Le 31
Ribbed Lambswool Socks
These ribbed lambswool socks, part of the Le 31 by Simons exclusive line, are designed and made in Canada from a lambswool-nylon blend knit. They feature ribbed cuffs for a secure fit and are suitable for everyday wear, providing warmth and comfort. The socks are available in a dark brown heather color as shown in the product images.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- 50% lambswool, 48% nylon, 2% spandex
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Ribbed Lambswool Socks by Le 31 blend first-shear lambswool (28-31 micron) with nylon and spandex for softness, warmth without bulk via natural crimp, and odor resistance, requiring fewer washes, but pilling may occur at heels and toes over time, demanding gentle care like inside-out washing at 30°C and air drying flat to prevent shrinkage.
Verified claims
- Softness
- First-shear 28-31 micron lambswool for a soft, less-itchy feel.
- Warmth
- Natural crimp traps air for warmth without bulk.
- Durability
- Antibacterial lambswool reduces odor and the need for washing; pilling may occur at heel and toe.
- Washing
- Wash inside-out at 30°C with wool detergent and less often due to antibacterial lambswool.
- Drying
- Air dry flat after pressing in towel; never wring or tumble dry.
- Fiber quality
- Blend of 50% lambswool (first shearing, 28-31 micron), 48% nylon, 2% spandex.
- Sizing range
- Fits US men's shoe sizes 6–12, including size 10.5.
- Fit maintenance
- Wash ≤30°C and flat dry to prevent shrinkage; fewer washes needed.
- Pilling
- 48% nylon reduces pilling; lambswool may pill over time.
- Care instructions
- Wash inside out at 30°C, air dry flat, use wool detergent; comb pills as needed.
Product record
- Title
- Ribbed Lambswool Socks
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 22 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care practices to keep them lasting
- A tumble dryer’s combination of heat and agitation felts lambswool almost instantly — the only safe drying method for these socks is to lay them flat on a towel, reshape them while damp, and let them air dry away from radiators and direct sunlight, which protects the elasticity of the 2% spandex and keeps the fit consistent over months of wear.
- Turning the socks inside out before washing ensures the sweat‑contact interior gets the full detergent action while the outer ribbed surface is shielded from friction against other garments — this single step can reduce the surface abrasion that causes pills, particularly important for a blend that will eventually show some pilling on high‑wear zones.
- Wringing twists the wet wool and spandex together in a way that can permanently distort the ribbed cuff and elongate the sock — instead, rolling the socks in a dry towel and pressing firmly removes excess water without stressing the fibres or the knit structure.
- Standard laundry detergents and fabric softeners contain enzymes and conditioning agents that strip lambswool’s protective lanolin and break down the protein structure over time — using a wool‑specific liquid detergent (or mild baby shampoo) preserves the softness of the 50% wool content and helps the socks last beyond a single season.
- Lambswool fibres begin to felt and shrink irreversibly when washed above 30°C, so these socks need a cycle no hotter than 30°C — the delicate/wool setting on a modern machine is calibrated to respect this limit, but the quick‑wash cycle on many machines defaults to 40°C and must be avoided.
- When light pilling eventually appears on the heel or toe, a dedicated fabric comb (also called a cashmere comb) cleanly shears the pills away without pulling at the underlying wool — unlike plucking them by hand, this avoids creating thin patches and keeps the sock surface smooth for many more wears.
- Lambswool’s natural antibacterial properties mean these socks can be worn multiple times before they need a wash — spacing out laundries reduces the cumulative agitation that accelerates pilling, so you can treat the pair as a high‑wear staple without washing them after every use.
What lambswool brings to a sock
- Lambswool is highly valued for its warmth, and the fiber’s well-crimped structure amplifies this by trapping body heat within tiny air pockets — so the sock delivers serious thermal insulation without requiring a thick, padded knit.
- The lambswool used in socks like these typically grades between 28 and 31 microns — a diameter that yields a soft, well-crimped handle without being so thin that it sacrifices durability, making the sock feel plush against the skin while holding up to repeated wear.
- Lambswool’s origin as the first shearing of a roughly seven-month-old sheep gives each fiber a natural, tapered tip, which results in a smoother, more elastic wool that’s less likely to cause irritation — so these socks feel noticeably softer against the skin than typical wool blends.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A pair of dark brown ribbed knit socks laid flat and overlapped, showing cuff, leg, heel, and toe areas with visible vertical ribbing and knit texture.
- Overall presentationTwo socks laid flat, overlapped with one sock slightly on top of the other; both toes point to the lower-right corner of the image.
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x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Cuff and leg ribbingUpper portion shows a wide vertical rib knit (prominent raised ribs) running along the leg and cuff of both socks.
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x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.58 · h 0.36 (high) - Heel shapingVisible heel shaping where the sock curves inward at the ankle; seam lines and change in stitch direction are visible on the left sock area.
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x 0.06 · y 0.52 · w 0.42 · h 0.30 (high) - Toe seamRounded toe area with a faint horizontal seam line at the tip of each sock.
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x 0.46 · y 0.70 · w 0.46 · h 0.26 (high) - Knit textureDense knit texture visible throughout, with fine heathering of slightly lighter fibers within the dark yarn.
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x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.50 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Flat-lay studio shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; image is well lit and fully in focus.
- Shot compositionFlat-lay product shot with socks centered and occupying most of the frame.
- BackgroundSmooth light grey background evenly lit.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - ShadowingSoft diffuse shadow visible mainly to the lower-left of the socks, indicating overhead lighting slightly from the upper-right.
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x 0.00 · y 0.66 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium) - Image qualityHigh resolution, even focus across the product with clear texture detail.
