sock; image framed to show entire product.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven soft lighting with a subtle soft shadow visible beneath the socks toward the lower left.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (medium)
Colors
deep forest green· main bodyoff-white speckles· flecks- Overall silhouetteTwo full-length crew socks shown flat and overlapping; toes point down and cuffs are at the top of the image.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
22 total22 reviews · out of 5
Bas de semaine
Un peu serrés mais vont se détendre à l’usage
Great socks
Nice and warm, well made. That is all…
Warm wool socks
These look and feel good.
La chaussette laine recyclée mouchetée
Je les aime
trouées
Belles, douces et de belle laine, mais problème de mailles qui filent : chaussettes trouées à l'intérieur et à l'extérieur de chaque cheville. Je dois les raccomoder pour m'éviter un retour de marchandise.
belle qualité
extra pour bas de Noel
Chaussette
Excellent
Cozy, warm
Majority of these types of socks feel itchy not these!
Chaussette de laine
Garde les pieds au chaud
Un bas qui nous fait sentir la laine!
Légèrement piquant. Autrement, c'est correct.
Confortables
Très jolies chaussettes, motifs passe-partout, moelleuses et confortables.
bas
très bonne qualité
Parfait
Parfait
warm and soft
They're socks, so they have two jobs (fit and be comfortable). These do both :)
Mélange de laine recyclée
L’épaisseur de la matière est confortable.
Chaussette
Belles .
Great fit and feel
Great fit and feel
I like a good woollen sock
These will Shirley be among my new favourites when rummaging the drawer for the day’s sock selection.
très bien
très bien
Warm and comfy
Socks are easy to put on and pull off. They’re toasty without being so bulky that they affect the fit of my boots. Great color also.
Répond aux attentes
Chaudes
Jolies et environnementales
Jolies et environnementales