Colors
dark chocolate brown· sock body#3A2D24- Overall presentationTwo socks laid flat, overlapped with one sock slightly on top of the other; both toes point to the lower-right corner of the image.
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Product
A single folded ribbed knit sock in a dark brown color, shown flat with a beige paper belly band wrapped around the mid section. Visible knit texture and rib pattern run vertically along the sock.
- Overall shapeFolded sock shown flat, top of sock (cuff/ankle) visible at upper edge and toe area folded under at lower edge; sock appears long and rectangular when folded.
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x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Knit textureVertical ribbed knit pattern visible across entire sock surface with a slightly fuzzy lambswool-like texture.
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x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.64 · h 0.72 (high) - ColorSock appears a dark brown with subtle lighter fibers mixed in, creating a slightly heathered appearance.
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x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - Belly band placementBeige rectangular paper belly band wrapped horizontally around the middle of the folded sock, covering roughly the ankle area.
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x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Visible logo artwork“Large cursive word 'Simon's' printed across the center of the belly band in a dark ink.”
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x 0.28 · y 0.31 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Prominent year“Numeric '1840' printed below the logo on the belly band.”
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x 0.43 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high) - Faint circular/heritage artworkFaint circular seal and vintage illustration printed behind and around the logo and year; decorative and partially obscured by the logo.
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x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (medium) - Top-left small text“Text at the top-left of the band reads 'TRICOT FOLK'.”Partial
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x 0.21 · y 0.29 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Top-right small text“Text at the top-right of the band reads 'FOLK KNIT'.”Partial
1 region
x 0.67 · y 0.29 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Bottom-left small text“Text at the bottom-left of the band reads 'HERITAGE VINTAGE'.”Partial
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x 0.20 · y 0.39 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (medium) - Bottom-right small text“Text at the bottom-right of the band reads 'VINTAGE HERITAGE'.”Partial
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x 0.64 · y 0.39 · w 0.17 · h 0.06 (medium)
Packaging
A single beige paper belly band is wrapped horizontally around the sock with printed branding, decorative artwork, and short text elements.
- Material and finishPaper belly band with a matte, slightly textured appearance and a light brown/beige color.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Central branding text“Large stylized 'Simon's' printed in dark ink across the center of the band.”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.31 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Year mark“'1840' printed in dark ink below the central logo on the band.”
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.36 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high) - Decorative illustrationFaint illustrative graphic (appears to be a vintage vehicle or machinery) centered on the band behind the logo; printed in muted brown ink.
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x 0.26 · y 0.30 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with a light neutral background, soft shadow beneath the sock, and centered top-down composition.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with even, diffuse lighting and a soft shadow cast below the sock toward the lower left.
- Shot compositionSock is centered in the frame and photographed from above; image shows entire folded sock and band with slight margin around edges.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on knit texture and band printing; no visible creases or hands/staging props.
Colors
dark brown heather· sock knit#3A2D2Ckraft beige· paper belly bandPackaging#CBAE8A- Overall shapeFolded sock shown flat, top of sock (cuff/ankle) visible at upper edge and toe area folded under at lower edge; sock appears long and rectangular when folded.
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Customer Reviews
17 total17 reviews · out of 5
Soft and nice. Wish socks
Soft and nice. Wish socks perhaps were a bit wider as he has larger calves but it stretches out okay.
Super qualité
Exactement comme je cherchais, fibre naturelle qui n'est pas trop serré aux cheville.
Garde au sec
Enfin une paire de chaussette qui me garde au sec, quelle belle découverte, Merci
Belle qualité, dommage pour la taille
Belle chaussette, super douce. Malheureusement trop grande pour moi, qui porte normalement des bas d’homme, car je chausse du 12 femme.
Love these socks for winter
Bought one pair to try them out, and now buying more. They are perfect for cold winter days!
Great socks
These socks are the perfect mix of warmth and breathe-ability. I wear them all winter!
Très chaude
Je l’offre en cadeau de Noël à chaque année bien apprécié
Item not received
Have not received or been updated after contacting Simons and the shipping company. Over 3 weeks already
Warmth
Good looking and warm socks.
Chaussette parfaite
Épaisseur moyenne idéale pour bottes et chaussures. Douces, résistantes, chaudes et respirantes pcq de la laine.
Belle qualité
J’aime le produit
Excellent
Excellent
Warm and Soft
Size 12 shoes they fit well and are soft and clean
Belles chaussettes confortables
Il est difficile de trouver une chaussette de laine qui ne sert pas au mollet. J’ai trouvé maintenant. J’aime beaucoup le choix de couleur aussi. Reste à voir maintenant au niveau de la durabilité
Très confortable
Doux. Chaud. Confortable. Très bien fait.
Chaussettes chaudes
Ces chaussettes sont confortables et chaudes pour l’hiver. Ce sont mes préférées.
EXCELENTE FABRICATION
SERVICE RAPIDE. TRANSACTION FACILE INTERNET.
Q&A
2 answered- What is the recommended foot size range for the one-size-fits-all? I wear US size 10.5 shoes, will these fit comfortably?
- These socks are designed as one-size-fits-all, typically fitting men's US shoe sizes 6–12. At US size 10.5, you should be within the comfortable range.
- How does the lambswool-nylon blend hold up against pilling and wear over time, especially in the heel and toe areas?
- The 50% lambswool, 48% nylon, and 2% spandex blend is designed to balance softness with durability. The high nylon content adds significant strength and abrasion resistance, which helps reduce pilling and extends wear life, particularly in high-friction areas like the heel and toe. However, lambswool can still develop some pilling over time, especially with frequent wear, so regular gentle care (like hand washing or using a fabric shaver) is recommended to maintain their look.